Real Wedding: Jansen Grace Connor & John Thomas Sixbey

Jansen Grace Connor & John Thomas Sixbey

July 19, 2025 | Murphy Arts District in El Dorado | Jayce Keil Photography & Videography

What started as a high school romance became a lifelong love story for Jansen and John.

After a brief young romance and going their separate ways for college, they eventually found each other— ready to spend the rest of their lives together. “Four years ago, we both found our way back home to El Dorado, where we reconnected.

And, well, the rest is history!” Jansen said. Jansen and John got engaged during a morning walk at the Fayetteville Farmers Market. After wandering through all the booths, they stopped by Block Street Records, where they picked up a Leon Bridges vinyl—Jansen had always dreamed of having one of his songs as their first dance at their wedding day. Little did Jansen know, John already had the ring in his pocket, ready to ask the most important question of his life.

“A little later, as we walked past our favorite date-night spot, Atlas, he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him,” Jansen said.

Wedding Professionals We Love

Venue: Murphy Arts District

Wedding dress and veil: Low’s Bridal

Photo Credit: Jayce Keil Photography & Videography

More Wedding Professionals

Coordinator: Rhonda Jones; Caterer: MAD House; Photography and videography: Jayce Keil Photography; Florist: Christy Walker; Accessories: Anthropologie; Hair stylist: Kati Blanchard; Makeup artist: Raelynne Stueart; Cake: Madison Lunsford; Groom’s cake: Cindy Thurmon; Getaway car: Kelly Parker & Shane Elmore; Watercolor artist: Watercolors by Korry Jones; Jewelry: Taylor Jewelry & Design; Groom’s tux: Men’s Wearhouse; Save the dates and invitations: The Knot; Signage: McAdam’s Drafting & Design

Photo Credit: Jayce Keil Photography & Videography

Q&A

Q: Why did you decide to go with the vibe of your wedding?

A: “Our vision was to create a celebration that embodied timeless elegance while remaining a true reflection of who we are as a couple,” Jansen said. “We embraced simplicity in the overall design, allowing thoughtful, personalized details to bring warmth and meaning to every moment.”

Q: What inspired your florals?

A: “I wanted timeless white florals to bring softness and contrast to our dark, moody venue,” Jansen said. “Our florist perfectly captured that vision and transformed the space beautifully.”

Q: What moment of the day do you wish you could relive over and over again?

A: “We cherished celebrating with our friends and family during the reception,” Jansen said. “Having all of our loved ones under one roof and spending the evening with everyone who has touched our lives made the day truly unforgettable.”

Photo Credit: Jayce Keil Photography & Videography

The Morning Of

I treasured getting ready with my closest friends on the morning of the wedding,” Jansen said. “There was a calm, relaxing energy that helped soothe my nerves and made the moment truly special… It will always be one of my favorite memories—sharing that time with my bridesmaids and my mom.”

Coming Home

“Our first dance was to ‘Coming Home’ by Leon Bridges—the same record I purchased on the day we got engaged,” Jansen said. “I also wore the earrings my mom wore on her wedding day, which felt like the perfect way to honor my parents’ special day.”

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