Some love stories have been growing for a long time before we ever get to photograph them. Blake and Ashlynn’s began as high school sweethearts, and I’ve had the joy of knowing them since those days. Ashlynn has always been especially close to my heart, which made being there to document this chapter of their story all the more meaningful.



When Ashlynn told me she had envisioned a fall wedding in copper and navy, I knew it was going to be beautiful—but I never could have imagined just how perfectly it would all come together.

Navy blue wedding flat lay with velvet ring box, diamond rings, perfume bottle, floral invitation, bow tie, and autumn leaves.
Elegant wedding flat lay with navy blue backdrop, black invitation suite, white roses, bridal heels, perfume, and save the date card.
White bridal flats with bow detail rest on blue background beside ivory and rust roses, greenery, and a diamond engagement ring.
Elegant navy blue wedding invitation for Ashlynn Taylor and Blake Soter surrounded by pearl jewelry, rings, and blush roses.
Bridal bouquet with white and orange flowers resting on geometric patterned staircase steps with a flowing veil.
Wedding rings displayed in a blue velvet hexagon ring box on an ornate wooden tray surrounded by white and blush florals.
Elegant wedding reception table with navy blue linen, blush pink napkins, gold chargers, crystal glasses, and floral centerpiece.
Spacious modern wedding venue with navy blue round tables, white chiavari chairs, and large floor-to-ceiling windows.
Elegant four-tier white wedding cake adorned with blush, orange, and white florals, surrounded by lush floral arrangements on a blue table.
Elegant wedding reception hall with navy blue tablecloths, white chairs, floral arrangements, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
White reception desk with blue floral panels, topped with a colorful flower arrangement, wicker basket, and signage near a staircase.
Navy blue wedding table with tall crystal candelabra centerpiece, blush napkins, gold chargers, and table number 15.
Elegant wedding reception with navy blue tablecloths, blush pink napkins, white chiavari chairs, and gold pendant lights in a bright venue.
Elegant wedding reception hall with navy blue tablecloths, white chiavari chairs, floral centerpieces, and large windows with natural light.
Navy blue wedding koozies reading Cheers Forever Ashlynn and Blake beside a floral arrangement of roses and autumn leaves.

A cool, rainy Ozark fall arrived just in time for their wedding day, bringing with it some of the most breathtaking color the season had to offer. Golden leaves covered the landscape, copper details warmed every corner, and the florals from Samantha’s Garden were nothing short of incredible.


At Osage House Chapel, the changing trees framed Blake and Ashlynn as they promised forever to one another. From there, we made our way up the hill to celebrate with the people who have loved them through every season of their story.

A bride in a white gown holds a colorful bouquet during an emotional first look with a man in a navy suit outdoors.
Four bridesmaids in rust-orange satin gowns laughing and holding floral bouquets outside a modern building.
Bride and groom share a tender first look moment outdoors, as a woman in navy looks on, bride holding a colorful bouquet.
Bride and groom exchange vows at altar with wooden cross and floral arrangements in sunlit wedding chapel.
Bride in white gown holding floral bouquet smiles at groom in navy suit during wedding first look in chapel.
Bride and groom stand at the altar of a stunning glass chapel with soaring ceilings and floral arrangements.
Groom in navy suit adjusts bride's white wedding dress train indoors, showcasing elegant bridal gown details.
Bride and groom share an intimate moment at altar, surrounded by lush floral arrangements in a sunlit chapel.
Smiling bride in white gown holds colorful bouquet facing groom in navy suit at bright windowed ceremony.
Bridesmaids in golden satin dresses holding elegant fall wedding bouquets with white anemones and roses.
Bride in white gown laughs with bridesmaids in rust satin dresses holding floral bouquets.
Bride in white gown poses with four bridesmaids in copper satin dresses holding bouquets.
Dapper groom in navy blue suit adjusts jacket button outdoors before wedding ceremony.
Five groomsmen in navy blue suits with brown ties and boutonnieres posing in front of a modern building.
Groom and groomsmen in navy blue suits with boutonnieres pose outside wedding venue.

There was something so fitting about their day being surrounded by all that autumn beauty—the changing leaves, the crisp air, the warmth of their celebration—because their love carries that same sense of history. It is a love that has grown, deepened, and endured through the years.

Sweet, steady, and everlasting.

Wedding welcome sign for Ashlynn and Blake on November 8, 2025, adorned with floral arrangements.
A rustic wooden cross adorned with white, orange, and blue floral arrangements in a sunlit chapel with large windows.
A bright white chapel wedding aisle with a blue runner, white pews, and lush floral arrangements leading to a wooden cross.
Blue aisle runner with elegant monogram letter S, adorned with white and blue floral arrangements at a wedding ceremony.
Elegant wedding chapel aisle with navy runner, monogram, white floral arrangements, and wooden cross.
Three white candles in crystal glass holders casting shadows on a blue tablecloth near a sunlit window.
Groom in navy blue suit standing at wedding altar with floral arrangements and groomsmen in background.
Bride in white gown walks down blue aisle with escort holding red and white bouquet at indoor wedding ceremony.
Bride and groom share first kiss at altar with wooden cross and elegant floral arrangements in a sunlit chapel.
Bride and groom raise hands in joy walking down aisle in sunlit chapel with floral arrangements and guests.
Groom dips bride for a kiss at wedding ceremony altar in a modern chapel with large windows and floral arrangements.
Smiling bride and groom in blue suit show off wedding rings at elegant venue with glass greenhouse backdrop.
White bow heels by Lulus beside a bridal bouquet of orange, white, and blue flowers on a striped chair.
Groom in navy blue suit with boutonniere poses confidently beside a pool table in an elegant venue.
Bridal bouquet with white, blush, and orange blooms resting on a wooden billiard table beside satin heels.

A love story rooted in home.

Rooted in the seasons that brought them here.

And rooted in a love that has been growing since the very beginning.