And once again, we could not have done any of these without our amazing partners in crime. Thank you so much to the gals at Bridal Heirlooms- you ladies are so wonderful to work with and you have amazing style- thank you. And much gratitude to Bill and Anne at Mountain Meadows Lodge. Everything was perfect- we are so grateful for your warmth and hospitality!

Click here to see images from the sneak preview.

Bill and Anne from Mountain Meadows Lodge hosted us for the weekend. And they were amazing, making sure we had everything we needed to create some breathtaking images. Surely they have power over the weather as well. The morning of the shoot started with a perfect large flaked snow shower. And the scenery on their property couldn’t have been more picturesque.

Christine and Shirley from Bridal Heirlooms in South Hadley, MA kindly loaned us the fabulous dresses, the veils, the fur wraps, and jewelry. We worked with them on the Lord Thompson Manor shoot and we are always impressed with their fabulous sense of style.

We also owe a debt of gratitude to our lovely "bride", Mai Lovaas. Our photo shoot was scheduled only a day and a half after she had returned to her home in New York, after being on the road for well over 3 weeks travelling to Norway and Santa Cruz, California. She was amazing, giving us everything we asked for and more. And she stood for long periods of time in extremely cold temperatures wearing only a wedding dress and a fur wrap. Thank you, Mai!

And another thank you to our "groom" Robert for helping us make the bridal portrait session even better.

Check out Mai’s boots.

And just a few more favorites…

This spot was one Mai picked out. Stunning!

I can’t believe how much fun this session was. I am not typically one who enjoys cold weather, but I didn’t feel much of it because I was having such a good time. The scenery was amazing and winter light is absolutely perfect. We could have shot out there for days.

No slideshow this week; all the photographs are right here on the blog. Enjoy!

A bit about our wonderful collaborators for this wedding photography extravaganza:

Bridal Heirlooms is a full service bridal boutique in the heart of South Hadley, Massachusetts. The ladies at Bridal Heirlooms will provide you with the best service and guidance, in a comfortable, relaxed setting. The shop was started by two sisters who share the enjoyment of making a bride feel special on her wedding day. They provide each bride with personal and professional care as they work together to achieve each lady’s dreams.

The Lord Thompson Manor is a country estate perfect for dream-come-true wedding receptions. The stately elegance of the Manor, the serenity of their Frederick Law Olmstead designed grounds, their James Beard Foundation celebrated chefs and their outstanding service provide the ultimate setting that ensures any wedding is as perfect as a bride could dream of. Whether grand or intimate, or wildly extravagant, The Lord Thompson Manor has a wonderful way of bringing romance and individuality perfect for each bride and groom. The Manor is only a short distance from Boston, Hartford, Rhode Island, and New York City. When you arrive, you drive down a half-mile driveway to the front door; there you will begin to feel the tranquility of their 40 acre estate, towering trees, and quiet country paths. You will begin to experience the luxury of an unhurried celebration reminiscent of a time gone by.

Bridal Heirlooms has a wonderful selection of dresses and Christine and Shirley know just how to match a gown to a person’s style. We wanted to create a collection of images that hearkened back to times gone by, but with a modern touch. And we wanted to show off their fabulous gowns.

The Lord Thompson Manor is a stunning wedding site nestled in the woodlands of Northeastern Connecticut. It is just a short drive from Boston, Rhode Island, Hartford, and even, New York. A perfect getaway close to home, this estate was once a hunting villa. The feel of the site is still warm and welcoming and intensely glamorous – a wonderful place for wedding photography.

Here’s a sneak preview of the Lord Thompson Manor bridal fashion shoot.

We owe a huge thank you to our model Samantha, who was amazing and patient and gracious, throughout the shoot. And of course we are so grateful to Christine and Shirley from Bridal Heirlooms and to Jackie from the Lord Thompson Manor. We had such a wonderful time working with you and at the Manor. Thank you!