Charlene & Ladd's Wedding at The State Room, Boston

I always think about how weddings are one of the few times in most people’s lives when they’ll commission art. From makeup and hair to flowers and photography, weddings are very much a creative expression of who a couple is. Charlene and Ladd’s wedding was classic, beautiful, fashionable, and fun. Their ceremony and reception were held at one of Boston’s most beautiful venues with a view of the city: The State Room.

We started the photography with some getting-ready photos at the Millennium Bostonian Hotel, which is right near Faneuil Hall. Charlene’s makeup by Tavi De La Rosa for Dani Wagener. Hair by Eva of James Joseph Salon.

Ladd waits downstairs with his groomsmen in the lobby of the Millennium Hotel. I love these two bridal photos below. Isn’t she gorgeous? I told Charlene that we’d use a sunny window to light her portraits. It’s fickle and you can’t control it, but the sun is the ultimate light. Charlene’s flowers by Sarah of Spruce Floral. Charlene and her bridesmaids walked over to meet Ladd at Christopher Columbus Park for their first look. It’s always fun walking down the street with a bride! And Fanuiel Hall was packed on this Saturday. Isn’t Charlene’s dress beautiful? “Isabella” dress by Vera Wang. Photographing on this carousel wasn’t easy! I really had to hold on for dear life… or dear cameras. I had two cameras strapped around me while I stood against a horse and held on to the pole. Don’t try this at home. The State Room has such an incredible view of the city. It’s like a constantly changing backdrop, as the light fades into night.