My best friends got married...a year ago

Lilli and Josh are two of my best friends, so getting to stand beside them on their wedding day was already incredibly special. One year later, being invited back to document their anniversary felt just as meaningful. Lilli had the sweetest idea to slip back into her wedding dress and recreate bridal portraits at the very church where they were married.


Her gown was just as stunning as the day she wore it the first time—delicate lace sleeves, a dramatic long veil, and so much timeless beauty. After revisiting those classic moments, we headed back to the hotel they were staying at for their anniversary weekend, where things took a fun, modern turn. A quick outfit change into a short white dress (veil still very much included) led to flash-filled anniversary photos that felt bold, playful, and completely them.


Somehow, a random hotel hallway turned into the setting for some of my favorite images—proof that the best photos often come from leaning into creativity, nostalgia, and a little bit of fun.

A black and white photo series showing a couple in formal attire embracing near large windows in an elegant interior space.
A bride in a flowing white dress and veil embraces her groom in a black suit during an autumn outdoor wedding photoshoot.
Black and white portrait of bride in off-shoulder lace wedding dress with delicate veil and soft natural lighting.
Newlywed couple shares romantic moments in garden setting with autumn trees and white fence during sunset.
Newlywed couple walking through garden at sunset with bride wearing long-sleeved lace gown and flowing cathedral veil.
A romantic wedding couple walks through an outdoor garden setting at sunset with a flowing white gown and veil.
Close-up details of a delicate white bridal veil with intricate lace patterns.
Romantic autumn wedding scene with fall foliage in the background.
Dramatic bridal gown spread across a bright room with large windows and autumn views.
White wedding dress details showing intricate lace patterns and delicate floral embellishments on tulle fabric.
A flowing white wedding veil catches the sunlight through large windows in an ethereal bridal portrait.
Elegant bridal portraits by sunlit windows showcasing lace details and flowing veil.
Elegant black and white wedding portraits in a bright indoor setting.
Dreamy bridal portraits in a light-filled room with autumn colors visible through windows.
Wedding couple walking together on a paved path surrounded by autumn trees.
Romantic autumn wedding photos with golden sunset light and flowing white dress.
Romantic wedding couple embraces in front of white chapel with elegant lace dress and black suit details.
Classic white church wedding scene with Christmas wreath and flowing bridal train.
White chapel with Gothic arched windows and trailing bridal veil creates elegant wedding backdrop.
Bride in elegant white gown holding delicate bouquet against autumn backdrop.
A flowing white wedding dress twirls gracefully in a series of spinning motion shots on a paved outdoor surface.
A flowing white wedding gown with a long train cascades down the steps of a white church with elegant arched entrances.
Bride in flowing white gown poses gracefully on church steps with dramatic train spread out.
A delicate bridal bouquet of dried flowers and greenery complements a classic lace wedding gown.
Person in floral top and white pants standing by water.
A couple shares a romantic moment in an elevator, with the bride in a white dress holding a bouquet and groom in formal attire.
Playful couple having fun on a bed throwing confetti and laughing in wedding attire.
A couple shares intimate moments in a dimly lit hotel hallway with decorative carpet and wall sconces.
Romantic wedding photo series showing close-up details of couple's shoes and dress in a hotel hallway.
Sequence of photos showing couple walking down dimly lit hotel hallway in playful manner.
A series of romantic wedding photos showing a couple in a dimly lit hallway with the bride wearing a flowing veil.
A couple shares a romantic moment in front of an elevator during their wedding celebration.
A couple in white wedding attire dances playfully in a modern hotel hallway with carpeted floors.
A sequence of four photos showing a couple playfully posing near an elevator in white wedding attire.
Couple lying on bed while gold confetti rains down in romantic celebration sequence.
A couple in wedding attire walks down a hotel hallway together.
A couple in wedding attire share an intimate moment in an elevator during their special day.
A couple sits on a white bed laughing and sharing drinks together in a cozy bedroom setting.
Hands sprinkle breadcrumbs onto a white surface during food preparation in a cooking sequence.
A romantic couple in wedding attire shares intimate moments while lying on a bed covered in flower petals.