Lisa & Joseph’s Woodend Wedding

On an absolutely perfect day without a cloud in the sky, among the cherry blossoms and the gorgeous grounds of the Woodend Sanctuary, Lisa and Joseph joined as one. Surrounding them was family and friends from all over the world, sharing in their excitement with hearts ready to celebrate.

Lisa describes her relationship with Joseph as “Kindred”, and there could not be a more perfect word. There is no doubt when you look at the two of them that they go together like puzzle pieces. They met during Joseph’s first day of college. She was a resident at the community where he lived. Years of love and devotion later Joseph proposed and, in case you haven’t figured this next part out… she said “YES”. This is how Lisa tells the story : “Joseph proposed to me in Central Park on October 5th, 2013. We arrived at the Great Lawn a little before sunset and, thankfully, there were not many people around. We sat down on the grass and watched the colors fade into night.  Just when the stars first began to appear, he said he had something he wanted to tell me. He got onto one knee and pulled a sheet of paper from his back pocket—he’d written a poem, I think the first one I ever received from him after (at that time) 7 ½ years of dating! I ugly cried—which no one could see because it was dark, thank goodness. Of course, I accepted.”

The reception was all about family, good food, amazing music and celebrating by connecting with one another. I would be hard pressed to see so many smiles in one spot as I did at this wedding! Toasts were exchanged with both laughter and tears. The father-daughter and mother-son dance caused many teary eyes from the guests (I had to choke back a few myself). The day was completed with a pie cutting from the bride and groom – YUM!

Lisa has such an incredible taste. I adored her blush and gray colors, flowing dresses and fresh spring flowers. Everything had a whimsical feel that was perfect for a venue filled with trees and nature. It was magic every where you looked. From heart to heart, from the shade of the grand surrounding trees, from the resonating sounds of the musicians and the depth of emotion that everyone shared when they saw Lisa and Joseph together, there was no mistaking the beauty of this day. It was such an honor to be witness to it.

Congratulations Lisa and Joseph! Enjoy your honeymoon in Europe!

Here are some of the incredible vendors I got to work with :

Second Shooter : Tiffany Dudley

Venue : Woodend Sanctuary

Makeup : Blend Make-up Artistry 

Hair : Jewel Hair Design

Musicians : Erin & Michael Weiland / Accordion & additional piano playing by Joseph’s father

Desserts : Pie Sisters

Catering : Catering By Seasons

Florist : Wegmans