Anyone involved in the Ward engagement party this weekend was watching the huge storm front rolling through Atlanta. We have had wonderful sunny blue skies here in town all week and the the only day it was going to rain was Saturday night. The rain came as expected and soaked the area around the white tent, flooding the sidewalks with over two inches of water. This engagement party was all just a cover, to gather the Ward’s family and friends to throw a surprise wedding. The guests settled in as the rain slowed, enjoying drinks and some fantastic BBQ. The couple of the evening Autumn and Wes went back to their house to change into their tuxedo and wedding dress. Everyone was gathered around the dinner tables by Chris, the Minister who would later marry the two, stalling the crowd until Autumn and Wes arrived and made their way through the crowd to the front. The secret was out, Wes’s mother began to cry and there were hugs everywhere.  The night continued with an exchange of vows, some dancing and then a cake fight. It was an unforgettable party and everyone had a great time.

I was the second shooter for photographer Wade Collins.