Shooting this wedding was a little bit like a blind date. I had never met either Jane or Micheal and had only talked to Jane on the phone a couple of times, which isn't the norm for Joanna Sue Photography. Typically, we get a dry run through an engagement session to warm up and get used to each other before the big day. However, Jane and Michael needed no warmup. They quickly forgot the presence of the two photographers in front of them and fell into the the euphoria of their brand new marriage, and their portraits unfolded beautifully. Knowing very little of them before this day, I had the pleasure of learning more about them through the stories their friends told, the toasts, and the attentiveness to details that were scattered through out the day. I absolutely loved the beautiful decor and lighting at the Cookery's new addition to their venue. This wedding was the second event held in the new space, and I think it's my new favorite reception venue.

These are a few of my favorite things:

Durham's murals... it was literally a block down from the church.
RED DOORS (P.S Episcopal churches almost always have red doors which makes for some beautiful dramatic backdrops)
The guest of honor at the reception--the Chick-Fil-A cow dropped off a deliver of chicken nuggets for the guests later in the night.
The warehouse vibes of the Cookery

Vendors:

Ceremony Venue: Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church

Reception Venue: The Cookery

Makeup Artist: Kathy Chandler

Hair Stylist: Kathy Chandler

Dress Designer: BHLDN

Caterer: Donovan's Dish

DJ: Nick Neptune

Florist: Theo Roddy

Cake Artist: Details Cake Design and Bakery