Congratulations Michelle & Lee Wagner

Yesterday, Dn Gregory and I photographed the wedding of Michelle and Lee Wagner at The Chapel here in Fort Wayne. Since I've only been in Fort Wayne less than a week, I was super excited to learn about new venues and meet new people. And the people of The Chapel did not disappoint. It was so nice to meet Pastor Mark, who works with couples who intend to be married and his wife, Becky, the wedding coordinator for the church. They really made my job there a pleasure. And of course, Kathy, the mother of the groom, who is also an employee of the Chapel. Both families were such a joy to work with! I met both families during the rehearsal on Friday night, but really had a nice chance to spend some time with them while Michelle and Lee were getting ready!


I actually didn't really have a chance to spend much time with the men, but Dn Gregory did, as he spent time photographing them while they got ready.



Michelle and Lee didn't want to see each other before the wedding, so we devised all sorts of methods to make sure they didn't have the chance to spot each other before the big moment! So, while I was photographing the girls in the sanctuary,

Dn Gregory was working with the men outside. I really wanted to take the girls outside, as the grounds at The Chapel are quite extensive and were a luscious green color, but unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate.

But it all worked out just fine, and because of the weather situation, we had some extra time, so Michelle just decided to rest for a short while. Isn't she a beautiful bride?


My favorite part of weddings is the joy of two families coming together. This family felt the same, and the unity candle ceremony was really important to both families. Here, the families are lighting the candles from which the flame will be taken to light the unity candle. If I'm not mistaken, I believe Kathy may have shed a small tear.


Finally, the big moment was here! Michelle looked just stunning as she came down the aisle with her father.

And Lee looked so happy to see his bride for the first time!

The wedding ceremony was extra special as it was officiated by Michelle's grandfather. He shared many words of wisdom during the ceremony, and her certainly had them to share, as he and his wife will be celebrating their 60th anniversary this year!


The ceremony was just beautiful, as Michelle and Lee became a family. With the vows and exchange of rings, they ceased to be two and have become one.

After the ceremony, it was time to celebrate! The cake was not only beautiful, but also incredibly delicious!

Then it was time for the single ladies to come forth and to catch the bouquet.


And then it was time for Michelle and Lee to start their honeymoon!


Congratulations Michelle and Lee Wagner!