I know what you’re thinking: Brian and Malia have a horrible life. Another grueling assignment in Nepal covering riots? No. Saving Sea Turtles in Baja, Mexico? No. Running out of food while climbing in Tibet? Nope, not this week.
We’re back (again) in Maine at Migis Lodge. It seems that the now famous “Julie and Jim” of last year (link to their blog posting) had prompted more requests for wedding coverage at Migis than we could accommodate in our schedule. Lucky for us, Nicole and PJ contacted us early enough last year when we still had room in our calendar, and we were so happy to return to Migis!
Immediately upon arriving I found this incredibly contemplative scene: the hair stylist pondering the back of Nicole’s head. I loved the limited light and how serious everyone looked.
The seriousness of the moment was interrupted by Nicole grabbing a mirror, and running to the bathroom to look at the back of her hair. What followed were an explosion of fist pumps, smiles, jumping and dancing (yes Nicole, it was dancing). I’ve never seen someone so PSYCHED with their hair. I knew that if she was going to be so happy with that moment… that there would be plenty more to come.
Next up: Dad sees Nicole in her wedding dress. Bring on the tears, the tissues and an expert ability to remain beautiful even when crying. I still don’t know how they managed to do it all so well, but they did.
Another Marcia Davis Flower arrangement. So talented!
Nicole’s dad, waiting to board the boat.
Nicole was the first bride aboard the completely restored antique Migis boat. Beautiful, beautiful work.
Nicole and her dad making their grand entrance: the mountains in the background.
Nicole and her Dad walking down the isle. That’s joy!
With a reader reading in the foreground, Nicole listens attentively with tears in her eyes.
You may notice that everyone is turned in a direction opposite of the groom as they listen to a song being sung by a friend. I thought it was so sweet that PJ’s focus stayed with Nicole, as she wiped away a few tears.
Holding on. Two hands.
The kiss.
I love capturing small details like these. Just moments after being declared husband and wife, a blessing is offered for them in the background. Nicole and PJ each turn to their respective families, and their eyes fill once more with tears.
No tears… just happiness!
Sunset with your new husband/wife aboard an antique boat. Life doesn’t get much better than this moment.
Classic in every sense of the word. This image is timeless.
Stuck holding a bridesmaid’s bouquet. Nice work PJ.
So beautiful!
During the mother-son dance, PJ and his mom embrace.
PJ, going big.
Groomsman, going bigger. Migis Lodge will never be the same after this split on the dance floor.
What a wonderful celebration, and an honor to document the story of their special day for them! Great people, great stories and wonderful details. Thanks for having us!
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Ceremony / Reception Location: Migis Lodge
Flowers: Marcia Davis
Band: Jim Ciampi Band
