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Flanders Hotel Wedding, Ocean City, NJ - Billy + Amy
Yesterday was the official start of wedding season 2023 and it started off with a BANG! Amy and Billy were married and the excitement level was high, from their getting ready at the Flanders Hotel, to their ceremony at St. Joseph Church in Sea Isle City (their happy town), to their lively reception with entertainment by the band Midnight Hour. We endured rain, fog, and even the sun popped out to say hello yesterday. A very big congratulations to the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Gormley!
Venue: The Flanders Hotel
Photographer: Styled Pink Photography
Video: Alliance Video
Florist: Betina’s at Parkview
Transportation: First State Trolley Co.
Hair: Scissors and Spice
Makeup: Missy MUA
Band: Midnight Hour
Cake: Baked by the Ocean
Running Deer Golf Club, Pittsgrove, NJ: Evan + Gwen
On a gorgeous fall morning, a gorgeous bride and her gorgeous bridesmaids began to prepare for Gwen and Evan’s special day. That was a lot of gorgeous, but it’s fitting! With her girls in burgundy gowns, and Gwen in her stunning Calla Blance bridal gown, they headed to Our Lady of Peace Parish for nuptials and Even’s first glance at his soon-to-be wife! After their catholic ceremony, Evan and Gwen were officially Mr. and Mrs.! We headed over to Running Deer Golf Club for their reception. Running Deer has some of the best sunsets and I’m a big fan of all of their great photo op areas accessible via golf carts! Who doesn't love a golf cart ride? Gwen showed off her amazing twirling skills and was the absolute definition of a beautiful bride! As cocktail hour was celebrated outdoors, Gwen and Evan joined their party. Their details included wine bottles, corks, navy, burgundy, and gold accents with twinkle lights- so romantic. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Waggoner!
THE DETAILS
Venue: Running Deer Golf Club, Pittsgrove, New Jersey
Florals: Jennifer Designs
Hair & Makeup: Creations by Mia
DJ: Steve & Company
Cake: Stella Baking Co.
Video: Pair of Hearts Films
Smithville Inn Maternity Session: Katie and Dave
I photographed Katie and Dave’s beautiful beach wedding in September of 2018. I was beyond thrilled to hear they were expecting and even more excited when they asked if I would document their maternity session. They decided on historic Smithville in Galloway, New Jersey in December to capture the joy of Christmas and I was beyond excited because… Christmas lights! You know every photographer loves them and I’m no exception. Katie and Dave brought along their first (fur) baby- Zoey- who is now a proud big sister- she’s so adorable. She was also a part of their engagement photos and wedding day! We strolled around stopping at the infamous Christmas Shoppe, carousel, and even saw Mrs. Claus who INSISTED we come into her little home and take photos (see the last photo). It was a tiny room and not the most ideal place to shoot, BUT I can’t justify making Mrs. Claus upset in December and still expect Santa to come to our house. :) Katie and Dave recently welcomed the two new loves of their lives into the world on Valentine’s Day- how adorable! I’m imagining their first birthday photos with SOOO many hearts- this is perfect because Katie is so creative and I can see her thinking of some really special ideas for them! Congrats to the new family of five (including Zoey)!
The Christmas Shoppe in Historic Smithville in Galloway is the perfect backdrop any time of year because who doesn’t love Christmas!?
Meet Zoey! Proud big sister <3
Twinning!
I adore the carousel at Historic Smithville.
Dave makes Katie smile and it’s so adorable!
Katie, you are such a beautiful momma!
A photo for Mrs. Claus in her little house.
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!
Allaire State Park Engagement: Dave and Katie
That weekend was filled with rain- so when Katie told me her and Dave were okay with rain during their engagement session, it was a relief! We tried to work around the forecast, but it pretty much rained their entire session- just enough rain where you need an umbrella. I'm so glad they were into it! Not only were they happy the entire time, but so was their adorable pup, Zoey. We explored Allaire State Park and found some really great locations. One thing I love about their session was the reoccurring theme of Dave making Katie laugh- non-stop! Dave's got plenty of jokes and Katie loves them all- I love this about them! I can only imagine how many genuine smiles I'm going to capture on their wedding day.
