Brandon & Christie {Lily Barn Wedding | Townsend, TN}

It was one of my favorite weddings to date. There is so much to love about Christie & Brandon… their warm, kind & easy-to-know personalities. Accompany that by the sheer enjoyment of being around their wedding party & it makes for a wonderful day. From the moment I heard Christie describe the reasons why she loves Brandon, I knew this was special.

You may recall their engagement session that took place in the somewhat quiet town of Sweetwater, TN. On April 30, the couple became husband & wife at the beautiful Lily Barn in Townsend, TN. As I drove the winding roads leading to the venue I imagined a much simpler life. It’s the kind of place that allows you to retreat from the day-to-day hustle & remember what’s important. It’s a wonderful place for a wedding & the perfect place for Christie & Brandon. {A special thanks to Alan & Jenn Brock for helping me cover the day… you’re sure to see more from them. In the next few days I have some exciting news about their new role with Ben Finch Photography}.

Doesn’t Christie look beautiful… I love her contagious smile!

Christie’s mother putting on her “something old”… a ring given to her by her grandmother.

Christie gifted her bridesmaids with pearls.

Christie & her handsome boy (little man, rather), Dylan.

Brandon & his men.

As the ceremony begins.

Christie’s father had coached her in sports all her life… one last swing before giving her away!

Such a sweet moment.

These are my favorites; I love the moment following a ceremony where I can steal a few moments alone with the couple.

Ever since Christie & her sister, Amy, were little girls they’ve been coming to this same creek to catch minnows & such. Dylan wanted to give it a shot before heading to the reception.

Another one of my favorites.

I always get teary eyed during the Father/Daughter dance… generally try to hide it with my face behind the camera.

The reception details.

So many came to support Brandon & Christie (L). Friends B&C graduated high school with (R).

Nick & Lori Penley from Penhead Entertainment provided the tunes. As always, they did a fantastic job & immediately connect with the guests.

Congratulations Brandon & Christie!