Dana and Mark at Astors Beechwood in Newport, Part Two - Rhode Island Wedding Photographer

Posted by Trish: Photos by Melissa and Trish

So we're back with more fabulousness from Dana and Mark! I was chasing the rings for hours and then at the last minute I discovered them up at the alter before the wedding...whew!




Dana and her mom peeking into the chapel before the ceremony.






Can't you just feel the anticipation here? Diamonds always help calm nerves!






And the grand entrance...






Dana's sister helps with the veil as Dana lights a candle at the alter in memory of her Dad, an emotional moment indeed.






The ceremony was held at the new chapel at Salve which was just recently completed, this was only the second wedding to happen there.






I'm loving the enthusiasm here, woo hoo!!!!






The chapel is so beautiful and bright, and new smelling. I told Mark how lovely the natural light was and he said just wait until 4:30, there is a giant sun streak that comes right on to the alter. He was not kidding! Of course it was right on Dana, the only one in white. She asked if she was sun burned after the wedding, she was cooking! I'm going to put in a request to frost those windows...






Married...finally!






On to Astors for the reception...






This place is so beautiful. It was sold to a private owner and will not be hosting weddings any longer, so this is my last one here. I'm really bummed out as I love to work here!






More beautiful paper for the menu cards.






Something blue!






This room is so amazing, the blue is so calming.






Dana was excited to see the room all set up. All that planning really pays off!






Paul at Broadway Florists did an amazing job.






Streets are the new table numbers.






The bigger the better, you can never have too much cake! I want to bring back the giant cake.





The green really pulled it all together, so magical!





I loved the arched windows here. Well, I DID love the arched windows.






They even had the adjoining room set up with tables, I had never seen that before.






I love this shot of Dana, she's so relaxed heading to the cocktail hour.






Cascading.






Lovely tasty treats by Blackstone.






Funny story. After I took this photo I figured why not try a cup of the Del's while I'm here, only to discover that it had TONS of vodka in it. That's kind of horrific when you are not expecting it, I also hate the taste of it. I stuck with water and juice after that.






here's our girl Raina again with her trusty clipboard in hand making sure that things are going according to schedule. Of course they were! And she had some horsdeurves for the b+g to make sure they got something to eat!






They are not too excited to be coming into this reception!






The first dance.






They were so happy, so cute!






Back out for a few more photos after dinner.






They were so relaxed now, and having an awesome wedding!






I love it!






Crazy dancing ensued after dinner was done! Check out her cute reception headband.






See what I mean about crazy dancing...







They really look so happy here, what a great day!






One of my favs, they were off and running back to the reception!

Thanks for a great day you two, although a bit hot and sweaty, you would never know from the photos, you looked amazing!

The Magic Makers:
Wedding Coordinator: Raina Dawn Events
Florist: Broadway Florists
Caterer: Blackstone
Reception Venue: Astors Beechwood
Videographer: Buzz Media Company
Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Hair and Make-up: Leah Rust
Bridesmaids Dresses: Priscilla of Boston
Cake: Cappucinos
Invitations/Programs: Haute Papier/Raina Dawn Events
Band: The Knights
Trolley: Vikng Tours of Newport
Lodging: The Pearls
Photography: Snap!
Ceremony: Salve Regina Chapel

Dana and Mark at Astors Beechwood in Newport, Part One - Rhode Island Wedding Photographer

Posted by Trish - Photos by Melissa and Trish


We met Dana and Mark at The Pearls in Newport for their getting ready photos and then they met up before the ceremony at Salve for photos with the family and wedding party so that they could just enjoy the cocktail hour with all of their guests. Awesome.

These invitations, and all of the printed pieces from the wedding were done through Raina, how beautiful are they?! You really can't go wrong with green and blue...you always match the sky and the grass!






One of my favorite parts of the day is getting to see the dress for the first time, just waiting for it's owner to occupy it.






A beautiful bouquet of white.






Here is Mike getting just the right angle of video footage...







Dana is taking one last look before she jumps into this baby.






Meanwhile int he cottage next door Mark is running around getting ready...literally.






And he's ready to go...






Dana is almost ready, a quick shots with the ladies after a 'Going to the Chapel' serenade.








She's into the dress and is someone can figure out how to get those buttons done we'll be in business.






Ah, here's our girl Raina, she saved the day and brought a yarn hook and managed to get Dana securely into her dress.






A classic moment, a high five with mom!






I just love this shot!





Just to give you an idea of how the bride feels having cameras pointing at her all day, it can be daunting.






Our handsome groom.






Another classic shot, has anyone seen animal house?






Dana's brother came in to see her for the first time, an emotional moment for all!






Sweet.






She quickly composed herself and was ready for her portrait.






She is absolutely adorable!






It's the little details.






And we're officially off...






Mark waits for Dana out back at Salve, an amazing location!





Of course Mark was totally impressed with Dana's beauty and her gown.





What better way to show one's enthusiasm...





The wedding party. Looking good.






The family. Also looking good!






Dana has the most amazing light blue eyes! Lucky Mark what he gets to look into those every day!






I always love and action shot.






Their friends were having the best time, what an awesome group!






Did I mention that Salve is where these two met ' a number' of years back? it's true.






Salve has one of the best vantage points for this super blue ocean view. See what I mean about the blue and green.






We were melting a bot out in the bright sun so we ducked inside for a few shots, this rooms knocks my socks off every time!






Such a good looking couple, do they kind of look alike? That can happen after people are together for a while.






Beautiful, seriously.





You look good too Mark.

The Magic Makers:
Wedding Coordinator: Raina Dawn Events
Florist: Broadway Florists
Caterer: Blackstone
Reception Venue: Astors Beechwood
Videographer: Buzz Media Company
Gown: Monique Lhuillier
Hair and Make-up: Leah Rust
Bridesmaids Dresses: Priscilla of Boston
Cake: Cappucinos
Invitations/Programs: Haute Papier/Raina Dawn Events
Band: The Knights
Trolley: Vikng Tours of Newport
Lodging: The Pearls
Photography: Snap!
Ceremony: Salve Regina Chapel

Newport Wedding Photography, Jillian + Kevin's Photodate

Postec by Mariah:

The countdown is on! Jillian and Kevin met me in Newport on Friday the 24th... 2 weeks to go until their wedding at Rosecliff. They had spent the day running around to all of their appointments in Newport and Bristol... and by 7pm they were still suprisingly chipper. I think they just happen to be nice people!
Jillian has vericality issues, and by that I mean she's short.
Good things defenitley come in wee little packages. How cute is she?



How about thathose long gorgeous locks too?


My fav pic! They are so relaxed, they might just zonk out.



Who says that Kevin is not one for PDA? I beg to differ...

I love this one too. We were at the beach at the PERFECT time of night.







Next stop... thrid beach. Once I was yelled at by a dishelved crazy guy at this spot who said I was trespassing. Pish posh! J + K have got my back just in case though...



Jillian is a social worker at a highschool in the Bronx! Kevin is in finance... they are nicely balanced.






A portrait of each for their respective desks... awh.



The night just kept getting prettier and prettier.


I think Kevin might have even been enjoying himself at this point!



And of course- ba-bling!

J+K- it was so great to finally meet you! I'm happy I won't be a stranger on the wedding day. See you in a couple weeks! xoxo Mariah