Jenn & Daniel are an amazing couple.  Fun, smart and beautiful are adjectives that come to mind… but also genuine and down to earth as well.  They met at Tufts Veterinary School, and fell in love during games of ultimate frisbee and days of studying together.  Jenn is a Maine girl, and Daniel was raised in England… but when it came time to choose a location for their wedding, there was no other choice than her grandparent’s property in Scarborough, and the Nonantum Inn in Kennebunkport.

Daniel and Jenn’s wedding truly reflected their values: they were married beside the sea, in front of family, friends, and most importantly: their PERFECTLY behaved dogs.

The flower girl and attendant.

Jenn's grandfather walked her down the aisle.

Looking over Jenn's shoulder (foreground), Daniel sees Jenn for the first time in her dress!

Lots of emotion. Tears of joy.

Jenn smiles and holds back tears as her mother sang to them.

Jenn's brother in law sang as well.

Daniel receives his ring.

These two are soulmates. Their bond is so obvious. So beautiful.

Walking back down the aisle.

Finally alone, just after the ceremony.

We should be honest... these were the two most important guests.

Back to The Nonantum for the reception!

The Nonantum Lighthouse.

Hanging out on a lobster boat.

Shoes off.

First Dance.

Beautiful cake by Confection Art with US & England Flags.

Daniel had moves. Many, many moves.

Had to include this. Jenn's face is priceless.

Just another perfect night in Kennebunkport!

Sunset down on the docks.

We love Sperry Tents... so pretty.

Speaking of pretty... this gent came out of the gates ready to dance, and kept going for 4 straight hours.

Come to think of it... ALL the guests came ready to party.

And those that didn't want to dance? Well, they were "encouraged".

This little boy was amazing... breakdancing for hours.

Bon Jovi claims four more victims.

Make that five.

Jenn is like the Energizer Bunny... nonstop dancing. Even Daniel started to get tired.

Last song of the night... surrounded by friends and family. The way life should be!

A sparkler sendoff, led by this little boy.

A happy couple... congratulations!

Jenn & Daniel!  THANK YOU for having us!  We had so much fun with your friends and family!  Good luck with the big move to Colorado and PLEASE let us know when you’re back in Maine!

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Wedding Ceremony: Private Residence, Scarborough, ME

Wedding Reception: Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport, ME

Cake: Confection Art

Flowers: Minott’s Flowers (Portland, ME)

DJ: Jeff Rockwell

Photography: Brian Wedge Photography

When Erica & Brian came to our studio last year for a meeting, we could tell that they were great people who were planning one heck of a party.  Brian & Erica are the kind of folks you want on your team: they’re fun, high energy… and they know what they want.  Though their wedding was filled with thoughtful details, they were GREAT clients to work with, because they knew how to let go and enjoy themselves on their big day.

Erica’s great friend and bridesmaid reacts to seeing her in her wedding dress for the first time.

Beautiful bouquet by Minott’s Flowers.

Brian is a classy guy: he sent a dozen roses to Erica before the wedding with a sweet note.

St. Brendan’s Seaside Chapel is one of my favorites.  Historic and gorgeous.

Brian and his mom, give one last smile to each other before walking down the aisle.

St. Brendan’s is a gorgeous old chapel.

The big kiss!

Through the power of Skype, Erica’s grandmother watched the ceremony.  Get well soon Grandma!

Driving off after the ceremony.

A quick glance up as they make their way to the beach.  Timeless and real.

Beautiful.

Just lost in the moment, Erica laughs with Brian.

I have no idea what Brian does to make her light up like this… but they’re great together.

Their rings.

Their cake.

Walking out into the fields at Laudholm Farms.

Absolutely stunning.

At the reception, the ring bearer started with desert.

Kelly at Kitchen Chicks is one of the VERY best in the business.  Gorgeous food and presentation.

First dance while the family looks on.

Sperry Tent at sunset.

Just as the sun was setting, Erica and Brian walked out into the fields at Laudholm Farms, and danced alone together.  It was wonderful to be at their wedding to document all the beauty and fun.

Brian and Erica: Thanks for having me!!

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Details/Vendor Links:

Getting Ready Location: The Breakwater Inn & Spa, Kennebunkport, Maine

Ceremony:  St. Brendan’s Chapel, Saco, Maine

Reception:  Laudholm Farms, Wells Reserve, Maine

Caterer:  Kitchen Chicks Catering (great food… great people!)

Florist:  Minotts Flowers

Tent:  Sperry Tents

Band:  Double Vision

Cake:  Let Them Eat Cake

Photography:  Brian Wedge Photography

When I woke to the crashing sounds of thunder, and flashes of lightning, I couldn’t help but worry for my wonderful clients Jane and Justin.  Though WE are more than happy to photograph weddings in the middle of blizzards and even torrential rain, it’s a bit different when it is YOUR wedding and YOUR big day.  As the rain fell all morning, we kept our fingers crossed that the weather would clear.

We arrived at the Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport Maine just in time to see the sun tentatively peeking out from behind massive storm clouds, and with bated breath… we hoped that the good weather would hold just long enough for Jane and Justin to be married.

In classic form, our friend Tim “Superstar Coordinator” Ames and his amazing team at the Nonantum had everything perfectly prepared for an outdoor wedding… or if need be, an equally beautiful option inside.

With a little bit of luck, the rain held off, and the ceremony began…

The wedding party carried the chuppah to the oceanfront ceremony site.

Jane walked down the aisle with her dad.

Justin saw Jane for the very first time.  She looked incredible, and his expression shows it!

Jane’s uncles watch intently, as Jane’s father “gives her away” to Justin.

The rainy weather was gone, just in time for an outside wedding at the Nonantum!

A seagull overseeing the ceremony from it’s perch atop the Nonantum Lighthouse (good eye J-bird!!)

Looking through the shoulders of the groomsmen and her groom, Jane looks so happy!

A common occurrence at a Nonantum wedding, President Bush made a brief appearance aboard his boat.

Trailed by the U.S. Secret Service.

The Big Kiss!!

After walking back down the aisle, they couldn’t help themselves for one more.

If you ever wanted to know the secret to keeping kids entertained during the group photos… just do this with them!

The first dance.

You’ll have to see the complete photos… but lets just say that the cake cutting was not as predictable as you would expect.

Tearing up the dance floor.

Ahhh… the chair dance.  Justin wasn’t liking this one so much.

Jane gets a special dance from a friend.

An adorable moment on the dance floor, as Jane’s brother gets a smootch from his wife as their daughter looks on.

Another “adorable” moment…

All in all, we all had incredible luck as the severe weather passed through a few times throughout the day.  The guests stayed dry, the party raged on into the wee hours of the night and we were very lucky to be there and document the beauty of their day.  Thanks to everyone for being so welcoming and having us.  We had a wonderful time!

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VENDORS:

Ceremony / Reception Site: The Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport, ME (Tim Ames coordinating… one of the very best in the business!!)

Flowers: Minott’s Flowers

DJ:  DJ Scott Elias (Mixxed Entertainment)

Cake: Anna Gershenson

Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas

Photography:  Brian Wedge Photography

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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.

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.

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

Beautiful details found throughout the day.

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

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

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

Quinn & her dad walking down the aisle.

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

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

The exchange of rings.

Husband and Wife!!!

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

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

Beautiful design by “Let Them Eat Cake”

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

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

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

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

An impromptu twist contest broke out.

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

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

Beautiful and timeless.

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