They say you find love when you least expect it. And love was the last thing Brad was looking for after his big move from Arizona to Washington DC. Friends. He was looking for friends. And back in Arizona he found his friends at the Roller Derby, of course. After settling in he decided he would check out the DC Roller Derby scene with friends, and there, indeed he met one. She was petite, strawberry sun kissed hair, radiant smile, and with the most amazing laugh. And friends they became, they were inseparable the whole evening. Mutual friends and on lookers couldn’t help but notice, commenting that they thought ‘something big just happened.’ They went home that evening wondered if the other was feeling what they were feeling.
They say you find love when you least expect it. Or at the Roller Derby.
Kirsten and Brad, witnessing your friendship and love is truly amazing, and I feel so blessed to be able to photograph your wedding. You guys balance each other out so well, and your charisma for life together is undeniable. Your friends and family are wonderful, and are obviously so supportive and thrilled that you have found each other, literally coming from the other side of the world (hi Aussies!) Thank you so much for sharing with me your beautiful, intimate day. Love, Megan Beth
Also, a huge thank you to Melissa for driving all the way up to help me. You rock girl!
Kirsten’s mother has the most amazing gardens, a beautiful and obvious choice for the wedding to take place.
I loved her vintage 50′s retro heels, they suited the style of the day so well!
Kirsten was the twenty first person in her family to wear this amazing veil on her wedding day.
The headband, the J.Crew dress… so perfect for a backyard garden wedding.
She had the biggest, brightest smile on all day.
Brad…looking so handsome in his European cut suit.
Kirsten and Brad opted to see each other before the ceremony which, of course, resulted in a romantic and special moment for just the two of them. Not only did it leave plenty of time to get pictures of the two of them, it allowed them to enjoy the whole cocktail hour with their family and friends.
Their shoe selection ROCKED!
These two are definitely my favorites from the day.
Kirsten and Brad planned the entire wedding themselves in literally a couple of months. Not only did they do an amazing job, look at all the amazing details. WOW.
The fabulous Dionysus Kitchen was on hand with the freshest, organic most delicious food. When asked if they had anymore yummy figs, their response was, oh yes we grow them in our backyard, we’ll be right back. Could it BE anymore fresh?
Finally man and wife. BD+KH
Kirsten’s stepdad gave the most heart warming and touching speech. I don’t believe there was a dry eye in the house.
Kirsten and Brad are avid (pro) Bocce players, and it was a huge part of their big day. They offered for me to give it a whirl, but I declined seeing as I was amongst some of the best, and probably would have completely embarrassed myself. I’m going to practice at home, then take them up on their offer.
Let the games BEGIN!
His and hers Bocce balls…of course.
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