New Hampshire | Maine Wedding Photographers Bethany and Dan

December 7, 2015 New Hampshire, Weddings

New Hampshire Lake Wedding: Marie and Mike

For years and years, Marie’s family vacationed to the beautiful Newfound Lake, in Hebron New Hampshire. It really was no question as to where she and her beau Mike would eventually get married. Overlooking her favorite place in the world, surrounded by family and friends, she and Mike said yes to forever. Dan and I found ourselves in one of the most welcoming, fun-loving, energetic group of guests we can remember. From walking into the Inn where the ladies were getting ready to set up in the dancing barn for the party to come, we were greeted with smiles and high energy. It was such a fun day to be a part of.

Some of my favorite memories and mishaps of the day, all gracefully handled:

Marie’s dress taking 45 minutes to get into due to a broken clasp! Marie was a champ and her ladies were rockstars, eventually sewing her into the dress. AND we were on time. Boom!

A delivery set-up car, having its battery die, while it was parked directly in the center of the ceremony area. It was fixed/towed/moved before any of us ladies could learn about it and the problem we solved! Boom times two!

A round of shots with the bridesmaids right before walking down the aisle.

The speeches were absolutely wonderful… a perfect mix of funny and tenderness. Well done everyone. Well done.

The dance party, complete with a flash mob dance by Marie’s family, a custom “shout” towel, made just so Marie could lie down on the floor and not get her dress dirty when we “get a little bit softer now,” and some really romantic husband and wife snuggling in the center of the dance floor.

All in all…. it was a joy.

Venue: Meadow Wind Bed and Breakfast | Coordinator: Blissful Beginnings

Florist: Renaissance Florals | Catering: Greenhouse Catering | Cake: Jacques Pastries

Hair: Hair that Moves | Makeup: Lauren Vancheri

Band: Timmy Maia Band | Videographer: Frame and Anchor

November 2, 2015 New Hampshire, Weddings

Hanover New Hampshire Wedding: Nji and Russell

Nji and Russell’s wedding was one that we will lovingly refer to as one of “the big ones” of 2015. They pulled out all the stops, from tuxedos to designer gowns, gorgeous flowers to tasty dinner, beautiful lighting at the reception and a gorgeous ceremony location. The only thing that they couldn’t plan on was the weather, which did rain. You might think that would put a damper on such an event but no. I wish you could have been there to see just how positive and upbeat and “no worries man” they were about the showers. Talk about rolling with the punches! After a run through the rain, they married one another in the presence of friends and family that came from literally all over the world. This was also the wedding with the tallest bridesmaids that there has ever been in the history of weddings! For the first time ever in my photography career, I wasnt the tallest girl in the room, and not by a long shot. Over six feet was the norm with these volleyball ladies and they all wore heels too. It was fabulous!

The dance party was on point, and reiterated the fact that New Yorkers know how to throw a party. Nji’s brother even dropped a new single debut at the reception! The speeches had guests crying from love and laughter. It was clear that this marriage was one that everyone was thrilled about, and we were thrilled to have been there.

Venue: The Hanover Inn | Coordinator: Beauty Queen Events | Florist: Roberts Flowers

Gown: Kleinfeld Bridal | DJ: Murray Hill Talent

January 8, 2015 New Hampshire, Weddings

Lindsay and Cody’s Portsmouth New Hampshire Wedding

Talk about two people who are meant for one another….

Cody is crazy about Lindsay and Lindsay is crazy about Cody. They are simply two puzzle pieces that must be connected, making each other make sense and holding on to each other as they face the future, present and past. Its a remarkable thing to see and we loved being there as their photographers, able to photograph that dynamic as best as we could. To get a TINY idea of how much they love each other, just scroll down and look at Cody’s reaction as Lindsay walked down the aisle to become his wife. #icantevendealwithit

It was a really REALLY rainy day in the Portsmouth/Dover area of New Hampshire this Saturday but they were both just 100% jazzed to be getting married. I really can’t remember ever hearing either of them say anything about being bummed out about it. All I heard was “Im so happy we are finally getting married,” and “I’ve waited for this day forever.” No joke. It was actually pretty perfect.

My favorite part of the day besides the palatable love, was during the best man speech. He referredÂ to Lindsay as the “Fist Lady of their crew.” Well said.

Then we partied…

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Reception: Rivermill at Dover LandingÂ | Â Event Planner: Kagem Chic DesignsÂ | Â Florist: Cobblestone Design Company

Caterer: Liberty Lane CateringÂ | Â Cake: Chickadee Hill Cakes

Hair: Keith Paul SalonÂ | Â DJ: Move it Music

More from Lindsay and Cody: Meet Our Couples

October 22, 2014 New Hampshire, Weddings

Sarah and JT’s Portsmouth New Hampshire Wedding

If you want to know what a natural beauty looks like… look no further than the new Mrs. Thompson! Sarah is 100% gorgeous, complete with lashes that go for miles and a smile that just won’t stop. It is all kinds of heart-meltingly good times to watch John, (JT) gush over his bride. The two of them together are so cute it hurts my teeth. F’real.

We started the day at the Harborside Hotel where they were both getting ready. One funny thing that happened was that my camera bag was sitting next to Sarah’s bags so when her girls took Sarah’s things to the honeymoon suite… my blue camera bag went with them. Talk about a heart attack!! Luckily it was only a few rooms away and was completely gettable… but still. Whew! We all headed to the trolly and then the church where they exchanged vows and made it official. (That’s what this is all about after all). I loved Sarah’s long exhale right before she started her walk down the aisle. Keep your eye out for the photo.

The party started and was up and going until the last song. I loved watching the girls singalong with the band, on the mic no less! All in all, it was a wonderful day and we were glad to be a part of it.

Venue: Sheraton Harborside Hotel | Florist: Dahlia Pom | Gown: Madeleine’s Daughter

Cake: Jaques Fine European Pastries | Band: Big Party Orchestra

Makeup: Sonja Jacobson Skin Care | Hair: Bliss 360

More from Sarah and JT: Engagement Session | Meet Our Couples

September 3, 2014 New Hampshire, Weddings

New Hampshire Wedding: Lynsey and Alex

Almost exactly one year to the day, we met Lynsey and Alex at 5:30 in the morning for a sunrise engagement session. The morning of their wedding day was very different though, due to downpours! As we drove to the wedding we kept repeating “better now than later on,” with fingers crossed the rain would stop for their outdoor ceremony. It was as if the rain clouds were on the wedding day schedule, because right as we needed to go outside for portraits, the rain stopped, and held off for the rest of the day. Lynsey and her ladies all prepared at a local B&B and then we all headed to the ceremony. Dan and the guys met us there and it felt like they walked down the aisle within minutes of arriving. Wedding day’s move so fast! Â After the ceremony, we headed inside for a rocking reception with lots and lots of dancing! It was fun so see how kind and loving Alex was to his bride all day long. One of my favorite moments was when he wiped away her tears during the ceremony. He is so tender. Enjoy a NH wedding with these two!