Tom and I knew each other from the local wedding scene as he’s a DJ who owns Hard at Play. He introduced me to his then fiancée Laura once they got engaged, and shortly thereafter asked me to photograph their wedding. They had an amazing day filled with color and laughter.
I started early at the Residence Inn in West Springfield where Laura and her bridesmaids were getting ready, and 2nd photographer Sandra Costello of Studio SMC went to Tom’s house in Springfield to follow him and the guys until we all met up at Holy Cross Church in Springfield for the ceremony.
One party bus ride later we found ourselves at the Log Cabin in Holyoke for a spectacular reception where the dancing went on all night long. The day’s flowers were from Durocher’s in West Springfield; the huge, beautiful cake was provided by Cerrato’s in West Springfield; the colorful room lighting was by CJC Event Lighting; DJ services were supplied by Rob Alberti’s DJ Service; and cinematography was by Steven Fowler Films.
Here are some photos from the day…
-
- The conference room at the hotel filled up with hair and makeup activities, and mirrors were all around.
-
- Laura and her dad shared these emotional moments as he left to get ready for the ceremony.
-
- Tom finishing up some last minute details before getting ready. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- Laura’s friend jumped into her arms upon arriving at the hotel.
-
- Everyone got their first look at the bouquets, and Laura teared up a little.
-
- Tom waves goodbye to his family as he heads to the party bus and the church. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- A prayer before leaving for the church.
-
- Some details from throughout the morning.
-
- A portrait of the guys in silouhette. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- Tom peeking around the corner to see who’s arrived at the church early. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- The ladies arrived at the church on the party bus in the pouring rain.
-
- Laura’s father was overcome with emotion just before walking her down the aisle.
-
- Tom and Laura exchanging their vows.
-
- Laura was visibly pleased at how things had gone so far.
-
- Being blessed at the altar.
-
- The newly married couple receiving congratulations from the priest.
-
- Tom and Laura having a moment (almost) to themselves after the ceremony.
-
- On the party bus on the way to the Log Cabin for the reception.
-
- Everyone waited for their cue to be announced into the reception.
-
- One more smooch before being introduced.
-
- Laura and Tom’s first dance. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- Laura giving an enthusiastic thumbs up after her grandmother’s toast.
-
- Tom tucked a napkin into his shirt to keep any cake off of his tux.
-
- Some details from throughout the reception.
-
- Crooner Jimmy Mazz entertained the crowd for part of the evening.
-
- The DJ kept the crowd dancing with great tunes and a cool lightshow. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- Laura dancing up a storm with her bridesmaids.
-
- The bridesmaids and the lightshow. (Photo by Sandra Costello for Seth Kaye Photography.)
-
- The dancing went on all night long.
-
- Tom dipped Laura during the final song of the night, just as he did during their first dance.
show hide 1 comment
Rock on! Congrats Tom and Laura. It was a beautiful wedding!