I look a trip down to Nashville for my cousins wedding recently. My family’s from Nashville so I have a some southern soul in me ;). It’s always a treat to go down there being that my Mom had 12 brothers and sisters, so I have A LOT of first cousins as well as nieces and nephews I absolutely adore. Every trip I take down there always feels too short (as many of them are only a few days) but being down there always “regrounds” me. The generosity of the south never goes unnoticed and that’s something I always take back with me.

Anyways! Onto the wedding. My cousin Jonathan married his beautiful wife Cortney who has been around for years. She has always been family even without the ring. I couldn’t have been more honored to do her makeup for her very special day.

Cortney looked absolutely flawless despite the day being SO SO HOT! Good lord it was a sauna outside. Patting down the sweat and touch ups – I honestly enjoyed every moment of it! To be a part of not only making someone look even more beautiful than they already are, but making them feel even more beautiful is such a rewarding feeling- especially when they’re someone so near and dear to you.

To my dearest John and Cortney, I love you two with all of my heart, and so happy and proud of the both of you. All of the work with the wedding, on top of having to move out and buy a house in the mist of the chaos! Welcome to the family Cortney~ <3

-A big thanks to Brooke Kelly Photography for capturing their day beautifully!