Jessica and John: married

The next part of the journey for Jessica and John was to be married. They both were highly anticipating and full of excitement to become husband and wife.  Their wedding was a destination wedding for this Brooklyn couple. Their family and friends traveled and joined them at Swiss Woods Bed and Breakfast here in Lititz PA late July. The forecast threatened heavy and severe thunderstorms all afternoon; however there was not one drop of rain on their wedding.

The day started at Swiss Woods as Jessica was surrounded by her bridal party as hair and make up was completed. Her mother was never too far away and was holding back sweet tears as she watched her daughter get ready for her wedding day. There was a smile on Jessica’s face from the first moment I saw her. She was relaxed and kept saying how excited that she was getting married!

Jessica and John both opted to see each other before the ceremony. The anticipation and emotions that overflow from this moment is one of my favorite parts to capture between a bride and groom. The beautiful gardens at Swiss Woods provided the perfect backdrop for their first look. They spent the rest of their wedding day side by side with smiles on their faces.

John’s love for nature and Jessica becoming more like John over the years had them both desiring to be married outside. The ceremony was on the open lawn surrounded by beautiful flower beds as the guest enjoyed the view. Jessica’s walk down with her father was sweet and her mother looked on, this time with tears in her eyes. Jessica and John officially became husband and wife and it was time to celebrate!

Jessica and John love for their family and friends who celebrated them on their wedding day was evident. Much of the planning of their wedding focused on making sure their guests were being served, having a good time and the food of course. The cocktail hour, white tent, first dance, four course meal, beyond gorgeous flowers, dessert table, and dancing into the late night as husband and wife were all part of Jessica and John’s beautiful reception.

This was my last wedding of this season and it could not have ended better for me. Jessica and John thank you for having us be a part of your wedding and allowing us to document this next part of your journey together! You and your family treated us like we were family and we loved every minute of your wedding day! I also must thank Lyndon for second shooting with me. ENJOY!!!

Swiss Woods is Jessica and John’s getaway spot and were so thankful when they agree to host their wedding.http://www.jamiedphoto.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=7557&action=editJessica is so thoughtful…she gave each bridesmaid a custom robe with their initials.In honor of John’s father John wore his father’s cufflinks and his union necklace.Jessica’s mother love was beautiful for her daughter.a few portraits before the first look.The image above captured by Lyndon as Jessica waited for their first look.This smile says it all.these flowers were amazing!and every dress should have pockets.And this is where I agreed that her dad should kiss her again.Out on the lawn of Swiss Woods Jessica and John promised to love one another as long as they both shall live.Jessica and John both made these cones that hung from the chairs, filled with beautiful flower petals to toss!Look at these flowers. Simply beautiful! The colors and variety! Oh my they were gorgeous!John too had a smile on his face all day.Husband and wife!!!Lyndon’s angle…After the ceremony the guest move right into the cocktail hour outside on the lawn.LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!We took ten minutes before the reception started to capture a few more portraits and I’m so thankful we did!!Now for more beautiful details…The beautiful day turned into a beautiful evening as the sun set at Swiss Woods.Dancing was a must for Jessica.Favors for the guest reflect their love for coffee and local chocolate.The moon came out and Jessica and John danced the night away together as husband and wife!!

Invitation: Inspirations by Amie Lee

Ceremony and Reception: Swiss Woods Bed and Breakfast

Wedding Dress: Simone Carvalli from Monica’s Bridal in NY

Shoes: Badgley Mischka Lacie Rhinestone 

Rings: James Allen

Veil and Hair pieces:  Bridal Styles ( NY)

Hair Stylist: Salon Enso

Makeup: Makeup by Chelsea

 Groom attire: Vera Wang Men’s Warehouse – Black Vest

Groomsmen attire: Vera Wang Men’s Warehouse  – Champagne Vest

 Florals: Sandra L. Porterfield

Wedding Cake: Rosie’s Creative Cakes

Wedding Cupcakes: Rebecca’s Heavenly Goodies

Music : Matthew Cleveland – Occasions DJ’s

Catering: Rettew’s

 

 

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Michelle Miller Interiors: Annapolis Residence II

Today I share with the second Annapolis residence that Michelle Miller of Michelle Miller Interiors designed. Michelle is talented. She has been designing spaces for her clients over a decade adding details and elegance to create a home personal to her clients. Michelle has the gift to see beyond what is existing and what could be created to meet her clients needs. Listening to her clients is another gift that Michelle excels in. Michelle understands the importance of listening and hearing her client’s desires and needs when designing a home.

Michelle designed several custom pieces and collaborated with Lyndon of Lyndon Heath Cabinetry  to build them for this home. Michelle is also noted for her love for custom millwork. Michelle will design and create hand drawn sketches of her custom pieces for her clients. They were then brought to life and installed into her client’s home by Lyndon Heath Cabinetry. The pieces are beautiful, elegant and yet practical. Thank you again Michelle for this opportunity to work with you photographing your design work. ENJOY!!!

Michelle designed this custom piece for her clients. Elegant and yet practical.

Lyndon Heath Cabinetry built and installed this custom piece.

The wood panel was custom designed by Michelle and built by Lyndon Heath Cabinetry for this bathroom creating a modern look.

The kitchen was remodel and updated by adding these cabinets creating a fresh look with clean lines.

I love the space and high ceilings that create an openness that this home possesses,

yet the pieces that Michelle has designed and selected has added texture, grounding, and warmth.The living room is adjacent to the dining room and is surrounded by windows allowing their clients to enjoy the view of the bay.Michelle designed this custom walnut piece for her client in which then Lyndon Heath Cabinetry built.Look at the details on this media center.These coffee tables…designed by Michelle and built by Lyndon Heath Cabinetry.

Michelle Miller Interiors

2654 Maryland Ave | Studio B

Baltimore, MD 21218

P: 410.702.4993 | F: 410.235.2368

michelle@michellemillerinteriors.com

michellemillerinteriors.com

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Lyndon Sentz

Lyndon Heath Cabinetry

717.413.2942

lyndon@lyndonheathcabinetry.com

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Michelle Miller Interiors: Annapolis Residence

I was introduced to Michelle Miller of Michelle Miller Interiors by the way of Lyndon Heath Cabinetry. Michelle contacted me with the opportunity to photograph two Annapolis residences that she designed. I love meeting new designers. Immediately Michelle’s warm, friendly, and caring personality was noticed through the emails, a phone call, and continued on the day of the photo shoot. When I arrived I felt like I was meeting a friend that I had known, although it was the first time. I know her clients feel the same way when working with Michelle on a design project. Michelle’s design is elegant and clean creating a simplicity to each space she designs. Michelle works to bring life to each space that personal to her clients. This is what I experienced when photographing these spaces. Everything was simply elegant and inspiring.

This home is located on the water of the Chesapeake Bay. We started with the outdoor space that Michelle designed and then moved inside the home to photograph two other spaces. We were racing against the weather as it threaten huge thunderstorms. As I finished photographing the pool the rain came and it poured. Perfect timing. I had a wonderful day being inspired by Michelle and by her work. Thank you so much Michelle for asking me to photograph your design work. Here are the photographs from the first residence! ENJOY!!!

Michelle Miller Interiors

2654 Maryland Ave | Studio B

Baltimore, MD 21218

P: 410.702.4993 | F: 410.235.2368

michelle@michellemillerinteriors.com

michellemillerinteriors.com

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Kristen and Jon Mike: married

The sun was out, the sky was blue with big puffy white clouds and the temperature was above ninety as family and friends gathered to celebrate Kristen and Jon Mike’s marriage earlier this month. Kristen’s great grandfather’s farm was the backdrop for their wedding with a beautiful barn, pond, willow trees, and a white tent for the reception. The day was filled with yellow and blue details and ideas that Kristen and her family planned for this celebration.

Kristen was surrounded by her sister and bridesmaids as she got ready in the old farm house. Lace, pearls and a beautiful smile is what Kristen wore for her wedding day! Kristen and Jon Mike opted to have a first look. It is one of my favorite moments within the wedding day. I loved the smiles that naturally overflowed from Jon Mike as he saw Kristen in her beautiful lace dress. They shared this quiet time together looking at one another and pausing to embrace. This was their wedding day that they have waited for and it was now here!

Kristen and Jon Mike’s wedding celebrated the gift of marriage that God has created and that they were entering. During the ceremony Kristen sang with the worship band, personal hand written vows were spoken, and rings exchanged to display their promise of commitment to love one another before God. Yellow rose petals were tossed as Kristen and Jon Mike exited before their carriage ride.

Their families and friends enjoyed the hors d’oeuvres under the willow trees and then were seated under a white tent for the dinner. Toasts were made by the maid of honor and best man, and then both set of parents gave a toast to their children. The spoke of the work they have seen God do in their lives, who he created them to be and encouraged them in their new roles as husband and wife. Their words were sweet and honoring.

The night continued with their first dance on the dock, pictures with friends, cake cutting, and square dancing back in the barn. Kristen and Jon Mike exited their reception in her grandfather’s antique Ford as sparklers lined the drive. Kristen and Jon Mike thank you so much for allowing me to capture your wedding day! Your faith and love for God and one another left me inspired and thankful for the gift of marriage. Also many thanks for Tina for second shooting with me. ENJOY!!!

Beautiful soft flowers were the perfect touch on Kristen’s dress.Kristen’s sister was the sweetest and by her side all of the  day!We spent several minutes before the first look for portraits of Kristen who has the most beautiful smile.There is much anticipation of seeing one another and I love capturing their reactions.Tina’s perspective.Above is one reason why I love first looks.The cute ring bearer and beautiful flower girl!Jon Mike’s mother made each of the bridesmaids necklaces!Kristen reading her vows and commitment to Jon Mike were genuine and sweet.LOVE LOVE LOVE their smiles!!!The Reception was filled with lawn games, carriage rides, bird cages, fresh flowers, and blue and yellow details.I loved that both parents spoke and honored Kristen and Jon Mike!then we took five minutes to capture a few images of them by the barn.Jon Mike can make Kristen smile like no one else can.

LOVE this!!!what a setting for a first dance!!You do not always know what reaction you will have when the cake is cut;

however Jon Mike’s face indicates he knew his plan all along.Then dancing in the barn!

Event Planner: Linda Bomberger (Mom), Laura Bomberger (Sister), and Me:)

Wedding Coordinator: Jenny Hoover

 Assistant Wedding Coordinators (Friends): Megan Ranck, Emily Weaver, Laura High

 Invitations: Invitations By Chrissy

 Ceremony and Reception: Eshelman’s Farm

 Dress: The Bridal Emporium

 Shoes: DSW

 Jewelry/Rings: Earrings from Bonton, Wedding Rings from Koser and Finch Jewelers

 Veil and Flower: Country Threads By Gail

 Hair Stylist: Darla’s Hair Care and Spa

 Makeup:  Darla’s Hair Care and Spa

 Bridesmaid’s dresses – Banana Republic

Shoes – DSW, Jewelry – Samantha Richards (Jon Mike’s Mom) made them.

       Groom attire: Suit – Central PA Tuxedo, Tie – JC Penney

 Groomsmen attire:  Pants – Central PA Tuxedo, Ties – JC Penney,

 Flowers: Sharon Hess

 Cake:  Oregon Dairy

 Music (ceremony/reception):

Worship Team (Friends) – Dave High, Matt Stilley, Andrew McLean, Kristin Bell, Laura Bomberger, Kristen Bomberger.

Sound Guy – Adam Geesaman

Catering:  Country Home Catering

 Rentals:  Hess Tent Rental, Express Laundry & Linens, and Rental World

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What a gorgeous wedding for a beautiful couple! Your photos captured brilliantly the love this couple shares.