Kelly & Dan's Wachusett Mountain Wedding

Kelly and Dan's wedding at Wachusett Mountain was one we'd waited a LONG time for (at least it felt that way.)  Having shot their engagement session at the famed Grist Mill back in April, it felt like a long wait till September.  Kelly is a majorly creative type, so we knew whatever planning she did would pay off in a beautiful, romantic way.  Finally, their Friday-evening wedding date arrived, and it was time to experience this couple's originality!

The bride and her bridesmaids enjoyed their preparation time

The couple exchanged vows before a beautifully adorned arbor at the sparkling pond's edge.  Their personalized vows were truly touching (and naturally with Kelly's sense of humor, very entertaining), and more than a few women were seen with hankies dabbing at their eyes.











One of the best aspects of having a wedding at Wachusett Mountain is riding the chairlift after the ceremony -- the couple has a chance to "decompress" for 15-20 minutes, and let the whole experience sink in while enjoying a private photo session atop the mountain.  It was obvious to us they'd had some experience with this ride-to-the-heights thing, and I believe they were seen headed back down the mountain without the chair's safety rail down (yikes!)

Back inside, the reception dining room was romantically decorated with table top arrangements of red roses and golden sunflowers, as well as apple-themed special touches for guests to enjoy.  Now this is romance!







We LOVED the wedding cake with its raffia trim - so totally fitting for this wedding and artfully designed by Custom Wedding Cakes by Penny. 

DJ entertainment for the evening was skillfully provided by none other than Ken Duquette of Champagne Toast.  Might we add, we've had the pleasure of many a wedding meal, and the food here was truly outstanding!





People may think it's contrived or clichéd, but we truly become friends with many of the couples we photograph, and Kelly and Dan are a couple we'll continue to get together with long after the wedding day.

Wherever they go, this couple makes life fun, and artful. Wishing you all the joy in the world, Kelly and Dan, and see you soon!



     ~Chris & Vickie

Sneak Peek ~ Lindsay & Adam

Lindsay and Adam met at the end of their high school days at the Worcester Academy and they've been an "item" ever since.  When Adam joined the Air Force and was moved to Oklahoma, Lindsay moved too so they wouldn't have to be apart.  And now finally, just before Adam earns his A.F. wings, family, friends and colleagues gathered together at the Harding-Allen Estate in Barre to celebrate their marriage!

This wedding was such a joy to photograph and we cannot WAIT for the big reveal, but in the meantime, here are a few of our favorites from the day.  The bride was gorgeous in her Paloma Blanca dress (this is the first bridal gown we've seen with pockets - what a concept!)  Coordinating bridesmaids dresses by Ann Taylor also had pockets, so all the gals could carry a lip gloss or a tissue, should some happy 'lil tears arise.

The wedding cake was created by the Harding-Allen's in-house designer, as were the stunning bouquets of blue hydrangea, white roses and white lilies.  DJ services provided by Bob Solano were ultra-optimized as Bob's saxophone accompaniment added a totally live music sound to the festivities.

Lindsay and Adam, may you share many years together full of blessings and good fortune!  It was our immense honor to share in your day!