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A Quaint Birmingham, Al Elopement | Rachel + Danny

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To Rachel + Danny, life is a whimsical and beautiful adventure.  So, when Danny was contacted by a church in Washington State, (alllllllllllll the way across the country), and invited to be their worship Pastor, he jumped at the opportunity!  But, he couldn’t venture into this new stage of life without the love of his life, Rachel.  After much prayer, these two made the decision to tie the knot and make the move!  With little time, and great intentionality, they eloped atop a mountain with a view that overlooked Birmingham, Alabama, the city that they had both called home.  Surrounded by only their immediate families, it was the most quaint and beautiful union.  These two are absolutely perfect together and their elopement shows that in every way!

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beautifully!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0014Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0013Getting ready with her sweet momma and sisterElopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0015Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0006These three are such a special trioElopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0016Then, we headed to the wedding location for a few bridal portraits!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0028How dreamy is that view?!  It looked over all of Birmingham!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0031Rachel, you are such a beauty!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0029Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0020So timeless!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0022Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0024Rachel has the best laugh!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0021Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0026Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0023Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0027Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0025Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0030Then, it was Danny’s turn for a few portraits!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0051Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0052So handsome.Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0050First looks are a favorite for me!  When Rachel and Danny requested one, I may or may not have jumped up and down.  These two are so passionate about life, I KNEW their first look would be so intimate and special…. and it was!!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0032Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0033Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0034Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0035The fit perfectly together.  In every way.Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0037Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0041Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0039So much joy!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0044Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0036Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0043Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0042Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0040As if each moment wasn’t intentional enough, these two did a letter swap– and the tears started ROLLING behind my camera lens as Rachel told Danny, ” Out of all of the things I’ve done and seen, YOU are my greatest adventure…”  Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0047Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0048Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0049Then, it was time to say, ” I DO!”Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0053Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0056Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0055Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0057Surrounded by only their immediate families, Rachel and Danny committed their lives to one another….Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0058Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0060Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0059Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0065Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0062Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0063Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0064“Danny, you may now kiss your bride!”Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0066Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0067Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0068Immediately following the kiss, Rachel and Danny invited their families to pray over their union, and the tears fell in such a beautiful way….Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0071Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0069Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0070They’re MARRIED!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0072Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0074Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0073A priceless family photo!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0075Then on to some Bride + Groom Portraits!!!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0076Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0079Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0087Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0078These two and that perfect view!!!Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0081Elopement-Rachel-Danny-Rausch-Birmingham-Alabama-City-mobile-wedding-Photographer-Photography_0082

Rachel and Danny I wish you the BEST as you adventure into this new stage of life together! Washington is SO blessed to have you both! CONGRATS!!!!

xo

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  1. Grace says

    June 6, 2016 at 4:55 pm

    This is perfection. Anna, you captured all the love and joy and gorgeous light of the day so perfectly! xx

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    • AnnaFilly says

      June 9, 2016 at 8:02 pm

      Thank you so much Grace!!! They were absolutely wonderful <3

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  2. Kiara Carruthers says

    July 18, 2017 at 2:13 pm

    Where is this location?

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    • AnnaFilly says

      July 19, 2017 at 10:44 pm

      Hi Kiara! Its a private residence 🙂

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