This was a biggie, we cannot even try to pretend that we were not looking forward to this wedding for months.

We immediately hit it off with Allyson & Bryan at our initial meeting, Allyson is a producer at MTV (where I was a production intern) and we happened to know some of the same people, it is such a small world! But, the real reason why we could not contain ourselves leading up to this wedding is because we were going to be photographing the first wedding at the newly renovated Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. After you absorb the stunning images below, hop back up here and click the link above to check this venue out. No shock, the Ocean House definitely exceeded our expectations, being there, you cannot help but feel like you are in another era, or one of Gatsby’s gala guests.

Despite shaky weather we were able to get some portrait time outside on the beach with the Ocean House’s great yellow umbrellas, the weather even held off so that Allyson & Bryan’s ceremony could be held outside as planned. The detailed restoration of this Victorian Era hotel is impeccable, and it was an absolute honor to photograph the first wedding there. Huge thanks to Nicole Taylor for being such a gem, traveling to Rhode Island, and 2nd shooting with us.

We were so lucky, even the vendors that we had the pleasure of working with on this wedding were some of our absolute CT favorites!
Wedding Venue: The Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island
Band: Cracked Ice. Fun fact: they have quite a track record, and even performed at Obama’s Inauguration!
Allyson’s Dress: Designed by Lea Ann Belter from The Plumed Serpent in Westport, CT
Allyson’s Shoes: Manolo Blahnik. Remember this style was made famous by Sex and the City when Carrie’s were stolen in “A Women’s Right to Shoes”? I digress.
Makeup: Stacey Palancia of Blush Couture
Floral Design: Dailey’s Flower Shop of Fairfield, CT

Getting ready.

Go get ‘em Nicole.

Paparazzi in full effect. Go girls!

The first look.

Bryan is a graphic designer, so he designed and printed the Ketubah, and all of the wedding stationary (programs, menus, place cards, etc.) with a seaside theme that was so stylish and very chic. It was perfect for the venue.

The ceremony. COME ON!!!

Could they be any cuter?

The reception.

Selfishly we wish that every wedding featured a Hora – it is just too fun…and of course Eric has to be right in on the action!

We wish you guys all of the best! We cannot thank you enough for allowing us to get to know your amazing families, and be a part of your very special day! xoxo

We thought we would kick off the 2010 wedding season with a bang (caribbean water & lots of sun doesn’t hurt either), so the opportunity to photograph a destination wedding in Turks & Caicos early in the season was a dream come true! What can I say…obviously, shooting Kimberley & Sebastian’s wedding in Providenciales in the Turks & Caicos Islands was absolutely incredible and we can’t thank them enough for inviting us. Eric and I had such an amazing time with these two, getting to know their family (who greeted us with open arms), and exploring Providenciales the day after the wedding to find hidden spots for a mind-blowing trash the dress session! A huge thanks to Kimberley, Sebastian, and their whole family for such an amazing experience.

Both Kimberley & Sebastian got ready at the Ocean Club Resort on the south side of Providenciales.

The ceremony was a romantic, intimate gathering on the breath-taking Grace Bay Beach. Love the look on Sebstian’s face after seeing Kimberley walking down the beach.

Eric said this is his most-favoritest-amazingest photo that I grabbed of Kimberley and her mother after the ceremony!

After Kimberley & Sebastian’s gorgeous ceremony on the beach, friends & family headed to Opus Wine Bar & Grill. Anthony and his staff at Opus prepared outstanding local seafood and hosted a really amazing reception!

As mentioned, the next day we got up early and conquered the island for Kimberley & Sebastian’s trash the dress shoot. I don’t know about you, but when I travel…I eat! One thing I could not get enough of in Turks & Caicos was the Conch! It is tender like calamari, and prepared in a ton of ways (my favorite was the Conch salad which is like ceviche, citrusy and fresh — but we also LOVED the Conch fritters…best prepared at the road-side stands with a cold Turks Head Lager). We could not resist grabbing some shots at ‘Da Conch Shack, the colors and textures were unbelievable and the conch guys were more than willing to be in a few shots while hard at work early in the morning.

We did not leave a rock unturned, or beach unexplored on this trip…that’s what you do when you are on a 38 square mile island for 8 days. Our favorite beach was Taylor Bay, so it seemed the ideal location to get Kimberly (and her dress) in the water. The sand was so soft and white, the water was knee deep for 50 feet, and the water was warm and crystal clear…oh yeah, and there was barely a soul in sight. If I close my eyes really tight I can still pretend I am there…sigh.

Super sneak-peek at what’s to come from Kim & Sebastian’s destination wedding in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. Can’t wait to share all the awesomeness!