Halloween CT Style

When I got an email from Mary asking if I had plans for halloween I'm not going to lie I did a happy dance.  She was planning a halloween party, costumes required.  I was all in and as we watched Super Storm Sandy attack the east coast I worried if this might be a no power halloween party. Luckily they were spared anything crazy here in New Haven and the party was on!  I got to finally meet some facebook friends in person and make them real life friends.  We drank wine, watched scary movies, ate lots of yummy food and even though there were no trick-or-treaters (the neighborhood postponed halloween trick-or-treating until next week because of the storm) we still went all out with costumes and of course we had to do lots of photos- editorial style and all.  Justin and Mary are planning to post some of the real photos on their blog so you can check that out here, and in the mean time enjoy a few instagrams from one of the best halloweens in my book!

How did you spend your halloween? Did you dress up? Was there a party? Scary Movies?  Sound off in that comments section down there and someone is going to win a $10 itunes card!

XOXO Spring

Whitney's Inn Wedding: Heather & Phil

Heather and I sat till long after dark, sipping wine, talking about pretty much every subject under the sun.  We talked like we were old friends even though we had just met.  Over the year before their wedding Heather we stayed in touch talking about their wedding and the newest addition to the family, Baby Kennedy.  They were so excited to have her as a part of their wedding and I was so excited to meet this beautiful baby girl after hearing so much about her! On their wedding day they were surrounded by friends and family and even a little furry black bear who decided to play wedding crasher.  The sun was warm and golden the perfect complement to the crisp October afternoon.

Date: October 13, 2012 Venue: Whitney's Inn Jackson, NH Florist- Dutch Bloemenwinkel Video: Ellis River Media Cake: The Sugar Maker Bakery Hair/Makeup- Debony Salon Photography: Spring Smith Studios

Fryeburg, ME Family Portraits: The Hibbard Family

With this family I always know I'm going to get genuine smiles and fun.  When Stephanie and Chris asked me if I could do a mini-session for them on a different day because on each of the day we had them scheduled one or the other of them were going to be out of town.  So we found a day that worked for all of our schedules and met up at The Oxford House Inn.  They have such a great setting and we had the perfect afternoon sun!  I can't believe how much their kids have grown in the past year and it was so much fun to see these kids smile the moment I showed up, they even wanted to take a few photos themselves and you''ll see one of them below! Thanks guys for finding the time to come hang out and play in front of my camera again, it's always a pleasure!!! XOXO Spring

*This next image was taken by Liam pushing the button while I held the camera- not too shabby :)

Stone Mountain Art's Center Wedding: Lindsey & Erik

She might have been a little nervous but her smile and grace masked it perfectly.  His smile was ear to ear from the moment he arrived, there was no hiding his excitement.  Their love permeated every aspect of the day through their quick glances, their long stairs, their loving kisses and their "I do's".  Lindsey and Erik were lucky enough to have the fall colors in full swing and some beautiful soft light on their wedding day. Stone Mountain is quickly becoming one of my favorite venues with is rustic charm, wonderful food and it helps that I know most of the staff (a side affect of seeing shows there at least once a month for the past few years).  Lindsey and Erik had a perfect wedding and I was so lucky to be there and document the whole thing!

XOXO Spring

Date: October 7, 2012 Venue: Stone Mountain Art's Center, Brownfield ME Florist- Jackie Gardner DJ-  Dan Dibiase Cake: Vintage Baking Co. Hair/Makeup- The Cut Off Salon Photography: Spring Smith Studios

Waterville Valley Wedding: Brianne & Kif

Kif says he isn't photogenic and has his own version of the "Chandler smile", you know that super awkward, cheesy grin?  Well I think I've proven that not only does he have a great natural smile but that when his beautiful wife is by his side the look on his face is anything but cheesy. Brianne & Kif may not have gotten the sunny day that most people hope for on their wedding day but they got wonderful fall colors and more love then anyone could hope for. These two are so much fun and every part of their wedding was upbeat, entertaining and full of smiles!  Thanks so much guys for allowing me to be a part of your day.  I wish you all the best and can't wait for you to come up to North Conway again for a visit!

XOXO Spring

Date: October 6, 2012 Venue: Waterville Valley Florist- Jacques Flower Shop Dress- Essense of Australia DJ-  Garrett Doe from Get Down Tonight Hair/Makeup- Melissa Proulx, The White Willow Salon and Day Spa Photography: Spring Smith Studios