Ann + Patrick | Virginia Beach wedding

If you've followed us for a while you know that we cherish families and real moments. Ann and Patrick's wedding was a strong re-enforcement of those core values. For their weekend in Virginia Beach, we were lucky enough to be invited for the rehearsal dinner as guests. We were warmly welcomed into their home by all their family and friends and knew it was going to be a great wedding. With the exception of the impending tropical storm that included blasts of sideways rain and sand powered by 30+ mph winds that forced the ceremony indoors. Still, that didn't stop Ann and Patrick from braving the weather to do their first look and portraits on the beach. The umbrellas were not just for show.

We were amazed at their resilience to not let anything spoil their day and even more impressed with how much love and happiness there was at their ceremony and reception. 

Please enjoy their story below.

Wedding planner, florist, decor: Carrie of The Happy Hour Hostess
Hair: Christina Divel (relative of bride)
Makeup: Sarah Divel (relative of bride)
Rehearsal Dinner Caterer: Yummy Goodness Catering
Cake: Smith Island Baking Co.
Venue: Terrapin Restaurant
Singer/DJ: Kayce Laine
Ann's gown: Nicole Miller
Patrick's suit: JCrew

Suzanne & Andrew | Longview Gallery Wedding

Disclaimer: There is an abundance of beautiful and touching images to view below.

Some couples steal our hearts, other melt them away. Suzanne & Andrew and Blain did both. Blain is a soccer star and Suzanne's 10 year old son who was just so sweet. It was obvious how much he loved and looked up to Andrew. We loved all of the things that made this trio click, especially their family and friends. Andrew is a graphic artist and Suzanne is from Guyana which meant a great dancing party! Aside from a tiny bit of rain the day went off perfectly. In fact due to the rain we had their first look and portraits at the National Gallery of Art which was a perfect setting for them. We spent the rest of the day at Long View Gallery for a extremely touching and emotional ceremony topped of with fabulous party which was conducted by the band Amaretto.

Big thanks to our associate photographer Garrett for shooting with us while his wife was ever so close to going into labor!

Wedding Planner: Lindsey Farrell of Kelley Cannon Events
Hair: Amie Decker Beauty
Makeup: Lori Markowitz
Florist/Decorations: Amaryllis
Lighting: Sparks Entertainment
Caterer/Cake/Desserts: Occasions Caterers
Venue: Long View Gallery
Band: Amaretto
Portrait location: National Gallery of Art

Claire + Joel | Charlottesville wedding

We love easy going, simple and sweet weddings and Claire and Joel delivered on that note. We've known Joel for some time now and he's good friends with Ale and Aly whose wedding we photographed last year. Claire and Joels ceremony was held at the beautiful Wesley Memorial on UVA's campus and had their cocktail and reception on stunning family farm not too far away. We just loved all the sweet moments between Claire & Joel's siblings and parents and had a blast hanging out with their fun and crazy wedding party.

Congrats again to Claire and Joel and our best wishes go out to you and yours.

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


 

Jayson + Simone | The Mansion at FDU Florham

It was one of those kind of parties! But before we go there, lets talk about the simple beauty and fun of the day. Simone was an absolute dream to photograph while the bridal party was full of hilarious and boisterous characters. We found ourselves following Simone and Jayson of a fun ride of silly, to serious, to romantic, to stoic, to playful during our portrait time. So much in fact that below is barely a sample of what we did. Their families and friends were equally marvelous and spending the day with them was something like a phenomenon. The day ended with a dance celebration that will go down in history. See for yourself below!

Enjoy!

Vendors:
Wedding coordinator/Decor: Events by GREAT TO BE ME (Carol Solomon & Holly Aaron)
Hair: Amy Lutz Rabouin
Makeup: Shanah MUA & Jenna Kelly
Florist: Hanna's Florist & Gift Shop
Caterer: Gourmet Dining
Cake: Donna Yuen
Venue(s): Chapel of the Immaculate Conception- Seton Hall University; The Mansion at Fairleigh Dickinson University
DJ: Infinity Entertainment Co.
Brides and Bridesmaids Dresses: Alfred Angelo /Dessy
Grooms/Groomsmen Suits: Tommy Hilfiger