August 20th, 2010
Melissa and David were married this past weekend at the always-wonderful Glen Manor House in Portsmouth, RI. My good friend, Dave, was my second photographer for the day. It was the perfect day for a wedding, with the weather sunny and comfortable and the grounds looking fantastic. Glen Manor really does a nice job making things as perfect as possible for their couples!
Everything happened right on site – and because of that – we had plenty of time for family portraits, bridal party portraits, and photographs with just Melissa and David. They ended the evening with something I have never seen and can safely say I’ll never see again – A bride with a potato gun. A wedding gift from her uncle, she fired it off over the bay to test it out as the sun went down.
These are just a few of my favorite images.
It was a great day – and thanks so much to Melissa and David for having me there to celebrate their marriage!
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August 16th, 2010
Kristin and Daryl were married on a picture perfect day at Bittersweet Farm over in Westport, Massachusetts. Bittersweet Farm is a gorgeous piece of land tucked away in a quiet corner of Massachusetts. Beautiful grounds and a fantastic hall inside made it the perfect place for Kristin and Daryl to tie the knot!
We started over at the Hampton Inn with Kristin and the ladies while they were finishing preparing for the big day, then arrived at the Farm for some bridal portraits and some images of Kristin with all her girls. The ceremony began just as the sunlight was streaking over the tree tops, providing for a creamy, warm light for the processional. It was a very moving ceremony, with Kristin and Daryl reciting their personalized vows to each other.
After the ceremony, we took some family portraits in the fading sunlight with enough light left in the sky for some awesome images around the property with just Kristin and Daryl. Then they went inside for an evening of dinner and dancing. It all ended with fireworks outside under the stars. What a great night! Thanks so much, Kristin and Daryl, for inviting me to share in such a wonderful day!
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August 10th, 2010
I had the privilege to photograph some good friends of mine last week. They’re getting married next month and in the final stages of planning their big day. We met late one afternoon near the Towers in Narragansett and found some great locations, ending up down on Newton Rock off Ocean Road for a few final images around sunset. Thanks for a great time, guys, I’m really looking forward to your wedding next month!
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August 6th, 2010
Here’s just a few images today of a little different subject matter. I’m normally posting engagement sessions and weddings all summer, but I wanted to post a few of the newest addition to the Brad Smith Photography family. Michael is home with us now after a lengthy stay in the NICU up in Providence. These are some images I snapped of him while playing earlier this week. Enjoy. More weddings and e-sessions to come!
(Sneeze!)
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July 21st, 2010
Corrie and Matt spent some time with me last week walking around beautiful East Greenwich, RI while we captured some images to celebrate their engagement. We started in the downtown area, in search of a more urban look, then stopped off at Goddard Park, and finally the beach at the very end of Ives Road. It was a great evening – and I’m really looking forward to photographing their wedding this October! Thanks Corrie & Matt!
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July 19th, 2010
I had the pleasure of photographing yet another wonderful couple last week – Kara and Nick. Nick is stationed overseas in the military and won’t be back until just before their wedding this November. We spent some time walking around the beautiful grounds of Sakonnet Vineyards in Little Compton, RI – a place Kara and Nick enjoy visiting together. They had live music on the lawn the night we went, it made such an impression that I decided to take my wife there the very next Thursday to celebrate our wedding anniversary. After we left the vineyard, we drove down to the Southern-most point in Little Compton to catch the sunset over the water. What a beautiful evening! Thanks to Kara and Nick for being such an in-love couple, you really make my job easy! I’m really looking forward to your wedding this November!
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July 5th, 2010
(The above image was taken by my fantastic second shooter, Robyn)
I was down in Montclair, NJ last weekend for Karima and Jack’s wedding. It was held at the Montclair Art Museum which was the perfect place for a wedding celebration. The bride and groom both got ready at the Westminster Hotel nearby. They opted for a quick “first look” where Karima appeared from around the corner, and Jack was able to see her for the first time in her wedding dress. We spent some time exploring the town and making some images with their family and bridal party before the ceremony. The ceremony was wonderful, with Jack and Karima both deciding to write their own vows. The sprinkles holding off until about a minute after it ended. A great celebration followed with dinner and dancing – the kids were even dancing on the stage with the band for much of the evening! Thanks Karima and Jack for giving me the opportunity to share in your day with you!
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June 29th, 2010
I drove down to beautiful Narragansett, RI for some family portraits several days ago. We had some wonderfully warm summer evening light. I had a great time chasing the kids around – and was most definitely worn out by the end of the session! Thanks for a fun time!
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June 11th, 2010
(the above image was taken by fantastic second shooter, Dave Field)
The groom trying to get used to the new accessory on his finger. I love the awkward fidgeting that so many grooms get once that ring is on.
I think the above image may be my favorite from the day. I love the light peeking over the Aldrich and the way that it back lights Michelle and Steven.
(above: Dave Field)
Tornado warnings were in effect for the Rhode Island area last Saturday. When do we ever have tornado warnings? At very least it was supposed to be a day full of thunderstorms and rain. Turns out, the day was perfect. The afternoon light was great – and the rain (and associated severe weather) held off!
I’d been looking forward to this wedding for a long time, as the Aldrich Mansion is a beautiful venue and the couple was wonderful. The day started at the Biltmore Hotel in Providence where the ladies got ready practically huddled around the weather channel radar loop. A few images were taken upstairs on the top floor, overlooking the beautiful city of Providence, then they were off to Aldrich Mansion for the ceremony and the rest of the celebration.
Michelle & Steven – Thanks so much for having me along on your wedding day – and best wishes to you both!
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May 26th, 2010
Maybe a little nervous here, but …
Once Alexandra was together with Dylan, it all seemed to slip away.
I love this last shot!
Alexandra and Dylan were married this past weekend in a beautiful ceremony in Westerly, Rhode Island. The day started with the girls getting ready on the third floor of a wonderful house down in the Avondale neighborhood, then made their way to Saint Claire’s Church. After the ceremony, we left to take some shots at the beach, right in the heart of Watch Hill. A super fun reception followed with formals at the 11th hole, overlooking the foggy golf course, and of course, plenty of dancing and celebration!
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