Alissa & Wes {Proposal} Springfield, MO Wedding Photographer

When Wes (my assistant Alissa's boyfriend) called me to help coordinate/photograph their proposal I was ecstatic! Naturally ;-) She was scheduled to work that day and when I canceled that morning, her friend Megan took over and they went on an "Amazing Race" scavenger hunt. She had heard something around campus about an Amazing Race type event, so she didn't think anything of it. Finally, when she was sent to get flowers and was blindfolded...I think she caught on. ;-) I was jittery all day, as I'm sure Wes was all week! It was such a special evening...the pictures say it all. Congrats loves!! xoxo 

Wes' other accomplice Megan ;-) 

Getting back to the house where the whole family was there to greet them! 

Things I love Thursdays {Sleepovers} Personal

GIRL TIME! :-) Alissa & I have been working our tails off expediting everyone's weddings, so we took yesterday evening off and went to the lake (where Buddha swam for the first time) and we got some much needed Vitamin D! (Photogs don't get much sun behind a computer, hehe). Then we cooked up some delish dinner! Holy cow...Hyvee had some amazingly fresh fish! Levi would be jealous ;-) It was just us girls and Pride & Prestigious last night. Today was back to the grind and we will be sending out Elise & Ethan's wedding, Kendra & John's (which I have to blog ASAP) and Rosie & Drew's before the week ends! Woo! Go team ;-) 

Jessica & Colt {in love} Springfield, MO Wedding Photographers

Where do I start? When I received the email from my Bride Jess explaining her cancer diagnosis and how she had to cancel her October 2012 wedding, I was devastated for her. It wasn't long until Alissa & I were making plans to give this couple a "wedding day" experience. I think every girl deserves a dress, bouquet and a few lovely images with hubby...I don't think that's asking too much :-) We began calling vendors and everyone was more than willing to help out! I couldn't be happier that this came together for Jess & Colt. I can sleep a little sounder at night knowing they have wedding images. ;-)

Wedding Photography: Christine Bonnivier Photography
Ceremony & Reception: Enchanted Hills Weddings
Planning Assistant: Alissa Beaty
Floral Design: Christine Bonnivier Photography
Event Design: Scarlett Burk of Swept Away Rentals
Furniture, Accessories & Lighting:  Scarlett Burk of Swept Away Rentals
Wedding Confections: Simply Delicious Catering
MUA: Special Occasion Makeup by Tracy Biggers
Hair Stylist: Naomi of His & Hers Salon

Wedding Dress: Normans Bridal

Bridal Veil & Jewelry: Normans Bridal 

Many thanks to all the Vendors & Artists that made this possible! If you have a wedding coming up, you should probably get in touch with these fine folk. They are caring people. Feel free to email me with any questions: christinebonnivier@gmail.com