Ashley & Pat's Wedding, 4th of July-Providence Biltmore-Preview

Ashley and Pat had a fun 4th of July themed wedding at the Providence Biltmore. They had a gorgeous, moving ceremony at St. Peter and Paul's Cathedral. I wish I had audio of the ceremony; it was just so grand and amazing. There's was a live trumpet player in the front of the cathedral, and it just so moving. Everyone was in tears, it was so gorgeous.

I had so much fun with Ashley; she's so outgoing and hysterical. She had me laughing the whole day. I know it's supposed to be the other way around--I'm supposed to be making people laugh, but Ashley just has such a big personality, I couldn't help it.

There were actors at the cocktail hour playing Paul Revere and other revolutionary war figures. Such a cute touch! There's a photo below of them with Ashley's mom, Lisa. Check that out for sure!

Ashley and Pat--THANK YOU so much for having me!! I loved being a part of your day!

Florals: Golden Gate Studios, 401.421.0099
Videography: Bellevue Productions














I shot this through the window in the room where cocktail hour was overlooking the ballroom. The Biltmore is interesting the way it's laid out.

Briana + James's Wedding- Channing Memorial Church & The Eisenhower House, Newport

Briana and James were married last Saturday at Channing Memorial Church and had their reception at the Eisenhower House in Newport. If you scroll down to the my previous entry, you can get all the vendor details. Briana had beautiful tables with tall, skinny vases with daises in the water and arrangements on top. The tables also had these beautiful wooden fans leaning against the base. I loved Briana's colors: lime green and a touch of navy. When I get a chance, I will have to post Briana & James invitations. They were amazing!! I'll dedicated a whole blog entry to these gorgeous invites. You can see them in the slideshow below as well.

Briana & James, thank you so much for having me! I loved photographing your day and meeting your family! Here is your show:

Briana + James are married! (Night of Wedding Preview)

I just returned from Briana & James' wedding at Channing Memorial Church and the Eisenhower House! Briana took all my recommendations for hair and makeup. Planning a wedding from California is quite the project! True New England weather today...we went from 85 with not a cloud in the sky all day, and then around 5PM, this crazy thick fog rolled in! It's ok though because Briana loves stormy weather, soft light and moody black and white pictures!!


Hotel: Pearls Boutique Hotel
-Pearls specializes in suites for brides. The rooms are amazing with a real historic Newport feel, great wallpaper everywhere, cute gardens, gorgeous furniture. It's really the perfect setting for bridal prep photos!! So ladies, if you are still searching for a hotel, this is your spot!)

Hair: Fine Line Salon. 557 Thames Street, 401.848.0033
-Emily at Fine Line did Briana's hair. I love Emily, because when I go to her for cut, she gets me in and out in like 25 minutes.

Makeup: Cosmetic Cosmos
-Best. Makeup. Ever! They do such an awesome job! They have their own parking lot behind the store, too, so you don't have to worry about parking on Thames Street.

Florals: Broadway Florist
-Briana and her girls had these great roses, orchids and irises. Gorgeous.

Church: Channing Memorial Unitarian Church
-Channing is right off Bellevue Avenue and is a beautiful, historic church.

Disc Jockey: Atlantic DJ
-DJ Murph and his guys are awesome. Classy DJ service and they keep your guests dancing, but in a laid back way.

Caterer: Fine Catering By Russell Morin
-What can I say about Morins? Ashley is awesome! She is on top of everything and is so sweet! I always look forward to dinner when I know it's Morins.

Reception: The Eisenhower House
-The perfect setting for an outdoor Newport wedding.

(I don't know how I remember all the vendor info! It must have been all those games of Memory as a kid)


















THANK YOU for having me!!!!!

Kate + Ray's Wedding at The University Club, Providence.

Kate + Ray had a beautiful, intimate wedding on June 14th. They were married at St. Mary's Church in Pawtucket (GORGEOUS!) and had a lovely reception at the University Club in Providence. I posted their story in their preview blog right below this one. You should scroll down and read it if you haven't already! It's super cute!


Here is your slideshow:

Kate + Ray are married! (Day After Wedding Preview)

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of photographing Kate + Ray's wedding at St. Mary's Church in Pawtucket, and their reception at the University Club in Providence. They had an intimate affair in a very artsy part of Providence. Kate and Ray actually met at their friend's wedding last year...Beth + David who I photographed on August 4th! Such a cute story...I love couples with cute stories! Their slideshow will be up shortly!

Look at these cool blue tiles I found. I thought they really complimented Ray's tie.

Kate's dad before the ceremony.

Kate had just arrived to St. Mary's Church

What a gorgeous church, huh? I love churches like this!

Right after the kiss, Ray gave a wave out to the guests. He said later he just felt like they had their backs to everyone the whole time and he wanted to say "hi"

Recessional photos up the aisle are one of my favorite parts of the day.

How could I resist putting a beautiful bride in a beautiful doorway?


Pretty portrait...

I love Ray's khaki suit.

Relaxing in Prospect Park.

At the University Club.

Here's Kate and Ray with Beth and David. Remember how I mentioned at the beginning of the entry how they met at a wedding? It was their wedding Kate + Ray met.

And while everyone was eating dinner, I had some fun with their rings. I just happened to find a newspaper laying around the university club.



Kate and Ray--THANK YOU so much for having me! It was a pleasure to photograph your wedding day. I wish you all the best in your life together.

Family Portraits

It's June and that means the "Family Portrait Season" will be going on now until November! Here's a slideshow of a really fun family who was here with us briefly as they are in the military. You'll notice that we had that great golden light. Lots of you are starting to call in, and wonder why I want to start shooting at 7:15PM. I know it sounds really late, but trust me! It's for the best if you want beach portraits! The girls here are ages 9 and 3 and they did great for 1 whole hour between 7-8PM.

Lauren + Matt's Wedding at the Hotel Viking, Newport

I had the pleasure of photographing Lauren and Matt's wedding about a week ago at the Hotel Viking. Lauren was a stunning bride and you can just see the love in their eyes. Click the play button in the middle to start the slideshow.

Florals: Stoneblossom Floral Design
DJ: Rhythm Productions

Lauren + Matt are married! (Night of Wedding Preview)

I just got back from Lauren & Matt's wedding at Jesus Saviour and Hotel Viking. What a beautiful wedding and a great couple!!! Lauren and Matt meet each other when Matt's family moved into the house next door. Isn't that a cute story?

Florals: Stoneblossom Floral Design
DJ: Rhythm Productions

Gorgeous couple:

Lauren's family told me we had to do a photo of the guys under this tree in front of their house, because growing up, they have all the pictures of the boys in the same spot.


I love shooting at Jesus Saviour Church because it's so pretty and bright!

Stoneblossom always does amazing florals:

Stunning bouquet

Stunning bride

And Matt humors me with all my "squatting poses"





Thanks for having me, Lauren & Matt! The slideshow will be up within a week or two. Have fun on your honeymoon!

Oana + Michael are engaged!

Oana and Mike are getting married in August, so you'll get to see pictures of them again soon! We had a fun time shooting last weekend in and around Newport. Oana and Mike used to come down here a lot when they starting dating. After our photo shoot, we all went to a local clam shack for dinner and some drinks. Fun times!

Here's your slideshow! I can't wait to photograph your wedding in August!

Jen + Joe's Wedding at the Hotel Viking, Newport

This wedding was so much fun! As soon as Jen and Joe walked in my door last year, we were instantly bonded. I have been looking forward to their wedding all winter! All the florals came from the amazing and talented Stoneblossom Floral Design . I just adore their work.

Thanks for having me, Jen + Joe! I loved every second of it and I can't wait to work on your album. It's going to be beautiful!

(Press the play button to start the slideshow)

Sara + Gabe, Engagement Session

I met Sara and Gabe last week for their engagement photos. What a sweet, fun couple! I loved photographing them. They have a really cute story too: Sara is a flight attendant and they met on a plane. They are getting married in Tennessee this September.