One of the best things about my business is that I get to travel and explore different areas & venues. Sometimes, I’m in the middle of nowhere & sometimes I am in the middle of a city. Where ever I am, I get to see some of the best venues in New England.
In April, I photographed a venue in Connecticut that I have never been to, The Mill on the River Restaurant. This beautiful venue has a lot to offer your event, even in April when the weather is unpredictable.
My clients (Ahmed & Mina) hired me for some portraits – as well as their reception, no ceremony. When I arrived, I had a mission to pick the best spot for portraits.
I arrived early, which gave me plenty of time to look around, and pick out some great spots for the outdoor images. The venue had a covered bridge, gazebo, bushes in bloom, and a river to utilize. Then I noticed across the street a pop of pink and I had my inspiration. In the over flow parking, are some beautiful trees that would make any image spectacular. That is where we photograph Ahmed & Mina’s couple portraits. I utilized that as a special spot for their images, just the two of them.
The Big Reception
Their reception was so much fun, especially since almost everyone was dancing. Seeing so many people dancing and enjoying – I couldn’t help get caught up by the mood too. In these hard times, seeing the kind of cheer was just the energy I’ve been needing. To share in the cheer, here’s a glimpse of their danced filled reception.
Each reception that I photograph is unique to my clients. Ahmed & Mina’s unique moment came from her husband and family giving her jewelry & each taking a turn putting them on her. Her smile was more sparkling than the jewelry and that was an essence I wanted to make sure I captured. Of course, her family had a little something for Ahmed too.
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Venue: The Mill on River Restaurant
Dj & Lighting: Dj MO ATF website: www.djmoatf.com Instagram: djmoatf