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Julie + Keith : Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding

Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -104There are some weddings that I can’t wait for them to get here.  But then they come, they’re perfect, and then I’m so sad they’re over.  Julie and Keith’s Annapolis Maritime Museum wedding is one that I have been looking forward to for a really long time.  Ever since their engagement session, I couldn’t wait to get them back in front of my camera.  I knew that Julie was going to be stunning and that Keith was going to look oh so handsome.  They have a chemistry that can’t be denied and I knew that they would put together one amazing wedding.
Julie and Keith met when they were in 6th grade but, like many couples I’ve come across, didn’t start dating until much later in life.  For Julie and Keith, they were best friends all through high school and college and it definitely shows when you see how much fun they have together and how they truly are each other’s best friend.  While their wedding day was full of great moments, my absolute favorite was when Julie was walking down the aisle.  As soon as the doors opened and Julie appeared, Keith’s face turned into one huge smile.  But just as quick as that smile came, it turned into biting his lip to try and hold back tears.  The sound of waves lapping up against the side of the museum underneath the dock below us were heard as his beautiful best friend was walking towards him.  Then turning to see Julie and seeing the tears in her eyes as she walked towards Keith, the breeze from the water blowing her veil around.  It was pure perfection.
Julie and Keith love being on the water so getting married in Annapolis, one of their favorite towns, was a no-brainer.  The Maritime Museum provided the perfect place, allowing them to get married with the water below their feet and sailboats passing by, the bay bridge magnificently standing off in the distance.  Throughout the day they kept saying how lucky they were for having this beautiful day and place to say I do.  They high-fived saying “we did good”……..Julie and Keith, you guys did more than good.  You killed it…..home run.  Can you get married every year so I can come back??  😉Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -1Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -2Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -3Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -7Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -13Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -8Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -9Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -10Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -5Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -14Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -17Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -19Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -21Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -22Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -23Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -24Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -25Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -28Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -29Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -32Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -35Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -36Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -37Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -39Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -40Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -42Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -43Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -45Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -52Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -54Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -58Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -61Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -62I seriously just had to share the photo on the right because it cracks me up.  Amy don’t hate me!!!Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -63Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -65Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -71Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -72Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -74Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -75Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -76Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -78Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -81Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -83Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -84Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -86Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -87Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -89Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -92Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -93Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -94Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -77Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -96Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -98Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -99Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -100Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -101Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -102Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -107Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -109Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -116Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -119Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -120Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -46Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -47Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -49Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -50Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -122Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -110Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -112Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -113Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -123Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -126Annapolis Maritime Museum Wedding -128The hard working professionals that made this day possible:
Venue: Annapolis Maritime Museum
Catering: Saucy Salamandar
DJ: CJ Curtis of Crow Entertainment
Photographer: Lauren C Photography
Hair / Makeup: Behind the Veil
Flowers: Violets by Connie Clark
Cupcakes: Kirsten’s Cakery
Bridal gown shop: Simone’s Unlimited
Stationary: Wedding Paper Divas
Linens: Rentals to Remember

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  • JENNIFERSeptember 18, 2015 - 6:51 am

    Why does it seem like you always get to photograph the most beautiful people on the planet? This wedding is AMAZING and I love every moment that you captured. And you’re right- that gray wall is perfect! You rocked it!ReplyCancel

  • LetaSeptember 18, 2015 - 8:48 am

    Gorgeous couple and amazing details. Must have been so much fun to capture. Love the black & white images and awesome location. Incredible couple. Love how they meet so young, you can feel the life long friendship with the wedding party too!ReplyCancel

  • MadisonSeptember 18, 2015 - 8:53 am

    OHHHHH! The Maritime Museum will always be one of my favorites! I love this whole wedding!ReplyCancel

  • NatalieSeptember 18, 2015 - 9:24 am

    I absolutely love this wedding! And the Maritime Museum is such a gorgeous venue!ReplyCancel

  • Lauren SwannSeptember 18, 2015 - 9:45 am

    I love that ring shot!! So pretty, Lauren!!ReplyCancel

  • BreaSeptember 18, 2015 - 9:55 am

    LOL I love the shot of the little boy picking his nose. Good job 😛 These are gorgeous! She’s seriously the most beautiful bride. The party looks like it was a blast!ReplyCancel

  • DaniSeptember 18, 2015 - 10:49 am

    So pretty, chica!! Love their portraits so much, especially the ones back by the boats!ReplyCancel

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