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Boston Seaport Hotel Wedding: Sara + Dave Reception

After family formals at the church, we all headed back to the Seaport World Trade Center for the reception.  Sara is Peruvian, and those kids can party!  It was a completely crazy/fun evening, and what I have to share is really just the tip of the party iceberg.  Some details of the setup at the...

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Lyman Estate Wedding: Kate + Alex Reception

The theme for Kate and Alex’s wedding was built around the letters that spanned the entire first year of their relationship.  As guests entered The Lyman Estate, the front table was covered in personal letters that Kate and Alex had hand written to each of their guests.  They were stamped with vintage Australian stamps (Australia...

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Elm Bank, Wellesley Wedding: Jess + Chris Reception

After the ceremony, Jess and Chris went to spend a few minutes alone, and found a neat little spot for some more couples photos.  The light back there was gorgeous, and it also meant we could grab a few photos in the Italianate Garden on the way back to cocktail hour: Cocktail hour was in...

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Wellesley College Wedding: Catherine + Theis Reception Part One

Catherine and Theis held their gorgeous reception at TZE House in Wellesley College, right on the lake.  What a location! TZE House is just gorgeous – simple, rustic and airy.  While setup was being completed, everyone was outside enjoying the sunshine (and the parasols – it was mighty toasty that afternoon!) Please excuse my indulgence...

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Providence, RI Wedding: Bailey + Joe Reception

Bailey and Joe started their reception with class: sipping champagne upstairs in their room at the Hope Club.  It was a really nice time for them to share alone before the craziness of the party that followed, and after a few photos we left them in peace to enjoy the moment. The Hope Club is...

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Lake Tahoe Wedding: Reception

Cocktail hour was crazy for me, with tons of group photos, so I’m really happy that I spent a little time before the ceremony photographing the reception room.  The cherry blossom decor by Thran’s Flowers really blew me away.  What a perfect room for a springtime wedding! Just before dinner, Anne and Chris gave a...

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