Over 260 guests from around the world traveled to Hutchinson, Kansas to be a part of Rachel and Shawn’s beautiful summer wedding. And it’s easy to see just why they have so many friends. You’d be hard pressed to find a more loving, kind, and sincere couple.
Though the heat index on their day topped out at around 115 degrees, I didn’t hear them complain once. Not even when we spent portrait time outside in downtown Hutchinson!

After a quick check in the mirror, Shawn looks pleased.

Rachel and Shawn’s wedding party was nothing short of amazing to work with. They’ve got some incredible friends! The only time we had for portraits was during the heat of the day with the hot sun straight overhead. It wasn’t pleasant. And they worked it out anyway!

Rachel was SUCH a beautiful bride; I’d never know from these pictures how hot it was outside!!

I photographed Katie and Jake’s awesome Lawrence, Kansas wedding last summer and was so excited when I heard they’re expanding their family! It was a lot fun being able to photograph another stage of their life together.

Sue and I have been trying to schedule a time to take some photos of her kids for…well, I think it’s been over a year! Thankfully, we were finally able to coordinate schedules and beat the incessant thunderstorms for a shoot last week. Here are a few favorites!

And a couple individuals of Alyssa I really liked.

I just love her cute hat!