Andrea and Gifford booked me nearly a year ago and they’ve been an absolute pleasure to work with.  We did two engagement sessions - one in Galveston where we just walked around the alley ways in The Strand and another downtown.  They were married this past weekend and let me just say that it was a great day.  The weather was picture perfect and their choice of venues - for both the ceremony and the reception - were spectacular.

Andrea got ready at a nearby Ressidence Inn - with all the bridesmaids, a few friends, makeup/hair artists from Jordan Temple all in there.  This is one of my favorite parts of a wedding day to cover.  It is not only the transition of the bride into THE BRIDE, but it tends to be the most relaxing part for everyone involved.  They’re all sitting around, talking, telling stories, and being pampered.

The outcome was incredible as Andrea looked marvelous.  Of course, Gifford was not to be outdone and he decided he would look super for the day too.

Gifford and the guys showed off their “Andrea & Gifford” hats!

Andrea picked out an incredible dress and here she is getting some last minute “adjustments” to the petticoat.

 

As I said ealier, the chapel was incredible.  Not only is it a beautiful example of “modern” with “old” architecture, but the light was superb.

 

 Such a beautiful setting lent itself perfectly for their vows.

The  total exuberance of newlyweds when they realize that for the first time they ARE married.

A relaxing portrait of the couple.

The reception was held at the stunning Northgate Forest Country Club…

…where Andrea and Gifford enjoyed their first dance…

…shared some well wishes…

…some cake…

 

…champagne…

…and in general provided some photo opportunities for the very well equipped guests!

At the end of the night, their truck awaited for them - all decked out with some friendly messages.  Oh, I hope they tipped the car wash people well!

They were sent off in a shower of sparklers.

I hope they are enjoying their honeymoon cruise and I wish them the very best in the future.  It’s been a pleasure…