Jason + Carissa | Bowdoinham Wedding Reception

Phew, this summer has felt like a whirlwind so far! It’s hard to believe it’s only July and I am already starting to think about 2019 weddings (including my own)! I love staying busy, so all the fun has been completely worthwhile. I have photographed so many amazing weddings, both on my own and alongside […]

July 16, 2018

Weddings

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Adam & Sarah | Cliff House Elopement

“I take you as you are, loving who you are now and who you are yet to become.” This past Sunday was an elopement to remember. Adam and Sarah married at Cliff House in Cape Neddick. I would recommend this venue for any wedding, big or small! The view of the ocean is breathtaking, and […]

June 6, 2018

Weddings

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Harmony Hill Farm Inspiration Shoot | Maine Barn Wedding

This styled shoot feels like it has been forever in the making! When I first talked to Tammy at Harmony Hill Farm in Warren, all I had was an idea and a Pinterest board of inspiration. Since then, it evolved into a wonderful collaboration and help from great vendors that made it come to life! […]

May 26, 2018

Weddings

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Ideal Engagement Session Locations in Midcoast Maine

Choosing the prime location is an important aspect of any engagement session! Whether you’re a bride/groom-to-be or a photographer, finding the right location can be a challenge. I put together a list of some of my favorite places in the midcoast Maine region. If you are new to the area or looking for some fresh […]

May 15, 2018

Educational

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25 Fun (Mostly Useless) Facts About Melissa

I love knowing the little things about people that don’t immediately meet the eye. Like their favorite kind of ice cream (cookie dough, in my case!) or a weird habit they had as a child (number 23 is a good example of that…). The things that make us unique can be the same things that […]

May 7, 2018

Personal

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Chris & Tish | Pemaquid Point Engagement Session

As the weather warms up and snow melts, it is becoming clear that spring is finally HERE! To say I’m excited is an understatement. Spring means I am closer to another exciting, busy wedding season. In the meantime, I get to shoot engagement sessions for tons of my awesome 2018 and 2019 couples! I met […]

April 12, 2018

Pemaquid Point Engagement Session

Engagements

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Dogs and Engagement Sessions | 5 Tips for a Stress-Free Photoshoot

If you ever email me asking if you can include your dog in your engagement session, the immediate answer is “YES!”. As a dog lover and a photographer, having them be a part of any session is a no-brainer. That being said, as anyone with a dog knows, they can be a handful to photograph. […]

April 4, 2018

Educational

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An Acadia Winter Elopement | Bar Harbor Styled Shoot

Normal people celebrate their birthday by having a party with all their friends or going out for dinner and drinks. What do I do on my birthday? Drive 3 hours to Acadia National Park for a styled wedding photo shoot! Duh. A few weeks ago I discovered this opportunity, planned by Emily of Elusive Photography. She […]

March 21, 2018

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David & Elaine | A Bug Light Engagement Session

David and Elaine met me at Bug Light Park in South Portland on a freezing cold day in January. One of the biggest downfalls of living in Maine are the winters. If you are into skiing or snowmobiling, it’s great. If you’re a photographer, things can be a little rough! With layers on layers on layers, […]

February 12, 2018

Engagements

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The Best Wedding Advice Ever

The first few days after getting engaged feel like a whirlwind.  It is all excitement, happiness, and responding to Facebook messages. Then the realization sets in that its time to PLAN A WEDDING! I headed to Facebook and asked the MGP family what the best wedding advice they had gotten and was completely overwhelmed with […]

February 5, 2018

Educational, Weddings

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