From the way they looked at each other, you would have thought that no one else existed. There was an undeniable magnetism between these two that seemed to draw them closer and closer together as they stood before their family and friends and declared their desire to honor God through marriage. David gently ran his thumb over Whitney’s fingers and squeezed her hand as he spoke his vows. He made a covenant to inspire her, encourage her and love her. She laughed and smiled her nose crinkling smile as the pastor pronounced them husband and wife. David reached out and cupped her face in his hands, kissed her and then just held her close. Whitney was his cherished friend, his gift from God and now – finally – his wife.
Like I mentioned before, to say that these two are an encouragement to me would be an understatement. Their love for each other is out shined only by their love for the Lord, and it’s that love which brought them together in the first place. They are committed to pursuing God’s will together, and I can’t wait to see where He leads them! I’m always excited when I’m invited into my clients lives, but these two gave me a special gift by sharing their love story with me, and my faith has been strengthened because of it. So to David and Whitney – thank you so much! You are an amazing couple, and I know that if I was able to capture even a fraction of the love that you have for each other, then these images will be my greatest work so far
Now that is one beautiful and joyful bride. Wouldn’t you agree?
Whitney has a really strong relationship with her dad. She is his one and only baby girl, so she wanted to set aside a quiet moment for him to see her for the first time.
Once she’d seen her dad, we headed outside to grab a few pictures of her by herself. She is remarkably stunning – don’t you agree?
Here’s one of the handsome groom. He didn’t seem nervous at all – he knew he was ready for Whitney to be his wife.
Looking at Whitney and her dad’s faces reminds me of the comedy and tragedy masks that I saw all over New Orleans. Her expression is full of joy, and his is full of sadness as he says goodbye to his baby girl.
David and Whitney took time during their wedding ceremony to lift their voices up in worship together. It was another way to point the focus of their ceremony and their marriage on Jesus Christ, and it was a beautiful moment to capture.
David and Whitney are surrounded by their parents, who lift them up in prayer. I love the expression on Whitney’s face as she reaches up to touch her mom’s hand on her arm.
Finally married!
Check back tomorrow for Part 2 of David and Whitney’s incredible wedding!
9 comments
Lauren, These are SO beautiful. We were not able to attend the wedding, though we so wanted to! My husband, one of the pastors here in Gainesville, needed to stay behind to handle the Sunday Church Service at Abundant Grace, while our senior Pastor, Phil Courson participated in the wedding. Thank you for posting these pictures so those of us, that couldn’t be there, could get a glimpse of Whitney and David’s special day. You have done a beautiful job!
Tears came to my eyes when I saw you both holding hands and worshipping together. Singing praises to your first love, while holding the hand of your new love. The pictures are lovely.
Thanks so much for these… I am a single man, but rejoice when two who so clearly love each other, and love the Lord, can come together and initiate an occasion for the Lord Jesus to be glorified. I am going to pray for the whole Loria family, and especially this new couple – God bless you David and Whitney!! Clearly, David has found “a good thing and has obtained favor from the Lord”!! May the Lord continue to bless the union of your hearts and lives, and may He continue to be its center! Thanks so much Frank and Annette, for sending these… Luke
What a beautiful wedding and stunning photography! Congratulations and all the best wishes to the new couple!
What a handsome couple! Thanks for the memories! I hope they’ll have a happy and enduring future together.
As one who appreciates the fine art of photography and knows the challenge of weddings I say you have a gift and artful eye. Love the b & w of the wedding veil with the corner of the table and scissors then the color of the rings on the branches – they are art!! Then you capture Whitney in fashion photographer style. Lauren, your documentation of my nephew and their wedding is wonderful with excellent text. Nice job.
She is beautiful. David looks so happy. Sorry we could not attend. We were at the State Soccer Championship tournament in San Antonio with Lexus. Thank you for sending the pictures. They are gorgeous. Love, Michele
Praise God!!! Praise God!!! Praise God!!! AWESOME!!!! LOVE this! Love This!!! LOVE THIS!!!! I pray to see more and more weddings like this one. Wish that I could have been there. How inspiring for others. Our God is an AWESOME God!!!
I love the bride’s hair! Do you know who did it? She looks absolutely beautiful! They seem like a wonderful and blessed couple! I hope you know who did her hair! Great pictures! Thanks so much! And I’ll keep you in mind for my wedding photographer!