Angela and Fams' York ME Wedding

Angela and Nfamara (known as Fams to his friends and family) were married on October 22nd, with a ceremony at a private home in York, Maine, followed by a reception dinner at The Steakhouse in Wells, Maine. 

These two had gone on vacation to Maine a few days after Christmas in 2014 and went for a walk on the Marginal Way. Usually, they would sit on the rocks and just talk and enjoy the views, but it was freezing cold, and Angela kept asking if they could leave. Fams’ response? NO. But it was worth it when she turned around to see him down on one knee!

Angela and Fams had decided not to do a first look before the ceremony. Fams thought they would do it, but the night before the wedding, she told him to sleep somewhere else and would not even let him text her good morning—no contact before the wedding. It was hard for Angela, because Fams is usually the one to calm her down when she’s nervous, but she said that she would never forget the look in his eyes when she arrived at the ceremony. He held her hand after she walked down the aisle to him, and you could see her completely calming down after that. 

The house that they rented for the ceremony was absolutely stunning, and we were able to get some wonderful pictures with the bridal party in that amazing venue. 

One of the other things I loved about this wedding was the little details in the way the bridal party took care of the bride and groom. Someone even thought to bring mints, because your mouth goes dry when you’re nervous!

Fams & Angela, thank you so much for allowing me to be part of this amazing day in your lives. Congratulations to you both!

Vendors

Dress Boutique: The Bridal and Tux Boutique Greenfield MA

Florist: Dandelions Easthampton MA  

Makeup: Artistry by Liz

Dresses: Davids Bridal

Brides Rings: Pompeii 3 Jewelry

Grooms Ring: Sayegh Jewelers 

Meghan and Joe's Delaney House Wedding

Meghan and Joe were married on October 10th, with a ceremony and reception at the Delaney House. 

These two had been best friends since high school and had even been dating other people before they finally got together during the summer after their freshman year of college. 

One Spring Break, when Joe was living in Florida working with the Phillies, Meghan came down to visit. They went out to watch the sunset on Clearwater Beach, and Meghan’s friend, Kelly, was busy photographing the scenery and sunset as Joe walked Kelly down the beach. Kelly was distracted by the scenery but happened to snap a photo of the two of them hugging right after Joe proposed!

Joe and Meghan decided not to do a first look for their wedding, so they saw each other for the first time when Meghan was walking down the aisle. They really felt that it was worth it to have that genuine moment of excitement and love!

They wanted to make sure that everyone was having a fun time, so they skipped the soups and appetizers for the meals after the ceremony, just getting down to the main stuff so they could party. And then, once the dancing started, it was amazing to see that everyone stayed out on the dance floor the whole time.

Meghan was definitely a DIY bride—she said that it was important to her to make their wedding as personal as she could. She was also a bit nervous about being the center of attention, but by the time the day of the wedding rolled around, she was having so much fun that she wasn’t nervous or anxious at all!

Thank you, Joe & Meghan, for allowing me to be part of your special day. You two were truly amazing and fun to be around, and I wish you the best in your future together!

Vendors

Cake Maker: The Delaney House

Makeup: Karrie Welch

Wedding Planner: Rachel Voci (with the Delaney House)

DJ: Steve G. Productions

Florist: Fairview Gardens

Emily and Tom's Wedding at Glen Magna Farms

Emily and Tom were married on May 14th, with a ceremony and reception at Glen Magna Farms in Danvers, MA.

I’ve known Emily for many years as a friend and past colleague, so I was thrilled when she asked me to be there as their photographer. It was truly an honor. What’s more, Glen Magna is right outside my alma mater, Monserrat College of Art , so it was a great feeling to reflect on how far I’ve come in my career.

Emily and Tom met online. She saw that he had listed the “Safety Dance” as his favorite music, and she messaged him about it because she thought it was hilarious. There has not been a day since then that they haven’t spoken—and they even played that song at their wedding as their final song.

Tom proposed at the Boston Aquarium, where they had their second date. He had one of the divers dive into the big tank and hold up a sign asking her to marry him, all while the diver captured the whole thing on Go Pro. I love how personal the whole experience was, and Emily’s engagement ring is also one of the most unique I have ever seen.

Before the wedding itself, Tom and Emily had a first look early in the morning. Tom had been adamant about not seeing the dress or makeup before then, and both of them enjoyed the moment of stillness with just the two of them before the craziness started.

After that, there was a beautiful ceremony and then plenty of partying. I loved that the groomsmen all wore sneakers—they were clearly ready for a good time.

Emily & Tom, thank you for trusting me to capture this moment for you. It was truly an honor to be included in your day, and I wish you both the best together!

Vendors:

DJ/Band: Andrew Galante

First Dance Song: “Time in a Bottle” by Jim Croche

Caterer: Vinwood Caterers

Venue: Glen Magna Farms

Eloyd and Latitia's Society Room of Hartford Wedding

Eloyd and Latitia were married on November 28th with a ceremony and reception at the Society Room of Hartford in Hartford, CT

Eloyd and Latitia met during high school but did not start dating until after they graduated. They have been together for 10 years as of this upcoming June, and it was clear when I was first approached by Eloyd over a year before the wedding that this was a day that the two of them had been looking forward to for some time.

Eloyd is a photographer and videographer, so there is always a little pressure when I’m working for someone who is a artistic professional. We both love creative lighting, and it was important to me not only to give him the look he was asking for but to exceed his expectations.

At first, Latitia wasn’t too sure about doing a first look, but I’m glad that they decided to go ahead and do it. Even though the Society Room is gorgeous, we met up for that tender moment at Hartford City Hall, and ultimately, they both felt that the day was smoother and fuller because of it. Then we went over to the venue for the rest of the images followed by the ceremony and reception. 

I especially enjoyed being able to shoot at the Society Room for this wedding. An amazing venue like that helps me to get the best shots possible, and I was glad for the chance to work there. I loved all the little nooks and crannies, especially the old bank vault. We had some fun with that for the portraits. 

Thank you, Latitia & Eloyd, for trusting me with your beautiful day. I loved getting to capture every moment. 

Vendors:

Venue - The Society Room of Hartford

Cake - Creative Cakes by Donna

Dress - Mariella Creations

Florist - Terri Krisevage

Videographer - SkyRide Productions

DJ - Shawn Santanello

First Song - Jason Mraz- “I Won't Give Up”