Sarah + Ford | Primo Restaurant | Owl's Head Maine Wedding

The smiles say it all! While there was SO much rain in the forecast surrounding their wedding day, I don’t think we could have been graced with a more perfect window of clear weather in which to celebrate. I joined Ford and Sarah’s wedding weekend the night before their big day at Primo’s. What a perfect spot for spending time with friends and family during a rehearsal dinner (even if some guests were delayed on their arrival by some navigation issues with the trolley). Eventually everyone arrived and enjoyed an evening together in the barn, among the gardens, and even visiting the happiest pigs you’ll ever see!

On the wedding day, I arrived to everyone bustling about and family helping out with putting some of the final pieces into place. Dyson on the other hand(now one of my favorite dogs ever), was content to relax in his spot in the back of the SUV, away from the commotion. I’m so thankful that the rains held out until later in the evening, giving them enough time to celebrate with their friends and family outside amongst the beautiful backdrop of the water in Owls Head. I can’t say enough how wonderful these two and their families were to spend time with, and I’m so excited to share some of the memories captured from their wedding day!

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Rehearsal Dinner at Primo Restaurant

How about these gorgeous floral arrangements from Flowers by Hoboken?!

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Wedding Day

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Dyson taking a load off after a busy morning of watching everyone else work!

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If you need a refresher on how to tie a tie, there’s a good chance your grandfather can give you a hand…

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First Look

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Ceremony

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Dyson was quite the life of the party! Once he decided to join in on the action, he had no problem finding new friends! I love how he plopped himself right in the aisle before the ceremony haha!

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Reception

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Before heading into the tent for the evening, we snuck down by the water for a few quick portraits at the end of cocktail hour!

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Parent dances were a little less traditional than usual, making it all the more fun!

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and with that, it was time to party!

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Thank you Ford and Sarah!

-Vendors-

Photographer - James Flachsbart
Planner/Coordinator- @jessicarileyevents
Rehearsal Dinner Flowers - @flowersbyhoboken
Wedding Flowers- @seasonsdowneastdesigns
Rehearsal Venue & Catering - @primorestaurant
Rehearsal Bar - @bramblebarco
Dress- @irinisoriginals
Catering- @stonecovecatering
Officiant – Captain O. Kenneth Barnes
Stationary – Rochelle Renee
Cake - Sweet Sensations


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John + Abbey | Samoset Resort Wedding | Rockport, Maine Wedding Photographer

John and Abbey met each other in college through their roommates at UCONN, and that sparked the beginning of forever for them! I had the pleasure of meeting up with them a few months back for coffee, and have been looking forward to capturing their wedding since. It was a bit warm out for their wedding day, but the benefit of an oceanfront location like the Samoset is that lovely ocean breeze! I showed up to everyone just relaxing and having a good time together as they got ready. Excitement was high, and everyone was ready to go! The whole day was great from start to finished, and I hope you enjoy reliving some of it through the photos. Thanks for coming!

-At the end of this blog post is a link to the full album and ordering gallery-

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Bride getting her hair done
Wedding dress hanging on the timber beams
the bridemaids helping the bride into her dress
The bride putting on her wedding shoes
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Bridal portrait at The Samoset Resort with Nikon 105mm 1.4G Lens

Guys getting ready in their samoset suite room
groom and groomsmen photos on the Oceanside deck of the samoset

Ceremony

With it being such a beautiful day, the ceremony was held down near the water, overlooking the iconic breakwater lighthouse.

Rockland breakwater light view from the Samoset resort

A quick group shot with all the guests waving!

Ultrawide group photo with all of the wedding guests
father walking with his daughter to the wedding ceremony
Samoset resort outdoor ceremony site

Abbey and John wrote their own vows, which is always a great touch!

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First kiss at he end of the ceremony
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Formal wedding party portrait lighting

The walk to the breakwater was extra amusing, with one of the bridesmaids getting a ride , and John needing a bit of a snack haha

Ultrawide wedding party portrait on the Rockland Breakwater
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Black and white wedding photos on the breakwater
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Reception

The reception was held on the lawn outside of the Samoset. It had just started to cool off, so that everyone could enjoy cocktail hour and the beautiful views! After one of the wedding party members captured a group drone photo from above, everyone headed under the tent for the formal events. I’m glad I had a slight heads up about their first dance, because WOW, this was one for the books!

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wedding reception entrance
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Epic first dance moves
Had to turn a few photos into this little GIF!

Had to turn a few photos into this little GIF!

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After the parent dances, we jumped in the golf cart to try and catch a little post sunset light!

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wedding silhouette photo
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Since John had driven his Camaro up for the wedding, we of course had to use it in some photos!

Creative car wedding photos
Wedding portraits with the grooms Chevrolet Camaro

With all of the formal events complete, it was TIME TO PARTY!

Wedding reception party photos
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lifting up the groom on the dance floor
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Rockland Maine Moon
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As a wedding photographer, you know you aren’t close enough unless you have been kicked in the face on the dance floor…AND CAPTURED IT! haha

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Thank you John and Abbey!

-Vendors-

Photographer - James Flachsbart
2nd photographer/assistant - Laureh Flachsbart
Venue & Catering - Samoset Resort
Hair - Babes by Lizzy
Makeup - Makeup by Samantha Clark
Cake - The Sugar Tree
Flowers - Seasons Downeast Designs
DJ - Unlimited Engagements
Coordinator - Linde Schwartz

Want see the rest of the photos or make orders? Click the link below to see the full album and make orders for a limited time! 
 

FULL WEDDING ALBUM LINK