Monty + Ashton | Shaw Center Terrace in Baton Rouge, LA

Shaw Center For the Arts | Baton Rouge Wedding | Annie Elise Photography

Monty and Ashton are married!! We started off the day with everyone getting ready at the Hilton downtown Baton Rouge. After a few portraits, the family and wedding party walked over to the rooftop terrace at Shaw Center.

Since it was drizzling, the guys popped a few clear umbrellas and escorted the girls over. The littlest things – like how someone holds an umbrella – can be the truest indication of a person’s character. With how Monty was holding it for Ashton, I think they’re set for life.

This couple is one of the most caring people you will ever meet, so it was no wonder how deeply they treasured their families. I got to meet some of the family at the rehearsal dinner the night before and it was an honor to witness these two close-knit families joining into one.

Ashton and Monty also have a child together, Lucy is her name, and you’ll see glimpses of her throughout this wedding. Hands-down the most loved four-legged child there is! She couldn’t be there in person, but showed up on Monty’s cuff links, printed on the cups & koozies, and with her own signature drink.

The dark, wet, and cold could have deterred any other wedding, but for Monty and Ashton, it only managed to give their ceremony and day a cozy, warm glow. Strings of Christmas lights overhanging their clear tents allowed guests an overlooking view of the Mississippi River. But most importantly, they got to vow the rest of their lives to each other, cheered on by friends & family who have made similar vows for 40, 50, 60 years and onward. What a legacy to have been given. It was magical.

Ashton & Monty, I’m praying you two have a marriage as beautiful as your wedding! Thank you for choosing me to be there!