Category: Wedding

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Loyola University Maryland Wedding – Carol and TJ

Love, Stories Documented, Wedding // 17th July 2014

From the moment we photographed TJ’s proposal to Carol exactly 1 year before their wedding day, we could not wait to photograph their wedding! There is something about witnessing a proposal that makes you feel a special connection to the couple. It is such an AMAZING moment in their lives and we were blessed to have the opportunity to not only witness it, but capture every emotion from that special day. I am pretty sure we were the only ones, besides the security guard who had a watchful eye on us ;), who witnessed that beautiful moment. We knew right then and there that their wedding would hold an extra special place in our hearts.

Exactly 1 year later, we were standing just yards away from their proposal location at Loyola University Maryland when Carol and TJ exchanged letters with each other (without seeing one another) just minutes before Carol walked down the aisle. As with the proposal, that moment was one that we will always remember. It was incredible to see the emotion just pour out of them. Between TJ’s tears and sniffles you could hear Carol’s sweet giggles as they read line by line. What a beautiful moment!

It truly is such an honor to be there to witness such incredible moments in couple’s lives. Carol and TJ are one of those couples who we know in our hearts prepared just as much (if not more) for their marriage as they did their wedding day! Their beautiful emotion is a testament to how incredibly meaningful these moments truly are! We are so grateful to have Carol and TJ in our lives!

How much fun are they?!? Carol and TJ surprised all of us by doing a quick change just before the reception was over! Carol and TJ are HUGE country fans and this was the PERFECT way to send them off to their honeymoon! ;) (seriously, I am pretty sure they have been to every single country concert in the area over the past few years! ;)… and did I mention that most of the tickets they won on the radio?!? ;) That is another whole super fun story! ;)). So much fun! and just another reason why we love these two so much! ;)

Huge thanks to everyone who helped make Carol and TJ’s wedding so special!

Hair Stylist: Maureen Collela from Dimensions Solon in Auburn, NY | Florist: Raimondi’s Florist | Ceremony Venue: Loyola University Maryland, Alumni Memorial Chapel | Officiant: Fr. Timothy Brown, SJ | Ceremony Music: George Miller, Loyola University Maryland music director & Christopher Roe (family friend) | Reception Venue: Turf Valley Resort | Bakery: Debi’s Cake Studio | DJ/Band: Music Masters | Videographer: Jeremy Mitchell Cinema | Bride & Bridesmaid’s Attire: Betsy Robinson’s Bridal Collection | Groom & Groomsmen’s Attire: Columbia Bridal & Tuxedo

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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

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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!

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Baltimore Inner Harbor Wedding at Tabrizi’s – Kim and Jay

Love, Stories Documented, Wedding // 20th June 2014

It is not often that we get to photograph a wedding right in our “backyard.” We are often traveling all over the place for weddings (which we absolutely love to do!). But this time, our car got a little break. In fact, when we parked for the reception, we parked in the exact spot we normally do near our home. We walked home from the reception. ;) That is pretty magical when I think about it! ;)

Kim and Jay had the most beautiful day to celebrate their Baltimore Inner Harbor Wedding at Tabrizi’s! The blue sky and puffy white clouds made the waterfront views that much more gorgeous! It reminded me of the weather we had on our wedding day that was 7 years ago on the same weekend! ;)

But the weather wasn’t the only thing that took me back to our wedding day as we were photographing. The emotions of excitement and pure happiness on Kim and Jay’s faces were so visible ALL DAY! Seriously, that happy glow never once left their faces… especially after they were officially married! What a happy day!

Kim and Jay, we absolutely loved capturing your wedding day! Thank you for the visible reminder of that pure joy and excitement! We are so happy for you two! We wish you many many many years of that pure joy and excitement! ;)

Huge Thanks to everyone who played a roll in helping to make Kim and Jay’s day so special!

Hair & Makeup: Haute Blow Dry Bar | Florist: Fleur de lis Florist | Church: The Shrine of the Sacred Heart | Officiant: Father William Au | Ceremony Music: Thomas Wilson | Reception Venue: Tabrizi’s Restaurant | Bakery: Patisserie Poupon (The cake was absolutely beautiful- that big flower was all icing! ;) It was a piece of art and tasted so good too!) | DJ/Band: Bob Artman | Transportation: ZBest Limousine | Bride’s Attire: Global Bridal Gallery | Bridesmaid’s Attire: Ann Taylor

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Washington DC Wedding | Jen and Kevin

Love, Stories Documented, Wedding // 12th June 2014

From Maid of Honor & wedding guest to Kevin’s Jefferson Memorial Proposal to their Old Town Alexandria engagement session to their Washington DC wedding… and soon to be Sister and Brother In Law at Stephanie and Greg’s upcoming wedding… these two are pretty super special in our hearts! As we prepared to photograph Jen and Kevin’s Washington DC wedding, we took a moment to reflect on all of the happiness we have had the honor to capture in their lives! What an incredible blessing that has been to us!

We have absolutely loved witnessing and documenting Jen and Kevin’s love story! They light up in such an incredible way when they are around each other and they sure know how to fill a room with smiles! ;)… (Jen, that was not meant to be a dentist pun, but it came out and I kind of love it! ;) )!!!

We could not be more excited to share Jen and Kevin’s wedding day with you! It was classy and elegant and full of fun! We spent the day playing with them in DC… seriously we strolled along M Street in Georgetown, walked through the National Mall with thousands of kids wishing Jen and Kevin the best (SO HAPPY! ;) ), wandered into the Subway for a unique wedding day experience that is certainly unforgettable, journeyed down to the Capitol for some epic night time photos, and then finished off the evening with some bowling at Pinstripe! YES, Jen and Kevin planned their day to do exactly what they wanted to do on their wedding day and they made it happen! ;) We could not be more happy for them!

Jen and Kevin, thank you for sharing your love with us! We are so honored to have been there to capture so many pieces of your love story! Your love has grown in front of our eyes and we can’t wait to celebrate with you as it continues to grow! You two are AMAZING and hold an incredibly special place in our hearts! Congratulations friends!