Weddings | Maine Wedding Photographers Bethany and Dan

April 6, 2021 Acadia Maine, Weddings

Acadia National Park Elopement: Ryan and Devin

Theres always… ALWAYS something magic about Acadia, and when you add a freaking wedding to the mix, its downright perfection. I honestly dont know how Acadia and Elopements never get old for me but the God’s honest truth is that I love it. I ADORE Acadia Elopements. There. Its been said.

Ryan and Devin stole my heart a little with their general easy-going vibe. I was also partial to her bold lipstick choice and the never-ending smiles these two humans brought to the party. Pair that with one of our absolute favorite officiants, Erika, and you have a wedding that makes my heart sing. Enjoy yall…

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March 9, 2021 Portland Maine, Weddings

Portland Maine Elopement: Michael and Yvette

Romance Romance ROMANCE yall. When I think back to Michael and Yvette’s City Hall Elopement, something about it always reminds me of a classic black and white romance film. Their styling. The City Hall location. The way they interacted the whole day. It just had that feeling you know?

We met them at the Press Hotel and then walked over to City Hall. Then, as always, the ceremony was SO FREAKIN FAST. Those city hall weddings you guys. Instant. Next, we headed over to one of our favorite spots to photograph, where they said their vows to one another. I like that they made space and time for those vows since things at City Hall tend to feel rushed. It reminded me of Dan and I and our 10 year anniversary on a cliffside in Ireland.

Venue: Press Hotel, Portland City Hall, and Two Lights State Park

Dress and Flowers: by the bride!

February 16, 2021 New Hampshire, Weddings

Portsmouth Backyard Wedding: Kathryn and Fede

I love how Kathryn and Fede changed their plans within the pandemic and still had a dream day. They slashed the guest list, made space for social distancing if needed, had lots of covid-tests (back when it was pretty hard to get one) and they had the wedding they planned! It was always going to be in her parent’s backyard, and it still was.

This was a gorgeous one yall. Enjoy.

Venue: Private Residence
Planner: Love Affair Suite
Hair and Makeup: Jodie Santer Beauty
Flowers: Jardiniere Flowers
Catering: Kitchen Chicks
Cake: Confection Art
DJ: Jet Set Sounds
Oysters: Seaport Fish

January 21, 2021 Connecticut, Weddings

West Hartford Connecticut Wedding: Claire and Jason

Enthusiasm is the word that comes to my mind when I think of Claire. Jason keeps it chill from what we could tell on the wedding day, and Claire brings the energy. A winning combo eh? One detail I adored about the day was the casual vibe. Her dress was flowy and free which I felt went well with the general feel of the day… which was both of those two things: flowy and free.

Together, Claire and I waited in a horse barn, for her walk down the aisle. Then we played as a quad in a pasture and then with some horses. What more could you ask for really? COVID threw a wrench in plans for everyone, and Claire and Jason found a way to make it work beautifully.

Venue: Private Home | Dress: BHLDN

December 7, 2020 Mid-Coast Maine, Weddings

Bristol Maine Wedding: Grace and Maxtin

I love how Maine has so many special places that are so easy to miss. Any turn off the main road on Maine peninsulas can lead you to a wonderland of beauty that just hangs out waiting for you. Grace and Maxtin have a family property on one of those turns and we were honored to visit.

Like most of our wedding this year, they had to change a lot of original plans for their day. In our opinion though, it was still a win since the location holds such a special place in their hearts.

One of my favorite parts of the day was when Grace hit a hunger wall and munched on lobster in her wedding dress while she sat in the grass.