Author: Meghan

I applaud Kevin Weinstein for sharing his words and thoughts from a photographer’s perspective that encourage all of us in the wedding industry to remain “inspired”… and at the same time gently reminds us to honestly represent our work.

From Kevin’s point of view:

“Over the past 7 years, workshops have exploded among the “names” in the industry holding 1, 2, 3-day and even week-long retreats offering newbies a chance to define their craft while shooting fake weddings with Ford models at workshops around the globe.  I have watched many photographers put these images on their blogs and personal web pages as if they shot these images at a wedding event on a Saturday.  Why is this problematic?  First off , it is lying and misleading your potential client.  False advertising.  And it is misrepresenting your ability to make pictures under deadlines and real time.  A bride is going to expect this level of imagery from her wedding.”

Read Kevin’s full post here.

Photo by Kevin Weinstein

Be festive and creative for the Fall.

All it takes is a tad of time and some twinkle thinking.

Bats, Ghosts & Pumpkins.

A touch of the Irish, a dash of New Orleans, sprinkle in a little New England fall, mix it all together in Portland, Maine and you’ve got yourself the makings of an incredible – and incredibly fun – wedding.

Could there be a more interesting combination?!

Four years ago, Lynn and Bob headed Portland to celebrate their marriage with southern friends and northern family … and oh what an occasion it was.  The Old Port was a whirlwind of first-time visitors who made themselves right at home as they mingled with the locals, took in the neighborhood flavor and were welcomed with typical New England hospitality.

Ri Ra Irish Pub was peppered with pine cones and glowed in the warmth of candlelight as guests tapped their feet to the traditional tunes of Bailey’s Mistake.  Fine dining was followed by joyfully raucous romping as guests stomped and danced to the beat of New Orleans musician Eric Lindell – what a thrill to have him here in our great state for such a special night.

Lynn and Bob enjoyed every moment. There is an instant in time that defines the evening for me. I see them. I see them sitting at the bar at the end of the evening and it is as if there truly is a light that shines only on them.  What a moment.  It will always be their moment.  And I will always toast them there.

Cheers Lynn and Bob on your fourth anniversary!  May you always drink to the kind company you keep, dance to the beat that fuels your soul and shine at great moments in time.  North or South, your hearts are full.

Ceremony Location:  Williston-West Church, Portland, ME

Ceremony Music: Daniel Lee

Officiant: Jill Allen

Reception Location:  Ri Ra Irish Pub, Portland, ME

Stationary:  Hullabaoo Studios

Florist:  Katherine’s Garden

Rentals:  One Stop Party Shoppe

Transportation:  Atlantic Limousine / Custom Coach and Limousine

Photographer:  Bryce Vickmark, Bryce Vickmark Photography

Reception Music: Bailey’s Mistake / Eric Lindell and Company

Hair/Make-Up:  Bei Capelli Salon

Tailor:  David Wood Clothiers

(Photos: Bryce Vickmark Photography)

October 5th is reported to be the most common birthday in the United States. (Any coincidence it is about 9 months after New Year’s Eve?!)
And this year it is a double-whammy, since Wednesday is the prevalent birth day of the week.

Cheers to all who are celebrating!
Be merry!

In doing what we ought, we deserve no praise.

Latin Proverb





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