Barry and Gentian were married in the Congregational Church in Old Lyme. The day started at Gentian's family home photographing the bouquets that Gentian created and grabbing a few getting ready photographs (while trying not to be in the way!) of Gentian, her bridesmaids, and her brother who was having quite a time figuring out the bow tie. 
Gentian applying the finishing touches. 
Moments before walking down the aisle. Gentian just looked so beautiful and natural in this light. 
We first met Gentian over a year ago in our gallery. She was attending one of our openings that her mother (Angie, below) was a featured artist in. We're a little in awe of this family. Angie Falstrom is an international prize winning watercolorist, and John, her father, used his own printing press for all the wedding invitations and other graphic design work in the wedding (see previous blog post). Gentian was working up until the last minute making their wedding cake and putting all the flowers arrangements together for the church ceremony and reception venue. Right after the wedding she and Barry were moving to Nashville where Barry is then going back to school for his MBA...whew! 
One of us always tries to capture the groom's face when he sees his bride for the first time. We loved the look of delight on Barry's face. 
The reception followed at Mystic Aquarium! It was our first time photographing there. Cocktails were outside and there were plenty of surprises!
Gentian and Barry's wedding party was a super fun group of friends who kept us all laughing. 
Gentian's father taking it all in.
I have to smile every time I look at this next series of photos. Honestly, the beluga whale must have a sense of humor. It broke up Gentian and Barry every time it made a pass.
Rick doesn't usually ask people to jump for us...I think this may have been a first, but this group as you can see was clearly up for it! 
Toasts can be very moving. Rick and I always seem to learn something about our couples that we never knew before and this time was no exception. It was a treat to hear about Gentian's funny seal bark and it was even better when we actually did hear it!
Gentian's father's moves surprised everybody!
Barry with his very happy mother. 
Rick always takes the best dancing photos. Even in a low light situation, his work always looks amazing!
This is the cake that Gentian made! Note the blue color of the cake to go with her aquatic theme and the little coral and fish designs. It could not have been more perfect for their day!
Barry and Gentian, it was an honor to photograph your wedding day! Best wishes in your new life together in Tennessee.
