A gorgeous Friday evening set the stage for my good friends Laura and Ben’s wedding at the York Harbor Inn in York, Maine. The day was fitting for a really wonderful couple who love Maine and are proud to call it home!
I met Ben through a BNI, a business networking group, here in Portland. He has been my commercial banker at Key Bank and pal for over a year now. I actually used him as an example for a BNI speech I once gave as my “target audience” — a professional in their late 20′s, professional, engaged, male or female. Sounds a bit boring when put in flat marketing terms, huh? A year or so later… his fiance and him were indeed booking me for their wedding. Here’s the cool thing about Ben — he is my organized, an all-business banker by day — and a rocker by night. He plays guitar and his groomsmen were all members of his band. I admit, it was fun to see the other side of my business buddy at his wedding surrounded by the other side of his life.
The most inspiring part of my day was actually Laura though. Laura is a hairstylist at a local high-end Portland salon. Her hair and makeup for the day were amazing! So Vogue! Her dress was fabulous. Her sophiticated style really added to our images. (I wish I was good at my own hair, makeup, and girl-power as her fun-loving bridesmaids were… seriously, I make a better photographer than a chica. LOL.) These gals were awesome.
I had a nice Friday event with these two— I knew I would. Laura and Ben, congratulations on a lovely night! It was a treat to see you laugh together. Your connection is wonderful and I wish you all the best for the future. Enjoy it together.
There are so many good photos from this Maine wedding but here are a few of my favorite, art-tastic shots from the day. Also special thanks to Gail at Dodge the Florist for the unique orchids and flowers in these shots.
Here is the amazing Laura prepping for the day and later on the beach in York, ME.
Bridesmaid walk down the park adjacent to York Harbor Inn to start the service!
Laura walks in with her brother.
One of my favorite shots of this wedding. We had a ton of amazing shot from the service but I think this final blessing shot is kind of different.
Ben and Laura after their I do’s stop under a tree for a moment. Love this York park… great back lighting and moments from the beach too!
Laura gets a hug from her mom. This day meant so much to them both. Sadly, Laura’s father passed away just recently. He was honored at the service and I know his spirit was felt by the families.
Laura and Ben enter their party! Shout out!
I am a cheese-bucket, I know, but their first dance was really lovely. Ben and Laura are so warm together.
A few details from their event.
At the beach for some photos…
It was a really fun party and ended like all rocker parties should… with one of the band guys falling down!
by Beth
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