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Amy & Mike

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:01:13 -0400

“She has worn a wealth of costumes.. Hula skirt to wedding gown.. Lived in cities, walked through jungles.. Always sees the sun go down.. She is a hula girl at heart”

We were far from the ocean and the tailgating parking lots of the local amphitheater we used to frequent every summer. I didn’t have my crazy Parrothead hat or lobster claw necklace, but that didn’t stop Jimmy’s lyrics running through my head during Amy and Mike’s wedding weekend.

We’ve known Amy for a long time and couldn’t believe we were in Worcester to document her big day. All of the players were there and it was great to see everyone again! Amy and Mike brought huge excitement, smiles and laughter to the table and it seemed to be the theme throughout the entire weekend :)

Paula and I had an incredible time and it truly was a blessing to be witness to two people who love each other so much!

Amy and Mike thank you choosing us to be part of your beginning. Paula and I wish you many years of “Love and Luck” :)

(We couldn’t resist!)

Here are a few of our favorite images from their weekend...

We’re Having a Baby

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:44:20 -0400

It’s amazing the relationships you build being a photographer, not only with the couple, but their family and friends as well. Long after the wedding, many times, Paula and I receive a phone call or an email saying, “We’re having a baby!” We have to say it’s the best feeling being included in that special announcement :) We’re always in amazement when we hear the words, “Would you come to the hospital?” or “Would you do our maternity pictures?”.

We met Lindsay and Jason in November 2006 and later photographed their wedding in August of 2007. It was a beautiful ceremony tucked high a top a mountain in a cozy barn that had the most scenic views. The whole event, from start to finish, was truly them :)

Paula and I were thrilled they asked us to shoot their maternity pictures. Lindsay had specific ideas she wanted to try. She and Jason not only wanted relaxed portraits, but also fine art images as well. It’s wonderful when your subjects are just as excited as you are to try something new.

Their home was the perfect backdrop. We used mostly the living room area, as is, for the relaxed shots and a dark cloth backdrop for the fine art ones. Lindsay thought ahead and made available sheets, wraps, and even a gerbera flower, our favorite!

We were happy when we were given the “ok” to post. Paula and I were lucky enough to share just how beautiful they are as a couple... a couple ready to have a baby :)

Here are some of our favorites from their Bump Session...

Thank you Lindsay and Jason for sharing such a special time in your life. We love you guys :)

LOVE IS SWEET: Shonda & Mike

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:22:31 -0400

Last year we saw so many couples on YouTube doing really unique things with their weddings. One of our favorites was the wedding party dancing down the aisle to Chris Brown’s Forever single. It still gives us chills today :) Paula and I had our taste of such a moment at Shonda and Mike’s wedding at the Killington Grand Hotel in Killington, Vermont!

The groom and groomsmen were in place and the bridesmaids started their procession. Shonda made her way down the aisle and caught Mike’s eye and there were huge smiles. Shonda’s dad gave her hand. Usually this is a serious moment, the couple is nervous, both turn to the officiant and the ceremony begins. Now, we said “usually”... Shonda and Mike are far from “usual” :) To everyone’s surprise, Mike reached into his pocket and took out a mini point -n- shoot camera. He whispered something to Shonda and then -CLICK- they took a self portrait! The ceremony came to a complete halt and the room came unglued with laughter! We thought, how cool is that! That was the best photo of the entire wedding! They’ll have that image for the rest of their lives! It’s something we’ll never forget.

Here’s a sampling from their wedding weekend...

We always love the moment when the bride and groom exchange gifts, Mike read Shonda’s card before getting ready :)

Why do brothers always have that look :)

Knocking it down, Killington style!

Shonda and Mike planned for extra time before the ceremony for extra pictures. With the additional time we had fun coming up with different shots :) I don’t think the gym will ever be the same!

BAHHHHHHH! LOL!

Shonda ROCKED the mountain!

The girls :)

Shonda sees Mike for the first time :)

This is the moment where Mike pulls out the camera and takes their picture, LOVE THIS!

....we’re married :)

Every time we hear or see your name we think of the picture above!

From the very beginning you managed to capture our hearts. Your fun-loving-sassy-easy spirit is infectious. Keep living in the moment, you are an example to everyone :)

Paula and I are so bummed our time with you is coming to a close. It’s been a fun ride with many surprises :) Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your beginning. We wish you much love and many years of happiness!

Erin & Mike

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 09:19:59 -0500

Paula and I arrived at St. Patrick’s Church and right away we noticed the bright pink piece of paper. “Courv and Litch are getting hitched!” was the title of Erin and Mike’s wedding weekend welcome newsletter. Paula and I chuckled because it was so them as a couple and it screamed coolness... Courv and Litch... cooler than cool :)

(...that would of never worked for Paula and I at our wedding, it would have been something like “Lab and Dun are getting it done!”...just doesn’t have that same feel, ya know? LOL!)

We’ve known Erin and Mike almost two years now. We shot a test pre-wedding in Springfield, MA and the real one, near Worcester, MA. During the summer of ’08 Paula and I actually had the unique opportunity to hang out with them at the Cape while shooting Erin’s sister’s wedding. By the time Courv and Litch got hitched it felt like old home week. We knew everybody! Lot’s of hugs to go around and we like that :)

It was so hard to pick, but here are some of our favorite images from their weekend!

“Do you have the rings?”

We loved Erin’s dress, simple and elegant :)

Charlie’s Angels :)

Erin looked AMAZING!

This is one of several images Paula captured walking out of the church... all we can say is, wall canvas!

Courv and Litch got hitched!

Mike said he would body surf at his wedding and he did not disappoint!

Pig pile! Poor Erin is shielding herself LOL!

Erin and Mike, looking back, isn’t it crazy how it all played out? It was quite the ride to say the very least :) We feel like we’ve trekked all over the United States with you guys LOL!

On a serious note....we think the world of you and truly enjoyed our time together. We feel blessed knowing we are friends.

Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your beginning. Paula and I wish you much love and many years of happiness!

Kady & Allen

Sun, 6 Dec 2009 14:18:50 -0500

Kady and Allen tied the knot at Sugar Hill Farm in Chresterfield, MA. It just so happens the beautifully manicured farm resting on the scenic hill is Kady’s grandparents :) And to top it all off her grandfather, Bob is a justice and her grandmother, Nan is a event planner!

As a venue and team you would have to combine, Martha Stuart, Ty Pennington, Universal Studios and Little House On the Prairie, all into one to equal just one Sugar Hill Farm wedding :) Paula and I were blown away by this “best kept secret” of Western Massachusetts!

Nan and Bob have a sun porch where the light even and bright. When Paula and I find a spot like this one for formals, it’s like we hit the jackpot! Kady looked amazing!

Lola and Yodi were dressed in their fine wedding attire :) You have to love Yodi’s tux! Are you sticking your tongue out at me Lola?

Wayne-o walking Kady from the house through the garden, look at her smile!

Surrounded by beautiful manicured grounds and flowers Allen and Kady said “I do” :)

Since the beginning of time, the Belden family, has had a Red Sox vs Yankees rivalry between the grandparents and the rest of the family. Mr B is shown here sporting a Yankees batting helmet unbeknownst to the rest of his siblings :) It was well thought out and he pulled it off! Too funny :)

Paula and I were like kids in a candy store during formals. Having extra time between cocktails and the reception we took advantage of the rolling hills, cow paths and wild flowers on the property. The results were priceless!

Bob wheeled out the old Ford tractor in hopes we would use it in the photos. Even decked out in a tux Allen was in element!

The tall grass provided dramatic bridal imagery. The sun flare provided the soft image and Kady made it perfection.

We experimented with antique tones and textures for a lot of the formal images :) We absolutely love this shot!

Paula and I would like to thank Nan and Bob for their kind and generous hospitality. We especially loved the tour, history and stories that went along with it. Thank you for for giving us the creative freedom and run of the property :)

Jeannie, Bill, and Mr. & Mrs. B, you guys are too much! We will always remember the Yankees tissue box and batting helmet... it is forever etched in stone ;)

Kady and Allen’s crew, we had a blast! We especially loved the campfire banter and the taco dip that never cooked :) Oh, and Wayne, we didn’t recognize you without turnout gear!

Lola and Yodi, our camera bag is finally back to normal :) Thank you for your gift... it was almost the gift that kept on giving!

Kady and Allen, Paula and I feel incredibly lucky to have been at your wedding! To be able to capture those “first” moments was a honor we’ll never forget. We are proud to call you friends.

Thank you for choosing us to be a part of your beginning. Paula and I wish you much love and many years of happiness!

P.S. We want our Sizzlers medium rare with caramelized onion and mushrooms, with mashed potato and broccoli hollandaise.