Essex River Cruises and Charters Tidal Island Wedding in Essex, Massachusetts- Wedding Photographer

A summer wedding on a tidal island in Essex, MA is a dreamy affair that offers a unique experience for the couple and their guests. The island, surrounded by the picturesque waters of Essex, provides a stunning backdrop for a memorable wedding day.

The wedding celebration began with the guests boarding the Essex River Charters and Cruises, ready for a scenic ride to the island. The boat ride offered stunning views of the coastline, making for perfect photo opportunities. The guests were excited to arrive at the island and experience the unique setting for the wedding.

The bride and groom were radiant in the sunlight, their love for each other shining through in every photo. The couple's golden retriever, the "best boy" of the night, was a star of the show, posing happily for photos with his proud owners.

The wedding ceremony took place on the island, with the sea breeze adding to the romantic atmosphere. The couple exchanged vows, surrounded by their closest friends and family, with the sound of the waves providing the perfect background music.

After the ceremony, the guests were treated to a delicious lobster bake, a quintessential New England experience. The food was served on long tables set up on the beach, offering an intimate and relaxed atmosphere for the guests to enjoy.

As the sun began to set, the guests danced under the starry sky, celebrating the couple's love and commitment. The final boat ride back to the dock offered a stunning view of the island at night, providing a perfect end to a magical day.

As a wedding photographer, I am honored to capture the special moments of a couple's big day. This summer wedding on a tidal island in Essex, MA was a particularly unique and memorable experience, filled with love, laughter, and lots of lobster!

Bright and Colorful Summer Wedding aboard Schooner Lannon in Gloucester, MA

Max and Liz exchanged their vows aboard the Schooner Lannon in the historic and picturesque harbor of Gloucester, MA. The ceremony took place on a beautiful summer day, with a light breeze carrying the scent of salt and sea through the air. The couple, their family and friends were all on board the stunning vessel, which made the day feel all the more special.

The bride looked absolutely stunning in a poofy white gown with lace detailing. She carried a colorful bouquet, which was a work of art created by the bride's mother. The bouquet was a riot of colors, featuring yellow and red roses, soft pink peonies, hot pink anemones, and a few sprigs of greenery. It perfectly complemented the seaside backdrop, and Liz beamed with joy as she held it.

As the sun began to set over the harbor, the ceremony came to a close and the couple made their way to their reception venue. They chose the historic 1640 Hart House in Ipswich, MA, which provided the perfect setting for a celebration of their love. The venue has been beautifully restored and is a stunning example of Colonial architecture, with original wide plank floors, exposed beams, and fireplaces in every room.

The couple and their guests enjoyed a delicious meal, and the wedding cake was a work of art in itself. The reception was decorated with a stunning portrait of the bride and groom aboard the Schooner Lannon, painted by Liz’s mother.

The party was in full swing, with guests dancing and celebrating the newlyweds. The love and joy of the day was palpable, and everyone in attendance felt lucky to be part of such a beautiful celebration. The day was a true testament to the power of love, and the couple's commitment to each other was evident throughout the entire celebration.

If you're looking for a unique and stunning venue for your wedding ceremony or reception, the Schooner Lannon and the 1640 Hart House are both excellent choices. With breathtaking scenery, historic charm, and a personal touch, these venues will create an unforgettable wedding day. Congratulations to Max and Liz, and may they have a lifetime of happiness together!

Ceremony Location: Schooner Lannon

Reception Location: 1640 Hart House

Riversbend, Essex MA Wedding / Timeless and Romantic

Paige and Max tied the knot at the beautiful Riversbend Restaurant in Essex, Massachusetts last summer. Their guests travelled from afar to witness them exchange their vows and celebrate into the night!

The ceremony took place in a private wooded area, with a view of the Essex River, so close you could nearly touch it. The gentle flow of the water served as a tranquil soundtrack to their vows. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktail hour on the sprawling lawn of Riversbend, where they sipped refreshing beverages and snacked on hors d’oeuvres as they mingled in front of the fire pit.

The reception was held inside the main dining room of the restaurant, which featured vaulted ceilings and breathtaking views of the river and surrounding landscape. The reception space and dining tables were beautifully decorated with soft romantic florals and uniquely charming stemware.

The wedding portrait artist put the final touches on her painting as the night wore on, and as guests danced the night away on the wooden dance floor. The patio served as the perfect spot for guests to step outside to get a breath of fresh air and stargaze, while trying to distinguish twinkle lights from fireflies.

Paige and Max’s summer wedding at Riversbend, Essex was a magical and memorable event!

Venue: Riversbend, Essex Massachusetts

Florals: Sage Floral Studio

Wedding Painter: Carol Lake Studios

Sean and Nicole's glowy engagement session in the Spring blossoms / Beverly, MA

Things have gotten off the rails over the past week because of the coronavirus. I’m a very task-oriented person and I take great joy in checking things off my to do list, so it can feel a little frustrated to be at a standstill at times. Yet, it is making me appreciate friends and family so so much. I’ve become much more intentional with taking time out of my day to Facetime my loved ones, and that feels good.

Speaking of loved ones, these little love birds below are very near and dear to my heart. Sean was in Shane’s and my wedding nearly 13 years ago, and since then they’ve chosen me to be their engagement, wedding, and newborn photographer. Their engagement session in Beverly, MA has been one of my favorites because I absolutely LOVE taking pictures of people in love in front of a backdrop of Spring blossoms! Browse some of my favorites from their engagement session, and be sure to leave them some love in the comments section below!

Location: Long Hill, Beverly Massachusetts

Intimate Wedding Ceremony Rockport, MA | Roger and Suz

Roger and Suz's 4th of July wedding was special and intimate in so many ways. While they exchanged vows, they surrounded themselves with those who matter most--their two daughters and well-loved family pet Pippi.  

I arrived early to capture some special moments as the family got ready--putting on makeup and jewelry, last minute hair adjustments,  playing a few chords on the guitar, and showering Pippi with hugs.  A friend of the family conducted the ceremony as the girls sneaked excited grins at each other.  The thing I loved the most about this beautiful at-home wedding ceremony was how relaxed and genuinely happy the entire family was.  

After the ceremony, Roger gifted Suz a pen with the lyrics of an Ed Sheeran song engraved on it-- "Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars."  Excuse me while I go melt into a puddle at the sweetness of it all.

Congratulations Roger and Suz!!

xoxo

Makeup: Makeup by Nikki C (makeupbynikkic@yahoo.com)

Top of the Hub Reception Brunch Boston MA | Darren & Sam

Hi friends!

I'm back with another post highlighting a super-sweet wedding reception brunch that I photographed over the summer at the Top of the Hub in Boston.  Darren and Samantha had a small out-of-state family ceremony the weekend before, but it was just as important for them to celebrate their nuptials with all of their Boston friends!  

The thing that struck me the most about Darren and Sam's reception was the genuine affection that was a near-tangible element filling the room.  Not just the love that Darren and Sam had for each other, but the affection that Darren and Sam had for their friends and that their friends showed in return.  

So here we are--friends begin to arrive to the Prudential Center and are greeting with warm smiles and stunning views of Boston.

Congratulations, Darren and Sam!

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Wedding Reception Brunch held at the Top of the Hub, Prudential Center, Boston Massachusetts

Makeup by Ashley Christine

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Intimate Wedding at Lake Quannapowitt, Wakefield MA | Beckee & Robbie

Sometimes things just fall into place.  When I was first asked to capture Beckee and Robbie's wedding at the lake in Wakefield, I had already been booked for a wedding on the Northshore that day.  Beckee and her family are good friends of mine, and I've known them for quite some time, so, naturally, I was pretty bummed. 

Fast forward a few hours later, and I receive a call from my bride telling me that her wedding would be postponed due to a family emergency.  When Beckee found out that I would be available to photograph her wedding, she was ecstatic!  (Like, really, I think she used that word.)

We quickly swapped bridal shot ideas and some Pinterest pics and got pretty jazzed up about the whole thing. Fast forward a few days, and it's the day of the wedding!  

Beckee and Robbie were united in marriage in front of their family and close friends at Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, Massachusetts.  Beckee made a gorgeous bride.  As a hairstylist and makeup artist for over twenty years, she is really on top of her game. (Check out her beauty blog!) I don't think you need my words to tell you she looked stunning--I mean, just look at the pictures.  She even made her bouquet all by herself--like, what??

Beckee's three sons escorted her down the "aisle" where Robbie was waiting with his "best man," his lovely young daughter.  Beckee's father, Jack, gave the wedding talk, and even managed  to keep a dry eye the entire time. 

Afterward the family gathered together for one giant family photo.  Can you believe that this is just immediate family? (And that one more has been added to the bunch since then--welcome, baby Brock!)  The Beaudoin family is seriously one good-looking group of folks. 

The festivities were just beginning, and a backyard celebration complete with champagne and cake lasted into the night.

Congratulations, Beckee and Robbie!  

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