Last week I had the pleasure of shooting Lauren and Jason's wedding at the Hershey Gardens!  It was a beautiful day full of love and happiness. I had so much fun shooting this sweet couple and wish them nothing but the best! 

The day started at the Hotel Hershey where Lauren was getting ready.  It all starts with the dress..

Jason's daughter Ryan came to join in the fun of getting ready.  Lauren and Ryan share a truly special bond.  Lauren you are going to make an amazing stepmom, Ryan adores you! 

Ryan wore a dress that Lauren had worn as a child.  How sweet is that?

I love this next one of Lauren's Mom watching her daughter put her jewelry on.  So sweet! 

Meanwhile, Jason was reading a letter Lauren wrote to him.  My second shooter caught some awesome images of him, trying to keep it together. 

This next photo makes my heart swell. 

After finishing up the letter Jason began to patiently wait for his Bride and their First Look.  

The girls came out together, all ready to see Jason!

I love a first look!  Such a sweet intimate moment for the bride and groom.  As you can plainly see in the pictures these two were both overjoyed to see one another! 

After some bride and groom portraits it was time for the ceremony to begin.  We headed down to the Hershey Gardens - such a gorgeous location! 

Ryan was first to walk down the aisle.  This little girl is just adorable! 

I'm pretty sure Jason's cheeks hurt at this point!  

Was Lauren excited or what?

First kiss as a married couple! 

This next one is another one of my favorites! These two are both just so excited! They did it! 

The newlyweds walked off to the Gazebo and asked for a moment to themselves.  I went to check in on them and found this..

Next up were the formal family photos. 

We got a group shot of all the family members who were at the ceremony. 

We then proceeded to do some Bridal portraits.  Lauren, you made such a stunning bride!  

Then it was Jason's turn for some shots of the Groom. 

We got in some more Bride and Groom shots - these are always my favorite at any wedding.  Lauren and Jason were just so happy to be together, I think they forgot I was there at times. 

After we wrapped up at the Hershey Gardens it was time to head to the reception at The Central Hotel. First I caught some details of the room.

Before heading to the cocktail hour Lauren asked for a shot with her dear friends, who had helped her get ready for her big day. What a sweet group of girls!

After the cocktail hour Jason and Lauren headed into the reception and went straight in to their first dance. 

Towards the end of the song the couple were met on the dance floor by Ryan!  

Following the dance, Lauren's Dad made a toast to the bride and groom.   

Jason's old Baseball Couch gave a great speech as well.  

After dinner Lauren and her Dad did their Father-Daughter dance, followed by Jason and his Mom in their Mother-Son dance.  

And last - but certainly not least - was a special dance between Jason and his daughter.  Love these images! 

We got a group shot in of everyone at the reception!  Erica and Jesse - I see you! 

Following the group shot Lauren got into a much more comfortable dress.  Her friends loved her new shoes ;) 

Pretty soon the dance floor started to fill up.  I'll leave you with one last image of the fun.  Ryan stole the floor when she broke it down with her Whip and Nae Nae!  She was amazing!      

Congratulations Lauren and Jason! It was a pleasure to shoot your big day!  I wish you both many happy years of marriage!