november, my last month of the year for weddings, started out with a bang. gorgeous weather. intimate outdoor ceremony. super cool folks. dance party usa on the dance floor. and a really awesome young couple. perfect for the first of the last.

i had never met katie or jim before their wedding day, but as par for the course, i was made to feel right at home. katie’s mom, sandra, was incredible in making sure i had everything i needed the whole day. thanks, sandy!

the day started with an exploration of the grounds of antrim 1844 in taneytown, maryland. what a place! i had done a food shoot at the inn a few years ago, while i was still working for the paper, and knew the place was cool, but i really had no idea! this place is awesome! lots and lots of gardens, a huge main house with loads of charm in every room, scenery out the wazoo and a killer reception hall!

the mansion at antrim 1844

a little light ironing of katie’s dress. why do bridal shops stuff dresses into those tiny bags? 9 times out of 10, the dress comes out wrinkled!

flowers by jim did an awesome job on the bouquets!

the dapper jim.

nice kicks, jim!

jim and his crew. digging the looks!

it was a team effort for the garter!

the girls made the long trek back to the mansion, good thing all the guests had already arrived!

the heart-shaped vase ended overflowing with sand! i guess that means their love is overflowing!

katie and jim were showered with rose petals as they exited. i love this shot! it totally captures the day! they were smiling like this all day long! no wonder!

the light for the family pics was outrageous! just absolutely lovely!

cake by charm city cakes. awesome! they got engaged at the hollywood bowl, so this was very appropriate, even showcasing their favorite movies!

jim and his best men having a good time on the dance floor.

eddie from davis deejays did an incredible job of keeping folks dancing. everybody seemed to love it!

these two provided some good laughs during the garter belt portion of the evening. love the looks on their faces!

thank you for an incredible day and evening, katie and jim! you guys are awesome!