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Alton, IL Wedding of Josh & Samantha

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May 16, 2018

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Alton, IL Wedding of Josh & Samantha

Josh and Samantha’s wedding is one we’ve been dying to share for a while!  A special thank you to the wedding coordinator, Cassidy Johns who helped the day flow seamlessly.   These two were married in mid April on a brisk spring day.   We began the day at Samantha’s parent’s house. Everyone was relaxed, having fun and the air is filled with anticipation and excitement for what was about to happen that day! Josh and Samantha chose their home town of Alton, IL for their church wedding ceremony.  Samantha’s wedding gift to Josh was a pendent picture of his grandparents for him to wear inside his suit jacket.  Everything from the emotions to the vows were so sweet and genuine we couldn’t help but just burst with happiness for these two!

After the ceremony it was time for the real party to start and oh what a party it was!  Josh and Samantha’s reception was held at Lewis and Clark Community College.  Melody Siddle worked with Samantha to fill the reception with amazing and beautiful decor.   This was such a fun group to work with! If we had to describe this day in any way we would say it was a big celebration of love. Everyone had the best time talking, drinking and dancing and it was incredible to see all of the love and support Josh and Samantha have in their lives. This is why we love what we do and we are so happy to have been a part of this incredible day. Congratulations Josh and Samantha!

Photo & Video: A Sweet Focus
Venue: Lewis & Clark Community College
Planner: Cassidy Johns with Event DOC
Designer: Melody Siddle
DJ: Scott Monahan (DJ Monty)
Cake: Duke Bakery
Cupcakes: Ginger Bean Bakery
Hair: Laura Harman
Makeup: Kendelle Pelot

Alton, IL Wedding

  1. Zoe says:

    The bride and groom pics are my fave! Having the dress on a form; that’s a great idea! It looks so elegant there.

  2. WOW! These images are beautiful! They are so in love and you captured it!!!

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