I didn’t want to keep Kim in suspense any longer!   Friends and family, make sure you register for the online gallery.

 

I’m editing Kristina and Derrick’s Peaks Island wedding and have to share this gorgeous bridesmaid’s bouquet.  By the talented Judy Bourgeois of Flora Fauna.

 

 Driving to weddings here in Maine is an adventure all its own.   Armed with a modern GPS unit as well as reams of Google maps, I still end up getting lost.  That is why I breathed a big sigh of relief when I came across the first of many roadside signs directing me to Joan and Jay’s wedding.  The destination was the groom’s family’s summer place on Westport Island.  With stunning views and requisite old barn, this place is a photographer’s dream.       

Weddings held at private residences always have such a wonderfully low key feel to them.  This one was no exception.  Everyone was pitching in and lending a hand where needed.  By the time the guests arrived it had started to rain fairly heavily, and talk started of moving the ceremony under the tent.  No one wanted to give up on having the ceremony on the lawn overlooking the water so we debated and waited.  The couple counted on the patience of their guests and was not disappointed.  Everyone gladly helped move tables and chairs in anticipation of the ceremony being under the tent.  And when the skies began to clear, not a single grumble could be heard when it was decided to go back to plan A – only the guests would have to stand.  In fact, when the ceremony started and Joan made her way down the “aisle” to meet Jay, the crowd cheered and erupted in applause.    

 

The rest of the day sort of followed that trend – lots patience, love and laughter, good food (have I forgotten to mention all of the yummy pies?!), and a “thrilling” dance number. 

 

Some of my favorite images are below.  To see more, check out this slideshow.  Friends and family can see the entire gallery here. 

 

Best wishes to Joan and Jay!  I am so thankful you trusted me to capture your wedding day.  It was an honor and a pleasure. 

 

  

 

 

Venue:  Private residence in Westport, Maine
Wedding Dress: Dessy with design alterations by Luly Yang
Bridesmaids:  Dessy
Flowers:  Sarah Bullett, Watershed Floral
Catering:  Seacoast Catering
Pies: Treats, Wiscasset, Maine
DJ:  Mark Sawyer