Mike and Keira’s wedding was a unique fusion of military and Jewish traditions and was simply an elegant wedding.  These photos are my favorites that tell their story.  Watch for the slideshow which I’ll be posting soon for more.

The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station was a gorgeous location.  The bridal suite was elegantly decorated and made for a lovely background while Keira prepared for her wedding.

Keira’s maid of honor and sister helping hold the veil as Keira dresses.

Meanwhile in the boys’ dressing room…

Mike and Keira choose to do a first look before the ceremony so we could get the family portraits done and they could join the cocktail hour.  The stairs at The Riverhouse made a wonderful location.

A stunning ketubah.

And I especially loved that the ketubah and chupah matched.  The outdoor ceremony patio at The Riverhouse was beautiful and the rain stayed away.

Signing the ketubah.  Most of my photos are photojournalist meaning I don’t influence the image I simply photograph what I see as it happens – I like being a fly on the wall.  As I was photographing the signing Mike and Keira were being so cute and in love then I noticed the mirror and got a little artsy with the image.  One of those unique moments I am always looking for at your wedding.

Keira and her sister peaking out the window as the guests begin to arrive.

A couple candid guest photos before the ceremony.  I loved the light on grandma and this adorable little girl.

Just something different…

Recreating the welcome home sailor photo.

Another one of those moments I love between the flower girl and bride.  I wonder what she was whispering?

The ballroom inside The Riverhouse.

If you want a classy getaway reserve a classic car.

Congratulations Mike and Keira and thank you for having Steve and I at your elegant Connecticut wedding.

The fires were on the other side of the ridge – you can see the smoke on the right side of this photo.

Suzanne was so beautiful but I also loved this photo of Dave as he was watching her work the camera.

Dave and Suzanne met over a Monopoly game hence the Monopoly themed tables.

The photo guest book we designed from their engagement session.

I loved this first dance photo Steve took.

Isn’t Fess Parker an elegant spot for a wedding?

Watch the blog for a slideshow with more of their story.

Thank you Suzanne and Dave for inviting us to your wedding.  We enjoyed getting to know you and are looking forward to seeing you again.

Event Coordinator: Rani Hoover

Watch for more photos soon.

I told Mike and Keira I wanted the welcome home sailor kissing in New York photo and they knew just what to do.

Steve got this photo of their ceremony exit.

Watch the blog for more wedding photos soon.

These photos are just the highlights of the day.  The wedding was full of beauty, elegance and loving warmth.   Steve is still raving about the Texas BBQ Josh’s mom flew in from Austin.  Stay tuned for the wedding slideshow for the complete story.

I love the moment mom realizes her baby is a bride.

Gorgeous calla lilies.

Steve took this adorable photo of the grandparents.

Brittany decorated the ceremony with candlelight which made such an impact in this little church.

I was being all stealthy and ninja like taking photos from the back of the church and in the hallway when this little future photographer walked right in front of me and got this fantastic angle.  He sat down in the same spot I was sitting moments before.

I think this one is my favorite photo  from the wedding day.

I liked this one too.

A few portraits of the couple.  They were so happy together and Brittany’s smile was dazzling.

We snuck Brittany and Josh out of the reception and to the railroad tracks for some creative photos before sunset.  Their reception was held in an old train station.

I have never seen candles on the wedding cake before but I thought it was beautiful.

Brittany changed into her party dress for the reception.

Brittany and Josh left the reception through a cloud of bubbles. (I loved that Brittany was barefoot – who needs uncomfortable shoes)

Congratulations Josh and Brittany!  It was a pleasure working with you.  We wish you much happiness.  The slideshow and online gallery will be ready soon.