I don’t know where to begin with this couple and their gorgeous Destrehan Plantation wedding. I met Jennifer & Tom when their friends Sarah and Tullier (my absolute favorite photographer) referred them to me because they were to be guests at their wedding. Zero pressure (insert eye roll). Jennifer and Tom are impossible not to love the second you meet them. They are sweet, hilarious, fun-loving, gracious, and crazy outspoken football rivals. It seems obvious that they would meet under college football strife and end up falling in love.
Destrehan Plantation is everything a Louisiana wedding photographer could want in a venue: history, charm, beauty, and live oaks almost as large as the plantation itself. Tom was adamant about not doing a first look. However, I was desperate to get photos of the two of them in the daylight. Our compromise was something I’d never done before. I asked Tom if he would let me pose him with his eyes closed. Since Jennifer and Tom are Deaf, and we temporarily took Tom’s sight, he could only feel his bride and anticipate the ceremony to come. It was more beautiful and moving than I could have hoped for.
Thank you both so much for your trust and letting me be a part of this perfect day. How I wish I could do it all over again!
What a dreamy wedding ! I was in awe of the beautiful scenery that surrounded everyone! There was a true feeling of Love in the air that I’m sure everyone felt especially when The Groom saw his Stuning Bride walking the path to him as tears flowed from his eyes! Never ever have I been to such a wedding that touched me as much as this one I enjoyed it till the very end! And these photos captured ever moment of those feelings that a Bride and Groom share on their Wedding Day! Awesome Awesome job on the photos Shelly Foster you truly captured those special moments of the Jen and Toms Wedding! ENJOYED‼
Oh my goodness YES Virginia! You said it perfectly. The feeling of love, family, and friendship was so strong that day. And the gorgeous venue just added to the perfect day. :) The moment Tom saw his bride for the first time, I almost lost it. I think this is the first wedding where I have more photos of the groom during the processional than the bride. Haha! It’s because I wanted her to remember the look on his face forever. Ack! I still tear up thinking about it. Thank you so very much for all these sweet words. I am so happy I got to shoot the photos that will forever remind them of what a glorious day this was!
Wow! I mean WOW!!! These pictures are absolutely awesome! I was there & experienced most of these moments. You captured them in every way! You have such a gift Shelley! The whole day was special as we were busy working on the final details of Jen & Tom’s big day. I watched how you mingled with the bridal party & so naturally captured such special moments throughout the day. God has blessed you girl! Thank you for making their day even more “special!”
Awwww Tee! You made me tear up! And I am blushing way over here in Texas. :) You’re right…the whole day was special, and I felt so honored to be there among all those wonderful people. I loved every single second of that day. Please know now how much your words mean to me. You absolutely made my whole week!
Shelly you are truly amazing! Your professionalism, warm personality and passion for your work show in every photograph you took. We were so blessed to have you there weaving your magic and capturing all the love, excitement, joy, laughter and beauty of Jen and Tom’s special day!
Mary! Thank you for your kind words. I haven’t stopped smiling while editing the photos… there was so much love in Destrehan that day. :) Your family welcomed me so warmly and made me a part of the whole experience. I can’t thank you enough for that. I am beyond blessed that I got to be the one to capture it & I can’t wait to show you everythiing. It won’t be long now! xoxo