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!
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flowers by jim did an awesome job on the bouquets!
the dapper jim.
nice kicks, jim!
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jim and his crew. digging the looks!
it was a team effort for the garter!
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the girls made the long trek back to the mansion, good thing all the guests had already arrived!
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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!
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the light for the family pics was outrageous! just absolutely lovely!
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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!
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these two provided some good laughs during the garter belt portion of the evening. love the looks on their faces!
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thank you for an incredible day and evening, katie and jim! you guys are awesome!
amazing photos!