Month: June 2012

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

June 26, 2012 Mid-Coast Maine, Weddings

Amber and Mark’s Boothbay Harbor Maine Wedding

After a ridiculously beautiful Rehearsal Dinner, Amber and Mark’s wedding guests woke up to a forecast of rain and high winds. The couple had already moved to their “Plan C” since “Plan A” was outside on a deck and “Plan B” was under a tent, both of which would not work in that weather. You would expect Amber and Mark to be a bit disappointed, which they were, however…. they were not showing it. We walked into rooms with happy attendants and happy Amber and Mark. It was a testament to the fact that the wedding, for them, was not about anything other than marrying one another. In spite of the weather, there was a lot of opportunity to have fun with the photos too! Who would have thought that umbrellas were so photogenic? The Spruce Point Inn was in action with making “Plan C” lovely, and everyone was able to not only hear the couple say their vows in comfortable pretty chairs, but no one was getting rained on or blown out of their seats.

After the ceremony everyone went to the Pemaquid Room and signed this adventurous couples guestbook, which was a stack of postcards that they wanted everyone to write a note to them on. We loved the idea! The speeches were touching, the cake was delicious and by the end of the night, dancers young and old were fist-pumping on the dance floor.

 Venue: The Spruce Point Inn   |   Florist: Boothbay Region Greenhouse   |   Cake: Sweet Sensations

Officiant: Jon Page   |   Make-up: Spruce Point Inn Spa   |   DJ: Dionne Entertainment

 

June 22, 2012 Engagements, New Hampshire

Lisa and Suzy’s Portsmouth NH Engagement Session

Where do I even begin to tell you about Lisa and Suzy? When Dan and I first met them this past February, we met quite possibly the most welcoming people in the world. Even though we were there to talk business and find out if we were going to be a good fit for their wedding, Dan and I felt an almost immediate comfort around them, like they were hosting us, even in a restaurant. When we left that night, Dan and I felt like we had stumbled into an unforgettable relationship and we were blessed to not only know them, but to be able to photograph their wedding this July.

After 18 years together, Lisa and Suzy will officially tie the knot in Portsmouth NH and we cannot wait to be there to not only photography it, but to see two of our friends marry one another.

For their engagement session, we met them at the Venue where they will be holding their reception and got to see the place up close and personal before the big day. After the rooftop fun, we headed to their house and met their two dogs, and got to just spend time with them while they did what they do, which is honestly the most genuine place for couple to be. It was a pleasure.

June 19, 2012 Mid-Coast Maine, Rehearsal Dinner

Amber and Mark’s Rehearsal Dinner in Boothbay Maine

After the Mini-Engagement session, we all headed unto a boat for a sunset cruise around Boothbay on the Harbor Princess. Many of their closest friends and relatives enjoyed Lobster Rolls and local beers, as we all watched the sun do its setting on the best weather of the weekend. It was especially notable because the following day was weather to remember, with almost 4 inches of rain and high winds. After 2 hours on the boat, we landed and everyoone headed over to a local place for oysters and drinks. It was just as you would imagine… Maine at it’s finest.

Try to avoid licking your computer screen when you see the “lobstah.” I had trouble editing it without my mouth watering.

June 13, 2012 Engagements, Mid-Coast Maine

Amber and Mark’s Boothbay Harbor ME Engagement Session

Amber and Mark wanted us to photograph their rehearsal dinner, but the boat ride would only last 2 hours. They decided to have a mini-engagment session with us before we all embarked on a cruise around the Boothbay area. The weather was unparalleled. It was truly the most perfect weather in my opinion for a day in Maine.

During this session, they gave one another gifts.  Amber gave Mark a handsome watch and Mark gave Amber diamond earrings, which she showed off all night long, (and I assume for years to come). Mark actually grew up in Boothbay. As we were walking around the town and visiting some of his favorites spots, (including the candy store he worked at as a kid), I asked him if he was aware of this place. What I meant was, did he see the town for all its beauty and charm, or was it simply home and therefore not on his radar? He assured me that it was not lost on him. Whew!