The Playhouse Intimate Wedding Styled Shoot

In March, I was able to help collaborate on a LOFT and Tuesday's Together Creative Retreat with Hilary of Hilary Colleen Photography and Jenn of Jenn Bakos Photography.  Fourteen creatives spent three days at the stunning Playhouse in the Berkshires. It was a great way to meet other photographers, writers, and designers. We also had a lot of fun, laughs, and food--so much food.

I was able to lead a discussion on finding your ideal client and understanding your brand personality, Jenn taught a food photography workshop, and Hilary coordinated a beautiful styled wedding shoot! This was my first ever styled shoot and I loved it. It helped having amazing vendors and wonderful, genuine couples for our models. 

I can't wait for the next retreat!

Venue: The Playhouse
Floral Design: Ivy & Aster
Wedding Gown Designer: Edith Elan
Make-Up: Karrie Welch
Hair Stylist: Michelle Anne
Men's Suits: Zabians
Bridesmaid's dresses: Deidre's
Jewelry: Estylo
Stationary: Emma Bauso Design
Wine: Appolo Vineyard
Dessert: Chocolate Springs
 

Kitz Farm Wedding: Matt and Alyssa

Last September, I got to photograph one of the most generous and fun couples I have ever met. Every part of the day was magical. Matt and Alyssa were married in a field with the sun setting behind them and danced the night away in the gorgeously rustic red barn at Kitz Farm. 

Second Shooter: Chris San Antonio-Tunis
Venue: Kitz Farm
 

Willow Springs Vineyard Wedding: Nick and Erin

Nick and Erin's first date lasted 8 hours. They walked around in the pouring rain and talked. So from their first date, Nick and Erin's relationship was rooted in a deep friendship. They are a team. 

Nick and Erin love spending time outdoors, so an outdoor wedding at a rustic vineyard was the perfect fit. Willow Springs Vineyard is one of my favorites, a beautiful family owned and run vineyard with a restored red barn. 

The day was filled with details that spoke to both their relationship and personalities. From the locket to remember a loved one, to the Swiss watch Nick wore; from the chocolate "tasting" in the ceremony (because Nick LOVES chocolate), to the Jenga game "guest book." Every element showed a small piece of Nick and Erin.

Surrounded by close friends and family, this small, intimate wedding was perfect, from beginning to end. 

Venue: Willow Springs Vineyard
Catering: Two Chefs Are Better Than One Catering
Cake: Cakes4Occasions
DJ: A Good Time DJ
Second Shooter: Lisa Anderson