Katie and Johan had an intimate wedding of about 70 guests, all of which took place at their friends' amazing residence on top of a mountain in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From the moment we arrived I knew that it was going to be an amazing day. The weather was gorgeous, there was music playing all over the house, people were eating and drinking, and the whole atmosphere was just very light and laid back --- my kind of wedding day :). Katie had a maid of honor (her sister) and Johan had a best man. The ceremony took place in a garden area outdoors that was prefectly backlit throughout the entire ceremony. It was just one of those days where you feel truly blessed to be a wedding photographer in East Tennessee!
After the ceremony guests enjoyed a cocktail hour out on the lawn and the light was just amazing. Later, everyone went into the tent for dinner. Johan (although he now lives in Knoxville) is Danish, so as is tradition in Danish culture (and many European cultures) there were a lot of speeches by many of the guests and they were all great!! I swear I think I was laughing behind my camera the whole time. The most amazing part was that in hearing everyone talk, and as the hostess pointed it out, there were people in attendance from all over the world at their wedding - truly amazing.
Here are some of our favorite wedding photos of the day - Enjoy!
I think this is my favorite picture of Katie. Her eyes are just amazing!!
And now the rest of Katie's gorgeous family you might remember from their engagement shoot. A windblown Silvia, Johan's three year old daughter, and the handsome groom himself!
I just wanted to show the back of Katie's dress. I loved, loved her dress.
This is Dan's favorite picture of Katie
The light was just perfect as we were taking these so it took no time at all. What easy subjects!?
Possibly my favorite pics of the day
Katie's flowers and cake & cupcakes were gorgeous! (See vendor list at the bottom of this post)
This is a shot from that beautiful cocktail hour.
Ta da! The end!! Thanks so much Katie & Johan for being great!!
Here's a list of all the people who made this wedding a success!
Photography: Dan & Natalie Watson, Watson-Studios, www.watson-studios.com
Wedding Coordinator: Sonya Scott, A Perfect Day, www.aperfectday4u.com
Flowers: Pat Felts, Clay Pots www.claypotsfloralevents.com
Catering/Cake/Cupcakes: Tony McClanahan, First Fruits, www.firstfruitscatering.com
Dress: Monique Lhuillier, www.moniquelhuillier.com/
Shoes: J.CREW, www.jcrew.com
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...I've got to brag on my husband and business partner for a second!
Dan is the only photographer in the South, and one of only three photographers in the United States to receive a 1st place award this year. The competition was sponsored by Photo District News magazine (PDN) and TheKnot.com.
This is the photo that won - it was from Erin & Chris's wedding in Charleston, SC in May last year. It was featured full page in PDN magazine this month. Click here to check out all of the winners and finalists.
And here is how everything looked in the magazine!! I made a blue arrow on the parts where he was specifically mentioned :) Yay Dan!!!
Alissa Ferullo says:
Sweet! Congratulations!!
Heather Meaders says:
Congratulations!!! :)
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Beautiful images! You really captured the beauty & spirit of the day. Oddly enough, one of my favorites is the exterior view of the house & tent - it looks like a great party was inside!!
OMGoodness!!!! This is by far my most favorite set from you - truly breathtaking. Gorgeous everything, including all your beautiful images. Nicely done!! =)