Heavy Rain on the Wedding Day Solved by Next Day Sunrise Shoot!

When Amy Mulder Photography realized the 100% chance of rain forecast would prevent the gorgeous couple from getting the creamy film wedding photos they were so excited for - she came up with a genius plan! She proposed they stay the night and take photos at sunrise the next morning in their wedding day attire (talk about a dream wedding photographer), and the results were better than they ever could have imagined. Head on over to the full gallery to see every mesmerizing portrait, with steamy rolling hills as their romantic, storybook-worthy setting.
From Amy Mulder Photography... From the first contact with Amanda over email, I knew I would love her. When we skyped with them we were so excited to have them become an AMP couple! They cared so much about their photos, that was one thing that was always very clear, and we loved hearing it!! Film photography was something that was important to them, as they loved the aesthetic of it. (Which I completely agree with!!) :)
They were so excited to not just have a wedding, but to have a marriage. Their day was about celebrating with those they loved. When we arrived at their venue it was raining, and had 100% chance of rain for the rest of the day! Their venue was so beautiful and with the colorful trees, it would have been so amazing for outside portraits. Knowing how much their portraits meant to them, and how much Amanda loved the film images, we knew we needed to make them happen. We shared an idea with Ryan when we first arrived. After our scheduled portrait time with them, we proposed our idea of staying the night and doing a sunrise shoot the following morning when the sun was going to be out. The relief that was seen on her face was worth it. 
There was not a cloud in the sky that next morning. There was, however, steam rising up from the ground and steam rolling off the trees. And it was magical! Even though the conditions were not ideal, it did not keep them from enjoying each other and savoring every moment. Their friends and family were amazing at making their entire day together a party! The excitement and joy for Ryan and Amanda radiated from every single person there. It was easy to see the genuineness of every one we encountered. It was an incredible day to be a part of.
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Photography: Amy Mulder Photography | Floral Design: Flourish with CID | Wedding Dress: David's Bridal | Invitations: Minted Weddings | Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Jewelry: In Style Boutique | Groom's Attire: Men's Warehouse | Ceremony + Reception: Illini Country Club | Makeup: Ayeisha King