Kim & Jon got married at the Belle Voir Manor on the Delaware in Bensalem on April 24th. I had been to the Belle Voir before but this was my first opportunity to photograph there and I really enjoyed it! Kim & Jon were great and, of course, so in love! The entire wedding day was simple, elegant and really beautiful.
There were some looming clouds in the sky that day that were threatening rain. Happily, the rain did hold off and everything worked out perfectly! As many of you know, I love a cloudy day and happen to think that the day was just beautiful.
I’ll start with a few details….
Men have no idea how much work these dresses can be! Thankfully, Kim had lots of help.
This is the moment just before Kim & Jon first see each other that day. I took this shot very quickly as I knew that they were both extremely anxious to see one another!
We headed outside for some photos before the signing of the Ketubah and the ceremony. Because the ground was a little wet, we were sinking into the dirt a bit. The closer we got to the river, the muddier it seemed to get. Needless to say, we didn’t venture all the way out but you can still see the river in the background. Thanks to Kim especially for braving the elements in her heels!
Ceremony!
I was just taking some test shots before the ceremony to check my lighting. While looking through the camera, I saw this couple waving at me. I figured that their enthusiasm deserved to be blogged. 🙂
And on to the reception!
Photographing the Hora is always exciting! I love the energy and I especially love that all of the guests are actively involved. I usually end up dancing around too….while photographing, of course. 😉
Judging from her expressions, I am fairly certain that Kim wasn’t overly thrilled about the chair lift part of the dance. She did do it though and she looked great!
Parent dances:
And, of course, the fun party shots…
Towards the end of the night, “Don’t Stop Believin'” by Journey was played. During the song, a large group gathered into a circle and started singing loudly. An “air microphone” was provided by the woman in the middle of the group. It was quite entertaining!
If you didn’t click the link above, I know you are at least humming the tune by now. Nobody can resist Journey!
Kim and Jon, congratulations again and thanks so much for letting me share in such an important day in your lives. Oh, and…. “Hold on to the Feeliiiiiin’!” 😉
Kim’s dad shared the website. These pix only begin to capture a wonderful night. Beautiful bride, enchanted groom. May Kim and Jon always look at each other the way they did on their wedding day. oxox