Joe and Meredith married

December 22, 2011

Joe and Meredith’s wedding took place on a farm in Mifflintown, PA early September. It is not any farm, but Joe’s family farm. Restoring the farm was a labor of love by many. Inside the lower barn they have the before and after pictures of all the work they completed that transformed their property. It is nestled among the rolling hills and farms about an hour and half from Lancaster! Sun Set Lake Farm  is beautiful and a perfect outdoor venue that includes ceremony and reception in all one location.

Meeting with each couple allows me to get to know the couple, hear their story, and to begin to build a friendship. It is important to be able to connect with your photographer. We spend most of my day together as I capture one of the most important days of your life. This seemed to happen immediately when I met with Joe and Meredith. When I sat down to go over the timeline and details with Joe and Meredith they already knew that they wanted to do a First Look! Meredith knew she wanted the time alone with Joe and to have the rest of the day to be with him. These two were so excited to get married! I love when couples are so thrilled about each other and getting married!! Marriage is such a gift and Joe and Meredith knew that it came from God. Their First Look was out on the dock over looking the new pond-a perfect setting to capture their excitement to see one another.

I love how Joe and Meredith chose to get married at his family’s farm. Maybe it is because I also got married at my parent’s farm or the that they will be able to visit the farm where they confessed to love God and to love one another as husband and wife. Friends and family traveled and spent the day on the farm. Whether it was sitting on a rocker enjoying the view, dangling their feet in the water on the dock, or talking in the barn under strands of lights everyone enjoyed themselves. As the sun was setting it was time for Joe and Meredith to exit! And let me just say what an amazing grand exit. . .sparklers and a motorcycle!

Joe and Meredith it was an honor to be there and capture your wedding-thank you! All the hard work and many hours was worth creating a beautiful site where you became husband and wife! And many thanks to Lyndon for second shooting with me.

Pictures capturing the extensive renovation of the farm are hung in the lower level.

A picture of Meredith grandfather who was enjoying the view while everyone was getting ready.Getting ready pictures in the lower part of barn. . .I love all the wood beams!

Joe and his groomsmen got ready at his cabin about 10 minutes away from the farm.

I know I have said this and will continue to say it, I love when a couples choose to do a First Look!!

My angle on the left and Lyndon’s angle on the right.

Love their smiles. . .A favorite from the day, just moments after their First Look!!

I love this one of you Meredith!!

The outdoor setting, the lake and canoe was a perfect feel for Joe and Meredith wedding. 

What a great group of friends and family that filled their bridal party!!

Wood floors, lights hung above, and natural light created a beautiful reception in the upper part of the barn.Loved the old shutters used now for table assignments.There were signs created on old wood giving direction where everything was located.

 

Officially husband and wife!!

Again we took some time for some more portraits as husband and wife. . .and the sun was setting.It was a surprising hot September day. . .Meredith willing stepped into the pond for some pictures!

The toasts honored Joe and Meredith as people who love and serve God and love one another!

LOVE the series of these pictures!Everyone enjoyed the warm summer night outdoors!

Check out the bike!! and  if you look close enough in the picture on the right you can see us in the reflection!

As the bride and groom left, the bridesmaid head to the dock. There was talk of jumping in all day!Some talked and some jumped!!

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John and Cassie married

December 21, 2011

If I was describe John and Cassie’s wedding day I would say it was simply elegant.  Cassie collected wedding images and pictures of details that she wanted to incorporate into her wedding. Everything about the day was thought through and planned according to their vision. The first time I met with Cassie, she was organized and shared all the details that were planned for their wedding. I love when a bride is organized and has a plan! Collecting images and details helps you to create a theme and feel for your wedding. Pinterest is awesome creative way to gather ideas and pictures as you plan the biggest day of your life. I will give you a warning. . . it is addicting. Knowing Cassie and John’s desires allowed me to know what they wanted and how I best could serve them on their wedding day. On the wedding day it is my job to know the details and be fully aware of the timeline. The only job that John and Cassie had was to be in love! They were experts at this!!

It was a Saturday afternoon in early August that I arrived at Hotel Du Pont where Cassie and her bridesmaids finished getting ready. Cassie was surrounded by her sister, mother, and bridesmaids. What an amazing group of close girlfriends Cassie had present as she slipped into her wedding gown and heels. Over at The Whist Club John, his father, and his groomsmen hung out and relaxed before the ceremony. I know the guys have it easy on the getting ready side of things. Before leaving for the ceremony Cassie was delivered a hand written note by John with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. A limo arrived and whisked Cassie and her bridesmaids to the church.

In the church John and Cassie confessed their love for one another through personally written vows. I will add that Cassie memorized hers! A Rolls Royce awaited the newly husband and wife to take them back to The Whist Club for a time of celebration with their closest friends and family. John and Cassie were purposeful and amazingly thoughtful in how their guest would experience their wedding. They were grateful for all their support and love that they gave them. During the reception, John surprised Cassie with singing a song he wrote for her. It spoke only of his love he found in her!

Again, I always love a few minutes at sunset with the bride and groom. For John and Cassie we headed to the rooftop of The Whist Club! Thank you Cassie for climbing three flights of stairs to reach the top in your heels!! John and Cassie thank you for inviting me to be a part of your wedding day, I was honored to be there! And many thanks to Tina Lapp for second shooting with me!

 

I love the personalized hanger for Cassie’s dress!Leaving Hotel Du Pont. . .

Over at the Whist CLub John and the groomsmen were hanging out.

Before the ceremony we took time for bridal portraits and some with Cassie’s bridemaids.These girls were awesome. . .they never left Cassie’s side all day!A hand written note from John to his soon to be wife!!Cassie want to make sure everyone could be together. . .a limo escorted them to the church.I love capturing the small glances and looks exchanged between a bride and groom!Married!!!LOVE this picture of them leaving the church! so classic!Upon arriving back at the Whist Club we took the opportunity and took some portraits with the Rolls Royce. . .Love the colors Cassie choose for her bridesmaids!

above is a favorite you Cassie! You are stunning!

We almost forgot to get a picture of the bridal group with the handmade sign. . .i love when a couple adds special details that they love and want!

Inside the Whist Club the tables were set and the reception was filled with their closest friends and family.

There is something so special about the first dance as husband and wife!John was leading their steps. . .

John’s surprise. . .Cassie’s reaction. . .the dance floor was packed. . .

A few quiet moments up on the roof top with Wilmington city lights in the background.

I will end with my favorite of the two of you!! I love the quietness and peace you two have when together!!

 

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Abby Grace

Oh Jamie, these are simply beautiful. You did an amazing job capturing their love!

Danielle

Love the purple bridesmaid dresses, the flowers on the Rolls-Royce, and the “just married” sign!

Shane and Nikolina married

December 20, 2011

It was on a Sunday afternoon in June that I arrived at Stone Mill Inn. It was Nikolina and Shane’s wedding day! I had met Nikolina and Shane there about a month before their wedding to see the venue and go over details of their wedding day. Nikolina expressed how much she loved this venue and when Stone Mill Inn had a day available she knew it was to be their wedding date.

I walked over to the guest house located at the Stone Mill Inn to find Nikolina surrounded by her bridesmaids and mother. They were finishing up getting their hair and makeup done. It was time for Nikolina to slip into her dress as it was almost time for their First Look. Initially, Nikolina wanted to wait to see Shane; however after discussing the timeline in detail they both opted for the First Look. Again, they wanted to have time to be with one another, family, friends, and guests who traveled to be a part of their wedding celebration.

I confess, I love when a bride and groom to do a First Look! Shane was positioned first on a stone walk way with his back facing Nikolina. Nikolina walked towards Shane in her wedding dress. They were alone, together. The anticipation inside me builds every time when a couple sees each other for the first time. We stood back, shooting away to catch their first moments seeing each other!  Those first moments when when Shane looked at his bride only spoke of love. From this point on in their wedding day they laughed and smiled together. Nikolina has the most beautiful smile!! And it is in every picture!

Thank you Nikolina and Shane for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day and to capture your love! If you want to see their Leather Craftsmen wedding album that displays all their pictures click here. Also many thanks to Tina Lapp for second shooting with me.

 This is a beautiful venue located in Pennsylvania with outdoor ceremony sites with indoor reception availability.

details of the getting ready. . .earrings, dress, veil, and perfume.The whole first floor of the guest house provided the perfect location for Nikolina and her bridesmaids to get ready.Above on the left is Tina’s angle and on the right is mine; seconds before the First Look!

Having a second shooter allows for both angles to be captured not only at the First Look, but throughout your wedding day!

Look at the smiles!!

Above is a favorite from their day!!

They both loved the rustic barn that was on the Stone Mill Inn property and so did I!

The sound of the string quartet that played during the ceremony filled the air.Love the flowers and her touch of blue!My favorite picture of a dad looking at his daughter!!I loved how they made each other laugh and smile all day long.

Shane surprised Nikolina with a wedding band to match the details of her engagement ring and her smile showed that he did not disappoint.

Cocktail hour was served under the white tent outside, before moving indoors for the reception.

 

Their first dance. . .nothing but smiles!

I am so thankful to steal 10 minutes with the bride and groom as the sunsets for several more portraits!

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Abby Grace

What a GORGEOUS venue! I love the stone. ANd that shot of her earrings in the window light? Perfection.

Alex and Jenna married

December 19, 2011

The first time I met Alex and Jenna was down at Fells Point for their engagement session. They braved the freezing weather and the wind that day to have their engagement pictures captured. The day before Alex and Jenna’s wedding it rained. However, their wedding day in late May was filled with blue skies and sunshine. Jenna planned her wedding with a Maryland theme and colors. Their wedding was at perfect Maryland location held at Conrad’s Ruth Villa by the Chesapeake Bay.

Being Alex and Jenna’s wedding photographer I worked along aside of them and listen to their desires of how they want their wedding day to look like, and what is important to them as a couple. It is my job to hear all the details and then put it into a timeline.  Alex and Jenna decided to wait to see each other until Jenna walked down the aisle. After the timeline was created I keep hearing from Jenna the most important part for them was to be together and have time to be with family and friends. I suggested considering doing a First Look.

As a bride myself, I did not understand all the benefits of a First Look and no one really took the time to explained it to me. Looking back, we did not have quiet moment to ourselves to express our emotions and share our thoughts about our wedding day. The Wedding Day is filled and this would have been a great pocket of time to have to ourselves. I wished that someone would have explained how special a First Look is and how special it would be too when I walked down the aisle for the first time.  Having the First Look also permits your families, the wedding party and the bride and groom to enjoy the cocktail hour with their guest.

Just weeks prior to her wedding, Alex and Jenna changed their plans and decided to do a First Look.  And do you know the best part of a First Look is? It is that you get to spend the rest of the your wedding day with your best friend by your side!  Surrounded by family and friends for this celebration Alex and Jenna confessed their love for one another down by the bay. Sealed with a kiss they became husband and wife! Jenna you are stunning and Alex could not keep his eyes off of you!!! Alex and Jenna, I am so thankful for your trust and to have been there to capture your wedding day! Thank you! And I need to add a thank you to Lyndon for second shooting with me!

Conrad’s Ruth Villa. . .the ceremony and reception were both held here.

Maryland colors. . .red, gold, white and black.

I LOVE when a couple decides to do the First Look. . .

Above is a favorite! Jenna you are beautiful!!

The ceremony site was steps from the bay. . .

I love how Jenna included both of her dads.

I think this is my favorite picture of a groom looking at his bride!!

Married!! Officially husband and wife!!!

The evening was a warm night and guest were able to enjoy being outside.

Inside the tables were decorate with Maryland colors.

You should have heard the toast. . .everyone was laughing!Their first dance as husband and wife. . .

At sunset we took about ten minutes to capture a few more portraits. . .this is my favorite time to shoot.Alex and Jenna needed little coaching in front of the camera. Their smiles were amazing, genuine, and full of confidence!This capture Alex and Jenna’s love for one another. . .it’s a favorite for sure!!

The night was filled with dancing and ended with a sparkler exit!

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Jamie Bernier

Love these pictures Jamie! Beautiful wedding and you captured it very well.

Tyler and Allan married

December 16, 2011

My desire last January was to complete my new branding and create a space where I could showcase my amazing couples and their weddings for this year. Both of these took more time then expected. By the time I created this blog their spring and summer weddings had already passed. I decided that I wanted to come back to each of these weddings and highlight these amazing couples . I know that even years later I love looking at my wedding pictures and reliving our wedding day. So I thought my brides would not mind seeing their images one more time! I am so thankful for the trust that each couple gave me as they asked me to photograph their wedding.

My first wedding of the year was held under the sycamore tree on a bright sunny day in early May.  Allan and Tyler confessed that they have found the one their hearts love in one another in front of family and friends. They promised to keep God first in their marriage and to walk through life together as best friends. Allan’s and Tyler’s love for one another was evident by their sweet affections, kisses and smiles throughout the day.

Tyler had a vision for her wedding day and it was displayed in all the details, which were beautiful and captured who they are as a couple. Friends and family help set up and placed each detail in its spot. Their creative guest book was drawn by Tyler’s mother. It was a perfect way to remember their guests,  because it was under a similar tree that they became husband and wife. Their wedding cake was bake by Allan’s sister Sarah Connell. The center pieces with parts of their vows, verses, and phrases engraved into wood was so fitting as Allan works for his father’s tree trimming business. One last detail was the beautiful black bow on Tyler’s wedding dress that she created herself.

Allan was in love with his bride and Tyler was stunning!! I loved being able to capture their day for them. It brought back many memories as I got married under the same sycamore tree  7 years ago. I also want to thank my parents for opening up Misty Glenn Farms, their home, for Allan and Tyler’s wedding. Many thanks to Tina Lapp for second shooting with me. Thank you Allan and Tyler for allowing me to capture your wedding day!

I love all the details and this is just the beginning.

the gated entrance leads down to the ceremony site. . .Love the burlap and hand made seat placements!One of the best parts of the day is stepping into your wedding dress and looking down knowing your day is finally here. . .

Love the groomsmen grey suits. . .

the gorgeous black bow that Tyler added herself. . .

I was so thankful that Tyler was willing to sit in the field in her wedding dress. . .these are some of my favorites of them!

 

 another favorite above. . .Tyler loved that her dress had pockets.

 

the reception was held under a beautiful white tent and each table was filled with details. . .

 

their first dance. . .

Strawberry cheesecake was their wedding cake. . .all of them made by Sarah Connell. check out her website here .

As the sun was setting we took about fifteen minutes to shoot more portraits of the two of them!

Love, love, love your smile Tyler!!!

 

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Shelly Somers

Most amazing wedding photos! The photography was so natural and beautiful and the Tyler and Allan look so happy. I have to say that I loved the whole theme and I thoroughly enjoyed looking at the photos and comments from Jamie D Photography. Beautiful Memories, Beautiful couple, Beautiful photography. Very nice Rene, tastefully done and very classy.

Penny Benjamin

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more beautiful wedding! Thanks for posting the link, Renee.

Bonnie Guanti

Oh this is my beautiful Niece Tyler and her and Allan’s Wedding is just simply put “Beautiful” oh and so romantic. I felt very moved looking at these beautiful pictures and such a calming atmosphere that sort of just swept you into the moment.
Best wishes to the both of you Tyler and Allan.
Love you,
Aunt Bonnie

Morgan

Such beautiful pictures of such beautiful friends. I have known the Connell family for years and Tyler was such a wonderful addition to it. She is so beautiful inside and out and a wonderful friend now as well.
My boyfriend Tommy was one of the groomsmen, I hope he didn’t give you as much trouble as he gives me when I try to take his picture haha.