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I couldn’t have asked for a better end to my Wedding season than by sharing it with Bridgette and Chris.   I’ve shared so much with them over this past year, including their Engagement session, and to watch them get married and witness that happiness is more than I could ever ask for.

My day began with getting off the elevator on the 14th floor (very top) of the Radisson Hotel downtown (where the reception would be later too) …hearing loud pumping Usher type music coming down the hall.  I remember thinking to myself…that must be the guys…and as I got closer and closer I realized it was!  Little ol’ me .with my back pack on .. about to head into a room of 15 or so partying guys – bring it! :)

I walked in and loudly introduced myself smiling over the music saying ‘hey guys, I’m Sue’ … Then out of no where, every single one of them yells Suuuuuue….Suuuuuue….over and over…we were hysterical.  Or maybe I was blushing?  I knew it was gonna be a great day!  I laughed, hugged Chris (the awesome Groom) and went about my way taking pictures.  Now THAT’S how you start a Wedding day! ;)

Thanks guys!  SO sweet – I will never forget that welcome…ever.

Making sure they had the rings…Chris took a moment to look at Bridgette’s Wedding band…already thinking about seeing her coming down the aisle.

I spent just a little bit with the guys, and then headed out to catch up with the girls getting ready at Bridgette’s mom’s house.  We just had a little time there too but we were lucky to get both before the ceremony.

Beautiful Bridgette!

Bridgette’s mom was so sweet!

Time to go to the chapel!

CHASE! ♥  Bridgette and Chris were blessed with a baby just a few weeks before their Wedding.  I photographed their maternity shots, and shared my recent experience of having a baby with them too.  Now that I am so lucky to have a baby, I wonder what was I waiting for??!  So, as I was driving to the church that day, I was filled with excitement to finally get to see their little bundle.  Look at him!  He’s wearing a baby tuxedo! :)   LOVE!

Time to start the ceremony; the beautiful and amazing Sacred Heart Cathedral

Congratulations Bridgette & Chris!

Baby Chase!

This was funny….we were all done with formals, and everyone got on the bus…then this one groomsman jumps off dragging Chris back to the front door for this picture.  He wanted a picture of him keeping Chris from running away ~ I can’t imagine anyone even thinking about running away from Bridgette; lucky guy! :)

Ok, we’re off to the park!

I was going to ‘clone’ out the beer bottles….but I really like that they’re in the picture…authentic and I know they’ll love it. :)

oh, and p.s. it was COLD!  The guys were so nice to give their jackets to the girls and to our beautiful bride.

Ok, time to head to the reception!  Let’s get this party started! :)

So, I walk into the cocktail hour and this is the first thing I see…really?  And ice sculpture!!!   I rarely get to see them!  ACK is the first part of their last name…and look how they put the three names in there…Chris, Bridgette, and Chase…(but what about Pudgie?!!)   ;)

This was their incredible city view from the windows of their reception

The toasts were perfect…heartfelt from the maid of honor, and hilarious from the best man.  Bridgette is cracking up from something the best man called Chris out on…I wish I could put the whole speech in here!

First Dance

Father/Daughter dance…there isn’t a single Wedding I have photographed that I don’t tear up at these.

Bring on Usher!  Yeah Yeah

SO happy for you guys!  Wishing you both a lifetime filled with happiness and baby giggles! :)

**Please check back towards the end of December to view the entire gallery on my website.  When it’s live, their new last name together will be the password.  Enjoy! :) **

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How exciting! Saturday’s Wedding took me to a new location in Holley, NY where there was a HUGE secret waterfall! It was so powerful and we could feel the wind and mist coming off it which was SO refreshing ~ these guys were troopers smiling through the humidity!

I remember when I first saw the Waterfall in view as I came down the hill … ‘May This Be Love’ popped into my mind and I was humming it to myself as we did our portraits.

So…back to the Wedding, ahem! :)
When I first arrived at the church and went looking for Karrie…my excitement started to build up for seeing her.  Just as I thought….as I turned the corner to her room…there she was; beaming with a beautiful happy smile!

All her girls were so sweet watching her get into her dress and veil

We took a few group shots of all the girls, and the moms, and then I headed out to the main part of the church to find the Groom…where he was hanging out with his Best Man, navigating the seas as Captain Jason -  (There were a few props in the room and we couldn’t help but to play with them.)  :)


Best Man

Shortly after photographing the guys, the ceremony was about to begin…so much excitement!  I quickly set up and was so happy to see my friend and videographer, Al King of Days Remembered Video.  I love working with him!

Karrie had her brother walk her down the aisle…and much to my surprise, I knew him!  We went to college together so it was really neat catching up with him for a bit.  He was SO proud of her; I could feel it all night.  And as I was standing there watching her come down the aisle…I heard Jason lean in to his best man and whisper; “She’s so beautiful”. ♥


It’s not often that I get to see the blushing veils anymore so it’s a treat when I do…there’s something really special about the act of lifting the veil.

As I was watching through my lens, I could sense Jason’s excitement as he patiently waited for the o.k. to kiss his wife…so cute! :)

Lots of Congratulations to be shared after the ceremony, and then bubbles….lots and lots of bubbles!

When we first arrived at the Waterfall, there was another Wedding party there, so we hung out for a little bit; and then made our way over to a beautiful bridge over a stream…what a pretty location!

Right in the middle of shooting, Jason see’s a bike and suddenly he’s running over there to ride it…LOL…a little wobbly at first..good thing it was down hill!

Lookin’ sharp guys!

And I thought I’d seen everything, but apparently not… these bridesmaids PICKED UP their Bride!  Usually the guys pick up the Bride ~ now that’s girl power!

We took a bunch of photos in front of the Waterfall…they were having such a great time!

Girlfriends!

SO cute together.  I love how Jason is a guy’s guy…but he has this amazing sweet side and you can feel the strength in his love for Karrie; he truly adores her and I felt really happy to be around them.

Ok, let’s get this party started!  Off to the reception at Hickory Ridge Golf & Country Club

What I loved about it here was how comfortable I felt…everyone was relaxed and at ease and just enjoying their time together.

Cute little favors…and lots of chocolate too!

What a sweet cake! And p.s., I love daisies :)

It’s always neat to see people signing my guest books…I LOVE making them, and think they’re a great keepsake for my couples.  You can see their Engagement session photos here

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Took them out and about on the grounds for a little bit too…wow, what a beautiful location.

Such a sweet first dance…I can’t remember the song now, but I remember Jason singing to her on the dance floor (but don’t tell anybody)  ;)

What a beautiful fun and celebratory group of family and friends ~ I had an amazing time, and am so grateful to have been given a glimpse into the life of this couple.  Enjoy every moment you two! ♥

Check back in a month or so for the viewing info; enjoy these for now! :)

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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!!

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