Erin & Griffin’s wedding was the kind of wedding I’d want if Andy & I were going to do ours over again.

Their intimate ceremony was held at Fort Hill, a stunning overlook in Eastham that is part of the National Seashore. They made their vows to one another, surrounded by their inner circle of immediate family & closest friends. The sun was shining, the air crisp with the scent of fall. And, after the “I do’s” and champagne toast on the bluff, they headed back to Griffin’s parents’ home in Orleans for an intimate catered dinner.

It was simplicity at its best! As we like to say here at bello….simply beautiful!

Cathy, Griffin’s stepmom, had first called us about photographing the wedding after a friend of hers from Santa Fe, a former Newsweek/Times photojournalist, had stumbled across our website and gave us the thumbs up. The honor in that endorsement was majorly humbling.

I first got serious about photography while working for a small newspaper as a reporter/news editor. Although most of my job involved telling stories with words, I was often given photo assignments and quickly gained enormous appreciation for photojournalism and for the photographers like Steve Heaslip, who I’d often work alongside. Although he probably never realized it, Steve was hugely influential in my desire to pursue photography full-time. I was so inspired by him and his seemingly innate ability to turn the ordinary into something extraordinary, with interesting angles & perspectives. His photographs turned everyday subjects into powerful imagery that told a story…without words. The challenge of that intrigued me…and continues to motivate me in my work.

So, these many years later, to have  Cathy’s friend, such an accomplished photojournalist, be drawn to our work is a huge compliment. (Please pass along our thanks to your friend, Cathy! And, thank you Steve for the early motivation/inspiration.)

It wasn’t until July that we finally got to meet Erin & Griffin. They were on the Cape visiting family, but live in Baltimore, Maryland.

We had such a great meeting and loved getting to know these two kind, sweet, loving, humble people. They told us they wanted their wedding to be casual, intimate and simple, with the focus squarely on the commitment they were making to one another and the new chapter they were embarking on in their lives together. The focus was squarely where it should be and we were super excited to be a part of their celebration.

Erin & Griffin’s Cape Cod wedding plans moved into high gear when they happily discovered they were expecting a baby. Their little boo will make his/her debut in December. Holla from one Sagittarian to another!

Here’s a look at some of our favorite photos from their day…

The first look. Excitement & happiness make for a great combination!

Happiness is…that moment when it hits you, “This is the person I’m about to commit my life to, and lucky me, they’re also my best friend.”

Griffin’s dad put a lot of hard work into renovating his gorgeous Asian inspired yard for the wedding. Lovin’ the bamboo backdrop for our happy couple.

After a few pics at the house, we headed to Fort Hill in Eastham for the, “I dos!”

How’s that for a view?

Sealed with a kiss…and two become one (or in this case, three…wooooo hoooo!)

The whole gang (from left to right) Griffin’s dear friends Sung Woo, Lisa & their son Greyson; Erin’s brother Steele, mom, Karen and Dad, Gary, traveled from North Carolina for the nuptials; Griffin’s mom, Jan, dad, Paul, stepmom, Cathy, and sister Amy; along with Erin’s bestie, Beth.

happy, happy, happy.

Just love the expression of complete contentment & love on Erin’s gorgeous face as Griffin tenderly grabs hold of his new bride. Yaaaay for love!

Chatting as we head to the next area for pics…so cute!

Oh glorious beach tress and yellow wildflowers, how thy doth love tho!

beachy heaven…

Love, love, love this perspective, made lovelier by Erin & Griffin’s wonderful expressions!

Bluff-tastic!

Back to the house for cocktails and dinner, but first Mr. Murphy needs a walk and a little TLC. Such a sweet ole’ fella!

A table fit for a King & Queen…with flowers by Patrice Milley and dinner by Chef Andrej Klimovsky.

Cathy, thank you so much for finding us and putting your faith in us. We hope these photos are everything you’d hoped for! And, to Erin & Griffin, thank you so much for sharing such an intimate exchange and celebration with us. We loved getting to know you both and being able to bear witness to your beautiful ceremony! We hope these photos serve as happy reminders of this exciting time in your lives for many, many love-filled years to come! Please keep us posted on baby R. Wishing you all a lifetime of happiness! Big love & hugs, Christine & Andy xoxo