The Farmhouse, Delaware Wedding | Keri + Mike

A few weeks ago, I photographed my second Delaware wedding of the year.  And, just like the last one, I went to high school with a number of people in attendance - including the bride!  I'm so glad that Keri and Mike asked me to be their photographer.  Their day was so touching, and if you happened to be in attendance, you might have noticed me laughing, crying, singing, and dancing with them.  I get so emotionally involved with each of my couples, and this wedding was no different.  Keri and Mike just complement each other so perfectly - it's hard to find the correct words.  When you are around them, though, you can feel the connection between them.  I usually don't share many photos of the actual ceremony online, but I am today.  I love the way they looked at each other throughout the day, and want more people to experience that kind of love and joy.  They were so captivated by each other, I don't think they even noticed the rain during their (outdoor) ceremony!

Congratulations again, Keri and Mike!  I hope you enjoy a few of my favorite moments from your Day #1 as husband and wife.

Venue:  The Farmhouse

Flowers:  Belak Flowers

Cake:  Cakes by Kim

Band:  Bachelor Boys Band

Hair and Makeup Artists:  Town & Country Salon

Bride's Dress:  Forever Formals

Bridesmaid Dress:  Jan Rae Boutique

Groom's Suit:  Men's Wearhouse

Officiants:  Bob Wagner and Lyle Neal

Rehoboth Beach Wedding | Lisa + Mike

Back in April, I photographed my first ever beach wedding!  It was the perfect setting for Lisa and Mike to exchange their vows, and to celebrate with their loved ones.  Mother Nature wasn't feeling very cooperative that afternoon, so we ended up waiting inside the rental house for over an hour waiting for the rain to stop.  As soon as the weather broke, we headed to the beach where Mike and Lisa officially became Mr. and Mrs.!  The rain must have scared the beach crowds away, and the light was perfect!!  (Maybe Mother Nature was secretly on our side after all.)  After the ceremony, we took a little stroll down the boardwalk before joining everyone back at the rental house for an evening of celebrating.  It was great seeing some of my former Governor Mifflin classmates again!  Big props go out to Chef Darrell for keeping our bellies full with his delicious and gorgeous culinary masterpieces!!

Riverdale Manor Wedding | Karissa + Chris

This spring, I was so fortunate to photograph the wedding of Karissa and Chris.  This was one of the most emotional ceremonies I have ever witnessed.  Karissa and Chris are two of the kindest and most genuine people I have met, and their love for each other is boundless.  I'm so honored that they asked me to capture their memories for them.  I shared in their laughter, tears, and dancing, and I am a better person because of it.  There was so much love - and fun - in the air that night!  Big thanks to April Westhafer for second shooting for me!!

 

Venue:  Riverdale Manor

Wedding Coordinator:  Maureen Raezer

Florist:  Cedar Hill Flowers

Cake Artist:  Oregon Dairy

DJ:  Holiday Sounds

Hair/Makeup Artist:  Tiffany Mohr

Wedding Dress Boutique:  Alfred Angelo

Tuxedos:  Men's Wearhouse

String Trio:  Cherrywood Ensembles

Officiant:  Marian Schappell

Conshohocken Vow Renewal | Raji + Sujal

Sujal reached out to me after we met at Niva's Sweet 16 party.  He wanted to surprise his wife, Raji, with a vow renewal ceremony to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.  Fast forward a few months, and he pulled off his surprise perfectly!  Some of their closest loved ones joined them as he proposed, she accepted, and they got married all over again.  I'm so glad that I was there to experience it all!  This was the first time I witnessed a Hindu religious ceremony (a Puja), and I was captivated by all of the beautiful colors, textures, smells, and sounds!  Oh, I can't forget to mention the absolutely incredible Indian food that was served!  I'm so thankful for all of the wonderful people I have been able to meet through my photography.  Here is just a small collection out of the many photos that I captured that day.

Stirling Mansion Wedding | Kristen + Mitch

Back in April, I had the privilege of photographing the wedding of Kristen and Mitch!  If you live in Berks County, you might recognize this duo as the owners of Gourmand!  (In my humble opinion, you haven't lived a complete life until you've tasted Gourmand Fries!!)  Kristen and Mitch had over 30 people in their wedding party, and they definitely kept me on my toes all night!  I was completely exhausted by the end of the evening, but it was sooo worth it!  My tummy, heart, and soul were overflowing after celebrating their Day #1 with them.  Big thanks to Jane Ammon for second shooting with me on their wedding day!

Venue:  Stirling Guest Hotel

Florist:  The Nosegay Florist

Cake:  Cake A Fare

Music:  Scotti Mann

Hair Artist:  Lords and Ladies

Makeup Artist:  United Artists

Wedding Dress Boutique:  Sweetheart Bridal

Groom and Groomsmen's Tuxedos:  Fifty-Fifty Tuxedos

Brandywine Manor House Wedding | Alyssa + Chris

I couldn't think of a better way to launch my new website than by catching up on my 2016 blogs!  First up... Alyssa and Chris!  Alyssa and Chris were high school sweethearts and became Mr. and Mrs. on January 16, 2016!  Some of my favorite parts of this wedding - besides all of the celebrating, of course - were the DIY elements that Alyssa created to add her own personal touch to the day!  Alyssa's dress was no novice to wedding day celebrations... her mom wore the exact same gown when she and Alyssa's father were married!!  I hope you enjoy these photos from their Day #1!

 

Bride's Dress:  It was her mother's! <3

Bridesmaid Dresses:  Lily Boutique

Groom's Suit:  Boscov's

Hair/Make-Up Artist:  Twisted Scissors (Amanda Collett)

Church:  St. Peter Parish

Caterer:  Hess's BBQ

Reception Venue:  Brandywine Manor House

DJ:  Silver Sound Entertainment