This Picture of the Month was taken by Journal Weddings' founder and Chief Photographer Michael Barber in June 2008.

The couple was married at Bexley United Methodist Church and made their exit to a fairly traditional bubble blowing event. What wasn't so traditional, however, was the amount of enthusiasm the groom had when reacting to the day's festivities.

The photo won Barber a Third Place award for emotion in the international Wedding Photojournalist's Association competition, Q3 2008.

"I was excited by this image the moment I saw it on the back of my (digital) camera", said Barber. "We see bubble exits often enough, but this one had a completely different energy."

"I was fortunate to have chosen an unusual vantage point behind the crowd and used a telephoto lens. A wide angle of this moment would have lessened the impact."


  CELEBRATION

Alissa enjoys the first fast dance with her new husband, Ozan
, at the Columbus Athletic Club.

- Michael Barber





  TRUE GENTLEMAN

john shares his tuxedo jacket with his new wife, Sarah, during a photo session at the arch at Nationwide Arena.


- Michael Barber
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  TAKES WORK

Halfway through the 'getting ready' process, Ashleigh realizes just how much work goes in to becoming the perfect bride.


- Michael Barber
    SUNSET KISS

After weathering a terrific storm that moved an outdoor ceremony inside, Chelsea and Michael enjoy
a private moment underneath a sun lit tree.

- Michael Barber
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  HAPPY COUPLE

Rebecca and Adam pose for the camera after their ceremony held at the Columbus Atheneum.


- Maria Minnelli
    MORE BUBBLES

Christina and John endure an aggressive bubble-blowing crowd while making their way to a waiting limo.

- Michael Barber
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  CEREMONY SITE

St. Francis of Assisi
Columbus, Ohio


RECEPTION SITE

Franklin Park Conservatory
Palm House
Columbus, Ohio


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