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June 1, 2017 Massachusetts, Weddings

South Yarmouth Cape Cod Wedding: Erica and Matt

A ceremony on the beach, the smell of salt air, two people in love surrounded by their family and friends… and a STIFF chilly breeze: that was the wedding of Erica and Matt. Everyone gathered on the coast of Massachusetts on Cape Cod to witness this longtime couple finally say “I do.” The chilly air aside, it was an absolutely fitting ceremony with laughter and tears. Their sweet dog Chief walked the rings down that aisle no less! Afterwards, we got warmed up with dancing, drinks, and the most important line dance song: Copperhead Road. One of Erica’s bridesmaids is a Bethany and Dan Bride, so we saw this group do this dance once before at her wedding! Gotta love that.

I’m so thankful we were a part of this day. These two people are so so SO very in love and being able to see that turn into a marriage never ever gets old.

Venue and Catering: Red Jacket Beach Resort | Dessert: Whites Bakery

DJ: DJ Mashane | Videography: Silver Birch

More from Erica and Matt: Meet Our Couples and Engagement Session

January 9, 2017 Mid-Coast Maine, Weddings

Spruce Point Inn, Boothbay Harbor Maine Wedding: Noelle and Alex

Boothbay Harbor Maine seems to be an absolute favorite with couples for destination weddings. It is pretty adorable for sure and its a really fun place for people to visit from away. Noelle and Alex planned thier very own destination wedding, nestled in the classic Maine resort along the water. The only time for a first look and most of the couple portraits was in the mid-day sun, so we headed into the woods for some shade. It was such pretty light and made us a little jealous of the foresty weddings that other non-Maine-Coast wedding photographers get to photograph. It was so so pretty!

We headed to the ceremony, graced by the couples sweet pup in an adorable flower necklace. Melt me. After the ceremony, we stole a few more moments with Noelle and Alex and headed down to the water for a few more buttery light portraits. Our of other photographers jealousy faded as we were reminded of just how lucky we are as wedding photographers here in Maine, getting to photograph couples in these vistas. Afterwards, we headed to the Pemaquid Room for a rockin dance party and a unique tradition of piano playing! One of the couples friends is a pianist and apparently at all the friend weddings, everyone gathers around the piano and has a sing-along. Gotta love that ya’ll.

Venue: Spruce Point Inn | Florist: Fiddleheads Florist

Hair and Makeup: Ariel Johnson | Cake: 3 Dogs Cafe | DJ: Maine’s Premier DJ

December 19, 2016 New Hampshire, Weddings

Portsmouth New Hampshire Wedding: Monika and Paul

The first thing you’ll notice about Monika is her electric smile. She literally BEAMED all day on her wedding day and that joy was contagious. Paul was the most gracious host, welcoming everyone and being a generally warm person. It was good too since Dan and I were meeting them for the first time on this day! Thankfully they put us both at ease within moments, which set the tone for the day. I loved that Monica wore a cathedral veil, which you’ll see we had a lot of fun with, from fluffing it while also photographing it as she walked down the aisle (you’ll see) to lots and lots of under the viel snuggle photos.

After the ceremony and portraits, we headed to the Portsmouth Harbor Events ballroom and the party started! I had two favorite moments of the night. The first was when Monica and her father skipped the father-daughter dance in exchange for a father-daughter duet! They sang together for all of us and it was such a fun twist. My other favorite moment was when all the groomsmen came onto the dance floor and ripped off their dress shirts, revealing “Saturday’s are for the Boys” tanktops, which they rocked for the remainder of the night. So funny. The dance party was rockin as well, which is always a favorite of ours.

Reception: Portsmouth Harbor Events | Ceremony: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

Makeup: Maryelle Artistry | Hair: Halos Hair Salon | Cake: Jacques Pastries

December 12, 2016 Interior Maine, Weddings

Outlook Farm Maine Wedding: Kate and Mike

Not to sound like we were walking in the room with a judgement, but we really did know what we were walking in to with these two. We knew it was going to be a rocking party with good friends. It was a sure bet. We have photographed a two other weddings from this friend group and there were both incredible parties, (See Kelsey and Chad AND Sara and Dave). I remember walking up to the DJ and saying… “Get Ready.” Ha!

The couple got ready in Portsmouth NH and then headed to the church for the ceremony. I loved watching them giggle and make eyes with each other throughout the ceremony. Catholic ceremonies are ripe with incognito cuteness. After the recessional, we headed to the reception. Once the wedding party and Kate and Mike we introduced, the party began and didnt stop even after the venue lights went up after the last song. It was exactly what we thought would happen and that made us very happy.

More from Kate and Mike: Engagement Session and Meet Our Couples

Venue: Outlook Farm | Videographer: SH Videography

Florist: Minka Flowers | Cake: Bread and Roses Bakery | DJ: World Records DJ

December 30, 2014 Vermont, Weddings

Amanda and Ian’s Sugarbush Vermont Wedding

I loved every single thing about this wedding. It was SO pretty!!! Two people who are both so kind and welcoming had a classy and classic destination wedding in the mountains of Vermont. Hailing from NYC, they brought their favorite people with them to this gorgeous setting. We were so glad to be there too!

The ladies took a very un-rushed and casual approach to the day, getting ready, dancing, laughing, and cheer-sing the morning away. I can’t speak for the guys but I know it felt like a sleepover/slumber party in the ladies getting ready area. When we were ready to go we headed to the church and Amanda walked straight down the aisle in a matter of moments. Ian was waiting right there with his cute smile on his face. There was a collective gasp when she walked in… I mean… LOOK at her, and that DRESS!!! They even had a Bishop there to help in the ceremony, her great uncle Monseor Juan Antonio Flores (who sadly passed away mere days after the wedding).

After the ceremony, we headed into the Vermont wilds to take family photos, bridal party photos, and photos of just the two of them. It was calm and quiet and just the way we like to do it. No distractions, just us, them, and a gorgeous backdrop, (I know that makes every photographer jealous, myself included). Once we had the images that we loved, we all headed back to Sugarbush for a party of dancing dancing dancing!!