As Jaxon and Esmeralda told me the story of their relationship, I smiled.  They were asking me to photograph their wedding, so I knew that the story was going to end with them falling in love; but it sure didn’t look that way from the way the story started.  Esme flatly refused Jaxon more than once… but he gently and respectfully pursued her until she was ready to open up her heart.  I left with a respect for both of them, and great anticipation for their wedding (but not quite as much anticipation as they both had!)

Jaxon.  He’s the man.

Esmeralda tried to tell me she’s shy, but I don’t believe it.

The ringbearer was all too eager to give Jaxon the rings.

I love this.

This shows what kind of guy Jaxon is: willing to lend his back for his best friend to write on.  In this case, he’s signing Jaxon’s marriage license.

I love the glasses on the girl in the front right.  🙂

Another favorite!

Esme loves water.

Jaxon and Esme hosted the reception at their home.  They brought in a taco truck to cater the food… soo good.

Esme came up with the idea of making the heart in the bushes

Their first dance… to Alicia Keys!  I LOVED how the reception brought Jaxon’s African-American heritage together with Esmerelda’s hispanic background!  They came up with a great mix of music, and everyone, regardless of their background, got into the celebration.

My flash didn’t fire on this shot of Esme and her dad, and I love how the bare bulb above them gave this shot soo much mood.

Jaxon sneaking in a peek at his new ring.

Jaxon and Esmeralda, thank you so very much for giving me the privilege of shooting your wedding day.  I’m so grateful for the opportunity to get to know you, and I’m thrilled for your new life together.  I really do have a lot of respect for both of you, and look forward to seeing how your marriage grows as you both follow the Lord together.

See all of Jaxon & Esme’s photos here.