Mattapoinsett, MA Wedding of Tim & Annie at Shining Tides

{Back Blog} - Wedding Date: May 17, 2014

Location: Shining Tides, Mattapoinsett, MA

Tim & Annie are beautiful inside and out and once you meet their families, you know where it all comes from. This wedding defined JCrew prep and elegance. Better still, the love and support of their family and friends was palpable.

I felt so honored to be a part of their big day.

Always remember that when the weather forecast predicts an 80% chance of rain, there is still a 20% chance of this...

Huge shout out to all of the vendors that made this day possible!
Bride's Dress & Jewelry: J.Crew
Bridesmaid's Dresses & Jewelry: J.Crew
Hair & Makeup: Serai Beauty
Groom's Suit: Banana Republic
Groomsmen's Suits: Lauren by Ralph Lauren
Venue: Shining Tides Preschool at Mattapoisett YMCA
Music: The WonderMics
Catering: Russell Morin Fine Catering
Bouquets & Centerpieces: Bloomers
Guest Gifts: Handmade by the Bride, Groom & Family
Photography: Tracy Rodriguez Photography with Michael Carmen Photography

Lynn, MA & Salem, MA Wedding of Melissa & Forrest

{Back Blog} - Wedding Date: May 3, 2014

Location: The Rose Garden at Lynn Woods and Finz Restaurant in Salem, MA

It truly is such a small, lovely world. When Melissa reached out to me she said, "You took a photograph of my mother and I holding hands at Yogathon." With over 1,000 yogis participating in this annual charity event, you'd think I wouldn't remember but of course it was such a beautiful moment, I knew just what she was referring to.

When you meet with Melissa and Forrest, you see pure joy. They are the definition of always happy, always smiling. And even more than a wedding, they were planning for the birth of their baby this August. The ceremony was particularly exciting as they planned their gender reveal. When they cut their first piece of wedding cake to find pink frosting, they learned they were having a baby girl!

And, I can't help but mention that this wedding was completely vegetarian (just like me! ;)). Melissa has been vegan for many years and Forrest joined her by becoming a vegetarian soon after they began dating. Melissa's brother's toast joked that of course Melissa would bring home a man over 6' tall named Forrest!! :)

Many congratulations to Melissa, Forrest, and their families!

Huge shout out to all of the vendors that made this day possible!
Bride's Dress: David's Bridal
Bride's Jewelry: Lander's Jewelers
Bridesmaid's Dresses: David's Bridal 
Groom's Suit: Frank's Custom Tailoring
Groomsmen's Suits: Milton's
Ceremony Venue: Lynn Woods Reservation
Ceremony Music: Intermezzo Chamber Players
Reception Venue: Finz Seafood and Grill
Reception DJ: HGT Entertainment
Cake: Blue Ribbon Cake
Bouquets: Flowers by Darlene/ North Shore Fruit Basket
Photography: Tracy Rodriguez Photography with Michael Carmen Photography

Oneonta, NY Wedding of Simone & Cliff at The Carriage House

{Back Blog} - Wedding Date: April 12, 2014

Simone & Cliff are absolutely adorable, loving people. And their snowy winter engagement shoot brought out their carefree, down to earth attitudes that were such a joy to be around. I knew from that day that their wedding day would be just lovely and stress-free (as far as weddings go, at least!).

Simone planned every detail with perfection. When you see the photos of the vintage DIY coffee jar centerpieces atop old books, with fresh baby's breath and carnations, you will see what I mean. Her Dad built a macro chalkboard and her sister hand wrote the guest names with perfection. Simone even hand painted a tree where their guests could sign and write well wishes on the leafs! Gorgeous. This should qualify as professional DIY!

One of the most lovely parts was watching Cliff's dad, Pastor Cliff, perform their ceremony under a hand build wedding arch that he had renewed his own vows under with his wife just a few years prior.

Congratulations to Simone & Cliff! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!

 

Huge shout out to all of the vendors that made this day possible!
Bride's Dress: David's Bridal
Bridesmaid's Dresses: Target
Makeup: Rose MamaMosh Bell
Groom's Suit: Target
Groomsmen's Suits: Target
Venue: The Carriage House Event Center Inc.
Catering: Dinosaur BBQ
Centerpieces: Designed by the Bride
Cake: Dawn Savasta
Photography: Tracy Rodriguez Photography with Michael Carmen Photography

Westport, CT Ring Shots for Peridot Fine Jewelry

{Back Blog} - Shoot Date: February 23, 2014

Location: Westport, CT

For fun, I photographed my, my sister Lexi's and my Aunt's engagement rings and wedding bands while at my Nana's house in Westport, CT. All of our fabulous jewelry is from my Aunt Dawn's store, Peridot Fine Jewelry of Larchmont, NY.