Kerri & Josh | New London Historical Society Wedding | New London, NH

You may remember Kerri and Josh from their engagement session this past winter. The bride and groom were married at the New London Historical Society over Labor Day Weekend. It was one of the most beautiful and personal weddings I've witnessed. The happy couple could not have had a more perfect New England day, with sunny, blue skies, and late summer warmth. Kerri planned every detail with personal touches, making most of the beautiful decor by hand and putting thought into every small decision along the way. It did not go unnoticed and was deeply appreciated by her wedding party, her guests, and her vendors. 

When both Kerri and Josh referenced "Planet of the Apes" during their vows, which they saw on their first date, they had everyone laughing. They also shared many tears as they touched on all the happy moments throughout their relationship and the love they promised to share for the rest of their lives. Even I was sobbing behind my camera! 

Things got wild during the reception! There was a conga line, a handle of fireball being passed around the dance floor, and the mother of the groom cutting a bridesmaid's dress in half! Needless to say, this was a very memorable affair start to finish. Congrats to my lifelong friend, Kerri, and her new husband, Josh, on the wonderful start of their marriage!

Getting Ready Venue: New London Inn

Wedding Venue: New London Historical Society

Catering: Alan's of Boscawen

Makeup: Savanah Tsang / Emily Diggins

Hair Styling: Hair by KG

Dress: Maggie Sottero

Officiant: Diane DeSimone

DJ: Music Fantasy Weddings

Cake: Cakes By Becky

Eliza & Eric | In Home Couples Session | Hollywood, CA

For years, I've been trying to get my youngest sister, Eliza, and her boyfriend, Eric, in front of my camera. On a recent trip out to Los Angeles, it finally happened! 

These two are so cute together, completely compatible, and beyond GORGEOUS. It's actually quite difficult for me to find the right words to write about them. When this session happened on a sunny Saturday afternoon, I had no idea that Eric had already chosen an absolutely stunning diamond ring for my sister and would be proposing a few days later! They enjoy staying home on the weekends, watching movies, doing puzzles, and caring for their adopted dogs, Walter and Zoe. Just like their couples session, and a lot of their relationship, Eric's proposal was quiet, very personal and took place at home.

We are thrilled to welcome this amazing man to our family! I am so excited to help Eliza plan her wedding, as she is doing for me as my Maid of Honor, best friend, and sister! Congratulations to this very happy and special couple. I love you both!

Laura & Doug | Loreley Beer Garden Wedding | New York, NY

Laura and Doug are easily one of the most down-to-earth and fun couples I've ever photographed. On the Fourth of July they came in to have a drink at the dive bar I work at part time. We clicked almost instantly, and as our casual conversation turned to wedding planning, I learned they were searching for a photographer! 

On the day of their wedding, the groom dropped off the sweetest present for the bride made up of items from a dollar store. He included a card which read, "Morning Beautiful" (the first text he sent her the day after their first date) and explained how much he was looking forward to showering her with cheap gifts on this day for the rest of their lives. It was perfectly thoughtful and had us all in tears. From that point, I knew this day was going to be filled with so much love, laughter, and personality. 

All the men in their families grew out beards, at the groom's request, and took a trip over to the local barbershop for trims, just across the street. This place had serious pizazz and all the guys came out looking so fresh. The bride and her ladies sipped champagne while having their hair and makeup done. Once everyone was ready, we all took a stroll around the Lower East Side for portraits before their ceremony. 

Loreley Beer Garden was the perfect place for Laura & Doug to host their intimate wedding. There were many highlights of the day, including a best man speech inspired by The Fast and the Furious series that had everyone laughing, three delicious food bars (Bavarian, Tacos, Sliders), all the beer inspired details, and the deep love and affection shared by this awesome couple.

Congrats to Laura & Doug! Wishing you many years of happiness, softball, and pints of beer!

Vendors:

Getting Ready Venues: Off Soho Suites / Freeman's Sporting Club

Wedding Venue & Catering: Loreley Beer Garden 

Styling & Coordination : Jack and Grace Events

Hair Styling: Appease Inc.

Dress: Adrianna Papell

Suit: Men's Warehouse

Officiant: Judges for Love

LAUNCH DAY

This personal project has been a long time coming. I am so excited to present my new website for Kate Alison Photography! I worked very closely with Kristen, of Kristen Poissant Studio, to create this beautiful, colorful rebrand of my wedding & portrait work. 

The goal of rebranding was to make sure my couples know exactly who and what they are getting when they book their wedding or portrait session. My images are full of love, life, color, personality, and sometimes glitter! It is so important to connect with your photographer and I want everyone I work with to know how special and unique you are. My work represents love of all kinds and telling a story with images is my true passion. 

Thank you to Kristen for bringing my vision to life, to Candace for my branding image session, to Megan of Art By Megan, and the rest of my Rising Tide Society community for their unwavering support, and of course, my love, Olivia. Couldn't have done any of it without you! Welcome to the newer, brighter, shinier Kate Alison Photography!

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As an even bigger thank you, all full wedding collections for 2017/2018 are 10% off when booked by September 30, 2017. 

Cover image of Kate & Olivia by Whom Studio.