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Mother Nature ushered in the month of April with rain, showers that were gone just in time for Nikki and Keegan’s wedding day. And thank goodness, because we were able to take advantage of the sunshine instead and capture some beautiful memories of this couple as they start their lives together as husband and wife.

To the bridesmaids who endured the cold with Nikki so I could get those images, I say thank you. To Keegan’s kid brother, Shea, who held bags for me and was my escort for the evening, I say thank you. But the biggest thanks, of course, goes to the bride and groom.

Nikki and Keegan, thank you so much for the opportunity to document your wedding day. You two are beautiful people inside and out and that became evident to me watching you surrounded by all your family and friends who love you so much. Congratulations and many blessings on your marriage!

For the slideshow, CLICK HERE. To view proofs and/or order prints, CLICK HERE (the password is the bride and groom’s last name, in all lower case.)

Documenting the getting ready process. Somehow, Nikki managed to smile even while brushing her teeth. I don’t think that megawatt grin left her face the ENTIRE day! So cute ….

This was one GORGEOUS bridal party

And hellllllllllllllooooooo hot groomsmen

Of course we know, the day is really all about the bride. NIKKI, YOU ARE STUNNING!

I love this image of Nikki and Keegan coming down the aisle as husband and wife. Nikki had the best expressions!

Right after I shot that, I caught this quick embrace. Their second kiss as husband and wife - awwwwwww

This image is just classic. We have a photograph of my parents on their wedding day, coming out of the church getting rice thrown at them. It’s probably my favorite out of their whole album. Maybe that’s why I love this one so much!!

Nikki and Keegan’s reception was at IPFW in Fort Wayne. If you remember, it’s where Keegan proposed to Nikki. So OF COURSE we had to get some photos on campus with the school mascot (a mastadon, just in case you were all, “A wooly elephant?”) And this wedding party had NO problems working it out. When I told them we were going to take a couple fun shots, they came up with these poses on their own. LOVE IT!

And then there’s this shot — a personal favorite

The DJ at the reception joked that Nikki and Keegan looked like the couple that was the cake topper on most wedding cakes. I think these next few speak to just what an attractive pair they are!

Probably the most special moment of the day next to watching them exchange their vows was the surprise Keegan had for Nikki. This was a bride who had planned and planned for everything, but didn’t expect her husband to perform an impromptu concert for her. Keegan played his guitar and sang Brad Paisley’s new song, “Then.” The words, as he told her, were so perfect for the two of them. And if you watch their slideshow, you’ll get to hear it!

If you looked cute-as-a-button up in the dictionary, I’m pretty sure this little guy’s photo would accompany the definition

And finally, a little dancing to end the night on. P-E-R-F-E-C-T!