Victoria and Mike : 7.12.2013, The Union Bluff Hotel

My friendship with Victoria began five years ago while i was planning Olivia’s birthday party at the Boston Sports Club in Medford….. Most 6 year old kids are really into baby animals so i threw the idea of possibly having a petting zoo come to Boston Sports Club… Victoria, who was the director of events at the club made sure that everything – mobile petting zoo included – went super smooth! I fell in love with her instantly! She told me that whenever she found Mr. Wonderful, that there was no question in her mind that I would be her photographer! So when i got the call that her Mr. Wonderful aka Mike Brady had popped the question, I was beyond thrilled!!!

Victoria is from Maine so it was without question that thats where they would tie the knot!  Here are the gorgeous shots from the most perfect wedding day for my friends Victoria and Mike!

 

 

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When Mike and Victoria were first dating, He gave her this ‘promise’ ring made out of a paper napkin… he promised that someday they would be married! Victoria kept is hidden and surprised him with it at the ceremony…Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0005

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The brilliant Darlene Yankura who coordinates events at The Union Bluff. She is AMAZING at what she does. We can’t say ENOUGH how much we loved working with her and everyone at The Union Bluff. She is showing Victoria photos of the ballroom being set up!

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The colors around York Beach are beachy soft but vibrant!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0010Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0011

The ever thoughtful Victoria made sure Mike’s dad’s wedding ring was woven in to his boutonniere so he could keep his dad close to his heart during the wedding.. and the note that was delivered to mike right before Victoria walked down the aisle with the promise ring attached!

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A quick moment with dad…Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0013

Hello gorgeous!

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Victoria… you are stunningly beautiful!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0015

Victorias bff and moh Rachel gave her a very special gift…Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0017

and the rest of the bridal party… all minis!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0018

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Ceremony time!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0020Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0021Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0022Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0023

 

40% chance of rain so up went the tent!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0025

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Some great solo stuff of Victoria and Mike with the beach in the background…

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Everyone loves Goldenrod Kisses!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0046Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0048

Off to the Reception! The Union Bluff Meeting House is beautiful and elegant!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0049Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0050

The food here is spectacular

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Oh hey look, a s’mores bar! Optional flavored marshmallows, and the chocolate of your choice!Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0057Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0058

This wedding was a blast! LOTS of crazy dancing… Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0055Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0056Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0059Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0060Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0061Union Bluff + York Beach Maine Wedding + JessFoto_0062

 

Victoria and Mike, your wedding was simply perfect. It was truly an honor to be your photographer! Glad we skipped on the petting zoo this time 🙂

 

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