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Mollie & Greg: Ocean View Inn Wedding, Gloucester, MA

brianwedge — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:05:06 +0000

We first met Mollie about 3 years ago at her best friend’s wedding (Carolyn & Drew) on the coast of Maine. When Mollie and Greg contacted us to photograph their seaside wedding in Gloucester, Massachusetts, we jumped at the chance!

Greg and Mollie both went to Bates College in Maine, so it was no surprise that their ceremony combined their love of the outdoors, with thoughtful, introspective vows that they had written themselves. On the very first page of their wedding program, were the words of Goethe: “Nothing is worth more than this day.”

Mollie and Greg’s rings.

Mollie’s gorgeous dress.

Mollie’s bridesmaids were amazing. Through the flurry of activity, Mollie catches a quick glimpse of herself in the mirror.

Mollie and her bridesmaid watch as guests arrive.

Greg and his brother wait for their cue just moments before the ceremony begins.

Mollie and her dad start down the aisle.

Greg’s emotion and love is obvious.

Cape Ann is a beautiful setting for a ceremony.

After the kiss… Mollie is psyched!

Then the world’s smartest ice cream truck man arrives just after the ceremony.

Who could blame them for partaking in the frozen delicious treats of the ice cream truck? Nice work!

Mollie and Greg took a few minutes alone together following the ceremony.

A Friendship Sloop… much like the one we used to own sailed by.

Greg is 6′ 8″ and Mollie had no problem diving into his arms throughout the day. They were both so happy!

Walking over to Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, an adorable little beachgoer inspects Mollie’s dress.

Meanwhile, back at The Ocean View Inn… the reception was just getting underway.

But thanks to Greg’s brother Dave… it didn’t take long before the reception kicked into high gear.

Sunset at The Ocean View Inn and Resort in Gloucester.

Now Greg is from my hometown, AND he went to Bates so I know he’s a smart, talented guy and all… but he almost gave a few of us a heart attack with his cake cutting skills.

In the middle of all the chaos of the reception, Mollie and Greg have one of many more dances together as husband and wife!

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Details/Vendor Links:

Ceremony/Reception: Ocean View Inn and Resort, Gloucester, MA

Caterer: Ocean View Inn and Resort, Gloucester, MA

Florist: Chapman’s Greenhouse, Beverly Farms, MA

Dress: Allegria Bridal, Belmont, MA

Band: Mirage

Justice of The Peace: Marie Watson (Beverly, MA)

Cupcakes: Cakes for Occassions, Danvers, MA

Videographer: Artistic Experessions, Somerset, NJ

Photography: Brian Wedge Photography

Elizabeth & Mike: York Harbor Reading Room Wedding, Maine

brianwedge — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:28:09 +0000

It’s always great to have a fun, casual shoot with a couple in advance of their wedding day, and it’s one of the reasons we travel the country coordinating with couples to photograph them in their home cities on such a regular basis. The engagement session not only captures wonderful shots for their announcements and save-the-date cards… but it also lets us get to know one another and helps folks become used to the process of being photographed. By the time the big day rolls around, it’s just that much easier to get the relaxed, real images we love so much.

When we got the call last year from Elizabeth and Mike in The Netherlands, we secretly hoped that we would be on the next plane to Europe to tell the story of their incredible lives there in The Hague. But we quickly learned that Mike grew up in York Harbor, Maine and that they would be traveling back to the United States for only a few days and really wanted to connect with us on Mike’s hometown beach for a photo shoot… and then a year later, have a wedding at that same spot.

Lots of gorgeous, thoughtful details.

Beautiful bouquets. Love the fiddleheads mixed in with the flowers.

Elizabeth walking in, escorted by her father.

The York Harbor Reading Room is perched literally feet from the water’s edge.

The ring bearer was adorable. So sweet and compliant…but maybe a wedding wasn’t exactly his idea of fun?

Their exquisite wedding bands.

Beautiful.

Immediately following the wedding, the family celebrates!

Their love grew over specially brewed coffee, so it was fitting that their table cards be presented with a recounting of their story & a bag of coffee beans.

And then…the bridesmaids celebrate!

I’m always amazed when little kids can clear a dance floor. This girl had moves!

The fiddlehead motif of the bouquet continues in the cake decoration.

Everyone danced until the wee hours of the morning. They just never stopped!

We love these images… there’s an honesty about them that’s impossible to manufacture. It’s probably right around midnight, the veil and the fancy, uncomfortable shoes are long gone. The hours of dancing and celebrating have worn away all but the tired joy of marrying the person you truly love. These images were captured using only available light, and there’s a truth about them that we really loved.

A summer night, a sparkler, and a smile that is so genuine… True joy.

Congratulations on your beautiful wedding, and thanks for having me! Hope to see you guys in The Netherlands next time!

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Vendors:

Photography: Brian Wedge Photography

Planning and Coordinating: Diane York Weddings

Location/Catering: York Harbor Reading Room

Florist: Calluna Fine Flowers

Band: Big Chief

Cake: Owen Dyer Confection Art