A Val Vista Lakes Wedding by Gilbert Wedding Photographers Ryan & Denise

To say we were anxious for Sam & Dustin’s wedding day to arrive is an understatement! There’s nothing better than having the chance to capture a long time friend as their long awaited wedding dreams come true! Ryan & Sam have been friends for years – way back from the days they were both working retail together many moons ago. She would tell Ryan stories about her wonderful boyfriend Dustin and he’d tell her all about our thriving wedding photography business. All the while hoping that some time down the road she’d be the beautiful bride standing in front of our cameras. The day we got her email telling us that Dustin had  popped the question, we couldn’t have been more thrilled!

These two lovebirds have had a long and lasting love story, the kind that reminds you how special it is when life pairs together two people who are meant for each other. They make each other laugh and compliment each other in ways that can’t be explained in any combination of words. Seeing these two gazing at each other makes your heart grow a little bigger. Their wedding day was so fun and special and we’re so grateful to have been able to not only be a part of it, but to capture every amazing moment as it happened. From Dustin’s huge smile when he saw his beautiful bride for the first time, to the delighted gasps and cheers of the guests when Sam walked into the reception in a surprise SECOND wedding dress. And last but not least, to the joyful tears when Dustin’s parents showed up with a fun little surprise for the newlyweds a few hours into their reception – their sweet fur-babies made a guest appearance for some snuggles and a photo op! LOVE! It truly was the “Best Day Ever!” and we’re so excited to share some of our favorite images with all of you today!

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Check out more highlights from Sam & Dustin’s special day in the slideshow below!

Thank you to the team of vendors who helped make Sam & Dustin’s Val Vista Lakes Wedding so special!

Bride’s Gown: Brilliant Bridal
Bride’s Makeup: Make Up by Natalie
Bride’s Hair:  Salon LuLu
Cake Artist: Sassy’s Cafe
Catering: Moreno’s Mexican
DJ: DJ Flo Entertainment
Florist: Fred’s Flowers
Photography: Ryan & Denise Photography
Venue: Val Vista Lakes
Videography: Tyars Media