Lucerne Inn Maine Wedding Photographer | Laura & Mark

Mark’s a happy person; it’s obvious by the way he’s always smiling. But when he looks at Laura it changes from a bright smile to megawatt intensity that you can’t help but admire. Surely, it must be amazing to be the recipient of those smiles.

Laura and Mark’s wedding was on a summer day that, although was a bit hot, was gorgeous. The sporadic rain, which came to visit during the reception, provided for gorgeous cloudy vistas that I made sure to capture during the course of the day. But those vistas didn’t distract me from the joy that Laura, Mark and their friends and family shared during their wedding day. They were all exceptionally happy, and I couldn’t help but grin throughout the day, because their joy was infectious.

These photos, captured by me and my fabulous second shooter, Kendra Pietras, are some of my favorites from Laura and Mark’s wedding at the wonderful Lucerne Inn. Thanks for letting me be a part of your day!

Laura's mom helps Laura get into her wedding dress at the Lucerne Inn in Maine

The mother of the groom and the bride's grandmother checks out the bride before her wedding day at Lucerne Inn in Maine

Maine photographer Kate Crabtree captures a few portraits of the bride at the Lucerne Inn in Maine

The mother of the groom helps Mark with his boutineer

There were many birds circling about Lucerne Inn, and Kendra captured this great photo of this bird (not sure what it is– a hawk, maybe?)

Maine wedding photographer Kate Crabtree captures a bird flying in the sky during a Lucerne Inn wedding

Laura and Mark decided to do a first look before their wedding, which was awesome. It gave them a private moment to celebrate in the fact that today was their wedding day. It’s also a great way to get your formals done before the ceremony, allowing you to get to the party (and your friends and family) quicker!

Laura and Mark share a first look at the Lucerne Inn

The bride and groom share a first look during their Lucerne Inn wedding in maine

Mark surprised Laura with a gorgeous bracelet during their first look. Mark– high five.

The groom presents the bride with a present before their wedding day in Maine

Kate Crabtree Photography captures this maine couple on their wedding day at Lucerne Inn

Maine wedding photographer kate crabtree captures this quiet moment between Laura and Mark at the lucerne inn

Maine wedding photos of Laura Porter and Mark Gonyar on their wedding day at The Lucerne Inn in Maine

We went up to Sunset Rock, which is across the street from Lucerne Inn, to continue with Laura and Mark’s formals. We were blessed with a light cloud cover and gorgeous light.

Wedding portraits taken on Sunset Rock in Dedham Maine

Laura and Mark look adorable during their wedding portraits on Sunset Rock in Dedham Maine

My lovely assistant/second shooter, Kendra, captured this amazing photo while I was taking the photo above. I’m rather jealous of it.

Laura and Mark share a moment on Sunset Rock in Dedham Maine during their wedding

Bridal portraits of Laura during her Maine wedding at Lucerne Inn

Laura, your smile is radiant in this one. Love it!

The best man and the groom hug the bride during their Lucerne Inn wedding in Dedham Maine

The wedding processional at the Lucerne Inn

The father of the bride walks the bride down the aisle at this Lucerne Inn wedding

Laura and Mark light a unity candle at Lucerne Inn

The mother and father of the bride watch her daughter marry the love of her life at Lucerne Inn

The bride and groom enter the reception at their Maine wedding at Lucerne Inn

The clouds began to roll in… and we had sporadic rainfall, that, as you’ll see below.. the kids loved.

Maine wedding photographer Kate Crabtree photographed a wedding at the Lucerne Inn

The cupcakes were by Sweet Somethings in Bangor Maine, and man, they were DELICIOUS.

A photograph of the wedding cupcakes by bakery Sweet Somethings in Bangor Maine

I always try to get a hold of the guestbook (BTW, loved how some of the photos from your Orono Maine engagement session were in there!) and look for the funniest sentiments.

Funny guestbook comments written at Laura and Mark's wedding at the lucerne inn in maine

Laura and Mark share their first dance at their wedding at the Lucerne Inn in Maine

The bride and the father of the bride share their first dance at their wedding at the Lucerne Inn in Maine

Maine wedding photographer kate crabtree captures the maid of honor giving a toast at a lucerne maine wedding

Maine wedding photographer kate crabtree captures the father of the bride giving a toast at a lucerne maine wedding

Kendra captured this cute photo of the kids playing in the rain, while I was off covering something else. There’s definitely perks to having two photographers– you have two sets of eyes to help ensure we don’t miss anything magical happening on your wedding day!