Smiling bride in a white gown holds hands with a groom in a gray suit while walking across a green lawn near tall trees.

Maggie and Foster’s wedding day on May 30, 2026, was a beautiful celebration of love in Birmingham, Alabama! From their church ceremony at First Baptist Church of Birmingham to their romantic reception at The Barn at Shady Lane, every part of their day was filled with so much joy!

Four-tier white buttercream wedding cake with a monogram letter J and bride and groom topper on a silver stand.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit share a kiss beside a peaceful pond with trees in the background.
Slice of layered wedding cake on a white plate beside a white rose boutonniere, a personalized koozie, and a monogrammed napkin with lime.

Before the Ceremony


As guests began arriving at First Baptist Church of Birmingham, the beautiful sounds of a live organ filled the sanctuary, setting the tone for Maggie and Foster’s ceremony. Family and friends mingled and greeted one another as anticipation built for the celebration ahead. The timeless beauty of the church, paired with the music and excitement of loved ones gathering, created such a meaningful atmosphere as everyone prepared to witness Maggie and Foster become husband and wife!

A man in a gray suit and a woman in a navy dress walk arm in arm down the aisle of a bright church sanctuary past wooden pews.
Congregation members seated in wooden church pews during a service, with an elderly man and a woman in a floral top in the foreground.
Ornate arched stained glass windows in pink, gold and blue glow above white walls beside a brass chandelier with candle-style lights.
Smiling older woman in a light blue jacket turns to look back from a wooden church pew near hymnals and a stained glass window.
A man in a dark suit sits with a woman and child in a wooden church pew with white carved ends, facing a flower-adorned altar.
Smiling woman in a church pew turns to chat with a man beside her, with a stained glass window and congregation behind them.
Congregation seated in wooden church pews facing the front of a bright sanctuary with tall windows during a worship service.
Organist plays a pipe organ beside a white floral arrangement as a congregation sits in wooden pews in a bright church sanctuary.
Congregation seated in wooden pews inside a church sanctuary with large arched stained glass windows and an American flag in the corner.

The Ceremony


Maggie and Foster’s ceremony at First Baptist Church of Birmingham was such a beautiful celebration of their love and commitment to one another. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, the two exchanged vows and began their life together as husband and wife.

A groom in a gray suit walks arm in arm with a smiling woman in a blue lace dress holding a small white bouquet.
Smiling groomsman in a gray suit escorts an older woman in a teal dress down the aisle at a wedding ceremony.
An elderly woman in a teal dress is escorted down the church aisle by a man in a gray suit during a wedding ceremony.
Older couple in formal attire walk down the aisle of a church past wooden pews during a wedding ceremony.
A man in a black suit and a woman in a navy floral one-shoulder gown walk arm in arm down a church aisle, she holding a small bouquet.
A smiling man in glasses and a gray suit stands arm in arm with a woman in a navy floral gown holding a small bouquet.
Black and white photo of a groom in a suit waiting at the front of a church as guests sit in the pews during a wedding ceremony.
Groomsman in a gray suit links arms with a smiling bridesmaid in a blue gown holding a white floral bouquet.
Groomsman in a gray suit walks down the church aisle arm in arm with two bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses during a wedding processional.
Wedding guests stand in church pews as bridesmaids in blue dresses line the front during the ceremony.
Black and white photo of wedding guests standing in church pews while the bridal party waits at the front of the sanctuary.
Black and white wedding photo of a smiling bearded groomsman in a suit beside an older man while bridesmaids hold bouquets on the steps.
Bride in a long veil faces the groom at the altar as bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses hold bouquets and one adjusts her train.
Black and white photo of a bridesmaid adjusting the bride's long veil and train at the altar as the ceremony begins.
Bride in a white gown faces groom at the altar with bridesmaids in dusty blue and groomsmen in gray beneath a stained glass window.
Bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits line the altar steps during a wedding ceremony in a bright church.
Bride and groom exchange vows at the church altar as bridesmaids in light blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits stand beside them.
Bride and groom exchange vows at a church altar as bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits stand beside them.
Bride and groom exchange vows at a church altar while an officiant, bridesmaids in blue, and groomsmen in gray suits look on.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom holding hands at the altar before a wooden cross as the wedding party looks on.
Bride and groom hold hands during their vows as bridesmaids and groomsmen look on in a bright church sanctuary.
Bride and groom exchange vows at the altar of a bright church as bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits look on.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony with a bride and groom at the altar, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen in a church.
A bride and groom exchange vows at the church altar as bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits look on.
Bride and groom exchange vows at a church altar as bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits look on.
Overhead view of a wedding ceremony with bridal party lined up beside the couple on a church platform with wooden floors.
Bride and groom exchange vows at the church altar as bridesmaids in blue dresses and groomsmen in gray suits stand on either side.
Newlyweds descend the altar steps as groomsmen and the officiant applaud after the wedding ceremony in a bright church sanctuary.
Wedding party smiles and claps as the bride and groom stand at the church altar with a wooden cross behind them.
Black and white wedding ceremony with bridesmaids and groomsmen lining the altar steps as the couple kneels before a cross in a church.
Smiling couple in formal wedding attire, a man in a black suit with a white boutonniere and a woman in a blue gown holding white flowers.
Bride in white gown embraces a woman in a blue floral dress during a wedding ceremony as the groom and an older man look on.

Reception Details


At The Barn at Shady Lane, I captured the beautiful details that made Maggie and Foster’s reception so special. Elegant floral arrangements and glowing candles adorned each table, creating such a romantic and inviting atmosphere. Their classic four-tier wedding cake was a stunning focal point, featuring an elegant “S” for Snow piped onto the cake. Every detail came together so beautifully, creating a timeless setting for their celebration!

White ranunculus and delicate blooms in clear bud vases beside lit taper candles in glass holders on a wedding reception table.
Four-tier white buttercream wedding cake with a monogram letter J and bride and groom topper on a silver stand.
Dessert table with a white tablecloth, glass candy jars, brownies, cookies and a framed sign against a white shiplap wall.
Decorated sugar cookies with hand-painted nautical and pirate designs displayed on a silver platter beside glass candy jars.
Silver tray of decorated sugar cookies with blue monogram icing, a heart cookie, and red and white Florida State themed treats.
Delicate pale pink ranunculus in a small glass bud vase beside a lit white taper candle on a softly lit wedding table.
Elegant banquet hall with long wooden dining tables, dark chairs, candles, and greenery centerpieces set for a wedding reception.
DJ setup with four black speakers on stands and a white-draped table with white floral arrangement in front of a wall of twinkling string li
Round wedding reception table with white linen, mahogany chiavari chairs, and simple floral centerpieces with tall candles.
Rustic wedding venue interior with a round table set with white linens and chiavari chairs beside glass French doors and wooden beams.
Rustic beverage station with glass drink dispensers, a metal ice tub and cups on a white tablecloth beside slatted wood walls.
Rustic white distressed buffet with a large silver pot, drink glasses and floral garland beneath string lights and shuttered windows.
Welcome table with a lush white floral arrangement, a margarita signature drink sign, and folded navy-and-white wedding koozies.
White personalized wedding koozies printed with The Snows and the date, stacked on a marble table beside a framed cocktail sign.
Frosted plastic cups filled with lemonade and printed with blue monogram designs sit on a counter beside a pitcher at a party.
Rustic wedding reception venue with wood beam ceiling, chandeliers, greenery garlands, and dining tables set with guests mingling.
Rustic barn wedding venue with exposed wood beams, a crystal chandelier, string lights and long farm tables set with greenery.
Lit white taper candles in glass cylinder holders beside pink ranunculus and white lisianthus in small vases on a white tablecloth.
Framed candy bar sign titled Foster's Favorites listing jellybeans, Milky Way, Whoppers, cookies, and brownie bites at a wedding.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom figurine kissing atop a two-tier wedding cake with textured white buttercream frosting.
Champagne bottle chilling in a silver ice bucket beside two pewter goblets on a rustic wooden table, ready for a celebratory toast.

The Reception


As guests arrived at The Barn at Shady Lane, they began finding their seats, enjoying dinner, and settling in for an evening of celebration. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as everyone eagerly awaited the newlyweds' arrival. Maggie and Foster made their grand entrance to the cheers of their family and friends, officially kicking off a beautiful evening of celebrating the new Mr. and Mrs. Snow!

Two guests toast with personalized wedding cups and a custom can koozie dated 05.30.20, one in a black dress and one in a green dress.
Wedding guests in formal attire walk along a paved path past green hedges, with parked cars and tall trees in the background.
A smiling young woman in a long light blue gown holds a white bouquet beside a boy in sunglasses and a blue shirt on a stone path.
Guests in summer dresses walk along a stone path through a green lawn toward a gathering, with parked cars and trees behind.
Wedding guests mingle in a rustic barn venue with a chandelier, wood beams, and candlelit tables set for a reception.
Wedding guests in light gray suits serve themselves from chafing dishes of fried chicken at a buffet beside white floral centerpieces.
Hand holding a white square plate of sliced roast beef, roasted potatoes, green beans, fresh salad and a golden roll.
Man in a gray suit holds a beer can in a personalized white koozie reading The Snows with the wedding date 05.30.26.
Two women in pink and coral gowns chat with a man in a dark suit at a rustic wedding reception beside draped cocktail tables.
Black and white photo of a smiling man with a mustache in a suit and tie applauding at a wedding reception table with guests behind him.
Smiling bride in a V-neck ball gown holds hands with her bearded groom in a suit as they enter their wedding reception.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit with boutonniere celebrate while guests cheer and high-five at a candlelit wedding reception.
A bearded man in a white dress shirt claps during a candlelit wedding reception while guests sit blurred in the background.

First Dances


Following their grand entrance, Maggie and Foster shared their first dance as husband and wife. It was such a sweet moment! Maggie then shared a special dance with her dad, followed by Foster and his mom.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom standing before wedding guests in a reception hall with string lights and speakers.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit share a first dance in a rustic venue with string lights and a DJ nearby.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit share a first dance at a wedding reception with string lights and white floral arrangements.
Black and white photo of a bride in a lace-back gown sharing a first dance with her groom in a gray suit at a wedding reception.
A bride in a white lace wedding gown and a groom in a gray suit share a slow dance in a bright reception venue.
Smiling bride in a white lace gown shares a first dance with her groom in a gray suit at a rustic venue with string lights.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit share a first dance at an indoor wedding reception while guests look on.
Black and white photo of a bride in a lace gown twirling during her first dance with the groom at a wedding reception.
Bride in a lace-back wedding gown shares a first dance with her groom in a gray suit as guests watch at a rustic reception venue.
A woman in a black dress claps beside a draped table as wedding guests applaud under warm string lights and speakers.
Bride in a white ballgown dances with a man in a black suit as wedding guests watch near a table in a string-lit reception hall.
A smiling bride in a white gown dances with a man in a dark suit while wedding guests watch beside string lights.
Bride and a man in a black suit share a formal dance while wedding guests look on in a warmly lit venue with exposed wooden beams.
Bride in a lace-back white gown dances with a smiling man in glasses and a black suit as guests applaud in a string-lit reception space.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a slow dance at a wedding reception, with string lights, speakers, and guests in the background.
A bearded groom in a gray suit dances with a woman in a navy floral gown at a wedding reception under string lights.
A man in a gray suit and a woman in a navy floral gown share a slow dance at a wedding reception under string lights.
A groom in a light gray suit shares a tender embrace with a woman in a navy brocade dress on the dance floor at a reception.
A woman in a navy sequined dress embraces a man in a gray suit during an emotional wedding dance, with string lights glowing behind them.
Black and white photo of a woman in a lace gown embracing a bearded man in a suit on a wedding dance floor with a DJ behind.

Cake Cutting


Immediately following their first dances, Maggie and Foster made their way over to their beautiful four-tier wedding cake for the cake cutting!

Bride and groom in a gray suit smile as they cut a white tiered wedding cake topped with a figurine, with white flowers in the foreground.
Smiling bride and groom in a gray suit cutting their white tiered wedding cake with a topper beside a bouquet of white flowers.
Bride and groom feed each other wedding cake beside a white tiered cake with a topper, with white flowers in the foreground.
Smiling bride and groom stand behind a white four-tier wedding cake with a topper, as the groom holds a champagne bottle at the reception.
Groom in gray suit pours champagne into silver goblets while smiling bride in white wedding dress watches beside a tiered wedding cake.
Groom in a gray suit pours champagne into silver goblets while the bride in a white gown holds a glass during their wedding toast.
Bride and groom share a champagne toast beside a white tiered wedding cake topped with a figurine couple.
Laughing bride and groom clink glasses during a wedding toast next to a white tiered cake and champagne bottle.
Bride and groom share a champagne toast beside a white tiered wedding cake topped with a couple figurine.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom kissing while holding two silver goblets during their wedding ceremony.
Smiling bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit with a white boutonniere hold silver goblets at their wedding reception.

Sunset Photos


As the sun began to set, we snuck Maggie and Foster away from their reception for a few romantic portraits by the pond just outside The Barn at Shady Lane. The soft evening light created such a dreamy setting for these two to soak in a few quiet moments together as newlyweds. I always love carving out some time for sunset portraits!

Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit share a kiss beside a peaceful pond at their outdoor wedding.
Smiling bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit embrace outdoors in front of a peaceful pond and green trees.
Smiling bride and groom in a gray suit hold hands on the grass in front of a pond with a fountain.
Laughing bride in a V-neck wedding gown holds hands with her bearded groom in a gray suit beside a pond.
Smiling bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit embrace in a close wedding portrait on a grassy lawn with evergreen trees behind.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit with a boutonniere smile at each other beside a pond at their wedding.
Black and white close-up of a bearded groom touching foreheads with his bride in a tender wedding portrait.
Bride and groom share a kiss on a grassy bank beside a pond with tall pine trees behind them.
Bride leans her head on the groom's shoulder as the couple holds hands by a pond with a fountain.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit embrace beside a calm pond with tall evergreen trees in the background.
Bride laughs and holds her wedding gown while walking hand in hand with the groom across a green lawn near tall trees.
Groom in a gray suit kisses his smiling bride in a white wedding dress on the forehead as they embrace by a lake.
A bride in a white gown and a groom in a gray suit embrace closely while standing on a grassy lawn near a pond.
Smiling bride and groom in a gray suit share a joyful moment beside a pond with a fountain on their wedding day.
Bride in a flowing white gown and groom in a gray suit hold hands while walking across a grassy lawn near tall evergreen trees.
Bride and groom walk hand in hand across a grassy lawn toward a rustic wedding venue lined with tall trees.
Bride and groom walk hand in hand across a lawn toward a rustic wooden wedding venue surrounded by trees.

The Dance Floor


Maggie and Foster’s dance floor was full of energy all night long! Their guests certainly knew how to celebrate, and the foam glow sticks were an absolute hit. From the colorful lights to everyone dancing the night away, the atmosphere was so much fun to capture. It was such a joy documenting all of the laughter, excitement, and unforgettable moments as their family and friends celebrated the newlyweds!

Black and white photo of a bride in a lace-back wedding gown raising hands with a guest while dancing at a reception.
A bride in a white gown laughs while dancing with a guest in a green patterned dress at a wedding reception with string lights.
Black and white photo of guests raising hands in a toast, holding cans and cups in koozies at a festive celebration.
Guests dance joyfully at an indoor wedding reception, including a smiling person in glasses, a white shirt and navy shorts.
Wedding guests in dress shirts and suits dance and celebrate together in a bright rustic reception hall with string lights and wooden beams.
Guests dance and cheer at a lively wedding reception with glowing string lights, speakers, and festive white glow accessories.
Man in glasses holds up a smartphone to record a wedding reception as guests in formal attire dance in the background, in black and white.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss at an indoor wedding reception under string lights.
Guests at a celebration raise their arms high while holding glowing light sticks, with a blurred dance floor in the background.
Wedding guests in formal dresses dance and hold glow sticks at an indoor reception with string lights and speakers.
Wedding guests raise their arms and glow sticks in the air while dancing at a reception lit by string lights in a rustic venue.
Black and white photo of a bride in a lace button-back wedding gown with a low updo embracing her partner during a reception dance.
Wedding guests dance with raised glow sticks beneath string lights and wooden beams at a lively indoor reception.
Smiling young boy lifted above a cheering crowd at an indoor celebration with string lights and raised hands in black and white.
Smiling bride in a white lace wedding gown and glowing LED necklace dances with guests at a lively evening reception.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a close, tender slow dance embrace at a wedding reception while guests dance behind them.
Smiling bride in a white dress and floral lei dances among cheering wedding guests on the reception dance floor.
A smiling guest laughs with a bride in a lace wedding gown on the dance floor under warm string lights.
Smiling young couple in light blue formal attire embrace and pose together in front of a dark wooden door at an event.
Black and white portrait of a mustached man in sunglasses framing his eye with his fingers at a festive party.
Two women in formal dresses dance joyfully with raised arms at a wedding reception while a guest holds a long white veil nearby.
Black and white photo of a bearded groom in a gray suit and floral lei embracing his bride in a lace wedding dress while dancing.

Grand Exit


To close out their beautiful wedding day, Maggie and Foster shared one final celebration with their family and friends before making their grand exit! The newlyweds drove off in Maggie’s dad’s BMW, which made their getaway even more special and personal. It was the sweetest ending to a day filled with so much love, joy, and unforgettable memories. What an honor it was to capture the beginning of the new Mr. and Mrs. Snow’s marriage!

Bride in a white gown and groom in a gray suit kiss while sitting on the back of a black convertible at a nighttime wedding.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom waving from a convertible at night, with trees draped in twinkling string lights behind them.

Vendor Credits


Photographed by Anna Katherine Photography, Second Shooting for Rebekah Walker Photography