Valerie Mitchell photography: April 2015

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Park Place Wedding: Sierra + Billy

"We're all a little weird. And life is a little weird. And when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall into mutually satisfying weirdness-and call it love-true love." -Robert Fulghum

When I first met with Billy and Sierra I fell in love with their corky, or as they would categorize it "awkward" personalities. They are two peas in a pod! They compliment each other's best qualities, and lighten the sting of their worst. Together they unite as one amazing couple.

Sierra and Billy chose to have their special day at the amazing Park Place. This venue is so enchanting and full of life, which is exactly how I would describe this couple. Sierra looked absolutely stunning. I don't doubt she took Billy's breath away as she walked down the aisle. They had a beautiful ceremony in front of their closest family and friends and danced the night away!

Billy and Sierra, I love that you guys found each other at such a young age. I know you will go through many trials over the years, but if you keep your focus on God like you have throughout your relationship, he will bind you closer together through every trial you may face! Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your very special day, and I wish you endless years of happiness. Congrats. -Valerie

Thursday, April 9, 2015

Kern County Museum DIY Wedding: Dara + Jenny

"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered. it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes. always perseveres. Love never fails..."

-1 Corinthians 13:4-8 (NIV)

Jenny is by far one of the sweetest girls I have ever met. I completely understand why Dara fell head over heels for her when he first met her at Dewars. Their passion for God and their fun loving, compassionate, and giving personalities have united them to be one amazing couple. I honestly don't think I have ever met a couple so excited and thrilled to spend every single day of the rest of their life together. Ok maybe I have from like almost every single couple that ever gets married, but seriously their love for each other is the absolute sweetest.

A few weeks ago all the timeless hours this couple and their family have so diligently worked away at, came together and seriously created the most magical beautiful wedding day ever. I followed in their journey over the last few months of all the DIY items they were making and was jumping from sheer excitement when their big day finally arrived. Seriously the details were endless! The time this family and their friends devoted into this day really paid off and created a masterpiece.

It really was hard to pull together a perfect preview for Jenny and Dara to share with the world. I feel like no matter how hard I tried to include all the awesomeness of the day, I still fell short. Enjoy reliving there beautiful wedding day and make sure to give them some love.

Dara and Jenny, Words cannot even express how much joy I feel for the two of you. I wish you guys an amazing life together and can't wait to see what little Y babies come along in the future. Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your special day. It was nothing short of perfection.
XOXO Valerie

Now how is this for something blue? Best entrance to date!

. . . Apparently Jenny's dad isn't much for formal attire. Definitely a first father/daughter dance for me. It just goes to show how amazing and down to earth this family is.