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Atlantic City, NJ Wedding: Kristin + Matt
Kristin and Matt decided on a wedding reception where they knew the food would be amazing and the staff would be welcoming… they choose Kristin’s family restaurant in Atlantic City! This was an undertaking that was unlike anything the restaurant had done before- they turned their parking lot into a tented wedding reception and had every detail accounted for! Kristin and Matt decided on a first look right out front of the restaurant and then a super heartfelt first look with her father just steps away inside of the bar, where her father has spent many hours working. Kristin’s entire family had pulled together to make her dream into a reality and all throughout the day their were hugs and high fives at how well it all came together.
Congrats!
One Atlantic Wedding, Atlantic City, NJ: Brian + Kelly
Brian and Kelly are such a fun couple to be around. Their wedding day was filled with smiles, laughter, tears (happy, of course), and more smiles! One Atlantic provided a stunning backdrop for the Brian and Kelly’s first day as Mr. and Mrs. Capps. Enjoy!
THE DETAILS
Venue: One Atlantic, Atlantic City, New Jersey
Florals: A Votre Service Events
Hair & Makeup: Art is Salon
DJ: DJ Lady FX
Gown: Hayley Paige
The Pier provided a secluded spot for bride and groom portraits at One Atlantic.
Kelly’s mother and mother-in-law help her get into her Hayley Paige wedding gown. SO STUNNING, Kelly!
Kelly’s first look with her father will forever stay with me. Her dad’s reaction is simply priceless.
Brian and Kelly chose to do their first look on the deck at One Atlantic- such a perfect backdrop to see each other for the first time on their wedding day.
We started portraits on the boardwalk of Atlantic City before heading to the beach.
Such an impressive First Dance by the newlyweds.
Back to the balcony for the sunset and a quiet moment together.
Dancing the night away and instead of cutting the cake… feeding each other doughnuts! Love it!
Windrift Hotel Wedding in Avalon, New Jersey: Joe and Amy
I love beach weddings, and a beach wedding in the winter is no exception. Joe and Amy were married at the Windrift Hotel in Avalon, New Jersey in November. I was so excited to be back at the beautiful Windrift and their gorgeous ballroom (see below), and to capture Amy and Joe’s wedding. After getting to know them at their engagement session at Ridley Creek State Park, earlier in the year, I knew we were all in for a good time.
Amy and Joe both got ready at the hotel before their ceremony on a covered deck overlooking the ocean. Amy’s aunt officiated the wedding, giving it such a personal and beautiful touch. While guests headed downstairs to cocktail hour, we snuck out for some gorgeous sunset photos on the beach- aligning just right with golden hour. I knew this would be an extremely memorable wedding when Joe and his friends displayed their AMAZING dance moves on the dance floor. In addition to amazing dance moves, Joe serenaded Amy in front of their guests- does it get any better? Congratulations to Joe and Amy- what an absolute honor to capture your day!
We lucked out with a seasonably warm day in November in Avalon, NJ at the Windrift.
Golden hour on the beaches of Avalon at the Windrift Hotel. So so dreamy!
Amy and her bridesmaids got ready on-site at the Windrift Hotel with the perfect window light for Amy’s bridal portraits.
A First Look with Dad- so beautiful.
This dancefloor- forever memorable!
THE DETAILS
Venue: Windrift Hotel, Avalon, New Jersey
Hair & Makeup: Melanie of Melanie Rae Artistry
Cake : The Cake Boutique
Band: The Juliano Brothers
Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club Wedding, Galloway, New Jersey: KC and Meredith
Meredith and KC are pretty much my dream clients... not only are they buying me peanut M&M's every time they see me (this is amazing) but they are so genuinely sweet! Meredith and KC both completely trusted me with every detail when it came to their photos and I think any photographer will agree- this is the best possible thing for creativity! They were just so much fun to be around, there's lots of joking going on, but when things get serious (like the ceremony), there are tears and there's nothing like someone showing their genuine emotions. As I edited their wedding, there were SO many emotions and Meredith's face showed each one! Clearly, I can't stop gushing about them. Their love is so sweet and I have no doubt that in 10, 20, or even 50 years, they will still be just as crazy about each other as they were on their wedding day. Very best wishes to you, Mr. and Mrs. Koseoglu!
THE DETAILS
Venue: Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club, Galloway, New Jersey
Gown: Sophia Tolli
Flowers: South Jersey Florist
Hair: Melanie Beck of Artemis Salon
Makeup: Pro Makeup Artistry by Dee
Cake: Stockton Seaview
We were chauffeured onto the golf course at the Stockton Seaview with the most gorgeous views, but the clouds this day were begging to be a part of Meredith and KC's story so we had to include them!
I love the variety of the Stockton Seaview for wedding photographs- how about a bridal party group hug?
Meredith's bridal bouquet from South Jersey Florist was stunning- those purples!
How gorgeous is this bride?
We took bride and groom portraits outside of the Bayview Ballroom before their ceremony.
A gorgeous bridal party!
Views of Brigantine and Atlantic City from the Stockton Seaview golf course.
The dog and cat glasses?! YES, I love it.
Unionville Vineyards Wedding, Ringoes, New Jersey: Lindsay and John
It was late in September and it was a hot one when Lindsay and John tied the knot at the gorgeous Unionville Vineyards in Ringoes, New Jersey. They both got ready in the farmhouse alongside their best man, John's brother, and matron of honor, Lindsay's best friend. Lindsay's getting ready involved lots of pale pink and rose gold, which seemed fitting in farmhouse at Unionville Vineyards. The bridal suite is pale pink and absolutely stunning. Lindsay and John opted not to see each other before the ceremony but they shared a special moment as they held hands while standing on opposite sides of a door- talk about anticipation! The ceremony was just beside the farmhouse and officiated by Lindsay's Godfather. It was during that time I learned that Lindsay and John had known each other for a while but hit it off while at ShopRite one day and the rest is history. After the ceremony we went into the vineyards for portraits of the new Mr. and Mrs. Reilly before they joined their reception underneath of a tent. As the night went on, the party headed indoors in the Winery Building. What an absolutely beautiful day! Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Reilly!
THE DETAILS
Venue: Unionville Vineyards, Ringoes, New Jersey
Gown: Martina Liana
Flowers: Dahlia Florals
Hair: Christy Madriz
Makeup: Perfect Bridals by Christina
Catering & Cake: Main Street Fine Catering
