Though Ryan and I are both Jersey natives, we’ve both landed in more beautiful parts of the country. While I get to enjoy our sprawling rocky coasts here in Maine, Ryan and Brittany currently reside in Hawaii! These two adventurers originally planned on a trip across the seas to Spain for their wedding, but well…you know. So what did they decide? Maine instead of Spain! Being avid explorers of the great outdoors, they came up with a pretty epic plan if I do say so myself. Starting in California, they road tripped across the country on their way to Maine, hitting up national parks along the way. Post wedding plans? The same thing back in the other direction! I for one am thankful for their change in plans, as I otherwise would have not had the chance of crossing paths with them. While is was a HOT one, they had a beautiful intimate wedding overlooking beautiful Bar Harbor, surrounded by their Family. I had such a wonderful time with Ryan, Brittany, and their crew, and hope that you enjoying reliving our short time together!

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Here’s the truck they’ve outfitted with all their gear for traveling alongside their pup!

Have your ever seen a post ceremony dance party? Me neither… It was AWESOME!

In case you couldn’t tell, this was a fun loving bunch!

Before leaving them to enjoy their afternoon celebrations with family, we walked around the property for some quick final portraits!

Thank you Ryan and Brittany!

-Vendors-
Photographer - James Flachsbart
Venue - The Bar Harbor Inn

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Mount Desert Island is such a beautiful place to consider when planning your wedding! It held a special place for Josh and Brit, since they have already spent some of their 11 years together there. As I do for some of my farther away weddings, I came up and spent the night before with my wife in Northeast Harbor and The Asticou. If you're ever up that way, be sure to also check out their beautiful gardens! It was such an amazing place to walk through and relax the day before.

Ok, on to the main event, Josh and Brit's big day! Ironically, the day before and after were forecasted to be a cool high of 60, while the wedding day was a high 82! It was a little warm, but the skies were clear, and the views were breathtaking. After the girls finished getting ready, I joined Josh and headed to Eagle Lake where they were set to have their first look! Being memorial day weekend, the carriage roads were packed with bikers, but thankfully we were able to grab a few moments alone for some nice portraits. Afterwards, it was back to the Bar Harbor Inn for the rest of the day's celebrations! The ceremony took place in the oceanfront backyard where Josh and Brittany were surrounded by their closest friends and family. As part of the ceremony, the ancient Celtic ritual of Handfasting was observed. This involved using a series of cords and knots to signifying their bond and "tying the knot". The rest of the day was filled with friends and laughter as everyone danced the afternoon away at the reception. Toasts were made, batons were passed on, the cake was cut, cigars were smoked, tender moments were seen, and the happy couple left to continue their life's journey together. I was honored be there and help capture these memories for them, and I hope you enjoy!

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Thank you Josh and Brittany!

- Vendors -

Photographer: James Flachsbart
Venue, H&M, Catering, Cake: Bar Harbor Inn
Flowers: Cottage Flowers
Dress: Madeleine's daughter

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