Self-proclaimed quirky couple Melissa and TJ celebrated their downtown Burlington wedding the best way they knew how: as a reflection of themselves. Vintage vibes and a metallic color palette highlighted a few of their favorite things. From saying “I do” at The Capitol Theater to dancing the night away at the Port of Burlington even their venue choices were atypical and quintessentially “them.” Amy Winningham Photography carefully captured the quiet moments as Melissa and TJ shared their first look and personal vows privately on a rooftop overlooking their city.
The Couple:
Melissa and TJ
The Wedding:
Port of Burlington, Burlington, Iowa

The most memorable moment was our first look. Initially, we didn’t want one, but we had an evening ceremony and we just couldn’t make our day flow without one. Best decision EVER! We were able to use a local rooftop in downtown Burlington, which was previously an industrial saddle factory beside the Mississippi. TJ and I are intensely private people, so while we approached this moment with trepidation at the thought of someone else (our photographer) seeing us in such an intimate moment, we also took full advantage of it by saying our personal vows to each other during this time instead of in our actual ceremony where we both knew we would just end up blubbering like idiots if we had to say more than “I do.”
My biggest concern on our wedding day was to look like myself. I mean, I w...