Andrea and Shawn’s wedding officially kicks of the fall wedding season for me! After a little end-of-summer break, I was ready to get back into the swing of things! Their big day was one of the smoothest and calm wedding days I’ve ever experienced! Andrea was as cool as a cucumber and everything went smoothly! Their wedding was at the Virginia Beach Boardwalk the same weekend as the Neptune Festival, but that didn’t slow us down one bit! And the weather couldn’t have been more perfect! It was so relaxing to have the balcony doors open in the hotel room while the girls were getting ready and have the cool salty breeze blowing in.
Andrea and Shawn are such a sweet couple and I have so been looking forward to their wedding! These two met at a medical clinic in Dam Neck, Andrea was the instructor for a class he was taking. Six months later, they caught back up with each other and had an instant connection. Then while at a Christmas Party with friends, Shawn proposed through a rigged White Elephant gift exchange. He had set it up so that Andrea would be the last one to pick a gift. She was pleasantly surprised to find an engagement ring in the present she picked!
I had such a great time capturing Andrea and Shawn’s sweet wedding day! You can really see how happy they are together and how excited they are to be entering this new stage of life together! Wish you guys all the best!! :) :) XOXO
One of Shawn’s family members surprised them with writing their name in the sand just outside their balcony! What an awesome idea!
Time for a first look!! :)
How do I look, babe?? ;)
This was the ONE shot that Andrea wanted to make sure we got. Such a cute idea! This was a fun group!
The flower girl may not have made it down the aisle, but she made a precious entrance into the reception!
This shot was kind of on accident, but I love this sweet moment as Shawn escorts his mom to the dance floor.
The best man’s speech was one of funniest and longest that I’ve ever heard!
Ah! So cute!!
This kid. He literally danced ALL. NIGHT. LONG. I’m convinced he is the energizer bunny!
Nap time!
Shawn’s family surprised them with a gift at the reception. He mentioned that their family is the only existing Bockness family in America.
Even when all the adults take a break to refill their drinks, this kid is still going!!
Congrats to the new Mr. and Mrs. Bockness! Never stop dancing, you two! :)
Vendors
Venue | Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel
Dress | Galina from David’s Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses | David’s Bridal
Tuxes | Joseph A Banks
Invitations | Wedding Paper Divas
Cake | Nothing Better Than Cake