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When the family is using their own home and property to host 150 guests....it takes a team to herd everyone.
It's fall, and I often find myself in the Berkshires or Western Massachusetts for weddings. Each time, I feel a calmness and quietness to the area, and the area provides a refresh after a busy September.
“Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.” -Ernestine Ulmer
I am a sucker for a tent shot. A scene setter, if you will. I always try to capture the environment and a feeling for the setting for an event. I think weather, clouds and nature can bring you back to the memories of the day the same as any other photograph.
Some of my own favorite and distinct memories of my wedding came from friends. I love documenting how weddings bring other couples together. Serving to remind each of us how special our partner is, and slowing life down. I loved how "in the moment", and unaware of the world these two were.
Western Massachusetts wedding celebration in the Berkshires
Lauren and Matt know how to throw a party. They hail from Cali, Matt working as a playwright and Lauren occasionally providing the voices for animation series'. Even over our initial video/skype consultation I felt an immediate connection with these two humans. Something they have the ability to create with anyone and everyone, given their fun loving and gentle spirit. Their weekend started buy taking over the "The Cove" bowling alley in Great Barrington. It may look familiar, as it was the inspiration behind many scenes in The Big Lebowski, and provided a backdrop for BBQ and laughter throughout the evening. The wedding celebration was hosted at the stunning Gedney Farm, with their ceremony atop the hillside knoll, cocktails outside and a fantastic dance party in the barn. Complete with an epic fireworks display to top off a grand evening. My lovely wife Connie (of Studio Atticus) attended the day with me, experimenting throughout by shooting the gorgeous Leica Monochrom digital camera. Her images are featured below and in the gallery alongside my own. A HUGE thank you to everyone involved in this day, especially Casey and her team at Katie O' Events for their perfect coordination and for going above and beyond in a way rarely seen in event planners. Beautiful flowers/tables by Colie at Flower Scout. It was fun working alongside Cam from Birke Films Cinematography.
A special note that Lauren is developing a special niche for fitness/education/care/love for mothers called The Mama Method. Go check it out.
Ever wonder what it would be like to get hitched at Tanglewood? Scroll on! I admit I may have developed a man crush on Mark. His eyes! Cat is also stunningly beautiful, and when together, it may in fact be impossible to describe their love for one another. Throughout the day I felt I could easily become best friends with each and every family member and guest at this wedding. Thank you both for being perfect hosts and lovely humans.
