James & Michelle

Surely one of the most challenging jobs facing a photographer is that of shooting the wedding of a fellow photographer!! You know the scrutiny is going to be much higher and given the chance, they would probably prefer to shoot it themselves if they could, but if you share somewhat of a similar vision it can make for great photos.
James is a very talented photographer himself and got married to Michelle on November 3rd at the Bridgeview Yacht Club in Island Park. This was on the heels of Hurricane Noel and although the beach proved to be too windy for most group shots, we were blessed with phenomenal light as the sun set.

Michelle and her mom prepare the dress before putting it on..





This is not your traditional bridal crop, but I love it!! Michelle was about to come downstairs as Kim was able to get this shot..



..and then a quick peek to see if her bridesmaids were ready for her big entrance..



The ring bearer was a little shy at first but soon warmed up to the job at hand..



OK, you know it was just a matter of time before James pulled out his Canon 5D and started taking photos!!



The key to taking beach photos when the wind is gusting 40mph... very, very short hair!!



James with 5D in hand again..



We found some minor shelter behind the dunes but it wasn't long before the wind started tugging on Michelle's veil..



...but by the time we got to the Bridgeview Yacht Club, the wind had subsided and the sunset created an amazing pinkish blue sky backdrop..





One of my favorite candid photos from the day. This was taken as I followed Michelle downstairs from her bridal suite..



The DJ at the reception was incredible - probably one of the best I've ever worked with! At one point during the reception, he had all the guys crowd around Michelle and sing "You've lost that loving feeling" into 'fork' microphones!!



Three sexy guests taking a self portrait...



..then checking out the result :-) !