Twenty. Four.
: Monday, July 4, 2011
Today I am 24.
Honestly, 24 doesn’t feel anything different than 23. I feel like it’s an age stand still, nothing exciting really happens. Still have to pay extra to rent a car. I’m not really sure at what age you start feeling actually “different”. Maybe 30? Any who, here are things I am sure about.
Today the country will celebrate my birth with fireworks. duh.
Today I know so much more than I did at this time last year. I’ve laughed, loved and cried (mainly over ridiculous things)
Today I am more thankful for my family and friends than I ever have been.
In lieu of today, here are twenty four things you may or may not know about me.
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#1. I’m obsessed with maps. I just like them. Oh, and globes, but the old brown ones, not the bright blue/green modern things. Those are so 2010.
#2. In the last year, I have made 11 extra friends that now, I couldn’t imagine my life without. {THS}
#3. This year I’ve put more miles on my car than I can count.
#4. My best friend got married this year & I got to stand next to her as she became a Mrs.
#5. I was blessed with a new niece in May.
#6. Four letters. Lola. She’s a major pain in my butt sometimes but I love her anyways.
#7. Peonies. My current favorite flowers.
#8. I have a wedding folder on my desktop full of inspiration for my future wedding. You know, in like 10 years.
#9. I do not like modern houses. I would much rather live in an old Victorian. Squeaky floors and all.
#10. One word. stripes.
#11. I am going to visit Venice very soon and ride in a gondola. (seriously)
#12. I couldn’t live without music. It feeds my soul.
#13. I LOVE weddings.
#14. I’ve never been fond of my birthday being on the 4th of July, but next year I’m embracing it. Get ready.
#15. I feel funny wearing hats.
#16. I could easily decorate my entire house with sappy love prints.
#17. I never watch videos people send to me. woops.
#18. I met Ryan Gosling this year. Well by met, I mean we exchanged “hi’s, how are you’s”. But seriously, it’s the real deal and we’re getting married one day.
#19. If he doesn’t work out, Gerard Butler is my back up.
#20. I consider myself pretty crafty and hands on. I contribute every ounce of that to my Mama.
#21. I usually wait to fill up my gas tank until it’s way below empty. bad habit.
#22. I’m a procrastinator. my bad.
#23. My heart skips a beat whenever I see a field of wheat.
#24. I’m happy. I think that’s really all that matters.
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Wynter & Will
: Friday, July 1, 2011
How do I even begin to write something for my best friends wedding!? I know I did a mini blog post about my overview of the wedding but here’s the real deal =)
We were getting pretty nervous a couple weeks before the wedding because of all the rain we’d been getting. The whole, “should we rent a tent, should we not” debate floated in the air. That morning we awoke to the most beautiful blue skies and a perfect breeze. The day couldn’t have been better for Wynter and Will. The girls showed up, we took our time getting beautified, drank mimosas and bloody mary’s and enjoyed the last few hours before Wynter became a Mrs. The details downstairs at the ceremony and reception site were set and ready to go. Before we knew it guests were showing up to witness this special, long awaited day. I cried as soon as I saw Wynter walking down the aisle with her parents. The remainder of the ceremony was emotional, there wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd. As Coldplay’s “Strawberry Swing” played in the air, Wynter and Will had their first kiss as husband and wife.
Like I’ve mentioned before, my amazingly talented and generous friend Raquel Leal shot the wedding with me. She was a God send and did an incredible job capturing their day! In this post you’ll find a mixture of my photos along with hers. It felt super weird putting bridal party shots in here and seeing myself =)
All of the floral arrangements you see in this post (besides bouquets) were done by family and friends. A friend of the family had all of the succulents planted for the wedding. It was a completely DIY wedding; we hand sewed the tulle/burlap table numbers, table runners, and bunting signs. The succulent favors were all made by Wynter’s family and every single white pitcher used as the centerpiece on each table was from a family friend. It was an incredible wedding literally made from love.
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Wynter and Will wrote notes to each other on a framed mirror that morning before they saw each other. It was super sweet and displayed for the guests to see.
…and THIS is why I suggest doing a first look. Can you get these photos standing at the altar? =)
I may be biased, but she really was the most beautiful bride.
For their groomsmen gifts, Will surprised his guys with custom (thank you Gpa!) axes!
I’ll end with these because, c’mon cigar smoke photos are always fun!
Photography: Raquel Leal and Megan Welker
Videography: Floataway Studios
Venue: Private Residence Visalia, Ca
Table and chair rentals: Details
Caterer: Wahoo’s Fish Taco
Cake and Desserts: Cakes by Kathy Bell
Florist: Sweet Memories
Hair and Makeup: Eclectic Chic Salon
Wedding dress and Bridesmaids dresses: J.Crew
Brides Shoes: Vera Wang Lavender
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Alicia Sodersten
July 1st, 2011 at 10:21 am
Everything is beautiful – Wynter is indeed a BEAUTIFUL bride!!!
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Heidi R.
July 1st, 2011 at 10:41 am
Looks like you guys pulled off a perfect wedding! Wynter is such a stunning bride, and you’re a beautiful bridesmaid!
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Twenty. Four. | Megan Welker Photography
July 4th, 2011 at 1:30 pm
[...] My best friend got married this year & I got to stand next to her as she became a [...]
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Annie Chesser
July 4th, 2011 at 1:48 pm
These are beautiful pictures!! And your right Wynter was beautiful!! Amaxing job Megan!!
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Briel K.
July 12th, 2011 at 5:20 pm
What a beautiful wedding! Wynter looks gorgeous. I love DIY weddings.
Jessica & Roger
: Thursday, June 30, 2011
A couple of weeks ago I drove down to Long Beach to shoot Jess and Roger’s wedding with my dear friend Jordana of Hazelnut Photography. I love the write up Jordana did on their wedding, it is a perfect summary of their day. The wedding took place at the Long Beach Museum of Art and Jessica and Roger were surrounded by their closest family and friends. Thank you Jordana, for having me along!
L-O-V-E!
we have 21 and 22 in common… happy birthday
HAPPY BIRTHDAY (AGAIN) MY BEAUTIFUL GRAND DAUGHTER!!! I HAVE IN MIND
xoxoxo
ANOTHER BACK-UP FOR YOU, IN CASE YOUR INTERESTED.
Ummmmm where did you meet Ryan Gosling???!! Totally jealous!!!
*Happy Birthday! Mine was on the 3rd!
He goes to my gym and I see him there sometimes. Yummy! How did you meet him?
*We may have to duke it out for Ryan.
*Venice was pretty darn cool. I went last summer. Didn’t ride in a gondola but that’s okay!
*I wish I had a big fun group of girlfriends like that. I love looking at all the photos you guys post.