Amanda & Ryan | Fall at Stonehurst at Hampton Valley
There’s something magical about late fall in Connecticut — the crisp air, the golden light, and the last fiery leaves clinging to the trees. That magic came to life on a perfect October day - the last of my 2025 season!
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Jamie & Jordon | A Rustic Wedding at Millpond Gatherings
September 20, 2025
Some people come into your life for just a moment—but leave you wishing they lived right down the street. That’s exactly how I felt after spending the week with Jamie and Jordon. I had only just met them in person, but from the start, their warmth, humor, and genuine love pulled me in completely. I found myself wishing we could hang out on the regular. That’s the kind of energy their wedding radiated—effortless fun, deep connection, and total joy.
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Jamie & Jordon | Wadsworth Falls State Park Engagement
September 16, 2025
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Danielle & Eric | A Waterfront wedding at St. Clements Castle
September 5, 2025
Danielle and Eric were nothing but joy and ease all day long—just like their waterfront ceremony at St. Clements Marina in Portland, Connecticut. With the warm late summer breeze, wild wind, and waterfront views, the day was full of magic and meaning from beginning to end.
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Meli & Ken | A Summer Harkness Park Engagement
August 29, 2025
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Caroline & AJ | A Stonehurst at Hampton Valley Wedding
August 3, 2025
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Celia & Craig | A Haley Mansion Elopement
May 28, 2025
An intimate elopement at the Inn at Mystic - Haley Mansion was full of soft pinks, glam, romance all during a midweek afternoon.
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Kate & Sean | A Coastal New England Wedding
May 25, 2025
A historic church, wind swept portraits by the water and a warm feeling of family made this coastal New England day in Gloucester a day to remember for Kate and Sean.
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Caroline & AJ | A Spring Engagement Harkness Park
May 18, 2025
Harkness Memorial State Park, located in Waterford, Connecticut, is nothing short of picturesque location that has become a favorite for MOP couples. With its stunning waterfront views, historical architecture, and lush gardens, it's no wonder that this park sets the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable engagement shoot.
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Best of the Year | 2024
January 1, 2025
Time for reflection on all the greatness and love that was 2024! Every year its so fun to look back at all the smiles I captured this year. By the numbers I photographed 5 MOP couples, was an associate on 6 other weddings with my photographer friends, attended a handful of networking/content days, few more nonwedding related sessions, countless miles & smiles and over 5,300 images! Wow!
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Danielle & Eric | A Harkness Memorial State Park Engagement
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Kristen & Dan | A Family Estate Wedding
October 5, 2024
There is nothing better than to close my 2024 season with a lakeside celebration at a family estate, filled with the sweetness of Kristen and Dan. The weather was a cap to the early autumn vibes
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Becca & JD | St. Clements Waterfront Wedding
September 20, 2024
When my coverage wrapped up for the day, I thought, "Wow, I’ve been grinning like a dang fool!" Hanging out with Becca and JD on their big day was beyond fantastic! I know I rave about the lighting often, but it was the perfect overcast sky—like nature’s soft filter
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Kaylee & Zach | A Stonehurst at Hampton Valley Wedding
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Judy & Justin | A Daytime Brunch Wedding
June 2, 2024
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Kaylee & Zach | A Summer Rose Garden Engagement
June 1, 2024
Kaylee and Zach wanted to take advantage of the beautiful blooms and arches of the main rose garden. When we arrived man it was more packed then I have ever seen! The weather was on point so it was very much expected.
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Judy & Justin | A Spring Nevers Park Engagement
May 13, 2024
I spent a lovely afternoon with Judy and Justin at a special location, Nevers Park in South Windsor. With all the crazy rainy weather there was a lot of scheduling back and forth finding the perfect day. We absolutely made the right choice! There were still beautiful blooms and plenty of spots around the grounds to photograph.
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Emily & Eddy | A Mediterranean Inspired Wedding
May 7, 2024
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What is a First Look?
March 24, 2024
Let's talk about the First Look. This is a new tradition of seeing your partner ahead of walking down the aisle and it has a lot of benefits.
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Best of the Year | 2023
December 31, 2023
The best of times for 2023!
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