Mr. & Mrs. Melancon

Cypress Columns

Married: September 12, 2020


I have been looking forward to this wedding for some time now.  I fell in love with Valerie and Todd’s personalities after meeting them for the first time.  We had so much fun for their engagement portraits, that I knew we would have a great time for their wedding.  They are so much fun to be around and have such a great group of friends.  


The day started out rainy and windy, but the sun came out just as I arrived at the Dansereau House.   I love this house so much.   It really is the perfect place to get ready on a wedding day.  When I entered the bridal suite, I was immediately greeted with familiar faces.  Valerie and her bridesmaids were so calm and ready for the evening.  


Valerie and Todd were married at Cypress Columns in Gray.  Their ceremony was so beautiful.  It was short and sweet.  I love when the Justice of the Peace, Kenny Hamner, gives his Cajun blessing at the end.  It’s such a special touch to the ceremony, especially for guest that are from out of town.     


The reception then followed inside and DJ, Quinn Landry, was ready to get the party started.  It was a night filled with great food, fun and laughter.   I smiled the whole time thinking how great it felt to be celebrating this couple with all their friends and family.   They have such a great support system and are surrounded by so people that love them. 


We hope you guys had a wonderful time in St. Lucia.  Here are some of my favorites from their beautiful day!  

Wedding details including invitation, dress, and decor against wooden doors.
Elegant gold wedding shoes displayed against red velvet backdrop.
Black and white getting ready moments captured through window light.
Group of women in white robes relaxing together before wedding ceremony.
White dog sitting beside person in casual attire near elegant red curtained window.
Wedding dress and purple bridesmaid gowns in elegant room with burgundy curtains.
Wedding party members in formal attire pose for group photos during an outdoor celebration.
Groomsmen in navy blue suits gather for formal portraits in an outdoor garden setting.
Wedding party poses along a classic white columned porch with bridesmaids in mauve dresses.
Bridesmaids in dusty rose dresses stand in line on a white columned porch.
Elegant white bridal bouquets with roses and greenery arranged for a formal wedding.
Wedding ceremony guests gather outdoors under trees for an intimate celebration.
Wedding ceremony proceedings unfold beneath an elegant white gazebo.
Outdoor wedding ceremony takes place under a white gazebo surrounded by natural greenery.
Wedding guests seated in white chairs watch ceremony under a decorative white gazebo.
Wedding ceremony vows being exchanged under an ornate white gazebo.
Outdoor wedding ceremony taking place at a white gazebo with guests seated in white chairs at sunset.
Hands joining together to hold a decorative unity cross during wedding ceremony.
Black and white candid moments captured during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests seated outdoors watching ceremony with joyful expressions.
Joyful moment shared during wedding ceremony under white gazebo.
Wedding ceremony taking place in ornate white gazebo with guests seated on both sides.
Wedding party in navy suits and lavender dresses poses together on outdoor terrace.
Three-panel portrait series of couple embracing outdoors near white columns.
Couple shares romantic dance moment under warm lighting and floral decorations.
Couple enjoying energetic dance moves during wedding reception.
Bride and groom share their first dance together at their wedding reception.
Newlyweds dancing close together during their wedding reception.
Wedding couple shares an intimate dance moment under soft lighting.
Couple embraces while slow dancing at an elegant wedding celebration.
Series of black and white photos capturing romantic wedding dance moments.
Wedding reception dance sequence showing multiple dance poses of the newlyweds.
Elegant white wedding cake displayed with floral decorations on a gold stand.
Miller Lite beer cans and snacks arranged on a party table.
Wedding rings photographed artistically on red rose petals.
Black and white photos showing emotional moments during wedding reception dances.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating on a dimly lit dance floor at a reception.
Wedding guests enjoying themselves while dancing at an indoor reception.