Niagara Falls Helicopter Wedding in the Sky!
Hey guys, Sarah here!
While traveling Italy last year with my mother, I had received an email that asked if I would be interested in shooting an intimate wedding high in the sky. I literally almost burst into tears I was so excited! Of course I couldn’t have been more thrilled, and it would also be the first time I had been in a helicopter.
Katelyn & Darius had such a perfect, unique idea that turned out to the best day ever! While I had been to Niagara Falls a bunch of times, I had never seen the view from the sky before — boy was it breathtaking.
As we stood outside waiting for our ride to land, the wind whipped up our hair and made her dress dance giving us chills of excitement! After it landed we were then escorted towards the chopper for a photo-op while our ears were trying to adjust to the loud roar of the engine. Buckled in, headphones on, and greeted by the pilot in less than a few fast minutes, we were OFF!
Up, up, and away we went. Just like that, we were over the falls! As the officiant started, I could tell how happy they were as the moment had begun. Their vows were simple and sweet, and within a few short minutes it was time to kiss as our copter soared above the misty falls. What a sweet moment it was as they exchanged rings to one another and for the rest of the ride we took in the beautiful scenery around us.
After we landed and made our way through the hustle and bustle of the Falls, we took a moment to realize the epicness of what we had just witnessed. The beauty in this world we take for granted everyday, but its times like this that gives us the wonderment that we live for.
For the rest of the day we explored the downtown Falls and Buffalo areas, finding some cool murals on the way and ended up enjoying some bubbly champagne to celebrate! Then it was GAME time!
You heard me right! ( or read me right?! lolll) Their reception was at Dave & Busters! We gamed, ate delicous snacks and of course got some pretty awesome photos too. I am beyond thankful I got to be apart of this magical day. If you get a chance to go on a helicopter, don’t even think twice! DO IT!
Catch ya on the next adventure!
-Sarah
Jordan + Eric
There is a special place in my heart for November weddings.
My own wedding was in November, and there is something about the coziness of a cool autumn day that makes a couple's love shine even brighter. It also doesn't hurt to have a couple as lovely as Jordan and Eric, a duo who radiated warmth and kindness from the moment I met them.
Jordan and Eric got ready at the lofts at Pearl, which served as a perfect backdrop for their earth-toned color scheme. Jordan looked absolutely stunning in her lace dress against the exposed brick, and the large windows allowed us to make good use of the little daylight that we had to work with before the ceremony.
Originally, Jordan and Eric were opposed to the "first look" portion of the shoot, but they decided to trust us and go with that option due to the limited hours of daylight that we would have after the wedding. I am so glad they agreed to do the first look, as the photos really captured the purest expressions of their love. After the first look I took the entire wedding party out onto the street for some more photos, and then brought the bride and groom to a small church down the street to capture the last moments before their marriage.
The beauty of Jordan and Eric's wedding was in the details. From the earrings made by Eric's sister to the embroidered "Jordan & Eric" on the underside of Eric's tie, this wedding was truly one of a kind. The ceremony and reception were held at the Webb, a beautiful venue that they had decorated with white roses and burgundy accents. Jordan and Eric danced the night away surrounded by their closest family and friends, a perfect beginning to their new life as Mr. and Mrs. Kieffer.
Wishing this lovely couple many years of happiness.
XO,
Amanda
Photographed by Seventh Arrow Studio // Venue - The Webb // Floral - Buffalo Floral Art // Dress - Bliss Bridal in Hamburg // DJ - CJ Sound // Cake - Wegmans // Make Up - Grace Suzanne Makeup // Bridesmaids Hair - IDuPRETTY // Bridal hair - Nicole Milliron // Tux - Men's Warehouse // Jewelry -Jewelry Sarah Kieffer Designs //