The Story Beyond – Special Guests at Sarah & Trevor’s Wedding

Celebrating the Everyday, The Story Beyond  //  8th July 2014

Ever since we posted the photos from Sarah and Trevor’s wedding, we have had all kinds of questions about why there was a Raven’s wide receiver and a real penguin at the wedding! ;) Believe me, when it was all happening, we were pinching ourselves too! ;) So to  fill in the story, here is The Story Beyond from Sarah and Trevor’s wedding!

It is not often that I get to photograph the groomsmen with Ryan. However, for Sarah and Trevor’s wedding, it worked out perfectly that I would be able to join in the fun! As soon as we started photographing Trevor with his groomsmen outside of the Mansion House at the Zoo, one of Trevor’s groomsmen (who just happened to be running a little behind that day! ;) ) drove by with his window down frantically looking for a place to park! Of course while giving him a hard time for being late, the groomsmen just pointed him up the street and said park there quickly and then move your car later!

About 3 minutes later (not kidding, it wasn’t long at all) the security for the zoo came over and asked us if we knew who was driving “that car.” “That car” happened to be the car that the groomsman had just parked and he just happened to park Torrey Smith in. Whoops! ;) Of course everyone kind of just stopped in their steps and said wait… Torrey Smith is here?!? ;)

Now you have to understand, Trevor and Sarah are both HUGE Baltimore fans. Ravens and Orioles and everything in between! In fact, their toast given by the best man for the evening was all about their love for the Ravens! ;) It was so perfect that Torrey Smith just happened to be at the Zoo the day of their wedding!

Trevor and his groomsmen quickly jumped at the chance to have their photo with Torrey. And I must say, Torrey was incredibly willing and went out of his way to make Sarah and Trevor’s day! ;) Trevor invited him to the wedding, but he actually had another wedding to attend that evening (you know, Ray Rice?!? ;) )!

So anyway- that is the super fun story of how Trevor had an extra special groomsman for their wedding day!

And Tails, the Penguin… he was just hanging out at his home at the zoo and came by to say hi during cocktail hour!!! ;) So incredibly fun! Definitely a day we will never forget!

Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Wedding – Sarah and Trevor

Love, Stories Documented, Wedding  //  3rd July 2014

When we first met with Sarah and Trevor, I remember them saying that they wanted to treat their guests to a true Baltimore experience! Having a Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Wedding was sure to give their family a friends an experience they would never forget! I mean, Tails the Penguin was at their wedding! How cool is that?!?

Sarah and Trevor are two of the most laid back people and their personalities just light up the room. They didn’t fuss over the details or worry about anything at all (at least they didn’t show it! ;) )! You could see how full their hearts were just by seeing their bright smiles all day! And that joy just carried over to every single person that surrounded them!

We loved being a part of the joy that surrounded Sarah and Trevor! It was such an honor to be there to capture their love on this very special day! Sarah and Trevor- thank you for this special Baltimore treat! ;) We are so happy for you as you begin this next chapter in your love story! ;)

Huge thanks to everyone who helped make Sarah and Trevor’s day so special!!

Stationery & All things paper!: Save the Dates- Magnetstreet.com; Invites- Forest Stiltner (Trevor’s Dad); Table Numbers/Programs/Escort Cards etc.- Blue Paper Moon on Etsy | Hair Stylist: Maggie McQuay, Friend of the Bride | Makeup Artist: Baltimore Bridal Makeup | Florist: Black Eyed Susan Florist | Venue: The Mansion House at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore | Officiant: Dave Graham, Uncle of the Groom | Music: Ryan Walburn, Absolute Entertainment | Caterer: Atlantic Catering | Bakery: SugarBakers | Bride’s Attire: The Bridal Boutique in Columbia | Wedding Bands: Royal Jewelers | Photobooth: Liz and Ryan | Photography: Liz and Ryan

Patapsco Park Engagement Session – Andrea and Sean

Engagement, Love, Stories Documented  //  1st July 2014

There is something AMAZING about a Sunday stroll through the paths of Patapsco Park!… especially with an AMAZING couple! Every single time we are in the park we say to ourselves, why do we not come here more often?!? ;) Patapsco Park is about 10 miles (if that) outside of the city of Baltimore and it makes you feel like you are in the middle of the back country!

Andrea and Sean suggested the location for their Patapsco Park engagement session because of their love of nature. And let me tell you, it was clear that this was their happy place! They made their session easy for us because they were so comfortable and clearly just LOVED being together especially in such a beautiful environment surrounding them.

It is a pretty special thing when we can walk away from an engagement session feeling refreshed and reenergized from our stroll through the park with some friends! ;) We loved every minute of it!

Baltimore Royal Sonesta Wedding – Camila and Peter

Love, Stories Documented, Wedding  //  26th June 2014

It always makes our hearts sing when we walk away from a wedding and know without a doubt the day was exactly how the bride and groom dreamed it to be. From the very beginning, Camila and Peter described their vision of their wedding day as being very classic. They dreamed it to be very timeless and traditional. They were including traditions from Camila’s home country of Columbia along with Peter’s family’s traditions from here in the states.

Knowing Camila and Peter’s dream vision ahead of time had Ryan and I super excited to see their vision through the photos as well! We always strive to keep a very timeless approach to our photos, but Camila and Peter allowed us to challenge ourselves to take it even further! We could not be more excited to share their photos and know that in 50 years Camila and Peter will be sharing them with their grandchildren as if it were yesterday!

Camila and Peter, thank you for giving us the opportunity to capture your beautiful love story! We had a blast celebrating with you and watching your classic elegance shine through in every way! Congratulations and we wish you nothing but the very best now and for many years to come!

Huge thanks to everyone who played a roll in Camila and Peter’s special day!

Stationery & All things paper!: Exclusively Weddings | Florist: Gordon Florist | Ceremony Venue: Loyola Alumni Chapel | Officiant: Fr. Timothy Brown | Ceremony Music: George Miller and Amy Klosterman | Reception Venue: Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Hotel | Bakery: Baltimore Cakery | DJ/Band: Freddie Stevens Entertainment | Transportation: Vintage Limos | Bride’s Attire: Love Couture Bridal | Groom & Groomsmen’s Attire: Jos A. Bank | Bridesmaid’s Attire: Target | Photography: Liz and Ryan

Annapolis Engagement Session | Lauren and David

Engagement, Love, Stories Documented  //  25th June 2014

We were lucky enough to spend our 7 year wedding anniversary with Lauren and David last week photographing their Annapolis Engagement Session. I say lucky enough because these two have absolutely beautiful hearts! We showed up at their door and they handed us an Anniversary bottle of wine! How incredibly sweet is that?!? But even above and beyond that, they shared their AMAZING love with us and we could not be more grateful!

We had so much fun with Lauren and David exploring Quiet Waters Park and the exact location where David proposed in the freezing cold this past winter! ;) And then we made our way to the romantic streets of downtown Annapolis! Seriously, Lauren and David brought the romance to the streets! How AMAZING did Lauren and David look?!? And the added touch of the flowers and champagne!?! SO AMAZING!

Lauren and David- thank you for planning such an AMAZING evening out! We had so much fun strolling through the park and the Annapolis city streets with you! We could not be more grateful for the love that you surrounded us with on our Anniversary! ;) Can’t wait to see you again soon!