As if Elizabeth + Chris weren't the coolest to begin with, they got even cooler because they were down for a day-after session with us. We roamed the adorable streets of Møllestien and went to Den Uendelige Bro, also known as the Infinite Bridge. I am so excited to share these images!
Did you miss their wedding? Check it out here.
Jumpsuit (goals)
Bomber jacket (also goals)
I truly do not know where to start when it comes to writing up the way Elizabeth + Chris' wedding made me feel. It has always been a dream of mine to shoot a destination wedding, so when Elizabeth emailed me over a year ago, my heart skipped a beat. I could not have said yes fast enough. It was our first time to Denmark and wow, we fell in love with the city instantly. We explored for a couple days, drank all the coffee and then came Saturday July 21st - the big bash!
Now I have to say, Danish people know how to party. They're kind and generous, but they also know how to have a good time. The guys started the day by playing Nintendo in their underwear. The ladies started by reminiscing over Elizabeth's grandmothers' and great grandfathers' wedding photos. Both Jonathan and I felt like lifelong friends the whole day.
Elizabeth and Chris decided to opt out of a first look and I'm kinda glad they did. Chris' reaction to seeing his beautiful bride had us all crying. The love they have for one another was so so apparent throughout the ceremony. Let's back up a minute to how they met. Elizabeth is from America, a town only about 30 minutes from us, while Chris has lived in Denmark his whole life. Elizabeth packed herself up and moved to Denmark for a new adventure. Just two months into living there, they both swiped right and the rest was history. They were made for each other.
Okay, fast forward to the party. Like I said, Danish people know what's up. Here are a few traditions you should know:
- If the guests stomp their feet the couple must dive under the table for a kiss. (Those photos are great, just wait.)
- If the guests tap their glasses the couple must climb onto the chairs and kiss. (Also so fun.)
- And lastly...the most fun in my opinion - if the groom leaves the room at any point, male guests can make their way up to the bride to give her a kiss. Similarly, if the bride leaves the room at any point, female guests can make their way up to the groom to give him a kiss.
Unlike American weddings, there's a toastmaster who runs the show. Anyone at the wedding is welcome to come up and share some love to the couple, sing a song or even play a game. Chris' groomsman know his love for boy bands, so they had a special "Name this Boy Band" game for the newlyweds to play! It was so unique and fun. We saw fun slideshows, heard stories that made us cry and were smiling the entire evening.
One of the final Danish traditions is the Bridal Waltz. Elizabeth and Chris dance while everyone claps and gets closer and closer. Once we cannot get any closer, the men pick Chris up and cut his socks to symbolize that he's a taken man forever! I honestly can say I've never had more fun at a wedding. Not to mention, Elizabeth crushed the details.
We love these two so much. They're the real deal and I'm so excited to share their wedding photos.
Matt + Clare got married this past weekend on her mother's farm in Dillsburg, PA and boy was it special. One of my favorite parts of my job is seeing how all my couple's put their unique touch into the big day and these two crushed it in the personal touch department. Matt + Clare, with the help of their families of course, have spent the past year and a half - yes, a year and a half, working tirelessly to make the barn and property their dream venue. Even the wooden tables + benches were all made by hand specifically for their day. I love it!
Jonathan and I arrived on the farm early afternoon and were immediately greeted by friendly faces and special people who were extremely excited to get Matt + Clare hitched. We were too! The girls got ready downstairs and spent the whole time giggling. They picked wildflowers growing on the farm to use as the finishing touches to their hair. The guys were upstairs relaxing and getting ready, perhaps sneaking in a pre-ceremony shot.
They had a beautiful ceremony in the barn and then headed over to the tent for the party! Right before dinner the skies opened up to a torrential downpour. The winds were picking up and knocking things over and the rain was soaking tables inside the tent, but with a little sense of humor from their guests, the party continued. The DJ threw on It's Raining Men and Umbrella to lighten the mood. Everyone was having a blast out on the dance floor. We even ended up with a baby rainbow!
The speeches were both hilarious and heart felt. We snuck away for some portraits with Clare's horses which was really special. They spent the rest of the night dancing, playing yard games + beer pong, and enjoying their first hours as husband + wife with their closest loved ones. It was such an honor to be a part of Matt + Clare's wedding day. They are both genuine, kind people and I feel blessed to have captured this day for them.
Vendors:
Dress - Tamzens Bridal
Hair/Makeup - Moxy Salon and Day Spa
Catering - Chef Exclusive
DJ - Tipton Entertainment
I love all my couples equally, but what I love even more is when the love between them is SO apparent. That was definitely the case for Carolyn + Joseph. They got married May 5, 2018 at the Philadelphia Mormon Temple. From the moment they stepped out of temple with their hands in the air and smiles plastered across their faces, I knew we were going to have a great day celebrating their love for each other and the Lord. Everyone swarmed them with hugs + love as soon as they came outside and I think that's a testament to how wonderful they are as people.
Jonathan and I had so much fun photographing them all over the beautiful grounds of the temple. I know we were both smiling behind our cameras the entire time. One of Joseph's brothers couldn't make the wedding because he was in London on a mission but rest assured, he was there in spirit. He was also there by way of a cardboard cut out - yeah, it was creative + hilarious! Don't scroll past those family photos!
Fast forward to their reception which was held at the Westminster Riding Club in Maryland. Carolyn crushed the details + decor and you'll be drooling over the dessert table for sure! They partied all night long with their family and friends dancing and having the best of times! I am so incredibly grateful Jonathan and I got to be a part of such an incredible wedding day! Carolyn + Joseph deserve all the happiness in the world!
Always thankful for Jonathan shooting alongside me!
Ceremony: Philadelphia Mormon Temple
Reception: Westminster Riding Club
Florals: Regina Barkdull & Tami Koncurat
Hair + makeup: Hannah Pryor
Caterer: Bricello's Caterers
DJ: Phil Petersam
Dress: A Bridal Center
Ring: Wilson Diamonds
