I am David S. Spence, Chief Photographer and Founder of Spence Photographics, a Frederick, Maryland-based Wedding And Lifestyle Photojournalism studio. I use my many years of newspaper and magazine photojournalism experience to capture couples and subjects as they are, in their own environments. I strive to be "hands-off" in my approach to shooting. My direction to my subjects and couples is minimal so I can capture their true personalities in the images. I look to find natural, organic light to capture the moments as they are. With each wedding and lifestyle shoot comes new and exciting challenges, but also fun and unique personalities that drive my images. I love to see the interaction between two families coming together to form a new family and lasting friendships.
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David

Springfield Manor | Manors of Frederick | Thurmont, Maryland | Wedding | Samantha & Kyle

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Samantha and Kyle are both high school teachers and coaches in Montgomery County, Maryland. They first met in another type of classroom, while they were grad students working on a project at the University of Maryland. They each felt a spark, but were in relationships with other people at the time. Mutual friends and a beach trip to Ocean City finally brought them together, and they officially became a couple. They became engaged surrounded by their families on Sam’s birthday, and were married on a lovely Friday evening in July at Springfield Manor Winery and Distillery in Thurmont, Maryland.

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Sam chose her gorgeous gown at Couture by Posh Bridal in Gaithersburg.

Hair and makeup by Poetically Brushed Hair & Makeup.

Blossom and Basket Boutique brought these colorful blooms.

After Sam shared a special moment with her mom, it was time for Sam’s dad to get a first look at the bride.

Meanwhile, over on the guys’ side of things…

We love Kyle’s choice in footwear… the Maryland state flag is always in style.

Sam and Kyle exchanged surprise cards and gifts before the ceremony, and both just so happened to be custom-made photo books with special moments in their relationships!

Then, the bride and groom shared a no-look first look inside the manor.

Soon, buses full of guests began arriving.

Sam’s brothers prepared to serenade the bride as she walked down the aisle.

During the ceremony, three couples, each at a different stage in their marriage, shared letters of advice.

Post-ceremony selfie!

Sam and her brother share a common sentiment on their arms.

Soon, it was time for the reception, held in Springfield Manor’s beautifully rustic barn.

Self-proclaimed book nerds, Sam and Kyle created unique table numbers. Below a framed date sat a stack of books. Find the bookmark and you can read the story of why that date is important to the bride and groom!