summer - Part 4

August 8, 2012 Portland Maine, Weddings

Lyndsey and Ben’s Portland Maine Wedding

Finally we got to photograph a wedding in our favorite city, Portland Maine!

Lyndsey and Ben, (who are adorable as you can see on their “Meet Our Couples” blog post as well as their “Engagement Session” blog post), had a wedding that was a party and a blast the entire day! Typically there are a few different phases throughout the day, but it was honestly a fun-fest from before we got there until after we left. We met the girls at the O2 Salon, because Ben and his guys were going to be a few minutes late due to the fact that they were shooting guns like good ole’ boys. Fact. The girls were chillin’ at the salon, on time, and having a blast. Once we were all ready, we headed to the chartered SCHOOL BUS to take us around the city and have a photo taking fiesta. Lyndsey and Ben had their first-look in private and then it was ON with all their bridal party, them, and us. We went all over Portland, taking photos at Widgery Warf, the Old Port, and inside Gritty’s Brew Pub. They were having so much fun, the bartender thought they were celebrating post-wedding. When he found out it was PRE-ceremony he was highly impressed and said he had more respect for them now. I don’t get it but it is pretty funny just the same. My favorite moment of the ceremony was when they passed their rings through the family in the crowd so they could bless the rings before they were exchanged. It was a really unique moment that I really loved.

After the ceremony, the family had a private toast upstairs at the Port City Music Hall. Next they headed downstairs and tapped two kegs to get the reception started. We did a took more couple photos, including a few mini-couple sessions for their Bridal Party, as a gift from Lyndsey and Ben to their friends. It was super fun! The dance party began and didn’t stop. I felt like we have JUST arrived on scene when we had to leave. When our friend Brandy came to pick us up, I wanted to come back in and crash it with her and get our dance on! Yay for Lyndsey and Ben and their INCREDIBLY fun wedding!

Venue: Port City Music Hall | Event Coordinator: The Black Tie Company

Florist: Island Flowers | DJ: Todd the Rocket

June 28, 2012 Mid-Coast Maine, Weddings

Julie and Chet’s Sebasco Maine Wedding

When Julie and Chet contacted us about their wedding we were so excited about it. We could tell they were unique and fun and we are all about that. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Dan and I were able to get to know them a little better and we were right. We loved them. Julie was such a cool girl. I wish I could think of a better word to describe her but honestly, “cool” fits her pretty well. Chet is the kind of person that you are fast friends with and who will be the friend you always want to be more like. This was shown over and over again for both of them through the speeches at their reception.

Julie and Chet are private couple. This trait created one of the most romantic and intimate moments that we have ever witnessed as wedding photographers. Julie and Chet opted to exchange vows with one another alone. On their wedding day, after their “first look,” they walked out onto a private cove and told one another their commitment. Dan and I stood far away with our cameras, honored to be the only witnesses of the event. After their private vow ceremony they had a more traditional ceremony later, complete with wedding vows about Law & Order and future puppies together.

The reception was Maine “to a T” with Maine brews and Lobster and family and friends enjoyed an evening celebrating Julie and Chet’s forever love.

Venue: Sebasco Harbor Resort | Florist: Emily Carter Floral Designs

Officiant: Bill Harris | Band: SPLASH

May 3, 2012 Virginia, Weddings

Dane and Michelle’s Virginia Beach VA Wedding

It was slightly overcast and breezy outside the day of Dane and Michelle’s Virginia Beach wedding. The weather said it was going to rain. As Michelle got ready, I heard almost no mention of the impending rain but rather casual chat and comfort among friends and family. Michelle seemed completely unphased by the fact that their wedding may be a rainy event. It was clear that her sole focus for this day was to marry Dane. During the first look it was impossible to keep a dry eye. It was just so sweet to see how excited Dane was to see his bride! Dane and Michelle have been together over seven years and that history created such a comfortable environment. They just knew each other so well that this felt like a celebration of something that everyone involved felt sure of. It felt like it was meant to be without question. Michelle is Dane’s girl… and there is no doubt about it. The way he looks at her was enough to make me cry sitting at home editing these photos! That is how intense and honest this love story is. It rained, and it cleared up, and most importantly of all the weather had no effect on their day. It was… perfect.

Venue: Yacht Club at Marina Shores Â | Â Florist: Black Iris Floral Events Â | Â Caterer: Creative Catering Â | Â Cake: Incredible Edibles

Officiant: Susan Turner Â | Â Make-up: Irresistable Artistry Â | Â DJ: Arch Entertainment Â | Â Videography: LNR Productions Â | Â Gown: Yara Bridal

September 1, 2011 North Carolina, Weddings

Chris and Katy’s Raleigh NC Wedding

You may remember Chris and Katy fromÂ theirÂ engagement session at UNC Chapel Hill last January. It was a far cry from chilly weather for their wedding. It was so hot that when we went outside for a few shots our lenses fogged up!

IÂ immediatelyÂ got excited forÂ theirÂ Ceremony when I was witness to Katy’s happiness in marrying Chris. She had requested that we take a photo of the two of them on either side of a door, before their ceremony. They held hands and Chris smiled. Katie smiled too but she also filled with tears. She was so happy to be marrying him. It reminded me of the emotional response that comes with a first look, without actually having one. She also took a few moments during all the bustle of getting ready and found a secret quiet place so that she could wrap her mind around things. I could tell that she knew the importance and significance of what was about to occur and she did not take it lightly. It really touched me to see a bride so in touch with the day and the moments within it.

Congrats Chris and Katy! May God bless your marriage and fill your days with happiness!

May 31, 2011 North Carolina, Personal, Weddings

Jon & Joanna’s Raleigh NC Wedding

Jon and Joanna have been dating only a year less than Dan and I have been together. They met the first semester ofÂ theirÂ Freshman year in college and have been together ever since. I remember one evening over four years ago that Joanna chased me out the front door of our parents house. It had been only one month into their relationship and she said, “Bethany, he’s the one. I’m going to marry him one day.” She was right, and I could not be happier for the two of them!

This wedding came together in a mere 6 weeks! You read that right. They were engaged in early April and the wedding was on May 15 in the NC Raulston Arboretum. It was a perfect day with a soft breeze and birds singing throughout the ceremony. It was a blessing to be a part of everything, both photographing as well as being in the wedding!

Congrats Joanna and Jon!!! We are so very happy for the two of you and we cannot wait to see what the future hold for your lives! We love you both very much.

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