Lisa Wotkowicz
The Unplugged Wedding...
The Unplugged Wedding...
Lisa Wotkowicz
The Unplugged Wedding...
The Unplugged Wedding...

Kate and Marcus's Longlook Wedding August 6, 2022

Kate & Marcus’s Longlook Wedding
Saturday, August 6, 2022

Congratulations to Katelyn and Marcus who celebrated their wedding on Saturday, August 6th surrounded with the love of family and friends. The sweetest couple who reside in Cumberland, RI made the trip up to the lakes region of NH for a fun-filled weekend. The location of their wedding was held on the grounds of The Longlook Farm in Sanbornton, New Hampshire. The amazing and talented wedding planner and officiant, Mrs. Sherri Collis led the ceremony for all to enjoy overlooking mountainous landscape . The weather was a sun-filled sky and the temperatures were record-breaking heat and humidity. Guests fanned themselves during the ceremony in attempts to form a small breeze of relief, while the bride and groom looked as cool as cucumbers knowing the day had finally arrived! After the new Mr. & Ms. Gibson were gleefully cheered on after their first kiss as husband and wife, the photographers promptly ushered all family, friends and wedding party to capture formals before the passing summer storm rolled in. With a few minutes to spare and gorgeous overcast skies, Kate and Marcus took advantage of the filtered light for a few couple captures on the picturesque grounds. Guests were then greeted in the air-conditioned barn for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and dinner service. Laughter and tears flooded the venue with unique parent dances and heartfelt speeches by family and friends. Afterwards, the newly married Mr. & Mrs. Gibson cut their cake and everyone joined them on the dance floor with the incredible Shawn Cullen, aka The Music Man who had the music pumping to get it hot all over again! What a blast and sendoff! An absolutely gorgeous and recently remodeled venue that was a perfect spot to say “ I Do” to your best friend.

Wishing Katelyn & Marcus many more amazing days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Gibson!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Longlook Farm
Wedding Planner: Creations by Collis
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa
Videographer: Blackpine Creative Co., Nate Paul
Entertainment: Shawn Cullen, The Music Man
Officiant: Sherri Collis
Beauty: The Beauty Bar, Melissa Conroy
Florist & Decor: Sapphire
Bartender: DeeLuxe Bartending, Dee Stewart
Catering: Celebrations Catering, Amy Strike
Cake & Desserts: Gregg’s Bakery, Krissy Swanson

Courtney and Cameron's Wentworth Wedding June 18, 2022

Courtney & Cameron’s Wentworth Wedding
Saturday, June 18, 2022

Congratulations to Courtney and Cameron who celebrated their wedding on June 18th surrounded with the love of family and friends. A beautiful couple who reside in Winchester, Massachusetts. The location of their wedding was held on the grounds of The Wentworth by the Sea Country Club in Rye, New Hampshire. Mr. William Maddock led the ceremony for all to enjoy overlooking the Atlantic waters . The weather was a sun-filled sky with a cool breeze in the air. Guests were then greeted under a white high peak pole tent with a champagne wall and waiter served hors d'oeuvres. Drinks flowed while the bride and groom quickly snuck away with the photographers and videographer for their couple imagery on the coast. Afterwards, the newly married Mr. & Mrs. Fitzpatrick were announced into the reception by the outstanding Clockwork New England Band for an evening of dinner, celebrating and dancing the night away. An absolutely breath-taking venue that was a perfect spot to say “ I Do” to your best friend.

Wishing Courtney & Cameron many more amazing days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Fitzpatrick!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Wentworth by the Sea Country Club
Wedding Planner: Lia Bancroft Events
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa
Videographer: B. Remembered
Entertainment: Clockwork New England
Officiant: William Maddock
Florist: Designs by Don
Cake: Love + Flour

Theresa and Jason's Seacoast Wedding July 3, 2021

Theresa & Jason’s Seacoast Wedding
Saturday, July 3, 2021

Congratulations to Theresa and Jason who celebrated their wedding on July 3rd surrounded with the love of family and friends. A sweet and fun couple who reside in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The location of their wedding commenced at the Immaculate Conception Church where Father Bobby, brother of the Groom led the services. After a traditional catholic ceremony, the newly married couple gathered with their wedding party on a music-fueled trolley ride to Wiggly Bridge in York ME and the Nubble Lighthouse. The weather was below normal seasonal temperatures, but the rain held off until the last photograph was taken outside at The Cliff House where everyone had congregated for an evening of dinner, celebrating and dancing the night away. An absolutely breath-taking venue that was a perfect final destination of the day.

Wishing you both many more amazing days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Jason LeBlanc!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Immaculate Conception Church in Portsmouth, NH and The Cliff House in Cape Neddick, ME
Officiant: Father Bobby LeBlanc, Brother of the Groom
Florists: Anne Marshall
Cake: Mike Cicchetti
Entertainment: DJ, John Zucco
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa

Abigail & Derek's Summer Wedding in Newbury, NH...

Abigail & Derek’s Summer Wedding in Newbury, New Hampshire
Friday, June 18, 2021

Congratulations to Abigail and Derek who celebrated their wedding on June 18th surrounded with the love of family and friends. A sweet couple who reside in Montana and officially married last year, but had to postpone their larger wedding and reception at Abigail’s family’s compound in New Hampshire to this year because of Covid. The last time I had the pleasure of spending time with the both of them was two years ago at their engagement shoot! The location of their wedding was nestled in the Sunapee area that was originally purchased by Abigail’s grandparents. Rolling fields and a pond are surrounded by a stunning mountainous landscape which hosts a magnificent sunset. Family and friends from near and far enjoyed an outdoor ceremony overlooking the property and then gathered under a white tent with twinkle lights for dinner, toasts, and dancing. The evening was perfect and well worth the wait!

Wishing you both many more amazing days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Derek Pederson!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Family compound
Officiant: Pete Pederson, Father to the Groom
Florists: Allioops! Flowers & Gifts (bridal bouquet & boutonnières) Sue Rhodes (floral centerpieces)
Cake: Birch & Barken Bakehouse
Entertainment: DJ, Steve Smith
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa

Brenda & Corey's Intimate Winter Wedding February 20,2021

Brenda & Corey’s Intimate Winter Wedding
Saturday, February 20, 2021

Congratulations to Brenda and Corey who celebrated their intimate wedding this past Saturday surrounded with the love of family and friends! A sweet couple who moved forward to marry even during these unprecedented times and are over the moon to welcome their first child, a baby boy this June. The location was romantic and quaint New England at the Inn at Pleasant Lake in New London, New Hampshire. The mountain air was chilled and the grounds were blanketed in fresh fallen snow. Close family enjoyed an indoor ceremony by the fireplace in the Inn and were later brought into the enclosed porch restaurant, Oak & Grain for a delicious four-course meal and cake cutting. Guests took turns toasting the couple while recollecting wonderful memories of the past and cheers to happy memories to be made in the future.

Wishing you both many more amazing days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Corey McCarthy!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Inn at Pleasant Lake
Florist: Allioops! Flowers & Gifts
Officiant: Taryn McCarthy, Godmother to the Groom
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography

Jessica & Kristopher's New England Fall Wedding October 3, 2020

Jessica & Kristopher’s New England Fall Wedding
Saturday, October 3, 2020


Congratulations to Jessica and Kristopher who celebrated their wedding on Saturday, October 3rd surrounded with the love of family and friends from near and far! A fun-loving couple who married on the bride’s family compound. The location was idyllic New England in beautiful Pembroke, New Hampshire. The foliage was stunning in all it’s saturated harvest glory. Guests enjoyed an outdoor ceremony on the open fields and were then welcomed under the white canopy tent for cocktails and a dinner with a barbecue flair. After drinks, toasts and dining, all were welcomed on the dance floor to get down! It was the perfect party!

Wishing you both many more happy days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Kristopher Vincent!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa


Ceremony & Reception: Family Compound in Pembroke, New Hampshire
Wedding Planner: Soraya Belgacem
Florist: Ford Flowers
Officiant: Meghan Singelais
DJ: Meghan Singelais
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa
Videography: Rafe Navarro



Erin & Ethan's Late Summer Wedding

Erin & Ethan’s Intimate Late Summer Wedding
Saturday, September 19, 2020

Congratulations to Erin and Ethan who celebrated their intimate wedding this past Saturday surrounded with the love of family and friends! A sweet couple who moved forward to marry even during these unprecedented times. Love truly has no fear. The location was romantic and quaint New England at the Inn at Pleasant Lake in New London, New Hampshire. The foliage just slightly starting to turn with hues of burgundy and yellow with the crisp air in the mid 50’s. Guests enjoyed an outdoor ceremony at the Inn and were later brought into the restaurant, Oak & Grain for a delicious four-course meal. After drinks and dining, all were welcomed into the barn for a night of dancing and the most decadent chocolate wedding cake for dessert. It was simply perfect!

Wishing you both many more happy days in the years ahead!
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Ethan Poulin!
Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.
xo, Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Inn at Pleasant Lake
Florist: Allioops! Flowers & Gifts
Officiant: Linda Tebbetts
Music: DJ Greg from NRG Entertainment
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography

The Unplugged Wedding...

The Big Day is finally here and everyone is bubbling over with joy for the stunning couple as they are about to meet each other at the alter, exchange their sentimental vows, seal it with a kiss and walk down the aisle in wedded bliss happily ever after. Sounds perfect, right?  And it should be perfect, however the only problem are the guests aren't really in the moment because many of them are viewing the ceremony thru a phone, ipad and even their own camera.  The other problem?  The hired professional photographer is capturing a sea of smartphones and tablets in the air as he/she is trying to capture the moments they were paid to do.  And the worst problem of all?  The guests who are photographing or videoing the moment for themselves or to share on social media could be obstructing the photographer's view from getting a key shot like, the first kiss.  As photographers, we understand everyone wants to have their own memories to share and you should, but please understand we have been hired by the bride and groom who have invested in us and are depending that we provide them with the best and most artistic moments from their special day. You, as their guests, actually have the highest honor of all... you were invited to share in and witness the happily forever after unfold.  So please, "unplug" during the ceremony and key reception moments and pull out those phones, tablets and cameras to click away for that amazing second kiss on the dance floor!


Brides and grooms, how should you communicate the decision to your guests? A sign at the ceremony site is the most common way. However, you can also put a note in the program and I prefer and suggest  the officiant also announce the request before the ceremony begins.  
Signage downloads can be purchased from vendors on Etsy like this beautiful and simplistic example at CustomPrintsNYC.

 

Before I close out today's blog post, take a peek at this image by Thomas Stewart Photography that  went viral after he experienced a moment where the groom actually had to step out of the way of click happy guests to see his bride coming down the aisle. Can you imagine the bride's disappointment when she sees this image as "her big reveal to her husband to be!" Sigh.  Don't be that guest!  Unplug.

Sarah & Will's Romantic Fall Wedding

Sarah & Will’s Romantic Fall Wedding
Saturday, October 5, 2019

Congratulations to Sarah and Will who celebrated their wedding Saturday surrounded with the love of family and friends! A sweet couple with a great sense of humor who truly adore one another. The location was picture-perfect and quaint New England at Will’s parents’ Inn at Pleasant Lake property. The foliage stunned in vibrant hues of red, orange and yellow and the air was crisp. Guests enjoyed an outdoor ceremony as leaves fell from the trees and then were treated to a splendid dinner inside the cozy inn. After toasts and full bellies, all invited parties were welcomed into the barn for a night of dancing and desserts. It could not have been more perfect!

Wishing you both many more happy days in the years ahead!

Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.

xo,

Lisa

Ceremony & Reception: Inn at Pleasant Lake
Florist: Alioops
Officiant: Jeffrey Reed
Music: DJ Kevin Sawler
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa

Amy & Alejandro's Stunning Maine Seacoast Wedding

Amy & Alejandro’s Stunning Seacoast Maine Wedding
Saturday, September 28, 2019

Congratulations to Amy and Alejandro who celebrated their wedding Saturday surrounded with the love of family and friends! A super sweet couple who cherish each other and their loved ones. The location was picture perfect in York, Maine on an incredible warm Fall afternoon. Salt filled ocean air surrounded guests during the outdoors ceremony and the DJ turned the reception up in the evening for a packed dance floor that no one was getting off!

Wishing you both more perfect days in the years ahead!

Thank you for asking me to be a small part of your big day.

xo,

Lisa



Participating Vendors
Ceremony & Reception: Dockside Guest Quarters & Restaurant
Cake: Confection Art
Florist: York Flower Shop
Officiant: Rev. Brad Hirst
Music: All Star Entertainment & DJ Anthony
Photography: Lisa Wotkowicz Photography
Lead Photographer: Lisa Wotkowicz
Second Photographer: Erin LaSorsa
Cinematography: Stop Go Love