Susan Solo – VA/DC/MD Photographer

When Debbie contacted me about photographing her wedding, I knew just from her personality through email that it would be a fun event, full of life, friends and family, and that’s exactly what it was. Debbie and Mike have such a great energy, and it could be felt in their vows to each other and seen in their love for their baby, Evie. The ceremony and reception both took place at Celebrations at the Bay, in Pasadena, Maryland. I don’t want to jinx myself for upcoming weddings, but we’ve been really lucky with these days that start out really gray and soggy in the early morning, but turn out to be clear days just in time for the festivities! I love it.

Two dresses, one bride-sized and one baby-sized!

The bride’s bouquet? Amazing. It’s a single bloom dinner plate-sized dahlia.

There she is! Debbie and Mike’s baby, Evie, the happiest baby at a wedding ever.

Loda Floral Design thought of everything, including a tiny floral headband for Evie. Precious!

A quick peek at the reception room before the ceremony began.

There’s one other family member I can’t forget to mention – Debbie and Mike’s French Bulldog, Oscar!

Debbie, you’re stunning!

Future photographer in the front row? Evie, did you get some good photos?!

Pound it – married! (Super-star, Emily, officiating there.)

Beautiful family!

Okay, not to take away from the bride and groom, but this is a pretty awesome way to exit the ceremony.

Handmade candy apples!

Root-beer Float cupcakes! I can say from first-hand experience that these cupcakes from Golden Girl Bakery were not only cute, but so delicious.

How cute is that cake topper?!

Debbie and Mike thought of everything, including gifts…

Kids’ activities…

Prizes…

And oh yeah, candy apples!

Mother/son dance.

And a very special mother/daughter dance. I hope Evie adores this photo someday.

And the party!

Debbie and Mike – everything about your day was perfect! Chris and I really enjoyed meeting you (and Evie and Oscar!) and photographing your day. Thank you for having us there! We wish you and your family all the best.

I can’t possibly talk about Reina & David’s wedding without mentioning the weather. And I’m not just making small talk here. The east coast has had some really crazy weather the last several weeks, including an earthquake, Hurricane Irene, and now severe flooding with a week straight of rain, rain, and more rain. I have learned to be flexible with the weather when it comes to weddings, but of course I always hope for a day that will make it easier on the couple and everyone involved. Reina and Dave’s families traveled far and wide to get here, and they all arrived to one of the rainiest weeks we’ve ever had. This wedding has been in the works for over two years, and I just wanted to see it all come together perfectly! Well lo and behold, Saturday morning we were greeted with a cloudy, gray sky, but the rain had finally stopped! At that point, I was just thankful that it was no longer pouring, but the day just got better and better. Here are a few of my very favorite photos from the day!

Reina and Dave’s first look before the ceremony:

I love this to pieces:

Showing off her red shoes!

The day continued to be full of sweet details and little surprises, including a wardrobe change into a second dress for the ceremony.

All smiles, all day. I couldn’t get enough of it!

Getting a peek at the guests before the ceremony.

Believe it or not, it actually turned out to be an incredibly bright, warm sunny day, so guests were happily enjoying these cool refreshments:

See?! Perfect weather!

Vows.

“We’re married!”

Every corner of the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club was filled with personal touches and details.

Love the cheerful colors!

A beautifully executed first dance, after taking ballroom dance lessons together. Perfect form!

Toasts.

And then it was time to get their party on!

A bubble send-off was the perfect end to a perfect day. I’m fascinated by this image that Chris took of Reina’s sister and niece – those big colorful circles are bubbles that are closer to the lens.

Best wishes and a big huge congratulations to you both, Reina and Dave! Everything was just wonderful, and all of your hard work and planning really showed. Chris and I had a wonderful time, and we hope you enjoy the photos for years and years to come!