Here's a sneak preview of some upcoming photos from Kristal and Steve's wedding at Avalon Manor.  An outdoor ceremony was planned, but a rainy day with storms brewing put a damper on that.  The above shot is from the bridge at Deep River Park in Valparaiso.  Our steps were limited due to the heavy rains the previous days that flooded the park.  Another wedding couple can be scene contemplating a walk across the wet grass. A couple of umbrellas combined with an antique look combine for a classic looking wedding photo.  Kristal and Steve are not married at this point so he was hanging on to her dress for more than just a cute look.  :)

The day started out with all the girls (and me) at A Kut Above in Highland, Indiana for some Getting Ready shots...

In mid afternoon we moved on to the Hilton In Merrillville where the newlyweds would be staying.  I coaxed Kristal into writing a silly love note to her future husband and she came through with her sense of humor...

The guys were staying in another room where I grabbed this candid shot of Kristal and Steve's son.  Notice the Chicago Cubs shirt?  Mmmmm.... see below for why I'm even mentioning this here at all.

Things were still undecided on whether we were going outside for the ceremony at Avalon Manor or not.  While we waited to see if the storms would calm down, Kristal was primping for her entrance where I caught this shot in front of the big mirror in a preparation room at Avalon Manor.

Steve and Kristal were glowing in white as they did a traditional "pouring of the sand" at their ceremony inside the hall at Avalon Manor...

You could sense the passion in this kiss as the bride and groom danced their first dance together...

Kristal and Steve opted for Portraits at the Reception where I bring a studio background and lights.  their guests took advantage of this all night...

There were a few "trouble makers" in the bunch.  Like these two who decided to taunt the groom with this Chicago White Sox banner!!  Sorry Steve, there are more photos like this...  :)

I'm currently editing the wedding photos for Kristal and Steve's wedding at Avalon Manor.  So stay tuned for the full gallery coming soon.