Beautiful Wedding at Camp Cedarcrest, CT - Dee & Kris
The stars align
I had the incredible pleasure of photographing and filming Dee and Kris's beautiful wedding, a celebration that truly reflected their unique love story and vibrant personalities. They discovered my work on Instagram, feeling an instant connection to my documentary style and heartfelt storytelling images. Dee and Kris, who fondly refer to themselves as twin flames, met in high school as bandmates but didn't see each other romantically until after college. Their stars were waiting to align!
Music plays a significant role in their lives, with Kris as a guitarist and Dee as a singer. During the cocktail hour, Dee surprised everyone, including Kris, by singing a heartfelt song dedicated to him. It was a sweet moment filled with love, laughter, and joy.
Emotional Ceremony at Camp Cedarcrest, CT
The venue, Camp Cedarcrest in Orange, CT, was a perfect choice for them. Nature is incredibly important to Dee and Kris, and the circular ceremony space in the forest made the guests feel included in their special moment.
Their wedding took place on the fall equinox, a day of great significance for them as they embarked on this new chapter of life. Despite the brisk air and a bit of rain during the outdoor ceremony, the atmosphere remained magical, with guests holding umbrellas and a beautiful bubble sendoff as Dee and Kris walked down the aisle.
Their officiant, Tiffany Blake, delivered a touching and heartfelt bespoke ceremony. One unique aspect was having guests pass around crystals imbued with good intentions for the couple to keep. Dee and Kris also lit two candles to signify their relationship as twin flames, and their romantic vows brought tears to everyone's eyes, including mine and my photo and video team.
A special touch was the inclusion of their beloved dog, Walden, in the wedding festivities. As a huge dog lover, I was thrilled to capture these moments. Dee’s talent shone through as she designed all the floral arrangements herself, a passion that has now become her profession.
One of the most memorable moments was watching Dee and Kris sing and dance with their best friends on the dance floor. Their taste in music is fantastic, and DJ Aaron with Pryme Tyme Entertainment created an unforgettable party atmosphere. I couldn’t stop myself from dancing along and having the best time!
As a photographer, it's crucial for me to connect with my couples and understand their personalities to capture their true essence. With Dee and Kris, I could show up authentically, making them feel safe and comfortable. They themselves are two of the most caring and genuine people I have ever met. The connection we made allowed me to tell their lovestory with an understanding of them and ultimately call them friends.
If you're planning a wedding and want a photographer who will connect with you and capture the authentic moments of your special day, let's get in touch. Dee and Kris’s wedding was a beautiful example of love, creativity, and heartfelt celebration, and it was an honor to be part of their journey.
Big love to the Wedding Vendors:
Venue : Camp Cedarcrest Here!
Officiant: Tiffany Zwart Here!
Day-of-Coordinator: Pink Olive Events Here!
Caterer: Bourassa Here!
DJ: Pryme Tyme Entertainment Here!
Photo/Video: Danica Paulos Photography Here!
Dress: The Wedding Embassy Here!
Suit: Ramanis Here!
Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Baltic Born Here!
Groomsmen’s Suits: Ramanis Here!
Hotel/Accommodations: Homewood Suites and Courtyard Mariott Here! Here!
Photobooth: Fizzy Memories Here!
Food Truck: Crispy Melty Here!
“My husband and I full-heartedly agreed that Danica & her team were the highlight of our Wedding! Danica was kind, thoughtful & communicative throughout the entire planning process and ensured she understood our vision and what was important to us to capture through photography & videography. Danica is a true professional who is always prepared and well connected to ensure she executed seamlessly, but most of all, Danica gave us the guidance and encouragement we needed to feel comfortable and confident from start to finish! She was our biggest cheerleader, and the energy she and her team brought truly elevated our entire Wedding Day experience, and we are forever grateful. We can recall several instances where our friends and family came up to us and said “wow your photographers are awesome - they are partying with us!” We distinctly remember Danica dancing alongside us while the music was playing, all the while capturing those candid moments of screaming lyrics at the top of our lungs. Her energy was contagious, and we felt the genuine connection she made with us, our families, our friends, and our wedding vision. Danica gave us, our families, and our wedding parties the confidence and direction we needed to capture special moments that we can treasure for years to come. Honestly, she and her team did all of the hard work for us – we were able to simply have fun! And when we received the moments she captured, we were highly impressed! Even though it rained on our special day, the photographs came out STUNNING! She truly captured our entire vision. She sent us numerous highlight photos within 24 hours of our wedding, the full album a few weeks later, & we still can’t stop looking at them and remembering the best moments of our big day! Without any reservations, Danica was the MVP of our wedding team. Most importantly, she is someone that we can call our friend. Thank you, Danica, from the bottom of our hearts for being such a special person and leaving a lasting impact on one of the most memorable days of our lives! We love you and truly cannot thank you enough! 5 Stars to Danica!”