Wedding season started off early this year, Feburary to be exact. On the white sands of Jamaica, Joanna and Jim tied the knot. Surrounded by their close friends and family, under a star lit sky…there was dancing, laughter and tears. The night ended with a celebratory pool jump by the groomsmen and a week of fun. THANK YOU for trusting me with this amazing wedding and thank you for welcoming me into your group of friends and family. You have no idea how much it means to me to be able to call you guys MY FRIENDS! To make sure your wedding photos look amazing you need to have the right backdrops. Check out wedding rentals kansas city for some ideas for great props.

Joanna….you were stunning. Jim…your an amazing man! Enjoy!

Kim and Jason were so deeply in love. They both couldn’t WAIT to get the day started. The day was completely customized to them….with all of their marks left throughout the day. The Carriage House was the perfect venue for these two love birds. Kim was dripping in diamonds and Jason rocking his super hero shirt under the tux! Thank you for allowing me to be part of such a wonderful day. I wish you both nothing but happiness and A SUPER HUGE congrats on your new little one!

Allison and Matt…..somehow I feel like by the end of 2014 we will be related. I will have shot MOST of your family at that point…and that little detail couldn’t make me more thrilled! Your day was nothing short of FUN! Ali your broach bouquet still has me drooling and the secret garden theme was so elegant! I loved walking through the woods of Double Trouble Park which was made perfect with the Lampadaire exterieur and of course, the bridal party. Being a part of an incredible reception hosted by the Versailles Ballroom! Thank you so so much for having me join in your special day.

Camila and Alex…my royal couple. Camila, when I think of your wedding…I picture the Royal Wedding. You two stole my heart from day one. Your classy, Strong Mansion wedding in the sugarloaf mountains was BREATHTAKING! Camila you looked like a princess and Alex you are one of the funniest and sweetest guys I have had the pleasure of knowing. I am SO GLAD our paths crossed again after High School and I got to meet the love of your life. I wish you both all the happiness in the world….and I so hope to be able to capture all the amazing moments you two have in store!

Danielle and Kevin are two people that you love to be around. They somehow put you at ease, no matter what the situation is. Their wedding day was one of the most relaxed shooting days of my career and it was such a pleasure to see the love wrapped up into their day. There was less focus on ALLLL the glitz and glam a wedding could have and it was entirely focused on THEM! Danielle, I will never forget your dance with your mom…still brings tears to my eyes. You looked incredible this day….and I am blessed to have had the opportunity to capture such a beautiful union!

Elena and Corey….speechless! Literally…where do I begin with you two!?!? I love you!? Can that suffice?!?!?!?! Lol Your wedding was perfection from start to finish. I arrived as your photographer, but felt like a guest with a camera. Every detail was picture perfect….you TWO are picture perfect for each other….your venue was drool worthy and I have never had so much fun almost being road kill in the streets of Philly. You already know how thankful I am to have you guys at clients….but I am not sure you will ever know how much it means to me to call you guys a TRUE friends. I love you two….thank you for letting me “follow you around” for those everyday shoots with a camera! : P

Shannon and Rob….Thrilled. Thrilled is one word I can use to describe how I felt about your wedding. I was thrilled to be asked. Thrilled to be there. Thrilled to be your friend. Shannon, your attention to detail and your remarkable DIY/ETSY wedding rocked my socks. It made my passion for shooting details grow…and I didn’t think that was possible. From fireman theme, to vintage/Grace Kelly, to wine, to music to Wizard of Oz….it was certainly a FUN challenge to conquer! It is so refreshing to see how in love you two are…and now with a little one on the way….and maternity pictures coming up soon…Im just floored with over love and excitement for you both! (Well, you three!!! : P )

Danelle and Jason are a total power couple. Jason, though he appears more quiet and reserve, is actually a funny guy…and has an inner party animal! : P Their wedding at the Seaview left me with tears in my eyes multiple times. There was a very fun yet super romantic tone in the air all day long and with their laid back, naturally happy personalities, the day just seamed to fly by. These two have just announced they TOO are welcoming a little one this year and I could not be more thrilled. I cant wait to watch and capture their family grow. THANK YOU for allowing me to be a part of it.

Jess and Bill make me smile! Jess is the definition of sass and class! Though didn’t have as long of a working relationship as I had with most of my clients this year, when I walked into her suite and we said hello….I KNEW WE WERE MEANT TO BE! LOL….her sweet and simple, intimate wedding was just perfect. Tables were adorned with wildflowers, mason jar tea lights, and there was even a bag-o station set up in the neighboring field. So amazing to be a part of something so intimate for two people whom are as much in love with their family/friends as they are each other!

Gen and Nick! HOLY COW! A Starbucks station at the wedding, mini Starbucks cups favors….can I marry YOU TWO!?!? LOL

Im not sure I ever cried and laughed so much at one wedding. Even with the day running quite behind…you two NEVER stopped smiling. The Cearsville Mansion was just stunning…and your dance under the stars and bubbles at the end still has my jaw dropped! The blessings your grandmothers gave make my teary-eyed just thinking about them….ugh….I just adore you two and I am sooooo blessed to have reconnected with you Nick and meet your insanely gorgeous and fun bride, Gen!

Amanda and Ryan….I am convinced that your long distance relationship is one for the record books or one to be admired by many. I give you both an insane amount of credit. Amanda you are sooo very smart and so accomplished….and Ryan….you are equal with her there. I loved your families and I loved watching your day unfold with complete perfection. Thank for trusting me with such a special day in both of your lives…I hope to see you both again soon!

Paige and James—from the MOMENT you walked down that white gravel path at your engagement session…I was the one that had “love at first sight”! I SIMPLY ADORE YOU BOTH and enjoyed every second of your wedding day. Your bridal party was so insanely fun and the spin the bottle game at the reception won you most wild reception of the year! The napkin head pieces (a family tradition if I remember correctly) will forever be a wedding highlight memory. I wear my gorg TB bracelet all the time and my stool is safely in tow at every wedding now. heheheh You both spoiled ME rotten and I was even more spoiled by your friendship this year. I so hope we can meet up one day in NYC for some pictures and some fun. Love you both and thank you for having me be a part of such an insanely perfect day. Paige…you were one of the most stunning brides I have ever seen..never doubt that for a second girl! : P

Ruth and Rob. I love you! True blue friends to the core, you two are. I think we needs some more wings and cocktails and less knee breaking flooring! lol You two are a match made in heaven. Ruth….not ONE PART of your wedding was left unplanned or attended to. You literally had the most perfectly executed day….even with an unruly bridal party at times….the dresses were INSANE…the park was insane to shoot at…THOSE TREES…OMG!….the venue was decorated to perfection, the slideshow just makes me tear when I think of it….and your entrance song still makes me laugh. I love you guys dearly…I am so blessed to have you!

Devin and TJ…my new partners in crime. With you both only being a few miles down the street….I see a lot of fun nights out in our future. Your pinterest, rustic, chic wedding was a fan favorite. I still have new clients raving about your pictures/details/day. Your dress my dear…was also a fan favorite and if they saw your boots…I am sure they would be too. We have become so close over the past year I dont even know where to start. Devin you are just perfect! I wish we had been best friends since preschool, that way I could brag that we really were BFFS….but now I just feel like it. You both have this ability to make me feel so special and loved. Thank for giving me the honor of shooting your wedding…EPIC engagement session and the privilege of being your friend!

Jenna and Bill…you two crack me UP! Your wedding was one of the craziest “parties” I have ever ATTENDED in life! LOL

With crystal and diamonds dripping everywhere, to TOMS for wedding shoes, so one of the prettiest flower girls alive….your wedding day was so awesome. I have enjoyed running into you and your mom at our favorite watering hole….Starbucks….and even with a broken toe on wedding day….you guys made me feel like more than a photographer or friend…I felt like family! I wish you guys ALL the happiness this life can bring!

Kristine and Tim, what a match you two are! Tim….I know you have a bromance with my buddy Chris….but just know I love ya too, Stinker! I loved the little surprises you two had for each other throughout the day….and how much meaning you packed into your wedding to remember those you both love. Your pup was TOO cute…even if he was a little camera shy. I loved the crazy party your reception turned into….but by far, the ceremony TOPS any ceremony I have ever attended. But I will let the memory stay between us and your guests! ahahahahha I swear it will be funny 5 years from now to you too! : P

Barbara and Rich…how are you two not in a bridal magazine yet!??!! Barbara…your Maggie dress has popped in and out of my dreams all year. I would love to wear it for just an hour….and I think for my vow renewal it will be that dress….but blush pink! lol

YOUR DAY WAS MAGAZINE PICTURE PERFECT. From the cathedral to the castle we shot in front of, the the reception equipped with steel drums and a choreographed dance. YOUR WEDDING IN ONE WORD: DREAMY….MAYBE EVEN MAGICAL. It was just incredible to see you dressed up like a princess. The way Rich looked at you all night literally left me speechless at times. Your wedding was a dream and Im the luckiest girl in the world to have witnessed and captured it! THANK YOU!

Jacki and Matt are the types of people you CRAVE to be friends with. The cool kids you see out and say…I SO WANT IN ON THEIR POSIE! Jacki is one of the smartest, most efficient, most down to earth girls I have ever met. In fact….all of her girls in her “POSIE” are exactly the same….and most are my brides to be as well! lol

Jacki was SO ON it which made planning so super easy and we could focus on all the fun! No amount of rain on her day left sad, even for a moment. Her best friends and close family were there to celebrate and thats all that mattered. I feel like the luckiest girl on the planet to call this girl and her friends…MY friends. They have all welcomed me….new to the area and all…with open arms. I adore them and I can only hope to grow our friendship stronger in the years to come!

Matt- thanks for bearing with me and pictures all day. YOU WERE AN INCREDIBLE TROOPER. Your groomsmen were a riot! : P

Christina and Andrew planned quite an amazing wedding. Their venue was a yacht club overlooking sailboats, open waters and the sunset. However, we had a full on NOREASTER the day of their wedding which limited us STRICTLY to indoor shooting. Though it wasn’t the desired method of action, we took to the Cape May Winery to shoot and it winded up being PERFECT. They sipped on wine with their friends and waited out the rain. Later at the reception, they even surprised their mother with the MUMERS! It was incredible. You two are so madly in love its clear to everyone around you. Your ceremony was lovely and despite the rain, your wedding was truly beautiful inside and out!

Vicki and Ted are also two people you would be as lucky to be able to call your friends. My cheeks were burning after leaving their wedding from smiling and laughing so much. Their insane love for one another radiates to everyone around them and you can help but smile. Vicki…in your off time, you need to be a bridal model. Your dress was MADE for you and you were SIMPLY STUNNING! I am so glad God blessed us with such a gorgeous break in the day so we could make your dreams come true by shooting on the beaches of Cape May and catching a gorgeous sunset! Love you two….thank you for allowing me to be a part of such an amazing day…start to finish.

Nori and Kevin….can I move in!?!?! Or can you at least move closer!?!! I think we would be weekend wine drinkers! On Elf day…I literally wanted to stay and hang out all evening….and that is how I felt on wedding day. Your Halloween inspired, fall infused, amazeball wedding will certainly be one I will never forget. Your love for all things skulls and Halloween played out perfectly into your wedding day. Thank you for giving me so much time for formals and walking all over kingdom come to grab some gorgeous images. Kev…you are too cool for school. I hope you know that! I am counting down the days until I get to see you both again! Love you both!

Sara and Jason…saying your names makes me smile. I am not sure I have ever seen such true soul mates in life. Watching you two is literally the most intense kind of love and magic I have seen. Sara if you could see the way Jason looks at you from an outsiders viewpoint, I think you would in as much awe as I. Your wedding was one of the most emotionally packed and amazing weddings of my life. From tearful speeches, to surprise performed songs, to dancing with glow wands, to one of the best portrait sessions of the year….your day was one for the books guys! I am SO INSANELY blessed to JUST KNOW you both…let alone be able to call you friends. Please stay in touch….I love both of your hearts so very much!

Melissa and Rick + Alisa and Dom: The Double Wedding

If there was an award for all things wedding, I THINK you all may have won this year. A DOUBLE WEDDING…TWINS…A ROOM FULL OF COPS….the best dancing I have ever seen at a reception turn rave….the coolest dessert bar ever….to the HUGEST apple favors I have ever seen. AHHHHHHH! You guys didnt skip a beat when it comes to your wedding. I was the one more stressed than ANY of you guys and you four were the ones getting married. hahaha

Dom, since we talked the most, I honestly feel like you are big brother….I LOVE THAT! Girls…you two are the sisters I always wanted. Can you adopt me?! LOL

I am convinced that if we lived closer we would be TROUBLE! And by trouble, I mean AWESOME! Rick…I think by the end of the wedding I broke you out of your shell a bit more….and truthfully you were such a champ during pictures. Your awesome! I adored your families, your friends and just every detail of your day. I will NEVER EVER EVER forget your wedding and I will never ever forget you FOUR! I LOVE YOU ALL….SERIOUSLY…I Just adore you guys!

Melissa and Joe, I am so thankful “fate” brought you to the KNP Bridal Family. Though we didn’t have as long to build a super close relationship, I was so insanely honored to be asked to be part of such a gorgeous day and beautiful union of two people so in love. Cairnwood was gorgeous and every fall detail at your reception was stunning. Yes….even your favors : P Melissa you make one HELL of a stunning bride and I will cherish being a part of your day forever. I so hope to grow even closer to you guys and see you more and more in the upcoming years! : )

Amy and Kevin….holy moly! You two sure know how to through the biggest party Cape May County residents may ever attend! lol Your Atlantic City Golden Nugget wedding was OUT OF CONTROL in the very best way possible. From the most gorgeous church, to the one heck of a trolly ride, to the funniest entrance in wedding history….your wedding was a show stopper from start to finish. It was such a blessing to be at your wedding and see so many of my past and future brides in conjunction with you two. I kick myself for not grabbing a picture of us all. Amy…you looked INCREDIBLE and I loveeeed your fur coat! So diva! LOVE! Kevin, you are such a sweet and considerate man and even though pictures may not be your THANNNG…the camera loves ya! : P I wish you both all the happiness this life can bring!

Jessica and Sean….WHAT A WAY TO END 2013! Its exactly how I ended 2012 as well….at the ever FAB Citizens Bank Park! I so wish we had more time to get to know each other over the past few months…but the crazy distance apart didn’t help : ( I am so glad you both have decided to move closer!!!! Your wedding was filled with so much joy and love and ultimately….FUN! A first look on a dugout?!?!?! How cool was that?!?! Despite the cold….you guys ROCKED your formals and I had so much fun getting to know you guys and your bridal party. I wish you guys all the happiness in the world and SO HOPE to see you again in the near future!!!

Phew!!!! A blog 1 year in the making is finally wrapped….as is the 2013 wedding season. I cant say it enough, but just in case you missed it….THANK YOU! Thank you for your love, support, trust, loyalty, friendship and more! I so hope to stay in touch with all of you as the years pass by and families grow. You all have made KNP what it is today and you have each helped ME become who I AM today. GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU!

XOXO,

Kaitlin Noel