Congrats Kelly and Patrick

We had the pleasure of photographing the fabulous wedding of Kelly and Patrick a few weeks back. Everything was so lovely. Yes, lovely. It was just so organized and well, lovely! Kelly was a doll and full of smiles and such a joy to be around. She had the cutest little flower people and it was a day filled with love and pure happiness. They chose Gillette Castle for their photo location which was cool because although I have shot there before, I had never shot a wedding there. Such a pretty view and creative architecture. My day was filled with new experiences because their reception was at the new Riverhouse in Haddam and this was my first time shooting here as well! What a beautiful spot! Crazy ceiling vaults and a balcony made for some interesting photos. Thank you Kelly and Patrick for sharing your day with us.

Melissa and Tommy ~ Congratulations

I'm way behind on my wedding blogs .... Sorry!

Melissa and Tommy had a Gorgeous day! They were married at the beautiful Waters Edge Resort and Spa a few weeks back. There was so much love and excitement at this wedding and the reception was the craziest dance party I've ever ever ever seen!!! Mind you, it was a Sunday night wedding!!! I left at almost midnight and the dancefloor was still jam packed with kids of ALL ages. We even got a fancy lightning storm in the wee hours of the party. Fun fun times.

First day butterflies

Today was the first day of school in my town. We frantically did our school shopping yesterday at 12pm to get everything my big boy Zack would need for his first day of 1st grade! I just can't believe how fast he has grown up. It seems like not that long ago we were holding him in our arms and praying he'd fall asleep. Now he's off on a big yellow school bus as independent as can be. 5 years old going on 30! He even requested his hair be done up so he can look "cool". I'm so shocked to see that the word 'cool' is still cool! But anyways...after some Kix, a good tooth brushing and a goodbye kiss for Ella, he was off for his newest adventures. And as for me? I think I'll get some work done now!

No, that's not the street, it's actually our rediculously long driveway!It was a bit chilly this morning!

Happy Birthday my sweet!

Today is my beloved's birthday and what a special day it is. He has brought so much patience and love into my life and I'm so glad we are together. We have been together for 11 years (since we were 16) and I've seen him grow into the caring man and wonderful father he is today. It has been a blessing having him in my life.

Igor requested we spend Sunday as a family day and so we took an awesome day trip to Boston. We visited the aquarium and wandered the streets and Quincy Market. It was a beautiful day! Today we'll keep it simple though and gather with our families at our favorite pizza place...Frank Pepe's!!!! YUM! :) Happy 28th Birthday Igor! We love you!

P*U*G spells fun times! (and Pug too)

We were so excited to host the August PUG (Pictage user group) meeting! Justin and Mary brought the movie "The Man Who Wasn't There" and we viewed it all drive-in-movie style with the movie projected on a big white sheet against our house and lawn chairs, popcorn, candy and blankets. Yes, Blankets!!! Why is it so cold already in August? Thanks everyone for such a fun time!

Congrats Adriane and TJ

The most perfect day! Yesterday...the sky was the most amazing blue and we were blessed with white beautiful puffy clouds, the temp was in the 70's and we got to shoot a wedding in all of these perfect conditions. Not just any wedding, Adriane and TJ's wedding! It doesn't get better than that! This was her mom's hanky from her wedding which was embroidered with her name and date. Adriane added her own name and wedding date to it so this was very special. There is also a yellowish hanky under it (you can see peaking out from the left) which Adriane's great grandmother had made for her grandmother's wedding. The beautiful bouquet that was so perfect that everyone thought it was fake! And...the rolls :)

This cathedral church was just breathtaking! St. Augustine's in Bridgeport, it was where Adriane's grandmother was married 55 years prior.
And the first kiss...
For the grand exit, everyone circled around the front church steps and blew bubbles.
Adriane and TJ in the sunflower maze.
And the wedding party in the sunflower maze...so fun!

Igor took this AWESOME silhouette shot by the tree!

The first dance.

Congratulations Adriane and TJ. Thank you for sharing such a special day with us!!