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Oak Alley Plantation wedding photography | Page & Jonathan wedding 9.25.10

Aaron Hogan — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 07:13:09 +0000

For my very first time at Oak Alley Plantation to photograph a wedding, September 25, 2010 was certainly a wet one. The rain added a fine mist over the plantation grounds and also into the hair and clothes of everyone. Despite the rain up until literally an hour before the ceremony, Page and Jonathan Wyrick, the bride and groom, both residing in Lake Charles, LA, were married outdoors under the first row of giant live oaks near the plantation home. It was a dark ceremony but thank goodness the couple decided to see each other before the ceremony by doing the “first look.” This allowed us to capture the best photos of the couple and their wedding party and families together in the best light.

The wedding rings, one of my favorite details to photograph on the wedding day, shot on one of the bridesmaid's purple dress.

The bride squeezes in one last bite before she completes her makeup application.

Rain, rain go away. But I love your ethereal effect on the image.

Max, the 2nd photographer at this wedding, took this through a window inside the house looking at the unsuspecting bride.

The pale light accenting the trees down the alley of oaks is insanely beautiful and is ultra soft due to the overcast light from the rain clouds overhead.

Page was caught off guard for a brief instant. Beautiful.

One final portrait of Page before she sees Jonathan for the first time on their wedding day.

The anticipation Page is feeling at this moment is just about killing her. She waits patiently as her groom opens the door behind her.

Jonathan finally opens the door to see his bride.

Page catches her first glimpse of Jonathan as he opens the door.

They were both as happy as kids in a candy shop.

I couldn't imaging a better backdrop for their wedding portraits.

Goofy couple

Page is bursting at the seams with joy.

Such a precious flower girl!

Gorgeous sunset over River Road at Oak Alley.

Page peeks out the front door before she walks out.

Killer kiss. I love the colors in the background.

Proud newlyweds.

Happiest marriage license signing photo ever!

First dance

This couple knows how to enjoy themselves.

The groomsmen were such a great group to work with.

During the dinner, shot from 2nd story balcony.

Cute note left by one of the groom's friends.

Jonathan being the stud he is!

Entire wedding party and guests with bride and groom in front lawn.

Jonathan & Page retreat towards the impressive yet vacant façade of Oak Alley Plantation.

Baton Rouge engagement photography | Ashley & John sneak peek

Aaron Hogan — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 06:01:00 +0000

Dear John,
(hehe…always wanted to write a “Dear John” letter) Here’s a sneak peak at my latest engagement session from October 2010 in downtown Baton Rouge. Ashley and John aren’t getting married until next August 2011 but I wanted to have their photos ready far in advance so they could show them off to friends and family. Hope you enjoy. As always, your feedback is encouraged. View the photos in full screen mode “FS” for the most impact.

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Lakehouse Baton Rouge Wedding Photographer | Chasity & Michael sneak peek 10.30.09

Aaron Hogan — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:12:25 +0000

During Chasity’s bridal session, she was extremely attentive to my direction and it ultimately resulted in one of my favorite bridal photos I’ve taken in a few years. I couldn’t wait to photograph her wedding at Lakehouse in Baton Rouge on October 30, 2009. She and Michael agreed to do the first look which took a slight bit of convincing, but since their ceremony was after dark and they really wanted some killer shots together, it was the only option really. And because they did the first look, they were able to knock out all their family and wedding party photos they wanted before the ceremony began. But of course, the best part was they got to treasure each other and laugh together before they got too busy to breathe. Thanks for viewing the photos!

Lakehouse Reception Center
12323 Old Hammond Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 70816-1033
(225) 272-5568

http://www.lakehousereceptioncenter.net

My favorite image taken during Chasity's bridal session in St. Francisville, LA

Play the slideshow below to see their beautiful first look moments and wedding.

Hemingbough wedding photography | Sydney & Michael sneak peek

Aaron Hogan — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:56:05 +0000

When I first met Sydney & Michael I knew they were going to be an easy couple to work with because they both appreciate my artistic & documentary style of wedding photography. Their true fun and whimsical personalities came out during our day trip to New Orleans for their French Quarter engagement photography session. Then I convinced Sydney that doing the first look was the best way to do her pre-ceremony photos so that not only could we capture them in their most fresh moments but also help them take the edge off of everything and look each other in the eye, having a moment to share their feelings with each other. Sydney later told me that she remembers nothing from her wedding day except those few moments she spent with Michael during the first look. That made me smile!

All the flowers were artistically designed by Lani Guilbeau of Fleur Du Jour, one of best Baton Rouge florists around.

Fleur Du Jour
640 Main Street, Suite 105
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
225.572.5125 cell
225.334.9300 office
www.fleurdujourla.com

Hemingbough Wedding & Reception Center
10101 Highway 965
St. Francisville, LA 70775
(225) 635-6617
Visit Hemingbough’s website, the premier St. Francisville wedding venue

Lani of Fleur Du Jour did such an amazing job on the flowers – so unique yet beautiful and very fitting with Sydney’s style. Way to go Lani!

First look…I love Michael’s anticipation!

Sydney had to wipe tears from Michael’s eyes!

Hemingbough’s amphitheater provides an amazing backdrop for weddings with its serenity and greenery.

Those are happy tears for a super happy night! That’s a daddy’s girl. Congratulations Sydney & Michael.