We officially kicked off our fall wedding season with Rachel and Jared’s beautiful Burritt on the Mountain wedding day! There was so much thought put into this celebration and so much to love – I can’t wait to share all these pictures! Family history is really important to Rachel, and one of my favorite things about this wedding was how she seamlessly incorporated so many heirloom, historical, and personal elements. Everything about their Burritt wedding reflected Rachel and Jared so well, from their personal gifts to each other to the library card seating chart.
One of my favorite things about Burritt is the variety of backdrops and vibes, all within close walking distance. Greenery, the valley view, tree-lined sidewalks, and the historic mansion. Rachel and Jared utilized the full space with their guests, moving together between events. We started the day with first looks in the gazebo and the old church. A ceremony in front of the mansion was followed by cocktail hour on The View, dinner at Baron’s Bluff, and moving back out to the overlook to finish the night dancing under the stars.
Rachel and Jared make everything so fun! We loved every minute with them! Their classic downtown Huntsville engagement session showed us how natural they are in front of the camera and how adorable they are together. They rolled with everything during the wedding day and clearly basked in the excitement of the day and their love for each other. I loved watching them together! So sweet.
How to choose? Rachel took old family wedding pictures and displayed them along with her mother’s and grandmother’s wedding dresses. She added her grandmother’s cameo brooch to her bouquet and wears her great-great-great grandmother’s engagement ring. Burritt on the Mountain is a place special to her family, and memories are woven throughout the grounds. We saw the bench Rachel and Jared sat on during their first date and recreated a childhood picture of Rachel and her brother. New and old memories came together in a beautiful way!
One of my favorite parts of this day was how Rachel and Jared made space to spend unhurried, quiet time together. They exchanged gifts in the church, then took a few minutes to dance together before we headed out for portraits. They went to ring the church bell and savor the moments before getting ready to hang out at the cocktail hour with their guests. The timeline had space for these organic moments, and it was special to capture them.
Rachel wore a cape veil, and it may be a new favorite! It was beautiful and flowy, perfect for a veil toss, yet never pulled or got in the way. I loved the sleeves on it! Everything about that look was just stunning. I didn’t even know that cape veils were a thing until recently, but Rachel and her veil won me over instantly. Perfection!
There really was so much to love about this day and so many amazing, thoughtful details that perfectly matched their personalities. I could keep going, but a picture speaks a thousand words.
Rachel & Jared – thank you so much for letting us come beside you on this beautiful journey to capture all the memories! Someday your grandchildren will be looking back at these moments while planning their own wedding day, and it’s an honor to play a small role in your family’s legacy. You both have been a joy!
*hugs*
Amber
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A shout out to these vendors!
Venue: Burritt on the Mountain
Wedding Coordinator: Nicole’s Wedding Planning, Navette Wall
Photography: Joel & Amber Photography
Hair Stylist: Luna Jade Salon
Makeup Artist: Rita Lorraine Parks
Bride’s Dress: Mandi Jackson Bridal
Bride’s Wedding Band: Rubin Brothers Diamond
Florals: In Bloom
Stationery: Please Reply Huntsville
Officiant: Father Chris Hartley
Ceremony Musician: Winslow Davis, Violin
Catering and Cake Artist: Mason Dixon Bakery and Bistro
DJ: Metropolitan DJ
Rentals: All Needz
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I think both the event and photos from it are all fantastic!! The only place I think there is room for improvement is if there was a tall funny handsome and smart redhead man in every picture. This small lapse is partly on me because I can’t be everywhere at once. Other than that wonderful memories captured. :)
So grateful to have had you photograph our wedding! You both were so great to work with (even though Joel hid my ring because it was part of Rachel’s surprise for me lol).
Love these two and all of their wonderful ideas! Their wedding day was truly special and beautiful. These pictures are gorgeous! Thanks Joel and Amber (and Rachel and Jared). Love, Mom
Great photographs that celebrate a very special event in Rachel’s and Jared’s life. With these photos this wedding will be remembered by both families and used to add to the history of our family. Excellent work.
Congratulations! I wish you two nothing but the best! Beautiful pictures such a wonderful lifetime memory.
Stunning photographs of a beautiful couple on their lovely wedding day!
Jared’s and Rachel’s wedding was absolutely beautiful. Thank you for reflecting the event in your pictures. They will be treasured and passed on for many years to come. Love you both, Jared and Rachel.
Mom (Jan)
Absolutely beautiful! The pictures look amazing, it was like watching a movie. Rachel you were a stunning bride! You can see the love through the photos.
What a beautiful wedding!!!!
I haven’t known Rachel or Jared very long, but what I do know is they look amazing together. I wish you both all the happiness in the world!!
Fantastic wedding and amazing photos! Rachel and Jared are the most beautiful couple and I’m happy to see their special day went so well and that they were able to share the happiness with so many friends and relatives!
A perfect beginning of the best chapter of your story!
Most beautiful wedding I have attended. Kudos to Joel and Amber who captured it all. Rachel and Jared will treasure these photos all their lives as they become memories of their special day to celebrate their love for each other.
The most beautiful wedding and captured so perfectly in these pictures!
Love all these wonderful pictures that captures this very special wedding. Rachel you are such a beautiful bride and did a fabulous job planning such lovely celebration.
Greatest event I ever been to and everything was perfect. Jared’s happy dad BB
Beautiful photographs for a very special, memorable wedding!!
This was a BEAUTIFUL wedding. I cried looking at these photos. They truly capture the love of these two. Wonderful job !
The most beautiful couple inside and out. These photos are absolutely phenomenal!!!! Rachel and Jared will treasure these photos for the rest of their lives. Amazing job.
Beautiful wedding and photos, those golden hour sunset captures are exquisite. Cheers to the happy couple!!
It was a beautiful wedding, everything was perfect! My favorite parts were the ceremony and the family dance!! The pics capture the day perfectly. Although I must agree with Hugh, there should be more pics of the tall good looking redhead man!!
Beautiful wedding and photos! Great memories were caught perfectly.
I haven’t gotten to see family in such a long time. This was such a beautiful event to connect and spend time with everybody. The atmosphere was filled with love and happiness. These photos captured it perfectly! Congrats to Jared & Rachel! Wishing you many, many years of joy!
This was the perfect wedding. Jared and Rachel are stunning together The pictures are gorgeous. The food was delicious. Everybody looked so nice. A good time was had by all:
Wonderful wedding, fantastic photos. Happiest couple ever
Beautiful pictures for a stunning couple to help remember their special day. Congratulations wishing y’all a lifetime of happiness
Such a beautiful day for the start of a beautiful family! Wish you both all the best!