I don’t really even know how to begin this post. I am so worried I won’t say the most perfect, right thing, because Lauren and Maverick are just THAT special. I’m going to try my best not to be too wordy, and just let the images speak for themselves, but you know I can’t NOT talk about such a Godly couple.
Let’s go back to 2012. Remember this: https://kellyginnphotography.com/laurenmaverick-as-fate-would-have-it/
Lauren and Maverick photograph so well together, and although they are both extremely easy on the eyes, I think it has more to do with the fact that they are so natural together. It was written LONG ago for these two love birds to be joined as one.
I’ve enjoyed getting to know BOTH Lauren and Maverick over the duration of their engagement. You can tell just exactly how loved they truly are by ALL because there was not an empty seat nor a dry eye in the entire chapel. (But really, I saw folks grabbing chairs and making their own rows, not to mention many that were standing.) No one wanted to miss the first step of the rest of Lauren and Maverick’s lives.
Can we just talk about how totally amazing Maverick’s name is? Don’t get me wrong, Lauren is pretty sweet also, it’s my middle name. But I’ve always been a name person, I’ve named all four of my hypothetical children, that I’ll probably never have, and the first time I heard Lauren say Maverick, I fell in LOVE, with the name- of course. When Lauren and Maverick exited their reception, I noticed their super awesome retro-classic car said ‘Maverick’ on the side. I decided to ask a couple of folks and see if maybe that’s where his parents heard the idea. After Catherine, Lauren’s gorgeous MOH asked Maven, (yes, another amazing name) Maverick’s sister, why he was named that she said this:
“My mom used to write poems and short stories, and Maverick was always the hero in them.”
I DIED. I mean that is so incredible to me. Maverick is SUCH a great guy, he kept saying ‘thank you,’ and adored Lauren the entire day. When Maverick and Lauren had their first look he turned around and said “You look like a beautiful princess swan.” I laughed with tears in my eyes. Lauren and Maverick always have fun together, always, and I know that’s how their next 1000 years will be as well.
Lauren and Maverick were married in their church, Bellevue Baptist, which was completely appropriate because the only thing Lauren and Maverick love more than each other is the Lord.
April 20th was full of several things, beautiful wedding attendants, two amazing families, laughter, the Lord, excitement, color, tears, and most of all, love. John and I were so honored to be there.
Mr. and Mrs. Ford, enjoy re-living your day!
Monogrammed anything is always a good idea.
Snap Chat is DEFINITELY worth downloading
Lauren decided she wanted to be revealed to the bridesmaids AND groomsmen, what a good idea!
I think I see a peeker!
Catherine, in all black on the left is Lauren’s MOH. Her face says it all.
A priceless reaction when Maverick’s groomsmen saw Lauren.
Maverick and Lauren decided to do a first look. I’ve decided they are my most favorite.
Lauren glowed ALL day. It was ALL so natural.
This is so dreamy, it may just be my favorite.
BOTH of these ladies have the prettiest eyes!
Lauren and Maverick had a huge bridal party, but they were all so lovely, and such a joy to work with!
Lauren’s mom Lindy was so precious the entire day. What a sweet woman.
Lauren and Maverick had two married couples in their bridal party! How sweet is that?
Such a sweet moment!
Three generations, grandma, mom, Lauren!
Look at that face.
I didn’t know this was coming, but how great is this?!
After Lauren and Maverick’s ceremony we took a couple of minutes to take portraits during the golden hour!
So, this was awesome.
Lauren had the CUTEST canvases printed with their engagement pictures that I shot last year, these were SO great!
When I saw all of these, I couldn’t help but blush.
I wanted to give Lauren and Maverick a little something, my all time favorite portrait.
Lauren had silver balloons on her dance floor, and it made quite a statement, especially in pictures!
Lauren had her guest throw sprinkles when they exited, I knew that called for a ring shot!
Lauren requested the wop, I managed to stop dancing long enough to get this.
This is straight up legendary.
Lauren looks just like a Disney Princess here!
Amanda, on the far right, is one of my brides later on this year. The Murley girls are simply fabulous.
love this.
I wasn’t sure how the sprinkles would show up in the dark, but they really did!
Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Ford. I hope you are having a blast in Brazil!
nancy - Beautiful Bride and Groom, the pictures are so very pretty and the poses are perfect. My favorite is th three generations of hands.
Greg & Tammy Chestnut - Maverick & Lauren,
CONGRATULATIONS on your many adventures as husband & wife!! Many blessings to you both & may you always keep God first in your lives while on this journey!!
Mark Murley - How do you describe the day you walk your daughter down the aisle?
How do you tell people how beautiful the wedding was or how wonderful the day would be?
These pictures and how professional these photographs are tell my story.
Beautiful Bide. A wonderful day.
Thanks again Kelly for all you’ve done.
Mark Murley