Kansas City Wedding Photography

James P Davis Hall | Erin & Drew

Erin is a very special friend of mine, and when she told me of her wedding plans at James P. Davis Hall I was excited beyond belief to be her photographer. You see she and I go way back, in fact Erin is an important part of my own marriage story. Lets start at the beginning…

It was years ago. I don’t really know when the first time was that I met Erin, and I am pretty sure we both met Marco at the same moment, at the Emporia State University Theater rally. This was a time when each new theater freshman stood up and said their names and other relevant information, like their favorite flavor of ice cream (Rocky Road anyone?). Marco stood up and said, “Hi, I’m Marco Polo Hernandez-Reisner” in a very sexy accent. Everyone and I mean EVERYONE knew who Marco was in that moment.

A year or so went buy, and Marco was on his 5th proposal when I finally said yes. We were dancing at a friend’s wedding. That night within the hour I had told Erin that we were engaged. She cheered me on with a beer. As we celebrated the impersonations came out. I was surprised when Erin did a spot on impersonation of me. I got a side ache from laughing so hard. Ryan, one of Erin’s best friends and bridesmaid, kept her going. I heard a handful of my friends, lots of our professors and then a finishing touch of me again. I have an inner valley girl that I am embarrassed about. She comes out when I am REALLY happy. Erin you need to do stand up.

A little less than a year later, during finals week, in the pouring rain, Erin went with Marco and I to be a witness and sign our marriage license. We didn’t have a wedding, so we fully support anyone who does, we know what we missed out on. However, Erin was heaven sent, helping two lovebirds tie the knot.

How we became their Wedding Photographers

Years later, and I mean years, like maybe 9 or 10, Marco and I were headed down to see his family in North Carolina. On our way I got a facebook message from Erin asking if we wanted to stop through and see her in Asheville. We took her up on the offer, redirected our route, and headed to the beautiful mountains. I jumped out of my car and hugged Erin tight. Within minutes it felt like we had hung out last week and were just catching up. Nothing can replace good friends, not even time.

That night we heard all about Drew. Every time Erin mentioned his name she lit up. He was the one. We finished up dinner and sat in a dive bar with bad karaoke. I was the only singer that night and I kept trying to get Erin and Marco to drink, because the more they drank the better I would sound. By the end of the night Erin and Drew had Marco and I as their wedding photographers.

James P Davis Hall set the perfect scene for this Kansas City wedding. Joy filled their wedding day, along with: laughter, two cute little girls, a reunion of friends, lots of dancing, and a groomsmen taking off his ripped pants to sign the marriage license. Erin and Drew are both professional actors, and these two are top notch performers in all of their joyful splendor. But, there is something honest about this wedding, it isn’t staged, it isn’t forced. When your world is scripted it’s important to take a break and let the wedding be your own love story. A novel that is real and genuine like the love these two share. Be who you are and the rest will fall into place.

Kansas City Wedding Venue: James P Davis Hall
Wedding Photography: Photos Edge
Wedding Dress and Shoes: Donna’s Dress Shop
Catering: Smoking Guns BBQ
Flowers: Sister, Hannah Brockway

To Erin and Drew, I hope you love your photos as much as we love you guys!!! Thank you for being such good friends.

Kansas City Wedding at Union Station

and Liberty Memorial

Kansas City Wedding Photographers | Photos Edge

She glanced out the window of the Westin hotel several times before finally letting herself relax and enjoy the view. For the most part Asona was ready to go. She had twirled in her wedding gown, laughed with her sister, and had every item perfectly in place. The flowers still in the box the florist had brought them in, matched the room. It was a sea of purple, violet, and lilac with the boldness of green. Each girl started off the day wearing a violet robe and then individualized purple raw silk dresses. Oh, to be in that room again, Asona looking at her ceremony site from the large window above, each chair perfectly in place creating a circle around the altar. It was both unique and remarkable.

Each bridal party member got out of the trolley and walked down the isle. It wasn’t until Asona got off of the trolley with her mom and dad and began walking down the grassy isle that Marco’s smile really lit up. It didn’t matter that he had seen her hours before the ceremony. This was their day, and this was the moment she would become his wife.

The ceremony was customized for Marco and Asona; they taught a lesson of sorts, with each groomsman holding a flash card. The couple then shared with their dearest friends and family some of their secrets, as to why they love each other. All the while Union Station and the Kansas City Skyline created the perfect backdrop for this one of a kind Kansas City Wedding. Their ceremony was a true union between cultures and families. As prayers were said and blessings made, both families signed the marriage decree. The couple kissed, held hands, and happily jumped the broom. As they danced back down the isle the sun shined through the buildings, evening was here and it was time to celebrate.

Union Station echoed with joy and laughter. Compliments flooded the bride and groom as they ate dinner, on how amazing everything looked and how fun their ceremony was. Each table was adorned with purple flowers like the bridal bouquet, and the head table that ran down the middle of the room was covered in moss and purple blooms, like a romantic garden with gold accents. It resembled a modern fairytale, staged to perfection by the lovely Erika and her team at Eco Posh Events.

Whispers filled the crowded room and then fell to a halt as the couple danced and danced and danced. Everyone knew that Asona and Marco had taken dance lessons for years in Chicago before moving to Kansas City. But not very many of the guests had actually seen them in action. It was a fun treat that started off celebrations from professional dancers, and speeches that brought the room to laughter. We ended the fourth of July weekend festivities with a sparkler send off. It had to be done! But as we were heading out, the lovely couple had one more request. Asona, while holding Marco’s hand said, “My brother has this idea…” I smiled and said, “I can do anything you want.” She happily ran and got her brother who shared with me the goal of this final photo. He and his other cousins, 3 of them to be exact, wanted to run around Asona and Marco with sparklers. I chimed in and said I have the perfect spot. Together at midnight on the lawn of the Liberty Memorial, Asona and Marco ended their wedding day and began a beautiful new journey.

Kansas City Wedding Professionals:

Wedding Photographers | Photos Edge
Wedding Planner | Eco Posh Events
Reception Venue | Union Station
Ceremony Site | WWI Liberty Memorial
Hotel | Westin Crown Center
Bridal Shop | Ultimate Bride (Chicago)
Dress Designer | Ramona Keveza
Florist | Eco Posh Events
Entertainment/ Lighting | Platinum Productions
Wedding Cupcake | Small Cakes
Additional Cakes | Cheesecake Factory
Cater | Pierponts
Linens/Rentals | All Seasons
Stationary | Indie Olive
Professional Dance choreographed by Tyrone Aiken
Hair Stylist | Naturally Unique Salon | 913.233.1155
Officiant | Irigonegaray & Associates
Favors | Christopher Elbow
Thank you to all of the wedding professionals who made it possible for this beautiful wedding to take place and for making our jobs enjoyable. It’s a day of my life that I will never forget. xoxo Erin & Marco

To Asona and Marco, you are wonderful and loving, generous and kind. Thank you for choosing Photos Edge to be your wedding photographers. We are truly honored and hope that we have blessed you. Be sure to show off those dance moves all the time! ~ Erin & Marco

Please enjoy this beautiful Kansas City Wedding.

Asona wore a stunning Ramona Keveza wedding gown, fully covered in pearls. Gown was purchased at a truck show at Ultimate Bride in (Chicago).

The view from the Weston hotel of the Liberty Memorial lawn, where Asona and Marco will say “I Do”

I love the time documented in this photo. At 6:30 the ceremony will begin. Thank you to the seriously talented Erica at Eco Posh Events for the coordination of this wedding.

What a background! Asona and Marco really embraced Kansas City. This photo is a prime reason why Marco and I work as a husband and wife team. I was able to get some really artistic shots for the couple while Marco captured the more traditional shots. Lets face it, they are both important. We don’t want you to miss anything!

The details on her dress inspired the wedding cup cake.

Reminds me of Grace Kelly and Fred Astaire, I think this image really captures the way their dancing felt.

Performance was choreographed by Tyrone Aiken, Executive Director of the Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey. This was Tyrone’s wedding present to Asona and Marco.