Bethany Cox | Maine Wedding Photographers Bethany and Dan

February 22, 2019 New Hampshire, Weddings

New Hampshire Wedding: Shannon and Josh

There was a lot going on this wedding day. The weather was absolutely nuts, with snow, sleet, freezing rain, rain, clouds, and sunshine. Some parts of the day made it impossible to take photos outside, while other parts of the day were absolutely beautiful for them. Thankfully Shannon and Josh were easy-going all day long, chill and laid-back, and simply over the moon to be getting married. There seemed to be nothing else that they cared about other than each other and making their love story officially official. I adore when couples are this way, and no mud on the bottom of her dress was going to stop her from making the most of the weather that day.

Josh cried when she walked down the aisle to him, a moment I’m sure we all were moved by. They said “Yes,” to each other and they were finally married! One thing I adored about this day was their focus on one another. They ate together, laughed together, and, in a rarely seen event on wedding days, they danced together almost the whole night! It was a PARTY to say it lightly, and they spent almost the whole dance party by each other’s side. You gotta love that. This was a fun wedding to end our 2018 season on.

Venue: Longlook Farm | Coordinator: Creations by Collis

Hair: Chrome Salon | Makeup: Lamoureux Artistry

Florist: Lakes Region Floral | Cake: Oo La La Creative Cakes

Catering: The Red Blazer | Bar: On the Rocks Bartending

Music: Crown Special Events

February 13, 2019 Engagements, Southern Maine

Sebago Lake Engagement Session: Mariah and Roger

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it 100 times. We love photographing couples in meaningful places. Mariah and Roger chose a family property, right on Sebago Lake, to have their engagement session. They upped the ante by bringing along their two dogs, Peaches and Otter. Next, they added lots of laughs and snuggles and love. It was just the right recipe for a really joyful experience.

I felt instantly comfortable around them and had a genuinely good time making these images with them. The session went by so quickly for me, and before I knew it we were into the blue hour, having lost the sun way too early for my taste. At least the moon was up and the light was still fun to work with.

Besides being a wonderful session in the first place, we will never ever forget this one because right at the end of the night, WE DROPPED OUR CAMERA IN THE LAKE! Mariah looked completely horrified and I was more concerned with making her feel better while Dan went swimming to retrieve the camera. Thank goodness for insurance and positive attitudes 😉

Honestly… worth it.

February 4, 2019 Southern Maine, Weddings

Migis Lodge Wedding: Paula and Russ

Photographing Paula and Russ get married was the kind of experience I seek out. Dan and I both adore photographing couples who are confident and know themselves, feel secure in their relationship, and are getting married because they are wholly and completely in love with each other. Their wedding was simple without being plain. Both of their personalities were complimented within the vibe and design of the day, which is what we dream of being a part of as wedding photographers.

The day started for us with a few minutes of them getting ready and then it was right into the first look. Their excitement was palpable and they were so easy going through the whole process. After a few photos, it was time for the ceremony, just like that! Paula and I rode a boat to the ceremony location, where everyone was waiting for her. I’ll never get over how FAST a ceremony really happens. Within a few minutes, couples go from engaged to married. They walked back down the aisle as husband and wife. After the ceremony, they both got onto the boat for a little getaway, and then it was time for the reception.

There was food for DAYS and lots of super fun and joyful dancing. We stole away for some photos with them in the setting sun and I was vibrating with excitement because the light was INSANE. I love that they were super flexible and we could go out when the sun got stinkin gorgeous.

Also.. the Migis Lodge is incredible. Enjoy!!

Venue: Migis Lodge

January 24, 2019 New Hampshire, Weddings

Exeter NH Wedding: Reynolds and Bryant

Wanna talk about a wild planning process? Well look no further than this couple. Reynolds and Bryant contacted us with a lovely plan in place to have their wedding at a NH Brewery. With everything booked and in place, the Brewery closed! They reached out to us with a new plan, a nearby Farm and Apple Orchard. Booked with the same date, everything was all set again. THEN… things had to change again, and the booked the country club ballroom that Reynolds sister had her wedding in. I literally cannot imagine the stress these two went through with that roller coaster of planning adventures. They had their hearts focused on the right thing though… each other.

The wedding day was seamless. You would never think all that went down in the planning process. The weather was absolutely ideal. The whole thing went off without a hitch. They were wrapped up in love with each other and everyone else was adoring of them. What more could you ask for on a wedding day really?

Also, take note of Reynolds dress. It was worn by many women in her family for generations. How cool is that??

Ceremony: Phillips Church | Reception: Abenaqui Country Club

Hair: Ciccolini Salon | Florist: Cymbidium Floral

Cake: Simply Elegant Cakes | Band: Brandy Band

January 16, 2019 Mid-Coast Maine, Weddings

Bremen Maine Wedding: Brianna and Jake

A family property on the ocean in Maine… a total dream location for us every single time.

Brianna’s family has had this farmhouse property for generations, so there was no question where she and her love Jake would have their wedding. Overlooking the ocean, they said their vows, in the side yard of the house with all their favorite people in attendance. Right afterward, the four of us went down to a nearby cove to take photos, at the height of that “Just Married” excitement!

Next, it was dinner and drinks, speeches and dancing. We loved the energy on the dance floor at their wedding. There was even a chihuahua in attendance! At the end of the night, we all walked down to the water for a fireworks show in the moonlight. Doesn’t sound like a dream you guys?