When Jen first called me and asked if I was available for their wedding date (also my birthday), I didn’t hesitate for a second. I have been dying to shoot at the Mavimon since I first heard of it, about 3 years ago. The fact that it was for an awesome couple with great style and warm hearts made it even more appealing to me.
I get to shoot a lot of weddings, and each one is so special in it’s own way, but somehow I knew Jen and Patrick’s wedding would be extra, extra special. And I wasn’t disappointed. This wedding wasn’t about fancy decor or an ocean-view locale; instead, it was about two people sharing their version of a perfect wedding. And, I have to say, it was absolutely perfect for this delightful couple.
Jen’s vintage dress and fabulous Prada heels -
The bride got ready with the help of her closest friends -
Jen and Patrick chose to see eachother before their ceremony, so that they could greet each of their guests as they arrived. Here are a couple shots from their “first look.”
This is probably one of my favorite images that I’ve ever shot -
And one for the Groom -
Jen and Patrick didn’t want a traditional ceremony. Instead, they chose to gather their friends and family in the courtyard of the Marvimon and conduct an impromptu and totally unscripted ceremony, complete with their two dads, who officiated.
Their dad’s pronounced them husband and wife in unison – it was really an incredible moment!
And the kiss!
Some details of the fabulous venue -
I loved the simple, but totally stylish flowers -
And a couple more of the fantastic couple! -
To Jen and Patrick: It was a birthday I will never forget! Thank you for being you!
delightfully,
Chenin
beautiful work, chenin! this is one of my fav venues too!
xoxo
WOW So Beautiful! I love it! You’re amazing!!
Holy adorableness! Could they be any cuter? Love the venue too. You did a great job! I’m in love with the groom’s attire. Too fun!
That seriously is the most gorgeous, cool, unique, awesome, super fabulous dream wedding ever. What an absolute treat for a photographer! Great images! I’d die to shoot a wedding like this.
beautiful. i just love to see how every photographer sees things so differently, and is inspired by different personalities, venues, moments. it is what makes the work of somebody who is truly inspired so special. you can tell this was one of those moments for you! love your work, love your passion.
Great chemistry between you and the couple! I could totally see how much you enjoyed photographing them since their engagement pics. Beautiful work!
oooh . . the pictures are wonderful, and perfect aesthetic match to the feel of the venue.
Soo stinkin’ jealous. That is the coolest couple and neatest venue ever. Hope your birthday was swell and that you are feeling foxy despite the bun that you got cookin’! We need some updated pics of ya. Gotta bump yet?
Ok, seriously. The cutest couple ever! I love his bowtie and her dress& heels are freakin’ to die for! Beautiful, beautiful images!
WOW! I am all goosebumpy! What a beautiful wedding and a sweet couple and I LOVE LOVE LOVE her vintage dress. Your photos are STUNNING. Great work.
Everything about this wedding is amazing. The dress, the venue, and especially the photographer! These images are gorgeous!
oh my gawd! she is STUNNING!!! i love their wedding!!! fab photos as always
I don’t know how to describe it exactly, but the look and feel of this wedding is amazing. And those tilt shift portraits are insane, I’m in love with them.
Wow, what a location. The shots from their first look are absolutely stunning. Looks like you had a good birthday
Great images Chenin!
I started to cry with the ceremony shots. Beautiful!!
I LOVE this wedding Chenin! And I love the Marvimon! Gorgeous job.
Wow..what a super unique amazing wedding. Ugg….they are going to love these to death! Great work!
Good God, Chenin! Could you be any more awesome??? These are so FLIPPIN amazing I cannot stand it! Seriously??? Story told! You did AWESOME wit this!!!!
My gosh, this wedding is just the most gorgeous thing ever. And that kiss – SO SO beautiful! I feel all goosebumpy and gooey. Well done Chenin!
Awesome work Chenin. You truly captured the personality of this lovely couple.
Keith
GREAT!!!!! It looks like your really captured the looks the were going for!!! What a cool vintage wedding !! Just amazing!!!
That sounds like a really interesting, unusual wedding. Your photos are so evocative and atmospheric.
I want to hug them, they’re so cute!
These are so very beautiful, their love shines through each shot and you captured it wonderfully.
Some of your best work and some of the most touching wedding photos I’ve ever seen.
Lovely work, Chenin!
These are all so gorgeous!!! What an amazing venue and I love the couple’s style! old clawfoot bathtub in a garden….tons of old textures….drooling!
Wow. That is a gorgeous venue. I love that they had a totally casual ceremony put on by their dads. That is a really great idea!
WOW! You could not have shot this wedding more PERFECTLY! I LOVE it. Nice job capturing this couple!
Vintage Gold! I love it!
what a fun looking couple! amazing style! great marriage of styles.
the wedding looked like a blast! they look so, so happy
I got goosebumps reading about the wedding, and then seeing your images. Wow.
Does anyone know where the beautiful dress came from??!! And what fabulous photos..
great! the pictures are so beautiful. good style! and: my wedding is in may 2010 and I’m looking for a dress like hers. can anyone help me? where did the beautiful bride buy this dress?
great! the pictures are so beautiful. good style. can anyone tell me where jen bought this dress? my wedding is in may 2010…
WOW, the bride, the dress, the setting and the photos are gorgeous! I just bought a similar dress at Paris 1900 in Santa Monica for my fall wedding.
WOW, the bride, the dress, the setting and the photos are gorgeous! I just bought a similar dress at Paris 1900 in Santa Monica for my fall wedding.
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Absolutely love, love, love the vintage dress, she is gorgeous! Beautiful photography! Beautiful memories!!
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