My wedding day can only be described by one word, Amazing. We started the morning off with sunshine and warmth, along with a couple of mimosas of course! I already felt the happiest I have ever been because I was surrounded by my family and friends. The whole morning I was doing pretty well, no...
Lisa White - The pictures are absolutely beautiful! They look like something you would see in a magazine. Absolutely Gorgeous!
Kyle Mueller - Mark was great. It was nice how he remembered everyone’s names that was in the bridal party. It made things go much more smoothly.
John Sheehan - These pictures are awesome. Will have to remember Mark for future events.
Scott Sparks - The pictures are very nice. Mark did a great job.
Scott Hickey - Mark was amazing. He has some unique ideas that turned out great. I will definitely remember him!!!
Jennifer Jorstad - Taryn & Zach, what can I say…Your picture perfect wedding came true!!! It’s such a rare moment when you can achieve getting everyone you know and love in the same location at once, and from the pictures, it looks like you enjoyed every single second of your special day. The hard work and hours upon hours spent planning surely paid off beautifully. I couldn’t have been happier to see the two meet at the end of that long aisle and be joined as one. Thanks again for inviting me to be a part of one of the most memorable weddings I’ve ever experienced. love, jenny
Mary Lee Baker - These are some of the most beautiful wedding pictures I have ever seen. They are so different and Fun! What a great day.
Kim Braun - These pictures of Taryn and Zach were AMAZING!!! What a fabulous job in capturing their big day. Just beautiful.
Tory Tesdal - Taryn & Zach- you couldn’t have picked a better day to become husband and wife. I am so lucky to have witnessed your love for each other over the past 8 years. You couldn’t have picked a better photographer than Mark and Katelyn. They did an amazing job on your photos. I know grandma and grandpa were looking down on the both of you that day in awe on how Mark captured the farm. The pictures are so amazing that I am at loss for words on what to say about them. I am so glad I was apart of your special day!! I love you both!
Sue Bradford - These photos are AWESOME! The unique scenery and just the most creative poses will bring smiles to the Bride and Groom for a lifetime! Well done!
Artina Beck - Zach & Taryn you made the photographers job easy. You two were simply beautiful together. Mark what an amazing talent you have these pictures are gorgeous.
Phil Balzer - I don’t think the day could have been any better and neither could the pictures.
Chip Jorstad - Taryn and Zach – Wow, those pictures are really great. Mark and Katelyn continue to amaze me everytime. They have such a great eye for capturing moments and not just poses. I am grateful to have been part of your wedding party and share your perfect day. It is awesome to be part of the family! Chip
Tom Tesdal - Taryn and Zach……Absolutely, Positively, Without a Doubt the most beautiful pictures I have ever seen…you should be in the movies.
Jonathan Turek - Mark,
I must say, at first I was dreading the pictures on the farm, but these pictures turned out AMAZING!!! I can’t wait to see the rest. You will definitly be getting a call when it’s my time! Unbelievable color and lighting
Kelly Bols - Taryn & Zach – Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of such an amazing day. This is one wedding that CAN NOT be topped. You two have shared a remarkable past and 9.19.09 marks the start of what I know and everyone else can attest to as beautiful future. I can’t wait to be a part of the next 50+ years of memories, I love you both.
Mark & Katelyn – You two hit this one of out the park. I am looking at these pictures thinking how stunning each one is and the next one tops the last. You two are beyond talented and your works shows it.
Cheryl Tesdal - Mark- When I first seen Chip & Jenny’s engagement pictures and saw how you captured their love for one another, I knew you were something special. When Taryn & Zach were engaged, I knew I did not want anyone else to photograph them. You are absolutely amazing and so thankful that you & Katelyn made the day go so smoothly. Words can’t describe how I feel about these pictures. They are beyond amazing. Taryn & Zach- You are a beautiful couple and I love you both so much!
Mark - Great creative compositions, Mark. Very cool. 
Lloyd Dobbie - I love the photographs from this wedding. The colour palette is really complimetary to your style of wedding photography.
Chrissie Sparks - The photographs are amazing. I would definitely recommend Mark and Katelyn to anyone planning a special event. I especially loved the cards handed out at the reception that were from the engagement photographs.
Taylor Tesdal - Taryn & Zach~ What a beautiful day it was for your wedding day! You couldn’t of asked for a better day to join both your hearts as one! I feel so lucky to be apart of your special day and witness the love the both of you share! Mark & Katelyn~ You both are such remarkable artists. The way you capture the feeling that is shared between Zach & Taryn is completely amazing! Your pictures have made me speechless and I don’t have enough words to describe just how beautiful they are. Thanks again for everything!!
Stephanie Zettl - Love love love the shoe shot! Cinderella didn’t have a better shoe!
Ryan - Mark and Katelyn definitely took the extra step to make sure each photo came out perfectly. Their photos illustrated how wonderful and enjoyable the Degrush wedding was.
Hooman - Wow, great stuff! These are some amazing shots! Love the details and the getting ready shots especially.
Matt Lafond - One word…WOW!! These pictures are absolutely amazing. Taryn and Zach – It was such an honor being a part of your special day. These pictures straight up show the love you two share for each other.
portland oregon photographer - Your wedding photos are simply amazing. Great composition and processing!!!
Sandra Lemin - Beautiful! your work is gorgeous love looking at it.
Sandra
Mark Romine - Hey Everyone! Katelyn and I both want to thank all of you for taking the time to visit Taryn and Zach’s wedding blog and making such kind and encouraging comments. Working with couples like Taryn and Zach who want wonderful photos is what makes our job so enjoyable each and every time we go out. We wish the two of you all the best! Thank you for choosing us to capture your wedding day.
katelyn & mark
Sunny Mathur - Wow! The veil pictures are absolutely stunning, I love her expressions and you can truly tell they are in love. Using the bridal party as the background of the ‘first look’ is classic and I love his expressions and theirs. This wedding looks simply gorgeous, the couple must be ecstatic!
Houston Wedding Photographer - I think you did a fantastic job of covering this event! Judging by the rave reviews given by the Wedding guests, you must feel great knowing that you gave the couple exactly what they were looking for. I’m sure they will cherish these images for the rest of their lives. Congrats and keep up the good work!
Luciene - I want know where were this wedding??? The bride is the same girl that appears a some time ago on a UNICEF book?
By the way, the photos are so goooood!!! Congratulations!
Lu
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Paul, a U of I grad, and Jill, an ISU grad, have set aside their Alma Mater differences and found peace and love as a couple. Jill even agreed to have their engagement photos done on the U of I quad, and put on an Illinois shirt for the man she’s planned to marry. Better...
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R. D. Decker - Great engagement portraits! They look like they were having a lot of fun in the sun.
Allen Ayres - I love these engagement photos, especially the enscription on the curb, perfect
Billy and Ruthie, So, I’ve sat the past two days in a fog, thinking about this very moment when I would have to blog about your wedding. I don’t even know where to start! I look at your pictures and feel completely confident that they speak for themselves. This is a perfect example of a...
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Amanda - These are absolutely gorgeous! Amazing!!!!
Milanna - This is Milanna. I’m Billy sister.
And when I saw the pictures they were good. The photograher did a good job. And I was impressed. And my sister in law looked really pretty and my brother looked handsome. I can’t ask for a better sister in law. She is a great sister in law and I have an awesome brother also.
Tori - The pictures are truly amazing and I’m so happy for technology! and that you are so willing to share them with everyone. You really captured the essence of the incredible people that Billy and Ruthie are and each picture showcases how much they love each other, which makes me smile.
I love the artistic qualities and editing in each photograph and must say that the Romine Weddings business has a new (future) client!
Cheers!
– TN
Carol Lorah - The pictures are very good and the creativity of a lot of the shots was amazing. It was like looking at pictures out of a bride magazine. We traveled to Illinois from PA just for this wedding.
Rosie Lease - The pictures are absolutely beautiful.
Sue Lockery - Can not express how impressed I was with the photos- but then when you have two people as BEAUTIFUL as these two-makes the taking a real winner!!! EXCELLENT!everyone at my office is in awe of such perfection.
Rachel Pratt - Your pictures are gorgeous! Congratulations. Ruthie, you looked absolutely beautiful — like a model!!!! (Billy, you looked beautiful too..haha!)
Joy Greeney - Fantastic! What a beautiful couple and gorgeous location! So sorry we missed the actual festivities, but the pictures are good enough to make us feel as though we were actually there.
Lynn Bingaman - Beautiful looks to be the word for you wedding day.
David Sherwood - Hey! I did not even know you were getting married Mr. Walters. Have you finished medical school yet? If not I am sure that Ruth will assist you in that goal. I have not been in touch with any one for some time. let me know what your plans are please. In Christ Dave
Dave Russell - Really liked the close-up of Ruthie’s eyes….reminded me of a college yearbook section on the homecoming queen entitled “the eyes have it” where each girl in the court had 2 or 3 pictures with the main one being a tight shot of their eyes….With Billy and Ruthie the eyes have it!
Kim C - I liked the use of the architectural elements incorporated into the photos but not taking away from the actual subjects. And who knew rain could be beautiful?!
Mildred Moyer - The photography on these wedding pictures is the best I’ve ever seen! Ruthie looks absolutely beautiful and Billy, my grandson was a handsome groom! I’d recommend this photographer to anyone!
Jane - Beautiful pictures – beautiful couple. Looks like we missed out on an amazing day but fortunately it has been captured in these gorgeous pictures.
Kathy Hollenbaugh - The pictures are absolutely gorgeous(as were the bride and groom).The shots are sharp and soooo creative,job well done.
Larry & Sandy Jones - (second attempt at posting)
Beautiful ceremony, enchanting couple, glamorous photography!
Justin Kulikowski - Simply put, these are incredible pictures. I’m very happy I was able to join you both on this special day.
Bonnie Walter - Mark,
You truly are an artist! Thank you so much for all you captured on our son and beautiful new daughter-in -love’s wedding weekend. We wanted to personally THANK YOU and K for all you did AND your calm, non-demanding, professional AND very personable character. You put everyone at ease and were very kind to all those other “guest” photographers If you don’t win any awards from your professional groups with some of these displays I’ll be shocked! T.Y again ! M.O.G.
Jo Fetter - The pictures are beautiful just as the day was. God is so GOOD! He stopped the rain enough to allow the ceremony to be outside.
Judy Reichard, mother of the bride - Mark & Katelyn- What a treasury of photos capturing the spirit of the day! From glamour bride to photo journalism, you covered it all. You were awesome to work with from the first meeting to the last wedding book wrap up. Your marketing premiums were creative and useful. Your timely communication throughout the process showed your organization and professionalism and helped us track with you over the 6 month window. Your gentle working style had a calming effect and also made it so pleasant to work with and take direction from on this special day. We felt we were co-creators with true artists and artisans.
Fresno Wedding Photographer - I love the textures, great style!
Damon and Robin Flaugher - Wow! Amazing pictures! Thank you for sharing them with us. It was a perfect day and it was captured just that way. No “camera nazi” at this wedding. hahaha
Jolene Ulrich - Absolutely beautiful pictures, what a memorable wedding album!
Congratulations Ruthie and Billy,you are quite the stunning couple. Thank you vey much Milanna for sharing these, made me feel like I was really there!
Lisa Fair - I am friends with Billy’s oldest sister, Janelle, and his his Milanna shared these pics with me. They are truly the most beautiful pictures I have ever seen! Congrats to you Billy and your new wife, Ruthie!
Bay Area Wedding Photographer - What a gorgeous couple! Really love this wedding. Stylish and beautiful wedding photography.
Lauren Banghart - All of the pictures turned out fantastically…it was hard to choose which to order. Though the photography was incredible, it couldn’t have been too hard with such a good looking pair.
Mark Romine - Thank you, thank you everyone for your awesome comments about Ruthie and Billy’s wedding photos! Katelyn and I were like two kids in a candy store shooting this wedding! They were another couple in a long list of couples this summer who wanted good photos and it shows in their photos. We want to thank you guys for choosing us and for giving us the time to capture such fun memories.
katelyn & mark
Jay Crihfield - Wow too many good ones here to single out, but I’ll try….the grooms sequence with the jacket is awesome, fantastic B&G portraits, and the bridals at the window through the tree leaves are great! Super wedding front to back!
Washington Dc Wedding Photography - The intimate images of the couple are truly amazing, it shows their deep love for each other very well. I also love the image of both of them on the grass plain connected by the wedding veil looking in opposite directions. Great composition and I am sure your clients are VERY happy.
Daniel Sheehan - You have a wonderful eye for weddings! Love the variety of the photography. Love all the emotion as well! Thanks for sharing!
dlf@clovis wedding photography - What more can I say? I was in awe when I view each of the wedding photo above. Every moment was captured at the right timing. It’s hard to get a right timing in photography but it seems so easy for you to do that stuff. Capturing best emotion at the right time has been made easy for you. Great talent!
Swinton@photographers - I love the photos, the settings, the place, everything is lovely. I can see the happiness of the couples. One of the best I’ve seen.
Karen@photographer - You have captured the emotions of the couple. Your passion on photography is revealed on the photos taken.The image is so clear and the color is so crisp.
omaha wedding photography - Great pictures! You’ve captured every smile. I love how everyone looks so happy.
danna - What a gorgeous picture! Its all about right timing to get pictures such as these. You talent is really amazing!
Nick - Great photographs! My favorite is the bride and groom holding handds – it seems to capture the moment so well!
Sandra - The intimate images of the couple are truly amazing, it shows their deep love for each other very well. Though the photography was incredible, it couldn’t have been too hard with such a good looking pair. You really captured the essence of the incredible people that Billy and Ruthie are and each picture showcases how much they love each other.
Steven - I was in awe when I view each of the wedding photo above. Every moment was captured at the right timing. It’s hard to get a right timing in photography but it seems so easy for you to do that stuff. You were awesome to work with from the first meeting to the last wedding book wrap up.
Rachel - I liked the use of the architectural elements incorporated into the photos but not taking away from the actual subjects. Thank you for sharing them with us. It was a perfect day and it was captured just that way.
Rachel - This is a perfect example of a couple whose value for photography clearly shines through their wedding photos. The display of emotion throughout these photos could not have been staged, and it was such a pleasure capturing these moments. Thank you for the photo’s that you post. I’m enjoying watching all of it.
portraits - Fantastic garden wedding. The photos are great I love the photo where the bride is at the door. Stunning and very beautiful.
sarasota portrait photographer - Such a beautiful bride. The photos are stunning. Every precious moment is captured and real emotions are registered. Truly worth remembering photos.
Sandra - I was in awe when I view each of the wedding photo above. Every moment was captured at the right timing. It’s hard to get a right timing in photography but it seems so easy for you to do that stuff. What a beautiful couple and gorgeous location.
Sarah@Lauren Clark Photography - These wedding pictures is the best I’ve ever seen!the couple looks absolutely beautiful,congratulations to the bride and groom and also to the photographer mark, keep it up!
Nathan - Truly a beautiful wedding. Give my regards, and hopefully they are still together.
Ashley G. - These photos are GORGEOUS!! I’m looking for a great wedding photographer and just happened to come across your site. Seems you had the perfect couple to work with – no fuss or drama. I wish them the best and wish you the best in your photography experiences as well!
Jenna - The intimate images of the couple are truly amazing, it shows their deep love for each other very well. I also love the image of both of them on the grass plain connected by the wedding veil looking in opposite directions.That was a fantastic wedding. I like it. Thank you.
Heather - From glamor bride to photo journalism, you covered it all. You were awesome to work with from the first meeting to the last wedding book wrap up. Your marketing premiums were creative and useful. Your timely communication throughout the process showed your organization and professionalism and helped us track with you over the 6 month window. Thank you for the great photo’s you share.
Heather - Absolutely beautiful pictures, what a memorable wedding album. This is a perfect example of a couple whose value for photography clearly shines through their wedding photos. The display of emotion throughout these photos could not have been staged. Thank you.
Stu @Mor Manufacturing - Wow! what a stunning photos! all of the photos are so beautiful, well done! and thanks for sharing this very inspiring post, keep it up!
Stu @contract manufacturer - Nice one. How I wish i could have this kind of pictures when i get married. Though I know that it is expensive to hire a exclusive photographer during any special event butt after all you won’t regret it. The result will remain a good memory on your happy day.
Anonymous - this was my dream wedding for sure. i love the color purple and fall is my favorite season. fyi… i worked as a waitress at this wedding! it was the most beautiful wedding i’d ever worked or been to. you two looked completely in love!
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Kyle and Amie, much like our other wedding clients this summer, had the most beautiful wedding weather imaginable. It really was quite a treat shooting at the Lake of the Woods on such a pleasant day. Before hand, however, we shot at the Homewood Suites in Champaign, where the bride got ready. Amie was an...
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Jennifer Watson - Mark,
What BEAUTIFUL photos of a beautiful couple! You are truly gifted! Thanks for sharing!
Mark - Thx Jennifer!
Ro - really interesting shots!! beautiful job. great inspiration.
Mark Romine - Thanks Rochelle!
Amie and Kyle - Mark and Kaitlyn – you two are truly gifted! Your pictures are amazing. We are so excited that you were there to capture our day. Thanks so much!
Carrie - Wow! I am blown away! After working with Mark and seeing the finished product, it makes me want to get married again so that I can have Mark take my wedding photos.
Mark-Thank you for making my sisters wedding day so special for her and Kyle.
Sarah - What an incredibly unique and talented eye! I love the shoe shot, as well as lacing up the dress! Must make your job easier when you have such beautiful subjects!
Nicole - Wow! I love the variety of unique shots – a lot of them I’ve never seen done before. Also love the candid moments captured between the bride and the groom. Excellent use of color too!
Nicole - Beautiful! I love the jumping on the bed pictures and the guys on the bridge. What wonderful photos, great job!
Charity - I really like the creative shoe shot with all of the shoes lined up and Aimee’s at the bottom. These are beautiful pictures and VERY creative!
Jamie - These pictures are great! I love the shoe shot, that picture is really awesome. What a beautiful bride! Very creative and unique pictures to last a lifetime!
Stefanie - I absolutely loved these pictures, it helped that you had such a beautiful couple, but what fun pictures! I absolutely love the ones of the girls getting ready. Totally wish I would’ve taken more cute “serious” pictures with my girls.
Lindsay - This is a unique and wonderful set of pictures! My favorite one is with all of the girls jumping on the bed! There is a lot of pictures here that I wish I had from my wedding day!
Adriane - Gorgeous couple, gorgeous wedding! Your photos really have a glow which I’m sure is partly the effect of light tricks but mostly from the day itself. I really love the ring photo!
Jess - Wow! The pictures came out amazing! I really love the creativity & how the emotions of the day were captured in the pictures. Beautiful!
Kathy - Those pictures are absolutely stunning! I love the variety of them. I absolutely love the creativity of the shoe picture! I also love the ones of the girls getting ready. Great work!
eva - Wow I love these pictures they are gorgeous. I love how the shoes were shot. I hold a special place in my heart for Louboutain’s.
Sarah - I love the picture of all the guys’ watches… And I agree with Kathy, the shoe picture is so unique! Beautiful!
Cortney - Beautiful beautiful pictures! Of course it helps that there was lovely scenery and a gorgeous bride to work with 
Amanda - Oh my gosh, amie!! these are so gorgeous, I especially love the shoes
Milissa - What a beautiful bride – looked like a fun day!
Karyn - I love how all the little details were captured and the creative shots of the bridal party.
Stephanie - Wonderful pictures! They really captured the beauty of your day. I love the picture of the guys on the bridge!
Scott - Good use of contrast, saturation (or desaturation), focus and blur… he must use Lightroom. Several are from interesting angles or interestingly framed. The eyelashes picture is my favorite. Very well done.
Mark Romine - Thx everyone I really appreciate your comments!!!
Joelle - Wow – the pictures are great! They really capture the feeling of the moment and the color in all of them is beautiful. What great memories to have of your wedding day!
Emily - The picture with all the ladies jumping on the bed was such a creative idea!
Wyatt - Great unique pics. I like the serious bride and bridesmaid pic in the hotel lobby.
Meg - I love the pictures! My favorite is the picture of the shoes
Lisa - I LOVE these photo’s! Everything looked so beautiful.
Jenny - I am so impressed with these pictures! They are absolutely beautiful and definitely have that professional finish! I love the creativity in these photos, especially the picture of the rings. Your photographer is so gifted, not only in taking pictures, but also in the artistic ability to make them unique!
Donna Loyd - Mark,
Thank you for the wonderful pictures taken at Kyle and Amie’s wedding. I really like the black and white pictures taken at the hotel and bridge.
Bob Decker - Great wedding photography! I especially love the casual posing of the groomsmen.
Mark Romine - To everyone who has taken their time to view and comment on Amie and Kyle’s wedding photos. Katelyn and I would like to thank all of you for doing this! This was a gorgeous wedding and a gorgeous couple, thanks for choosing us and giving us so much to work with.
katelyn and mark
Dora - I love these pictures, they are beautiful! My favorite is the one of Amie in the elevator. It looks like a picture you would find in a bridal magazine.
Donna Wand - Love them all! Beautiful couple! Great picturess!
Amber - beautiful pictures, you get my vote.
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