For Paul and Lauren’s Gown Around Town session, the destination wasn’t hard to decide.  They got married (as did I) at the Roger Williams Park Casino, which is inside Providence’s Roger Williams Park–one of the most spectacular urban parks in the nation.  We combed the full park–swan boats, awesome tree, little red school house, and the Temple to Music, just as the sun went down.  I wish I got to do a session like this with every couple I work with–a photographer’s dream come true!  Thanks, Paul and Lauren!

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I had the distinct pleasure of photographing Paul and Lauren’s wedding and reception at Roger Williams Park earlier this month.  I love weddings (a big part of why I veered toward wedding photography!), but their day was particularly special to me.  My husband Sherman and I were also married at Roger Williams, now almost seven years ago.  The park is filled with wonderful memories for us, and I felt a unique sense of joy and creative energy in photographing another happy couple getting married there.

Paul and Lauren’s romance began nearly nine years ago, so their families were particularly pleased that they were “finally!” getting around to tying the knot.  It was surely an event worth waiting for.  Although the day continually threatened rain, we cautiously went outdoors to the park’s Rose Garden for portraits–then continued to cross our fingers through the outdoor ceremony.  The rain held off and the overcast skies and damp leaves made for fantastic photography.  We even managed to stay outdoors, taking advantage of the bandstand and bridge for portraits after the wedding (about the time we finished, the storm let loose–our timing was just about perfect).

Paul and Lauren had a love birds motif, so our photos of the rings and the “lucky sixpence” in Lauren’s shoe had to take advantage to the lovely feathered friends they used in the decor (and on top of their cake–too cute!).  The wedding party, including the adorable brother/sister ring bearer/flower girl pair Zachary and Natalie, brought an awesome energy to the day.  Many of my favorite shots include the wedding party; they kept Paul and Lauren (as well as the photographers) laughing all day long.  Well, except for the touching and heartfelt toasts.  Not a dry eye to be found then!

Paul and Lauren, thanks for the honor of joining in your day.  It’s been our pleasure to get to know you.  Many happy returns!

P.S.  Photographer Brenda Cooney covered Paul and Lauren’s wedding with me.  She’s responsible for the fantastic coverage of the groom and groomsmen on the porch before the ceremony.  The gorgeous shot of Natalie in the garden is hers.  And she always rocks the cake shot.

P.P.S.  My darling husband Sherman assisted.  He couldn’t be kept away from a Roger Williams Park Wedding.  And nobody maneuvers a reflector or video light like he does.

The full set of images from Paul and Lauren’s wedding is now available for online viewing.  Click here to see!