Marisa & Josh | Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Wedding

Marisa and Josh had a late October wedding on one the most beautiful days last fall. These two are such a great couple together. We just loved spending the day with them and capturing the love, fun and energy of their family and friends. There were many highlights for us but the one that stood out the most was when Marisa's sister gave her toast. She rapped to the tune of Fresh Prince of Bel Air! It was a totally unexpected moment as she kept it a surprise from everyone. The crowd erupted and it set the tone for the rest of the reception which was punctuated by excellent music by the band Amsterdam and some insane dancing.

Vendor Details:
Hair: Julianne Amigo and Virginia Fingland (friends of the bride)
Florist & decorations: Seaberry Farms
Caterer & Venue: Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
Cake & Desserts: Julie Bakes
Band, lighting & photobooth: Amsterdam, EBE Entertainment
Bride/Bridesmaids dresses: Essense of Australia / Wtoo
Groom/Groomsmen Suits: Perry Ellis (Macy's)
Linens and Chairs: Rentals to Remember

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Lauren & Peter | The Oaks Waterfront Inn

Last summer we photographed Alex and Bailey's touching and equally beautiful wedding in Lake Chautauqua, NY. While Lauren was a guest we didnt officially get to meet her. Sometime after, Alex and Bailey had dinner with Lauren and Peter. As the story goes, Alex vehemently insisted to L & P that they must hire us for their wedding. From L & P's perspective we wish we could have seen a video of the scenario because it sounded intense.

We then photographed their engagement session in June of this year and totally had a couple crush on them. They are so SWEET and tons of fun to be around. They even surprised us with cupcakes for Lionel's birthday!

Their wedding day at The Oaks Waterfront Inn was nothing short of perfectly magical. They had the love and support of some of the most amazing group we've ever seen. There were so many feel good moments it was hard choosing what to show here. One of the most memorable moments of the day for us was directly after the ceremony where they quietly celebrated with an emotional "We did it" and exchange of some sweet kisses. We both remember crying behind the camera ourselves.

They did manage to pull off one of the wildest receptions that left us exhausted afterwards, though we wouldn't have it any other way.

Please enjoy some of the days favorites below.

Thanks to the following team to making it a success:
Venue/Caterer: The Oaks Waterfront Inn
Brides Gown: Maggie Sottero
DJ: Jordan of EventProDJ
Hair: Kimi Harbaugh
Makeup: Meghan Whalen
Florist: Monteray Farms
Cake/Desserts: Bay Country Bakery
Rehearsal Dinner: Tidewater Inn
Strings: Chesapeake Strings
Stationary: M. Hopple & Co.
Rings: Cornell's Jewelers


 

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Lesley + Mike | Easton, Md Wedding

Feels good, feels right! When looking at these images we just love the story of happiness that is evident in the faces and energy of their day. 

We met Lesley & Michael a few years ago at Nina & Anthony's wedding. We hit it off back then and were excited when they got in touch with us to shoot their wedding. There were some nerves in the air that weekend about the tropical storm but we managed to dodge the showers during portraits. Still the mood was not dampened by the weather and all their family and friends were in great spirits. At every turn someone was laughing, smiling, crying, goofing off, embracing or celebrating. It didnt stop until the last person left the dance floor.

Vendor Details:
Wedding coordinator/planner: Kari Rider Events
Hair: Kate Kimbles, Studio 2 Salon
Makeup: Christopher McKinney [friend of the bride]
Florist: Rhonda Kaplan
Cake/Desserts: Classic Cakes, Salisbury Maryland
Venue (reception): Family home, Waverly Island Road, Easton, MD
Design/Decoration: Bride :)
DJ/Sound: Brian Crow, Crow Entertainment
Bride/Bridesmaids dress: Monique Lhuillier [wedding gown] from Carine's Bridal and Donna Morgan [bridesmaids] from Nordstrom Miami
Grooms / Groomsmen Suits: Suit Supply [groom] and JOS Bank [groomsmen]