Jessica & Drew (Dunaway Gardens Wedding)

This was my first destination wedding. What an awesome feeling. As a photographer, when someone is willing to fly you in and pay extra for you to be able to be there to photograph one of the most important days of their lives, I just don't think there is a bigger compliment. It is one of the best feelings I've ever had. It was also one of the most stressful moments of my life. Talk about pressure. First off I've never been out of my element, working in a city I've never even been to. staying in a hotel...ALONE. My boys are like my security blanket. I'm lost when I don't have them to come home to every night. I was freaking out a little. and of course I have that nagging voice of insecurity in my head that comes out from time to time, telling me "what if I don't take good enough pictures, what if the lighting isn't right, what if I miss a big moment" and it goes on and on. anyway, my fears finally faded and it turned out being one of the best experiences of my life. Jessica was so down to earth and easy to work with. She knew what she wanted and wasn't going to let anything stand in the way of this being the wedding of her dreams. I spent the morning with her and the bridesmaids while they got their nails and hair done. From the moment the day began I instantly felt at ease with them and it just felt like another day out with friends. The Wedding was held at Dunaway Gardens in Newnan, GA. what CAN'T I say about this place?!? It was incredible!!! If you live in the Atlanta area and are planning a wedding I STRONGLY suggest you check them out. After the ceremony, the reception was also held at Dunaway Gardens and it was gorgeous. Out under these beautiful tall trees, it was stunning and let me tell you these folks know how to throw a party! it was a blast!! just family and friends dancing and having a great time. and one unique part of the day was the wedding cake. Drew (the groom) actually designed it! If you check the photos of the cake, you'll see his design in a frame on the table right next to the cake! Drew you did a great job!! I am so glad I was asked to be a part of this event. It is a day I will never forget. Thank you Jessica and Drew. and thank you to everyone who was there. You all made my job so easy and it was a pleasure meeting all of you!! here are just a few of my favorites from the day:)

Carrie Olson

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