First Comes “Love At First Glance...Of A Photo,” then a Cheesy Pick-up Line Followed By Eternal Marriage!
I loved photographing Harley and Damin's wedding at Cushing Memorial Hall in Norwell, MA!
Harley & Damin / Cushing Memorial Hall / Boston LDS Temple Wedding
One of the most exciting parts of the day as a Photographer is when I first arrive. It has now gotten real! Harley was getting the final touches of her hair finished when I walked in and the living room was abuzz with excitement. Nieces getting their hair curled, lots of laugher and chatter among the kids but through it all Harley sat near the window taking in the start of her big day peacefully. I've known Harley through her teen years and she's always had one of the biggest hearts. It was fun to observe her on her wedding day now being the one pampered. To see how much she has grown from a spunky teen to a reflective, radiant Bride. It was sweet to see her Mom help her into her gown, put on the veil and prep her daughter to officially spread her wings and start a family of her own.
After all the final touches, Harley was driven by her Mom to meet her awaiting groom-to-be for a First Look outside of the Boston Latter-day Saint temple. It was cold and windy but Damin didn't even notice as he anxiously awaited.
Damin was the most excited groom I have ever photographed. He could barley contain his joy as Harley walked up behind him. His reaction was THE BEST! We were all smiling and laughing! What a great way to start life! I was told Damin was expecting the wedding dress to be purple so I'm sure he had no clue as to what she was actually going to look like. I think his reaction says he was happy! A few photos and then they went inside for their 1 o'clock sealing.
Family and a few close friends were able to witness the sealing (wedding) ceremony inside the temple and the rest of us waited in a little room out of the cold. As the time grew closer as to when the newlyweds should be exiting the temple we all gathered around the front door. Harleys sister Caitlin excitedly ran out of the doors to announce they were here! Lots of cheers, hugs and congratulations!
"The first time I saw Harley was on a picture my sister posted. The next time was when my sister invited her to dinner. That night I asked her out with a horrible pickup line for which she totally denied me. We ended up going on a date and from that day we never went a day with out each other. Harley is the most amazing, caring, loving person I’ve ever known. She constantly uplifts me and makes me a better person. I love you Harley Anne and I can’t wait to spend eternity with you."- Damin
The reception was held at Cushing Memorial Hall in Norwell, MA and had these amazing big windows. We took advantage of the beautiful warm light to get some more photos before all the family formals, greeting guests in a reception line and starting the nights festivities.
The reception hall was filled with guests and family all night long that wanted to show their love to Damin and Harley. The decorations were inviting and the Cafe Rio inspired food and yummy side dishes brought a lot of smiles. The hot chocolate station was a hit on the chilly day. After shaking hands, hugging and laughing with every single guest, they continued the night with a First Dance, Parent Dances, a hilarious cake-cutting, a speech by her sister Caitlyn (some of my favorite photos of Mom in the background who is so proud of her) and throwing the bouquet from a balcony. Damin's sister Jaida sang "The Way I Am" while playing the ukulele for Harley and Damin while the whole room smiled.