I am so excited to share with you these images from Rebecca and Bailey’s wedding. From the beautiful bride in her stunning Vera Wang confection to the handsome groom in his kilt to the simple yet perfect decorations, this wedding had it all. Tented backyard weddings have an innate low key vibe that I just love. This wedding was no exception. I arrived to find the groom and the groomsmen doing cannonballs into the pool and sharing stories about the groom. Then I found Rebecca, freshly coiffed and made up, grabbing a quick bite to eat before getting into her gown. All of the wedding day preparations were in the capable hands of Bridget Brunet so everyone really got a chance to relax and take in the special quiet moments that come when you are getting ready for the wedding to begin.

The ceremony was just down the road in an historic Episcopal church. It was with great joy that Rebecca and Bailey exchanged their vows and rings. Guests walked back down the street to the house and tent and got the party started. They kept right on with the festivities well into the night as the full moon rose behind the tall trees bordering the yard. The party was in full swing when Rebecca and Bailey made a sweet escape with a sparkler send off. I’m pretty sure the guests kept right on partying well into the wee hours.

Below are some highlights from the day. See more in the slideshow. Enjoy!

 

 

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A quintessential seaside Maine wedding with a southern twist? Oh yeah, this wedding definitely delivered. Sarah and Stephen planned a destination wedding complete with a rehearsal dinner lobster bake, lobster trap decorations and twin lobster logos on all of the wedding signage, and soft cotton bolls in the bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces. Boothbay Harbor’s beautiful seaside Spruce Point Inn made for the perfect location for the wedding. Sarah had meticulously planned and organized her wedding day, and she impressed me with her ability to let the day unfold on its own even when things — like the weather — didn’t go according to plan. I think some brides might have been crushed when the wedding day started out sunny and turns into a monsoon in the middle of the family photos. But not Sarah. She and Stephen braved horizontal rain and scary dark skies for pictures on the dock and rocks. The videographer even bailed on us because of the extreme weather! I am so grateful for Sarah and Stephen were willing to tough it out because the images we got are beautiful and a true representation of the their day.

It was with much sadness that I learned of Stephen’s father’s passing shortly after the wedding. At the wedding his father was nothing short of kind and accommodating, and his joy and pride for his son was evident. Preparing the images for them, knowing of their terrible loss and that the pictures we took that day were now even more precious, really drove home the reason why I work so hard at this.

Cheers to Sarah and Stephen. I know you are going to have a lifetime of joy and gratitude together.

To see more from this wedding, please take a look at this Spruce Point Inn Wedding slideshow.

 

 

 

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I adore Bar Harbor weddings. The light up in Downeast Maine is just so stunning. The kinds of couples attracted to having their weddings in Bar Harbor are usually adventurous, and they often have personal ties to the area. This all combines for a truly special event. The Bar Harbor Club is an especially wonderful spot. Not only is the venue beautiful, but the staff there are top notch. They really go out of their way to make sure your day goes smoothly.

But enough about the place. A wedding is not only where it is held but more importantly it is about the couple getting married. Amanda and Frank were such a joy to photograph. They gave me the time and trust needed to authentically capture their day. The ceremony was so lovely, and the party was HUGE. This group was all sorts of fun on the dance floor.

Many thanks to Amanda and Frank and to their family and friends for so kindly welcoming me. Best wishes to the happy couple for a life together that is filled with love and gratitude.

Enjoy the highlights below. You can see more in this Bar Harbor Club wedding slideshow.

 

The bride wore a gown by Maggie Sottero from Kleinfeld NY. The bridesmaids wore Bari Jay dresses. Hair and make up was by the ladies at the Bar Harbor Club spa.

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