Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
One of the biggest honors we have is to photography the weddings of people who are passionate about photography. Brian Wilson is one of those people, so we were thrilled to photograph his wedding to Rachel Jacks.
We were also tickled to go back to the always beautiful Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church for our second wedding there in just a few months. Wedding director Sue Ann Oakes, of AVPC, always takes good care of us and makes sure everything runs smoothly. Having a team of wedding professionals who know each other is an added bonus on such a special day. Wedding videographer/filmmaker Paul Bryant of Kinora Films manned the Super 8 film camera. We’ve gotten to know Paul, one of Brian’s good friends, in the last few months and it was really fun to be part of a team together. And the stunning orange and green florals were by Carolyn Crowe of The Pink Pear.
The gorgeous, yummy cakes were from Edgar’s Bakery and the wonderful food was from Creative Catering by Shirlee, both great Birmingham wedding vendors. The mini wheat pita sandwiches with grilled chicken and sprouts and the quesadillas were my favorites!
After the reception, Rachel, Brian, Paul, Daniel and I all headed to a nearby field for an wedding photography after-session. Paul had the idea to go up on the hill and the results speak for themselves. Just gorgeous.
We wish Brian and Rachel a lifetime of happiness. Thanks so much for entrusting your wedding memories to us!
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
Brian and Rachel's wedding, Altadena Valley Presbyterian Church wedding, Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography
A little of the back story: Brian and Daniel became friends at Daniel’s second home, Primavera coffee, in Cahaba Heights, where Brian is an amazing roaster and latte maker. If my husband goes missing, that’s where he is.
Brian and Rachel’s reception featured an art gallery theme with a very popular espresso bar. Brian even took a few minutes to make Rachel her first coffee as a married woman, complete with a foam heart!
