It went from a complete down pour to sunny skies for the wedding and portraits and then right back to heavy dark skies!

I begged for just a few more minutes with this cute couple before they left for their honeymoon and I am so glad we made it happen!

This is one of my favorites:

1.1.11

That date seemed forever away when Lyndsie and I met over over coffee on a snowy day early in 2010!

New Years Day!

It sounded perfect and I could not wait!

When we met up again in the spring for their engagement photos I felt an instant connection with this sweet couple!

They had dated  for an extended period of time and they were in anxious anticipation of the next stage in their life!

When New Year’s Day rolled around the skies were cloudy and dark and temperatures were just a little chilly, but that didn’t hinder the warm mood inside this beautiful Church in Somerset, Ky!

The Bride was running a little behind schedule so I had a little extra time to photograph some details!

The Beautiful Bride ~Lyndsie

This Church had the most gorgeous window and even though the skies were heavy outdoors the colors glistened!

While the girls are always in a hustle and bustle to get ready… I love walking into the room where the guys are just hanging out!

They are most always dressed and ready to go… with extra play time on their agenda!

The Handsome Groom-Michael

Michael and Lyndsie were married in front of many family and friends that came out to celebrate the new year  and their love!

After a few quick portraits with the Bride and Groom we headed to The Center For Rural Development for the reception!

The Winter Theme was warm and inviting!!

I loved their Exit!

One of my favorites!!

Congratulations to Lyndsie and Michael!!

Once the newlyweds drove away … there stood the father of the groom … with his sparkler!

This was the ONLY one still burning!

And it Burned. And it Burned!

Finally, he remarked to the remaining guests that stood outside in the cool night air to ‘follow the light’ and return inside!

=]

January 1, 2011

Somerset, KY

Catering:  http://www.schaferscatering.com/index.php

Reception Venue:  http://www.centertech.com/

It was a beautiful, crisp fall day in Kentucky!  I had not had the opportunity to meet either the bride or groom prior to the wedding day, but after introductions were made I felt like part of the family with one exception ….. I understood very little of the conversation whirling around me!  My spanish skills were definitely lacking, but I smiled .. nodded … and if I got a blank look the bride would help me out!  =]

I literally wanted to squeal when I saw the bride’s shoes and her floral bouquets!!!  Gorgeous!!!

Such a Beautiful Bride:

The groom and his guys were looking handsome as well!!

Standing in the middle of a beautiful Catholic Church, my first thought should probably not have been ‘Holy Backlight’, but …. it was!  =]

I love backlight!

I love shooting into the sun, but for a wedding ceremony ……. well …… I decided that loved that too!  =]

Such a Romantic feel to it!

The new Mr. and Mrs!

I absolutely loved the Hollywood feel this photo had!

Immediately after the Ceremony we headed straight to the reception site and finished up our photos in the front lawn of the Hotel!

The air was cool, but the light was warm and delightful!

The reception details were so unique, colorful and full of personality!

Congratulations to Olga and Adam…. I wish you all the happiness in world!

~Kellie

It felt like such an accomplishment to hug my couple goodbye at the end of the evening! It had been an amazing day!

I had also survived my busiest year … so far!  =]

Those who helped make this day possible:

Ceremony site:  St Leo Church, Versailles, KY

Reception site:  Embassy Suites, Lexington, KY

DJ:  Complete Music

Florist:  Milam House

Videography:  Something Blue Wedding Videos

Photography:  Kellie Carter Photography

Thank you also to my assistant:  Katie Decker

Lexington, KY

October 23, 2010

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The Wedding Day of Travis and Samantha was long anticipated and when the day finally arrived I was so excited!!

Travis’ parents and my husband’s parents have been best friends for many years and being invited to capture their son’s wedding day was truly an honor!!

I am still playing blog catch-up because this was a beautiful fall October Day!!

Blue skies!!  Not even a cloud in sight!!

This is Samantha, the Bride!!  She looked stunning!!!

Travis and Sam opted for a first look to start their day and it was nothing short of spectacular!

I always get a little choked up when I see the Bride approaching her Groom for the first time that day!

This gave us more time to explore around the beautiful grounds of Talon of Winery for lots of photos before the ceremony!

Right before the ceremony started, I was able to take a sneak peak myself of the fabulous reception that was waiting!!!

The ceremony was incredibly sweet and personal!!  I love how each couple makes it their own!

We also had a uninvited guest to the ceremony too!  Mr. Ultralight!  He kept buzzing the ceremony to see what he was missing!!  =]

Bubbles …… <3

By the end of the ceremony the sun was still a little harsh, but was finally starting to soften so we took the opportunity to take a few more photos while their guests moved to the reception site!

Loved this sequence down by the pond at Talon!!

And finally, it was time for the party!

Congratulations to Travis and Sam!

I wish you a lifetime of happiness!!!  ~Kellie

Talon Winery, Lexington Kentucky

Wedding Coordinator:  Jaimeson Gann

October 16, 2010

Thank you also to Wes Brown for second shooting with me!  We had a blast!

When I arrived the details and COLORS Angelica had coordinated made my head spin a little!  =]  They were gorgeous and so fitting for a beautiful fall wedding!!

The Stunning Bride and Handsome Groom:

As many couples do, Angelica and Drew chose to do a ‘First Glance’ meeting!  Love, Love, Loved it.   <3

Since the weather was absolutely perfect we headed outside to do portraits!

The Bridal Party did not disappoint either!  They were so much fun to work with!!

Are you just loving these colors too?!!!  <3

After the ceremony we headed over to the Big South Fork Scenic Railway for a few more portraits and then we were off to the Reception!

After the toasts were made, cake was cut, bouquet and garter tossed it was time to have fun and these guests enjoyed every minute of celebrating with the new Mr. and Mrs.

Congratulations Angelica and Drew!

I know you will have a lifetime of happiness together and I look forward to seeing your family grow!!

~Kellie

Their wedding venue was on their Farm that have bought together.  It symbolized their new beginning and the life they would build!

When I arrived there was a very busy hustle and bustle amongst friends and family to get everything ready!

Megan was still in the ‘pre’ stages of getting ready so I just joined in and helped finish making wedding favors!  =]

At last, the Bride was ready to slow down and get pampered herself!

The wedding ran a little late which pushed us way past sunset, but their portraits overlooking their farm turned out beautiful!

Finally, it was time for the reception!

Best Wishes to Megan and Jeremy and their new beginnings!~Kellie

The Wedding Day of Alison and Chris started out as a gorgeous fall day!

I met up with Alison and her wedding party at the hair salon and our day of fun began!

Alison was the most relaxed and easy going bride!

The threat of ominous weather for the wedding she had planned outdoors did not seem to phase her!

Hello Me!

It is quiet the challenge to not actually be in the photos when you are surrounded by mirrors!

Eventually I just embraced it!  =]

The floral arrangements Alison picked out were stunning!!

On my way from the Salon to Acres of Land Winery in Richmond, KY  the wind blew, the clouds rolled in, the thunder roared and the lightening lit up the sky.

And it Rained and it Rained and it Rained!

I pulled of the interstate and I called my Dad who is an avid weather watcher!  =]

He told me it would pass!  I really wanted to believe him, but I surely had my doubts!

Sure enough my outdoor wedding rainy day blues turned into blue skies!!

These photos were taken within about an hour of each other with my iPhone!

When I finally made it to the Winery the Groom was standing outdoors waiting on me so we quickly got to work! =]

These groomsmen were some of the best!

They all had a good sense of humor too!

Did anyone say it was a day for the Ducks?!!!

And a good friend will always try to help you keep your shoes dry on your wedding day!!  =]

The beautiful bride, Alison!

Her gorgeous bridal party!

Ahhh .. the flower girl and ring bearer!

My heart literally fell into a puddle of mush when I turned around and saw this scene unfold!

I would have expected a rain delay, but not a ‘I am sorry the extension cord isn’t long enough sort of delay’!  =]

These handy men, didn’t take long to spring into action and save the day!

The winery gave such a storybook backdrop!

As soon as ‘I Do’ was said and it was sealed with Kiss the sun came out!

Not just a little sun, but beautiful ‘please take my photo in this sun’ appeared!

Inside the reception was festive and bright!!

Grown men were ohhhing and awwwwing over Chris’ awesome groom’s cake!!!

Congratulations to Alison and Chris!

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful day with me!

{September 11, 2010}

Acres of Land Winery

Richmond Kentucky