We’ve photographed weddings at some beautiful churches over the years. Portland’s Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception: Boston’s St. Leonard’s in the North End; and St. Andrew’s by the Sea in Rye, NH are some of our all-time favorites. But they all have one fatal flaw – none of these traditional ceremony sites serve beer!
Rachel and Billy solved this huge dilemma by renting their favorite brewery for a few hours, and starting their wedding day with a trip to a pub. Genius, right? A pre-party party.
After beers everyone headed over to their reception at a brand new venue in the Biddeford/Saco mill complex, the Forge on the Falls.
I hope you love the pictures – I had a great time at this wedding creating them! Will
At Island Dog Brewing
Wedding details at Island Dog Brewery
Hair and makeup for Rachel
Rachel wore a red dress – a surprise for everyoneBilly putting on his suitAfter a first look, Rachel pinned Billy’s boutenniere for him.Rachel and BillyThe men, heading into the ceremony at the Island DogFor the ceremony, Rachel changed into – WHITE! This is actually the same dress, and she ordered it in two colors.Choosing to have your ceremony at a brewery shows true love – for beer! Rachel and Billy even incorporated the Island Dog’s beer into their wedding ceremony. Rachel’s favorite beer, and Billy’s favorite beer, joined together to create something new.Before heading out to the Saco Mill for the reception, we shot a few more portraits in the beautiful pastoral yard that is….the Island Dog’s parking lot. It looks pretty, right?
The Forge on the Falls!
The terrace at the York, Saco, and Pepperell mill’s complexA hidden wall-garden at the Pepperell mill. Thank you Fausto from Blue Elephant for bringing us over here!Back at the Forge, Billy and Rachel had their first dance, and Rachel changed her dress again!!!
Late night photos outside the Forge
Rachel and Billy had a sparkler send-off – with led rave wands!
Rachael & Billy
Thank you for sharing your wedding day with us, So Beautiful What a good looking couple. We wish you happiness lots of fun @ love foreach other. Remember it takes two with lots of give & take & much understanding for one another. Love you to the Moon & Back. Happiness Always. Shashi & Jeanne🥰💕💕🥰😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️ 🙏🙏🙏 We Love You Cha & Jeanne Aunts)