Wedding Mass at Saint Anselm Abbey

I've photographed this annual Wedding Mass at Saint Anselm Abbey celebrating the anniversaries of married couples for a few years. This one saw nearly 400 New Hampshire couples, all of whom have been married for at least 25 years. Bishop Peter Libasci celebrated the Mass. The afternoon was certainly inspiring.

Erika + Jacob: part I

In May, I went to Houston, Texas to photograph a friend's wedding.  The entire wedding day was held at the University of Saint Thomas.  Now I lived for five years in Houston, and most of it was spent on this campus, but I hadn't photographed there professionally.  The campus was designed by famed architect Philip Johnson and is noted for its strong, simple lines and Chapel of St. Basil (more coming on that).

Here a few photographs made while Erika and Jacob were preparing for their wedding day.

wedding portfolio, updated

My wedding portfolio has now been fully updated. While it's common to add or a delete a few throughout the year, this was a major overhaul, highlighting much of my work from 2009. Thank you to all of the brides and grooms who asked me to witness and make art on their wedding day.

The photographs found there are the product of a documentary technique to photography. As much as I enjoy the wedding celebration, I never consider myself a guest but rather an observer with a camera. While always inclined to that approach, in 2009 it became a conscious goal and better integrated throughout the wedding day. I hope the portfolio reflects that.

Jen + Will's wedding, part 5

Jen and Will's reception was held at The Phoenix Room, which has great character. They chose "pick your own" favors: a table full of all sorts of candy for filling into a container. Brilliant!

Special thanks to Megan from Tangorra Wedding Planning for ensuring that the day ran smoothly--and for taking care of me. I could easily get spoiled.

Jen + Will's wedding, part 4

A few portraits of Jen and Will at Waterfront Park and walking to the reception at The Phoenix Room.

Jen + Will's wedding, part 3

Jen and Will were married in perfect weather at Waterfront Park in Newburyport, MA, surrounded by family and friends.

Jen + Will's wedding, part 2

Some portraits of Jen.

Jen + Will's wedding, part 1

Jen and Will were married in Newburyport (MA), and, to begin the day, Jen and her bridesmaids got ready at The Garrison Inn, a wonderfully historic building.

Alanna + Edgar's wedding, part 4

From the reception, which was held at Sculler's Jazz Club. I previously posted some photos of the DJ--what a venue. Everyone had a lot of fun, and how can you not when a chocolate fountain is involved?