I met Kayla on our Tuesday Night Ladies bowling league at my family’s alley, Garrett Bowl. She is a longtime friend of my stepsister and Tuesday nights were always a blast! When she asked me to be her wedding photographer, I was absolutely over the moon! We met up that fall and played in the leaves in Fort Wayne during their engagement session. Nick absolutely cracked me up; their session definitely ranks as one of my top favorites.

Kayla and Nick’s intimate country club wedding at Pine Valley Country Club in Fort Wayne was a gorgeous event full of sentiment, love, and laughter. I felt like a part of the family right away and had such a great time with everyone. I was so delighted when I heard that they chose their youth pastor from Sunday school to marry them. Personal and sentimental touches are some of my favorite things to experience at weddings. It truly adds a unique and unforgettable touch to your big day. Another one of my favorite things is when the dance floor is hoppin’ and it definitely was at Kayla and Nick’s reception! I don’t think there was a single moment where there wasn’t a person out getting down on the dance floor. It is so fulfilling to see everyone grooving and having a genuinely good time together.

Congratulations, Kayla and Nick! I am so happy for the both of you. <3

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bride looks at herself in mirror during bridal prep

bride standing with young nieces, putting penny in her shoe for good luck during bridal prep prior to the start of her intimate country club wedding

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diptych of bride sitting with family and friends

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diptych close up of bridal gown hanging from crystal chandelier at intimate country club wedding

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mother-in-law buttons back of bride's wedding gown

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bride poses with heart shape sewn into her dress made from late grandfather's shirt

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mother puts necklace around bride's neck during bridal prep before intimate country club wedding

bride reading card from her mother during bridal prep

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collage of groom receiving gift from father and father-in-law prior to intimate country club wedding

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close up of a penny taped in bride's wedding shoes for good luck

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close up of diamond wedding rings inside groom's ring while nestled in greenery at intimate country club wedding

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close up of picture lockets on bride's fresh flower wedding bouquet at intimate country club wedding

bride approaches groom outside during First Look at their intimate country club wedding

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bride and groom's parents watch as bride and groom see each other during First Look outside at intimate country club wedding

groom overcome with emotion as he sees his bride during First Look at intimate country club wedding

groom cries as he sees his bride during First Look at their intimate country club wedding

bride and groom kiss during first look outside at intimate country club wedding

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bride and groom kiss while holding photos of their parents on their wedding days

Groom holds bride's waist from behind as they look at each other between the trees at intimate country club wedding

groom holds bride's waist from behind as they smile for formal portraits outside at intimate country club wedding

groom and father embrace and smile outside at the beginning of his intimate country club wedding

groom waits and smiles as he sees his bride approaching during outdoor intimate country club wedding ceremony

Bride walking with her father down the aisle at her outdoor intimate country club wedding

diptych of bride and groom smiling at each other during their outdoor intimate country club wedding ceremony

wide angle view of bride and groom standing at altar with pastor during their outdoor intimate country club wedding ceremony

bride and groom holding hands in front of pastor during outdoor intimate country club wedding ceremony

bride and groom kissing in front of pastor after saying their vows during intimate country club wedding outdoors

metal and wood american flag sign with bride and groom's last name and wedding date

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decorated tables at reception of intimate country club wedding

details of bridal party dinner placement at wedding reception

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close up of fresh roses on three-tier wedding cake at intimate country club wedding

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Groom standing between his parents during formal portraits outside at intimate country club wedding

bride's parents kiss her cheeks during portrait session outside at intimate country club wedding

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diptych of family portraits outside during Nick and Kayla dance with their mother and father on the dance floor at Pine Valley Country Club in Fort Wayne, Indiana

bride and groom kiss during first dance at intimate country club wedding

diptych of bride and groom dancing at reception of their intimate country club wedding

Close up of bride and groom holding hands during First Dance at their intimate country club wedding

Bride and father smile at the camera during father-daughter dance at intimate country club wedding

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Mother of groom looking at her son during mother-son dance at intimate country club wedding

groom makes a silly face while cutting three-tier wedding cake

close up of bride and groom cutting their three-tiered wedding cake

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groom dances with grandmother at wedding reception

diptych of groom's parents dancing with father and groom dancing during reception

Mother and father of the groom kissing while dancing at reception

collage of party guests dancing at reception of intimate country club wedding

Collage of guests dancing at wedding reception

groom and friends having fun on golf course with golf cart and cigars

Bride and groom kissing on golf course at sunset during intimate country club wedding in Fort Wayne, Indiana

bride and groom embracing on golf course in front of fountain during sunset at Pine Valley Country Club

Groom dips bride for a kiss at sunset on golf course during intimate country club wedding in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Black and white photo of bride and groom embracing and smiling while standing in front of a pine tree on golf course during intimate country club wedding

diptych of bride and groom snuggling in front of pine trees at sunset during intimate country club wedding

black and white photo of groom looking at bride while she smiles at sunset in front of pine trees at intimate country club wedding

lens flare reflection of bride and groom kissing at sunset in front of pine trees on golf course at intimate country club wedding

WEDDING DAY TEAM

VENUE: Pine Valley Country Club

CATERER: Pine Valley Country Club

CAKE: Sweets So Geek

COORDINATOR: Lyndi Saalfrank with Pine Valley Country Club

ENTERTAINMENT: Dan Sherman with Alomar Entertainment

MAKEUP: Stephanie Thomas with the Red Stiletto

HAIR: Delanee Gaff with the Red Stiletto

FLORIST: Kroger Floral

DECOR: Kroger Floral / Yummi Candles

DRESS: Gretchen’s Bridal Gallery / David’s Bridal

TUX: Roger’s Formal Wear

SHOES: Blue by Betsey Johnson

JEWELRY: Von Maur

PHOTOGRAPHER: Kasey Wallace Photography

ASSOCIATE PHOTOGRAPHER: Leah Chester

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