Hip Hip Hooray for Hues
Love it when things do not match… but coordinate.
A hue is a gradient or variation of color. It is about having elements that compliment without being the same.
No one wants the tone of their wedding to be one note. Make your colors sing.
(Photos by: Joielala Photographie)
We all have “firsts”.
For Amy and Kevin, this was their first true love… and their forever love.
For Amy and Kevin, this was their first true love… and their forever love.
For me, it was my first wedding.
I continue to celebrate this date – six years ago today.
What a glorious day filled with so much love and laughter.
The ceremony and reception were held at Gilsland Farm (Maine Audubon Society) in Falmouth. The day was bright, sunflowers from the farmer’s market were bold, and bride and groom were poised to have the time of their lives.
The bride took deep shaky breaths as she prepared to stroll down the aisle, and an endless grin spread across her face as she met her groom’s eyes.
This was the first time that I had ever experienced this moment this way. I will never forget it. Usually, from where I stand, I can see the groom’s face when he sees his bride for the very first time on their wedding day. It is a moment that I don’t think I will ever get over. It’s a glimpse into a very special moment; a very private moment; and it is why I love what I do. Thank you Amy and Kevin for sharing that moment with me for the first time.
The ceremony concluded with a shrill “yay!” from the bride just before the kiss… and the two set off to celebrate. They treated their guests to amazing food and unbridled dancing beneath trees drenched in mason jar lanterns and a glowing tent. The bride and groom worked hard on every detail to make their wedding their dream day. My favorite element was that every piece was “stamped” with a logo they created out of their initials (designed by Kevin). So clever!
It is crazy to think that six years have already passed… it seems only a heartbeat ago. I am now honored to call Amy and Kevin dear friends. I have had the pleasure to witness their fabulous relationship grow through the years – from their walk down the aisle, to their first house, to the birth of their beautiful boys.
Cheers Amy and Kevin! … to you and your sixth anniversary. May you continue to be such an amazing team and to find great joy in the small things in life. Steady as you go.
Ceremony Location: Gilsland Farm, Falmouth, ME
Officiant: Maureen Quark
Reception Location: Gilsland Farm, Falmouth, ME
Caterer: Barbara’s Kitchen (we miss you Barbara!)
Florist: Yarmouth Flower Company
Rentals: One Stop Party Shoppe
Cake: European Bakery
Photographer: Jeff Stevensen, Jeff Stevensen Photography
… but if a marriage is born between two already self-discovered, what a lovely adventure begins, hurricanes and all.
A classic car. Classic style. A classic couple. Classic and classy.
Five years ago today I watched a stunningly beautiful bride meet her impeccably tailored groom face to face at a small chapel on Cousins Island, Maine.
Perhaps the only thing to outshine the stylish attire of the two were the smiles on the their faces on that wonderful day.
The Cousins Island Chapel in Yarmouth was packed with family and friends for the beautiful ceremony. The wedding rings arrived at the chapel on a classic toy Shelby Cobra carried by the bride’s nephew. The rings left the chapel on the fingers of their new owners as they pulled away in a classic Camaro SS. (how cool is that?!).
The reception celebration commenced at Handy Boat in Falmouth – a very unique location – where the ceilings were draped with sails from boats to create a cozy and festive atmosphere. The entirety of the fabulous wedding decor was created by the bride and her mother – an amazing dynamic duo, indeed.
And the dancing … oh the dancing! It was hard to stop all those feet from moving as the band played their last song. The night could have gone on forever.
Shelby and Scott (along with their families) hosted a truly amazing party. Love was surely in the air on that night five years ago as everyone celebrated with gusto.
Cheers Shelby and Scott!… to you and your fifth anniversary. May you continue to find great joy in your life together – dancing together. I will continue to applaud the Adventures MacLeod.
You two are true classics.
Ceremony Location: Cousins Island Chapel, Yarmouth, ME
Reception Location: Handy Boat, Falmouth, ME
Caterer: Falmouth Sea Grill
Rentals: One Stop Party Shoppe
Cake: European Bakery
Photographer: Randy Billmeier and Mel Berghuis
Music: Two Bass Jon
(Photos: Randy Billmeier and Mel Berghuis)
I remember the initial call from the Pacific Northwest so fondly …
Planning from afar can be a daunting task, but Jessica and Mike did it with grace and laughter – a true testament to “don’t sweat the small stuff”.
Their day was filled with the personal touches of a couple that make the moment so real: the bride’s grandfather driving her to the church in his antique cadillac; the officiant pausing to mop the groom’s face as the tears began to fall; a ceremony that was so incredibly moving.
Jessica and Mike’s shared their love of wine during their nuptials by incorporating a “wine ceremony”, a toast and a few appropriate words of wisdom from the officiant:
“The years of our lives are a cup of wine poured out for us to drink. The grapes, when they are pressed give forth their good juices for the wine. Under the wine press of time our lives give forth their labor and honor and love. Many days you will sit at the same table and eat and drink together. Drink now, and may the cups of your lives be sweet and full to running over.”
The couple continued to share their love of wine with guests at the reception by serving some of their favorite wines from their home state of Oregon.
But I have to admit that my favorite part of the entire day was watching the bride dance with her father; I was brought to tears. I have since filed it away as one of my favorite wedding moments ever – I remember every minute of it. As a matter of fact, did you know I danced with MY dad to the same song at MY wedding?
Cheers Jessica and Mike! … to you and your fourth anniversary. I am a better person for sharing in your day.
Wishing you continued love and laughter in your many years to come. May the road always rise up to meet you.
Ceremony Location: Spurwink Church, Cape Elizabeth, ME
Officiant: Julie Draper
Organist: Sylvia Infantine
Reception Location: Ri Ra Irish Pub, Portland, ME
Rentals: One Stop Party Shoppe
Flowers: Yarmouth Flower Company
Photographer: Chris Riley, Riley Photographic
Music: Mike Mahoney, M & M Entertainment (DJ)
(Photos: Chris Riley, Riley Photographic)