There have been torrential downpours in this area for days on end, and then suddenly, when Kate & Joey’s wedding day arrives, the clouds break, the rain stops, and all is well again with the world!  Amazing!  I was so relieved for both the couple, and myself, that the rains ceased and Kate & Joey were able to have their dream wedding outside on a lawn of lucious green grass overlooking the water at Camp Letts.

Beverly and I arrived at Kate’s house in the early afternoon to find a house all aflury with bridesmaids, make up, balloons, food, and general commotion.  Kate’s mom, Marilyn said she gave up trying to keep everything tidy, and proceeded to take me into a room behind closed doors that was very clean, and very empty, except for one beautiful wedding dress hanging in the corner.  At that moment, staring at that beautiful dress, I knew we were going to have us a weddin’!

Kate & Joey met (I was told) at Barnes & Noble and both have a love of books.  This was apparent in the unique centerpieces they had on their tables.  I have known Kate for a while, but had only met Joey once.  I was told he was a somewhat private person.  He was quiet with Beverly and myself during his pictures before the ceremony, but at the moment he was able to kiss his bride and call her his own, his countenance changed.  He could NOT keep his eyes off of Kate, and I don’t blame him!  She was, and is, stunning!  I wish you both a wonderful honeymoon and a prosperous new life together.

Enough blabbing, here’s the photos.  It was so hard to choose just these few….

Kate’s dress details & engagement ring

Calvin waiting to walk his daughter down the aisle

The kiss….it was loooooooong!

Mr. & Mrs!

Wedding party

Kate’s bouquet

The rings

Some bride & groom time

Here is Kate’s brother, Colin, singing a song he wrote for her!

Best Man Johann’s speech was hilarious & heart-warming

Joey & Kate can dance!

Daddy’s little girl

Taking some time to eat that cake

Rocking out on the air guitar!

I’m tired, my jeans are wet up to my behind, I have sand in my socks…but I had a blast with Mark & Jill today.  They worked me so hard!

Mark & Jill are getting married in August in their home state, but wanted some engagement photos of where they live & play now.  So we headed to trusty ol’ Downtown Annapolis.  It’s the first super deliciously warm weekend in a bit, so everyone and their dog was out too.  After we found parking spots – which is a big deal in Annapolis – we headed down some side streets for more privacy and pizzazz.  If you’ve every been down these streets you’ll know what I mean.  The houses are literally dozens of different bright and glorious colors. Not to mention the city has so much character.  Then we headed over to Jonas Green Park and got some sweet shots in the evening sun.

Enjoy your preview Mark & Jill!  I can’t wait to finish the rest…