When Lauren and Andrew initially contacted me about their wedding, I knew right away I liked them. Lauren had a vision of what she wanted that was beautiful, achievable, and flexible. She was open to new ideas, welcomed participation of her friends and family, and wanted to create a day that was theirs. Andrew had a comfortable lovability that drew me in and made me see right away why they were a good fit. And it didn’t hurt that the plans they had for their wedding sounded like my kind of event. Needless to say, I knew from the start I’d like these two.
Their wedding was at Lauren’s uncle’s house on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Now I’m from Ohio originally, I’m no stranger to farms or the country. But when it was time to go to college, I knew about myself that I craved something a little more fast-paced and dynamic. So when I moved to DC for college, I was thrilled to be a city boy for the first time in my life. After living in DC for several years, I did my first wedding on the Eastern Shore. It seemed so far away from DC and so different. And it is. Well, it’s different – it’s really not that far away. But now that I’m no stranger to the Eastern Shore or to Eastern Shore Weddings, I can say that I love love love the Eastern Shore.
And water always helps everything. Helps pictures, helps me be happy (and let’s be honest, shooting weddings is all about me being happy, right?), just helps everything. Want a tip for where to plan to take photos at your wedding? Near the water. Find some water and go there. Trust me, I know things.
The hosts for the wedding, Bruce and Jeanne Bernard, are some of the most delightful people I know. They opened their beautiful home to all the mayhem and majesty of the wedding (and rehearsal dinner) without a moment’s hesitation and left no detail to chance. My guess is that this was Jeanne’s hand more than Bruce’s, but we all know what assumptions do. Not only are the Bernard’s wonderful people, but also they’re full of surprise talents. Jeanne was the florist for Lauren and Andrew’s wedding. She made all the flowers in her basement floral shop. If you’re looking for a florist on the Eastern Shore, you should call Jeanne. I’ve seen expensive, professional, respected floral shops turn out work that simply didn’t compare to the flowers that Jeanne made for their wedding. Stunning!
I think that stunning is probably the word of the wedding though. The weather, the location, the hosts, the couple, the tent, and beer trailer, the driftwood table decorations, the flowers, the food… Well you probably get the picture. Congrats, Lauren & Andrew! And nice job.
Mr. Zarconi,
I am so impressed with the personal connection you have made with your clients. It”s speaks loudly through your words. Not only are the photos expressive, they lend themselves to capturing the essence of the person’s spirit, love, laughter and joy! It’s freaking contagious!