When I first met with Renee, she had her sister with her and guess what?  They’re twins!  I had these two beautiful faces smiling back at me as we looked over my portfolio and I remember the amazement I felt in seeing something so incredible right in front of me.  I’m adopted so it’s a huge difference between not looking like anyone, compared to looking almost exactly like someone else.

I was thrilled that Renee chose me to photograph her Wedding and I couldn’t wait to do their Engagements.  Thankfully, they picked Fall which is my favorite time of year.  (It used to be Winter, but it just doesn’t snow like it used to)   They had such an amazing chemistry right away…they were so relaxed around each other and barely noticed me at all…which is ideal for my style of photography.  The more candid, the better I say! Once we were done, I knew it would be hard to wait for their Big Day.  Seeing Renee for the first time was overwhelming.  The anticipation a Bride feels on her Wedding day is so beautiful; I think it’s my most favorite time for photographs.  They were getting ready at the Woodcliff Inn and Spa

and when I walked in, I was greeted with hot pink everywhere!  So fun!  Renee had just gotten her hair done and was about to get her makeup finished; and then soon into the dress.  Speaking of dresses…each bridesmaid had their own hot pink dress to wear while they were getting ready, and Renee had a white one.  What a great idea ~ that’s a new one for me!

After taking some candids, I hurried upstairs (yes, there were TWO floors; incredible hotel!) to photograph the dress ~ stunning.

Time to get ready!

I love how Renee’s mom has her hand on her shoulder…you could feel their bond instantly.

Her one sister helped her put on her jewelry, and the veil and the other sister helped with the garter and the shoes!

Beautiful Renee!

Ok, so I’ve never had the opportunity to do this before ~ The First Look!  Renee and Brandon decided to see each other at the hotel so they could be together in the limo with their party on the way to the chapel.  Great idea.  The Woodcliff has a beautiful new fountain out back so we naturally decided on that location.  Picture Perfect.
She was a vision, and he was filled with excitement to see his beautiful bride.

Ok, we’re on our way to the University of Rochester Chapel!

Proud papa

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs!!!

Off to take pictures!  Lots and Lots of them!

They went to school at the University, so they wanted it as a backdrop ~ what a fun group!

Look how Brandon is just lying there enjoying it

Sisters!  “A sister is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost.”  ~Marion C. Garretty

A few moments around the grounds…these are the pictures we look back on …we’re so lucky to have photography.

Rings!

Got a bunch more in front of the school, and some details, and then headed to our reception at Casa Larga!

Brandon’s smile + Renee’s laughter ♥ = Happily Ever After…the happiness between these two takes my breath away.

I was so glad that we were able to get them to enjoy some of their cocktail hour too!  Lots of time in between…great planning!  I hurried inside to see the room before all the guests piled in ~ wow, stunning!

Look at these centerpieces!  I definitely have to find out who did these.

mmm, cake!

Announcements were made and they went right into their first dance.. Brandon is STILL smiling

Toasts and Prayers

Beautiful flowers ~ and I love when there’s something sentimental attached to the ribbon

Cake cutting…very sweet..no one got frosted

Father/Daughter dance…they always bring a few tears to my eyes too

Mother/Son…and p.s. she had a fabulous iridescent dress!

Dancing!

The night is starting to come to an end…lots and lots of dancing pictures and really fun times ~ Congratulations Brandon and Renee; Happy Honeymoon, Happy Marriage, Happy Lifetime!!