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Tiffany & James: Colby College Wedding, Waterville, Maine

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I’ve known James’ sister for years, and was lucky enough to photograph her beautiful wedding last summer in Bethel, Maine.  It was at that time that I got to meet James and Tiffany… and got to know the entire LaLiberty family.  When I got the call last year from Tiffany telling me that they were engaged, I was so happy for them… and I’ve been looking forward to photographing their wedding ever since.

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James and Tiffany’s wedding was held in the Lorimer Chapel on the incredibly beautiful campus of Colby College in Waterville, Maine.  Though I haven’t lost my Bowdoin alum loyalty, Colby is such a spectacular setting, and getting married there has become something of a LaLiberty family tradition over the years.

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James sees Tiffany for the first time.  I just love his understated posture and smile.  Classic James.

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As understated as James is… here’s the opposite in Tiffany’s mom & sister.  Tiffany’s sister holds back tears while her mom giggles in delight as they watch James & Tiffany together for the first time.

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Tiffany’s beautiful open back dress, as they walk together to visit James’ grandmother before the ceremony.

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A crisp, beautiful day at Colby’s Lorimer Chapel.

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Beautiful bouquets in fall colors.

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Tiffany being walked down the aisle by her dad.

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James waiting patiently for her arrival.

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The wedding was presided over by James’ uncle.

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The Lorimer Chapel is incredibly beautiful.

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The kiss!

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After the happy couple recesses down the aisle…

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…a call comes out from the front of the church.  ”Does anyone hear that sound?”

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James’ aunt turns and yells “I do, that’s the sound of a LOVE TRAIN!”

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From somewhere in the chapel the song “Love Train” by the O’Jay’s starts blaring, and one of the most creative recessionals begins.

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The entire wedding party and family danced down the aisle leaving the church.

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After the wedding party theatrics, James and Tiffany took a brief moment together before joining the party at the reception.

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Table cards were hung on a string with clothespins… an opportunity to photograph Tiffany’s gorgeous vintage looking rings.

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Tiffany listens to a toast by one of the groomsmen…

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…and reacts to the toast of another.  Great toast!

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The fancy shoes were kicked off… and Tiffany and James began their first dance.

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I love James’ expression in this photo, not to mention the fun shadows.  Amazing dancers.

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It didn’t take much to get everyone else out on the dance floor.

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Holding court.

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I’m sure that Colby College’s insurance company will be thrilled when they see this image of these guys doing flips in each other’s arms.

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Bon Jovi… again.  No one is immune to their power.

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Tiffany dancing the night away.

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So beautiful.

Tiffany and James: It was WONDERFUL to support you both on your wedding day.  I just loved hanging out with you and your families… capturing all the fun and creativity that you brought to your wedding day.  What amazing friends and families you both have: I was honored to be there!  Thank you!

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Want to see Tiffany & James’ complete wedding photos?  Just click here or go to www.brianwedge.com

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Vendors:

Ceremony & Reception Location:  Colby College (Waterville, ME)

Flowers:  Annalisa McAllister, Floral Elements

Stationer:  Wedding Paper Divas

Ceremony Music:  Brian Cullen

DJ:  Mike Violette

Dessert:  Red Velvet Cupcakes (Two Fat Cats Bakery); Pumpkin Whoopie Pies  (Big G’s Deli)

Dress:  Monique Lhuiller

Hair:  Billy Dangler People’s Hair Salon & Knaughty Hair Salon

Photography: Brian Wedge Photography

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Kate & Steve: Outlook Farms Wedding, South Berwick, Maine

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New England fall weddings are spectacular.  The colors of the leaves, the chill in the air and the amazing sunsets are just some of the reasons we enjoy shooting in autumn.  Kate & Steve’s wedding at The Red Barn at Outlook Farms in South Berwick, Maine was wonderful… but the best part of their wedding wasn’t the trees or the weather, it was the people that were there.

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Kate & Steve win the award for being some of the funniest, most enthusiastic clients we’ve ever had.  Their energy was infectious, and Kate’s absurdly low maintenance attitude was a joy to be around.  Their wedding party was equally hilarious and welcoming.

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Katie and her bridesmaids hold back tears as they see each other for the first time.

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A suspicious look from the flower girl during the group photos.  She was not impressed by me!  Adorable.

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A cross from Katie’s grandmother’s wedding, carried again years later in Katie’s bouquet.

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Her beautiful bouquet.

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Waiting (patiently?) for everyone to arrive at the ceremony site.

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Katie and her dad coming down the isle… a quick ear to ear grin from Katie.

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Steve sees Katie for the first time.

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Beneath a multicolored maple tree, beside a red barn… the setting was spectacular.

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A knowing look as they exchange rings.

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The sun setting on their ceremony.

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Finally!  The kiss!

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They couldn’t have been happier.

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Sunset and a newly married couple.  Life is pretty good.

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Their beautiful rings.

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They looked great.

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Yummy cake… again, for journalistic reasons only, I had to try a piece.

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The timberframe construction of the Outlook Farms barn is incredible.

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Their first dance.

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Wedding bands amongst bottle caps from the reception.

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Cutting the cake.

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Bon Jovi gets ‘em again.

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Defying gravity.

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Katie breaks it down on the dance floor.

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The newest “Mr. and Mrs.”

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Congratulations Katie & Steve!  We had such a great time with you, your family and friends!  What a party!  Thanks again for having us!

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Vendors:

Ceremony / Reception Location: Outlook Farms (Berwick, ME)

Florist: Blooms Flower Shoppe (Wells, ME)

Stationer: PaperSource (Boston, MA)

DJ: Michael O’Neill (Boston, MA)

Cake: Jacques Pastries (Suncook, NH)

Dress: Paloma Blanca

Hair:  Freedom Salon & Day Spa (York, ME)

Makeup:  Andrea Paulo (Boston, MA)

Photography: Brian Wedge Photography

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WPJA Award Winning Images Again!

We were PSYCHED this week to learn that THREE of our images had won awards from the prestigious Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA). Yay!  We’re always proud to be part of the WPJA as they represent some of the best and most creative photojournalists on the planet.  In their most recent contest we entered these images knowing that they would be going up against stiff international competition… never expecting that they would do so well.

One of our awards came in the category “Emotion.”  We’re thrilled to see that, because the hallmark of our work comes from an ability to capture the natural moments & real emotion in an unobtrusive, creative manner.  There’s an elemental truth in this scene: one of joy, relief and love.  What a wonderful opportunity to capture something like that for a great couple!

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JUDGES COMMENTS: There’s pure joy in this photograph. It’s a clean, easy to read shot that has immediate impact, revealed through their body language. It’s a simple, yet, effective image that evokes a higher emotional state than the others for me.

JUDGES COMMENTS: A dreamy, long lens image that makes one think they are in a dream. These two obviously are, and the outstretched arms are like one big smile ready to embrace the groom.

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We also received another award for our image of an engagement ring left beside a note from a groom to his bride.  At our core, we’re storytellers… and it’s important that we always attempt to capture details in a way that contribute to that underlying story.  We usually arrive early at weddings to creatively document these details… often overlooked by folks at first glance, but cherished years later as an important element to their very special day.  Something as simple as a ring and five words from a brief letter says so much.

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The final award winner came in the category “Reception.”  This image is from Liz & Jack’s Farm reception near Pemaquid, Maine.  They impulsively started running into the orchards, and Liz ran herself right out of her shoes!  We love this image because it really reflects who Liz and Jack are: fun, athletic and super excited to be married.  Once again, the natural moments captured creatively are the best!
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Thanks so much to all our incredible clients, friends, fans and family for your support.  Our most important judges are always you… but it’s nice to be recognized by an international organization like the Wedding Photojournalist Association!

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Sarah & Nick: York, Maine Wedding (Morning Glory Inn & Clay Hill Farm)

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I first met Sarah way back in the day (I think it was 1996).  I was taking a year off from college to work and ski the mountains of Utah.  Within days of arriving, I had been quickly “adopted” by Sarah and her incredibly outgoing and gregarious friends.  That winter we skied and climbed all over the Wasatch range, and even made time to leave our precious snow for a few journeys into the Utah desert.  It was the best winter of my life… 100+ days of skiing, laughing and exploring without a care in the world.  Though years had passed, all of our Utah friends had kept in some sort of communication… and when I got the email from Sarah saying she had found the man of her dreams, I was absolutely ecstatic to photograph her big day!

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It took Sarah about 4 minutes to get dressed.  No fuss with this girl ever, and she looks THIS great!

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Classic Sarah moment: she snuck out the back door so she could see who had arrived and what the ceremony site looked like.

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Something old… gifts from her family.

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Walking with her dad.  A proud moment.

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Nick is peering around a corner eagerly awaiting his first glimpse of Sarah.

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Finally, the moment arrives… well worth the wait.  Nick sees her for the first time.

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The energy between these two is incredible.  Happy would be an understatement.

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Nick’s uncle watches the wedding from a nearby window.

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The kiss!

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Sarah’s bouquet.

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One of a few beautiful toasts offered by her family.

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Listening to the toasts.

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This is Nick and Sarah as they really are: always snuggling, goofing around and laughing.

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Beautiful.

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The new wedding bands look great!

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Yummy cake!

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At the reception, the kids stole the show.  Here, Sarah’s little brother takes the mic and rocks out!

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Sarah’s nieces and nephews were everywhere on the dance floor.

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I don’t think I can remember a wedding where more folks danced.  There was barely enough room!

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She can’t help but respond when Flo Rida’s “Low” is played by the band (no joke).  Absolutely amazing!

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This is a serious dip… I didn’t think they were coming up from this one, but they did without a problem.

Sarah & Nick… thanks so much for having me.  Your wedding was beautiful, intimate and a wonderful reflection of you both.  It was fantastic to be able to be there to support you and your families!  I had a wonderful time… thank you!!

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Vendors:

Ceremony Location:  Morning Glory Inn

Reception:  Clay Hill Farm

Band: Felix Brown Band

Florist: Lyndsey Loring Design

Paper: Momental Designs

Cake: Let Them Eat Cake

Dress: Judd Waddell

Photographer:  Brian Wedge Photography

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Heidi & Ross: Sebasco Harbor Resort Wedding, Maine

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Sebasco Harbor Resort is one of our favorite New England wedding locations to photograph.  Just across The New Meadows River from The Boathouse Studio (the Maine home of Brian Wedge Photography), The Sebasco Harbor Resort is a idyllic spot that looks out over the islands of Casco Bay.  When Heidi and Ross booked us just over a year ago to photograph their wedding, we were absolutely thrilled to be returning to Sebasco for the big celebration!

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The Lobsterbake Rehearsal Dinner

The moment I met with Heidi and Ross I knew I enjoyed them instantly.  They are both intelligent, talented, organized and driven people who have the unique ability to execute complex tasks and then, in an instant, have the versatility to be giggling and laughing until it hurts.  They’re probably two of the most accomplished folks you’ll ever meet… but also two of the most fun as well!

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Sunset over Sebasco Harbor Resort.

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Heidi & Ross watch the sun go down before their wedding day.

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Oh, and what a wedding day!  I’ve never walked in for the very first time and had the entire wedding party dancing and laughing BEFORE the wedding even starts.

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A handmade something blue… with Heidi’s initials on it.

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Ross waits patiently at the back of the church before the wedding begins.

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We loved their enthusiasm coming down the isle.

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The Phippsburg Congregational Church is as beautiful as it is old.

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Their pastor and family friend came all the way from Virginia to preside over the ceremony.

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The final blessing.  A special moment.

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The kiss… with the pastor doing a double fist pump in the background!

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All smiles on the way out!

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Ringing the church bells.

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Elegant floral arrangements by Fleur de Lis.

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I don’t think they stopped smiling the entire day!

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Back at Sebasco, the wind just kept blowing Heidi’s vail every which way… so we decided to just go with it and captured this beautiful moment.

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Off to the reception!

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Yummy coconut cake (for journalistic reasons only, I had to try a slice).

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Their rings on a sundial just outside the reception building.

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Then The Bob Charest Band got things going…

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And what started off as dancing…

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…turned into singing into a spoon as if it were a microphone.

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The spoon was quickly replaced by a giant ladle…

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…which was then replaced by a porcelain chicken (of course).

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Not to be outdone, the wedding party got involved and tore it up.

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Then the props came out…

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Here, Ross receives instruction on the proper dinosaur dance technique by a master.

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Their departure was lit by sparklers… a beautiful send off for two wonderful people!

Ross and Heidi: it was so great to get to know your family and friends!  We were inspired by the love and joy you showed, and truly appreciate how welcoming everyone was!  What a celebration!!  Thank you for having us!

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Vendors:

Ceremony Location:  Phippsburg Congregational Church

Reception:  Sebasco Harbor Resort

Band: The Bob Charest Band

Floral: Fleur de Lis Floral Design

Photography: Brian Wedge Photography

Videography: (trying to find that… will update soon!)

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Quinn & Chris: The Colony Hotel Wedding, Kennebunkport, Maine

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I wouldn’t wish for it to rain on anyone’s wedding day… but when it does, something truly special happens.  Quinn and Chris had a rainy wedding day, and that something “special” came in the form of family and friends who circled the proverbial wagons and hunkered down for an intimate ceremony in the tiny St. Ann’s Church by the sea, and an energized reception at The Colony Hotel in Kennebunkport, Maine.  As an observer of numerous wedding celebrations, I was amazed once again by how the entire party were galvanized by the adverse weather.  Strangers bonded under umbrellas, friends dodged raindrops together as they ran through puddle filled parking lots and families were linked forever through a day spent laughing and supporting the people they loved the most.

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Quinn & Chris couldn’t have been more relaxed about the weather.  They had the right perspective: their wedding day was about more than about the clouds or sun… it was all about their union, in that special church Quinn had always loved beside the sea as witnessed by their family and friends.

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Their rings in the mail slot of the room where they would spend their wedding night.

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Beautiful details found throughout the day.

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Quinn’s grandmother reacts to seeing her for the first time.

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On the way to the church, Quinn and her dad hold hands in the back of the car.

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It was REALLY raining.  Quinn’s ever present smile never faltered.

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Quinn & her dad walking down the aisle.

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St. Ann’s is an intimate and beautiful stone church right on the edge of the ocean.

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The timber frame construction at St. Ann’s is truly beautiful.

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The exchange of rings.

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Husband and Wife!!!

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At the end of the long isle, Quinn & Chris.

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Made entirely of large beams and stone, St. Ann’s was the perfect sanctuary on such a cold and rainy day.

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Beautiful design by “Let Them Eat Cake”

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A card left open on a table from Quinn to Chris reads “forever and ever.”  A natural background for a photo of their rings.

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Back at the Colony Hotel, the floral designs by Blooms & Heirlooms were exquisite.

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My favorite moment:  Quinn’s grandfather Moe, shares a hilarious and touching poem he wrote.

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The band “The Marsels” got the crowd going quickly.

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An impromptu twist contest broke out.

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The rain kept pouring… but Quinn & Chris wanted some shots outside.

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We went to the beach and Quinn just ditched her shoes, and walked around in the rain barefoot.

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Beautiful and timeless.

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A little rain wasn’t going to stop these two!

Quinn & Chris: What a wonderful celebration!  Thank you for having us there!  Your wedding was everything we love to photograph: real moments regardless of the wind and rain outside.  Thanks for being so much fun… we loved documenting your big day!

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Vendors:

Ceremony:  St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, Kennebunkport, Maine

Reception:  The Colony Hotel, Kennebunkport, Maine

Florist:  Blooms and Heirlooms, Kennebunkport, Maine

Band: The Marsels, Boston, Massachusetts

Cake:  Let Them Eat Cake, Kennebunkport, Maine

Dress:  Monique Lhuillier / Bride’s Mother’s modified creation

Photography:  Brian Wedge Photography

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