Will and I have known Tommy and Jasmine for years now, and their friendship means the world to us. You can usually find us all cooking meals for each other, playing Settlers of Catan, talking about/watching Friday Night Lights, or enjoying some coffee at Sola. They are pretty great. :] Words can't really express what happens to me when I photograph the wedding of dear friends of mine. While I'm photographing these moments that mean so much to me, fighting tears behind my camera, (ok ok, actually crying behind my camera,) I am reminded of how incredibly honored I am to have this job. It puts it into perspective for me. It changes the way that I view the couple, the moments, and the day - for this couple, and for all other couples I have the honor of photographing.
There were so many moments during this day that I cried. The pre-ceremony prayer while holding hands on opposite sides of a door (I was a mess), watching Jasmine's sweet Daddy give her away, hearing them say their heart-felt vows, the toasts at the reception... the list goes on. There were also so many moments that made me laugh! Photographing/being with the bridesmaids, adorable moments during the ceremony, Tommy surprising Jasmine with a Justin Bieber lip sync and dance performance with his groomsmen, and all the crazy dancing at the reception! Truly, there is no set of 2 personalities betters suited for one another than these. We are so grateful to be called your friends, and we couldn't be happier that the Lord brought you both together. Love you to pieces Mr. and Mrs. Marciniak!
Cake Artist: Sweet Cakes for You
Caterer: We Cook For You
Florist: Fallons Flowers
Event Coordinator: Cindy Pietryga
Reception DJ: Garrett Brooks
Videographer: David Acuff
Hair Stylist: Linda Marciniak
Makeup: Mac Makeup
You might notice the "Giving Back" portion of their invitation in the bottom left corner of the photo below. Tommy and Jasmine are very involved in Fight Like Paxton - a non-profit organization that is very dear to their hearts, supporting families that are fighting childhood cancer. Just another one of the many reasons I love this couple.
Yay for many more double dates and game nights with you two! Love you!
Nancy Ray, you’ve done it again and completely blown me away with your awesome talents and blessings. Not only are you a fabulous photographer but I felt like we were just friends hanging out on our wedding day, laughing and having a blast. Words cannot express how much I love these pictures, I feel like I’m reliving that magical day every time I look at these awesome photos. You guys were there to capture the proposal, the engagement, and now our wedding and I’m sure you’ll have a significant part in our children’s lives as well. I love you to pieces and I so cherish our sweet friendship. Thank you for capturing these memories and making new ones with us. We love you and your sweet husband so much.
Hello, I really like these photos taken at the party. Could you tell me what camera, lens and settings these photos were taken with? Thank you, Rebecca
This day was so special! And what incredible pictures! Looking back I vividly see great memories in my mind. From the pictures I’m reminded of all the joy on everyone had who attended. It’s very easy to see that everyone there was greatly impacted for the better! We all had a chance to see a brilliant “picture” of true love.
Wow! These pictures capture this wedding so vividly. A beautiful wedding for two beautiful people who love the Lord and love each other. So happy to be part of that day and share the beginning of your life together. Love you Jappy and Tommy. The Willix Family
Nancy, These photos are brilliant..You did an amazing job of capturing the “feel” of the day, where no doubt the Lord was present all day..so beautiful, tears of joy from a mama’s full heart..Tommy & Jazz, you showed what a Christ Centered relationship looks like, your deep faith and love of God is contagious…Love you both so much, thank you for making God smile and mama proud..
Great job Nancy! And thank you Tommy and Jasmine for inviting us to be a part of this wonderful day! You all are just awesome, all 3 of ya!!
<3 Love! <3
Love these 2! One of the best weddings we’ve been to, but more importantly, one of the Godliest marriages we’ll witness. Now, go change the world you two!
Love,
The Willix Clan
Dear Tommy and Jasmine,
When I look through these beautiful photographs, it brings joy to my heart to see how ‘in love’ you are. It makes me want to get married all over again – to Lew of course!! I pray every day that my girls find what you two have. Love you both. Be blessed. Di
Nancy, looking back on these pictures, almost a year ago from the day they were captured, I am still so extremely grateful we chose you guys to share our wedding with. What a gift and talent you have. I love remembering all of those sweet moments from that favor-filled day. Love you sweet friend and miss you lots!!