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June 14, 2019

Emily Callahan + Luke Hazelwood

Tomhegan Wilderness cabins maine — Tomhegan, on the shores of Moosehead Lake, includes a wildlife sanctuary and is surrounded by woods.

Little Ivy Paper goods wedding invitation — Invitation suite by Little Ivy Paper Goods; rings from Bella Jolla Jewelry, La Jolla, CA.

evan emmott fly fishing boutonniere and cuff links for groom — Luke’s fly-fishing boutonniere and cuff links.

Badgley Mischka Wedding shoes — Emily’s wedding shoes were from Badgley Mischka.

Tomhegan Wilderness Cabin Wedding — The wedding party enjoys a moment by the lake. The groomsmen wore boutonnieres crafted out of fly-fishing lures by Evan Emmott of Maine-Made Best, Waldoboro, ME.

Wedding at Moosehead Lake Maine under birch arbor — The couple got married by the lake, under an arbor created by family.

one stop event rentals place setting — Table settings tie in with the wedding’s natural elements.

wedding teepee — A comfy lounge area by the lake. Specialty rentals by Heartwood Essentials, Portland, ME.

Deer fawn at maine wedding — A fawn approaches the camera on the ground of Tomhegan Wilderness Camps.

Wildflower bouquet with feathers for wedding — Emily’s dramatic bouquet included peonies, roses, ranunculus, foxgloves, thistle, and ptarmigan feathers.

first wedding dance under rustic chandelier — Dancing under the rustic antler chandelier from Griffin & Griffin event lighting, Scarborough, ME.

semi naked wedding cake layered with caramel drizzle — The luscious caramel-topped wedding cake by 111 Maine.

Wedding with deer in the woods of maine — Emily and Luke enjoy a private moment, surrounded by grazing deer. Luke’s tux by Calvin Klein.

June 23rd, 2018 Moosehead Lake, Maine When your wedding guests include wild deer from a protected herd, you know the day is going to be magical! That was the case with Emily and Luke, who chose a rustic woodland setting for their nature-made wedding. The site was her family’s long-time vacation home at Tomhegan Wilderness Cabins, perched on the shores of Moosehead Lake in northern Maine. Although Emily and Luke met in California, her roots remain in New Hampshire; she…

March 15, 2019

Ashleigh Hamilton + Trevor Capon

buttoning wedding dress — Clementine helps her mom with her dress; Ashleigh’s gown is from lulus.com.

kids at wedding — L to R, Maren, Ali and Clementine.

groom wearing white boutonniere — Trevor’s boutonniere contains yellow billy balls and ranunculus. Vest from Banana Republic.

clear umbrella at rainy wedding — Ashleigh stays dry under an umbrella.

wedding day bouquet — Ashleigh’s bouquet and headdress included eucalyptus and ranunculus.

wood island maine wedding ceremony — Ashleigh and Trevor, accompanied by their daughters Ali, Maren and Clementine, got married outside the historic life saving station. Their friend Amanda Nando officiated.

maine wedding kiss — The couple and their families traveled to Wood Island by boat.

old sea glass — Old bottles lining a window.

first dance in barn — Ashleigh and Trevor were the first couple to ever marry at Wood Island Life Saving Station.

wedding day ice cream — t Wiggly Bridge Distillery, Ashleigh scoops ice cream for a chocolate vodka milkshake.

Ashleigh and Trevor were the first couple to ever marry at Wood Island Life Saving Station.

May 12th, 2018 Wood Island, Maine A mutual love of family and the ocean inspired Ashleigh and Trevor’s romantic elopement at Wood Island Life Saving Station off the coast of Maine. Friends at a surf shop suggested Ashleigh and Trevor get their daughters together for a playdate. Although Ashleigh initially ignored Trevor’s advances, they eventually went out (without the kids). After dating for almost two years, Trevor popped the question. Fascinated with the 100-year-old Wood Island Life Saving Station off…

February 15, 2019

Norissa Morse + Matt Lauzon

The bride and her bridesmaids pose for a candid portrait in the sun.

wedding day watch for grooms and groomsmen — The groom adjusts his watch after suiting up.

Basilica of Saint Peter & Paul in augusta maine — The beautiful Basilica of Saint Peter & Paul.

This ring bearer has things under control!

church with high arches for wedding — catholic wedding in cathedral

wildflower wedding bouquet with white roses — Norissa's bouquet had a classic wedding day look, with a touch of wildflowers.

wedding party in front of basilica of saints peter and paul augusta — The newlyweds post in front of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, along with their wedding parties.

marbled frosting on layered wedding cake — Incredible marble swirl on the bottom of their layered wedding cake.

Bridal portrait — Norissa expression says it all in this portrait!

Norissa and her bridesmaids take a group photo along the rocks of Cliff House

long bridal veil — Norissa's veil sweeps towards the camera in this beautiful portrait.

long wedding veil blowing in the wind — A beautiful moment shared on the seacoast rocks.

September 22nd, 2018 Cape Neddick, Maine “Matt and I met through mutual best friends while spring breaking in South Florida in 2012. We soon learned that we grew up exactly three miles apart in neighboring towns in Southern Maine,” Norissa recalls. “Our families actually knew each other, and my grandparents attended his parents’ wedding.” Guests arrived at the magnificent Basilica of Saint Peter & Paul located in Lewiston, Maine. The basilica’s gothic architecture and exquisite exterior detail made for incredible…

January 19, 2019

Kara Marshall + Nolan Patten

Christmas-themed stationery is a great touch to a winter wedding.

The bride descends a tight spiral staircase with bouquet in hand.

red and white wedding bouquet — The white and red bouquet reflects the festive theme.

Bride and her dog on wedding day — The bride and her furry friend share a cute moment!

fosters downeast clambake maine — If seacoast food is your thing, Foster's Downeast Clambake is a great catering choice.

kara surrounded by christmas ornaments on wedding day — Kara smiles as she's surrounded by friends, family, and Christmas ornaments.

bride and groom christmas wedding portrait — Nolan and Kara share a romantic moment while embracing the holiday spirit!

christmas themed wedding — Christmas lights illuminate this beautiful wedding portrait.

November 29th, 2017 York, Maine “Nolan and I met in high school back in 2001. We can only describe the next 15 years as an endless game of cat and mouse-each of us taking a turn at playing one or the other. Finally in 2014, I was home from California visiting family for Christmas and saw Nolan,” Kara recalls. “After that moment, we both realized we had never given up on each other… Not long after that, I moved back…

December 28, 2018

Liz Griffith + John Mulvey

invitations from madeleine's event central

wedding dress sparkle band around waist details

August 25th, 2017 Cape Neddick, Maine Liz met John in the high school lunch line. A new sophomore at a new high school, she was delighted when John introduced himself. “We became friends right away,” she says. They began dating soon after and, together, navigated growing up: finishing high school, transitioning to college, and entering adulthood. Through it all, their relationship endured. “It changed as we changed and grew,” Liz says. The couple discussed marriage many times but also wanted…

December 21, 2018

Cristi Pirro + Zak Schwartzman

groom getting ready with best man tying his bow tie

August 19, 2017 House Island, Portland, ME Special moments and surprises were hallmarks of Cristi and Zak’s picture-perfect wedding day on House Island, off the coast of Portland, ME. The first was the photo session before the ceremony that became one of the couple’s favorite memories. At one end of the island is an 1800-era fort, a dramatic setting for creating some captivating images. “The whole thing was very ‘Game of Thronesy,’” says Cristi. “The contrast between the fort and…

November 14, 2018

Maryam Nik Khahi + Nelson Lourenco

bride holding rose wedding bouquet — Maryam’s bouquet includes blush pink spray and white roses, peach stock, white lisianthus, and purple clematis.

personal wedding bouquet idea — Maryam attached photos of her sister and father to her bouquet.

groom and groomsmen with blue watches — Nelson’s blue watch complements his gray suit.

floral bouquet on top of wedding arch for decoration — A floral bouquet tops the birch wedding arch.

bride and groom wedding ring exchange in portsmouth nh — The couple exchanges rings at Corpus Christi Catholic Church.

portrait of nephew who is ring bearer — Nelson’s nephews, also the ring bearers.

red and white wedding sangria stainless steel straws — Glasses of sangria at the sangria station.

wedding table place setting — Each place setting includes a card with a poem by Forough Farrokhzad, reflecting Maryam’s heritage and love of poetry.

rustic wedding reception dessert tray — A dessert tray from the reception.

Bride and bridesmaid dresses — Maryam’s lace wedding dress hangs next to a dreamy blue bridesmaid’s dress from Flair Boston

Flag Hill winery wedding — Maryam and Nelson among the vines at Flag Hill Winery. Her dress is from Flair Boston.

September 4, 2017 Rye and Portsmouth, New Hampshire An international romance culminating in a stateside wedding can be challenging at best — even more so when one of the couple is Iranian, as bride Maryam Nik Khahi discovered while planning her wedding day with her groom, American citizen Nelson Lourenco. Some challenges were easily solved, others not so much, but in the end the two celebrated their love. The day started with two ceremonies. “I wanted a ceremony under the…

October 26, 2018

Katherine Cain + George Stevens

Wedding dress from Cristina's Bridal in Andover, MA — Katherine’s dress is from Cristina’s Bridal in Andover, MA.

Fun pineapple socks for groom and groomsmen — Socks printed with pineapples are the perfect wardrobe accent.

Zipping up wedding dress — Katherine gets help with her dress.

Wildflower wedding bouquet on Lake Winnipesaukee — Katherine’s bouquet includes white O’Hara roses, dahlias, clematis, ranunculus, eucalyptus, and fern.

Wedding boat cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee with dog — Katherine, George and their faithful companion, Shea, share a boat ride to their reception.

Simple wedding cake ideas with white rose flower accents — The white cake is accented by white roses.

Romantic Lake Winnipesaukee wedding portrait photograph — The couple pauses for photographs on the beach.

Wedding reception tent at Lake Winnipesaukee — On the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee.

decorative wedding lanterns at reception

Wedding reception beach bonfire on lake Winnipesaukee — Guests enjoy a beachfront bonfire after the reception.

September 23, 2017 Wolfeboro, New Hampshire Katherine and George took a weekend trip to Burlington, VT, accompanied by Shea, Katherine’s English springer spaniel. After exploring the town, they took a walk along the shore of Lake Champlain, where George proposed. The first thing I did was ask Shea what he thought!” Katherine exclaims (fortunately, he didn’t have any objections). George grew up on Lake Winnipesaukee, and he and Katherine were eager to introduce the lake to family and friends. “It’s…

August 9, 2018

Betsy Gardella + Jim Smith

walking down the aisle with wedding streamers flying — Betsy and Jim walk down the aisle amid a shower of paper streamers.

Moody Mountain Farm’s historic barn wedding ceremony with a beautiful view of New Hampshire — Moody Mountain Farm’s historic barn provides the perfect backdrop for the daytime ceremony.

Moody Mountain Farm barn with beautiful nighttime lighting — Moody Mountain Farm’s historic barn is later transformed for after-dinner dancing and celebrating.

purple themed wedding glasses — Details from the festive family-style dinner.

beautiful outdoor lighting at wedding dinner — Held under lights in the farm’s meadow.

mother and daughter portrait photo — Betsy shares a moment with her daughter Catherine.

Betsy and Jim with their ceremony officiants, Rev. Gordon Crouch and Rev. John Gibbons.

family wedding moment with daughter — Laurel and David Stitzhal share a cute moment with daughter Kaya.

floral wedding arrangement with roses and peonies next to a framed romantic poem — Floral arrangements feature lush bouquets of roses and peonies.

gold David Yurman wedding bands with spiral engraving — The couple’s wedding bands are from David Yurman.

view of the barn at moody mountain with flowers in the foreground — A pastoral view of Moody Mountain Farm.

Wedding reception dancing in the barn at Moody Mountain — Betsy and Jim lead their guests in contra dancing after dinner.

August 19, 2017 Wolfeboro, NH Betsy Gardella and Jim Smith’s summer wedding, in a meadow overlooking the Ossipee Mountains, was uniquely New Hampshire. “I wanted to give our guests, many of whom were coming from out of state, a New Hampshire experience,” says Betsy. “We thought it would be lovely to be married on a farm.” The couple, who met through a friend and business associate of Betsy’s, hoped for a September wedding, but the venues they wanted were booked.…

June 19, 2018

Jillian + William

white ranunculus boutonniere for the groom on his blue suit — Bill’s blue suit sets off his white ranunculus boutonniere.

simple wedding hairstyles by new leaf salon and spa MA — Jillian’s sleek hairstyle is by New Leaf Salon and Spa.

engagement and wedding ring close up photography — The couple’s beautiful wedding and engagement band set.

Bride and groom pose in front of an airstream travel trailer on the farm — The couple poses in front of a funky Airstream on the farm.

wedding dress embroidered in boston in time for a fall Maine wedding — Jillian’s pretty embroidered gown is from Ceremony Bridal Shop, Boston, MA. Her bouquet includes hydrangeas, ranunculus, anemones, phlox, dahlias, and veronica flowers

The happy couple shares a kiss at their wedding venue of marianmade farm in Maine — Marianmade Farm, a working flower and lavender farm, proves to be the perfect venue for Bill and Jillian’s outdoor wedding.

lavender accent with individualized signage to organize seating arrangments at dinner — A piece of lavender tied to a napkin makes a pretty statement.

September 30, 2017 Wiscasset, ME On a crisp October day, off the coast of Boothbay Harbor, ME, Jillian and Bill hopped on a friend’s boat, headed for Squirrel Island, where Jillian’s family owns a home. That’s where Bill proposed, adding another reason for Jill to think of it as her “happy place.” Jillian envisioned an outdoor September wedding. The first venue Bill and his father visited, Marianmade Farm in Wiscasset, ME, proved to be the only venue the couple considered.…