In my line of work I tend to see wedding dates falling most frequently in the summer months or ones that coincide with days that match months and years (9-9-09…). That being said, Halloween weddings are a bit of a nontraditional place in my world. Season Hamilton and Glenn Thornton were the perfect couple to break this unconventional status quo with their October 31st wedding. These two brought a breath of fresh air into my often unvarying routine. Don’t get me wrong, every wedding that I’ve photographed thus far has been an absolute joy. However, I tend to get a little more wide-eyed with destination and unique weddings.
It was a warm overcast Hallows Eve afternoon when we first caught a glimpse of Season and her father strolling down the walkway of Kathryn Albertson Park.
Season joined Glenn at the alter with officiant, Jake Schizel
Touching handwritten vows were given by both Season and Glenn
Season made a fitting boutonniere for Glenn signifying his passion for music
Guess what, they made this beautiful bouquet too!
Shoes’n'Socks
After the ceremony, I grabbed Season and Glenn for a few couples shots at various textural locations downtown
Season and Glenn took a break from the wedding day activities to hang at their room in the Grove Hotel the post ceremony session. The reception ensued several hours later in the evening at the chic Fifty-one Fifteen clothing boutique. Tina Maxwell rents this great space out at a super affordable price. Check them out off of Orchard on Gage Street. Following in the Halloween spirit, a line of S&G lanterns led the way to the entrance of Fifty-one Fifteen.
A eerie mad scientist invited guests in at the entrance with a framed version of Season and Glenn’s wedding invitation sitting close beside
Aged yet relevant images of Season and Glenn’s parent’s wedding gave a glimpse into their family history as they hung by clothes pins throughout the store
A fun make-shift photo booth with masks and mustaches invited guests in for a fun quick pic
A magnificent Corpse Bride cake caught everyones attention. And yes, it tasted as good as it looked!
Glenn and Season toasted to their family and friends for joining them on such a special day
Season keeping Glenn in check
Fellow friend Mark Beaver ran the tunes to get people movin
Glenn wasn’t afraid to showcase his air guitar genius
Or his air saxophone skills
Season picked up a few pointers from her new nephew
Ring Pops all around!
Time for those pesky shoes to come off
The first dance
Followed by an epic air guitar solo
Ahh, the bouquet toss. You never know how it’s going to turn out
A little carnage never hurt anyone
Especially when they’re still friends after all is said and done
I can’t thank Season and Glenn enough for bringing me on board for their wedding. Their smiles, inviting attitudes, great friends and warm family made this truly a special Halloween that I will not soon forget!
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November 16, 2009 at 7:42 pm |
Bravo! You did a great job!!!!