Beautiful Wildcat Wedding in Manhattan , Kansas | Professional Topeka Photographer Stacey Zoll Photography

Hello, hello! I wanted to share just a few photos from this recent wedding held at St. Isidore Catholic Church, right across the street from the Kansas State University Alumni Center, in Manhattan, Kansas.  The couple, originally high school classmates, had led separate lives after high school, only to be reconnected when they ran into one another at Target.  They are so fun and full of love for one another; it was a wonderful day hanging out with them and their friends and families.

The day began at Hair Experts in Manhattan for the women as they drank mimosas in personalized robes out of their personalized wine glasses, while getting their hair and makeup done.  They all looked beautiful!  The weather was overcast and gorgeous, which was a HUGE blessing for an August wedding!  The couple did a First Look prior to the ceremony in the gardens outside, followed by family and wedding party photos.  The wedding colors were, of course, shades of purple, including the Kansas State purple.

Their wedding ceremony was a traditional Catholic mass and included a family unity sand ceremony where the Bride's (and now Groom's!) three children, and their baby son, poured shades of purple sand in a Family sand decoration.  After the ceremony, the Bridal Party was escorted around town in the MHK Trolley for some Bridal photos, and stopped at Kite's Bar for a celebratory shot.  From there, we headed back to the Wareham Opera House, where the Bridal Party made their grand entrance.  Once they were onstage, a special guest, Willie the Wildcat, made his own grand entrance, of course to be followed by the Wabash Cannonball and photos with the guests.  A bit later, the Maids of Honor and Best Men, Father of the Bride, and Groom shared heartfelt, hilarious, speeches that had many people laughing and crying at the same time.  It was very touching and I am sure holds many dear memories for the couple.

Lyndsey & Logan, it was an honor to share in your commitment to one another and to the Lord.  I pray that your kids will learn the meaning of true love and a Christ-centered marriage through your love and adoration for Jesus and one another.  Thank you for letting me be a part of your day, and may your family be blessed always.

Stacey Zoll is a professional photographer based in Topeka, Kansas that also serves Manhattan, Lawrence and other areas surrounding Topeka.  Wedding service areas include Topeka, Lawrence, Kansas City, Wichita, and other surrounding areas.  SZP  offers portrait services for Glamour / Boudoir, Engagement, Wedding, Maternity, Cake Smash, Seniors & Teens, Family and more!  For more information about SZP or to contact me to schedule your own session, please visit my website below! God Bless!

Images included on blog are a lower quality than what the client actually receives.

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A Kansas State Wedding at the Bluemont Hotel | Manhattan, KS Wedding Photographer

A KSU Willie the Wildcat Wedding Surprise!

I am SO lucky to have been the photographer at this particular wedding.  It was one of the most emotional, sentimental ceremonies I have had the pleasure of photographing.  The Bride, a Kansas State University alumni and the Groom were so smitten with one another.  This was a second wedding for both of them.  The Groom had a crush on the Bride in High School but never told her.  They grew up, went their separate ways, and crossed paths again decades later.

The Bride & Groom did not see one another prior to the ceremony and the look on the Groom's face when he saw her was perfect! The Bride's mother conducted the ceremony beautifully, and the music was provided by friends and family of the couple, including a violinist, pianist, and two lovely singers.  Vows were exchanged not only between the Bride & Groom, but also the Groom's two wonderful children and the Bride.  You could see the love and respect in the eyes of the Bride & the children as they promised to be a family, and of course a happy husband and father to know that the bond between all of them was so strong.  It was a tear-jerker for sure, and such an awesome moment to capture on camera.

The entire day took place at the gorgeous Bluemont Hotel in Manhattan, Kansas.  It was quite chilly outside so everyone spent the day indoors enjoying good company.  The women got ready in the beautiful King Suite and the gentlemen were in another room.  The wedding and reception both took place on the event floor, and the wedding color was KSU purple.  The guests enjoyed mini cupcakes from the yummy & talented 4Cakes Bakery in Manhattan.  The reception was a ton of fun; everyone was dancing and laughing and having a wonderful time.  To top it off, the Groom surprised the Bride with special guest, Kansas State University mascot Willie the Wildcat.  It was SO much fun and I absolutely LOVE the progression of photos from that moment.  I hope you enjoy looking through these as much as I did taking them!

If you would like more information regarding SZP Weddings, please contact me at info@staceyzphotography.com or visit my website at http://staceyzollphotography.zenfolio.com/weddings !

Stacey Zoll is a photographer based in Manhattan, Kansas that serves the surrounding areas of the Flint Hills, including Fort Riley, Junction City, Wamego, Saint George, Kansas City, Salina, and other surrounding areas!  Wedding service areas include Kansas City, Topeka, Wichita, Salina, Abilene, and other areas of Northeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri.  SZP  offers services for Glamour / Boudoir, Engagement, Wedding, Maternity, Newborn, Cake Smash, Seniors & Teens, Family and more!

Images included on blog are a lower quality than what the client actually receives.

©Stacey Zoll Photography - http://staceyzollphotography.zenfolio.com/ - info@staceyzphotography.com