Archive for July, 2009

Out of Town – July 5 – July 15, 2009

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

Hi Everyone,

We wanted to let you know we will be out of town visiting our family in Placerville, CA, as well as visiting some friends in San Francisco from Sunday July 5th through Wednesday July 15th. We will be checking e-mail, but it may take a day or two to respond. Our cellular access will be limited as well. In any case, I hope the rain stays away for you all while we are away! Have a great 10 days!

And to remind you of where we are going…this was taken on our last visit in November near Lake Tahoe, CA.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Lake Tahoe, CA, Placerville, CA

Carla + Mike – Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

Carla and Mike are married!!

Church: St. Cecilia, Stamford, CT
Venue: Waterview, Monroe, CT
Florist: Flowers by Danielle
Hair: Teri Preto-Rodas
Makeup: Laura Vitiello
DJ: “Big Daddy”, James Daniel Entertainment
Video: Star Quality Video

Vicki spent the morning with the ladies getting ready. Here is Carla’s amazing wedding gown and her shoes.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Her bouquet was gorgeous as well!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

I love this shot Vicki captured of Carla’s lipstick being applied.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

The veil and the beautiful bride to be!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

On my end, it was a lot of goofing around, followed by a hurried 15-20 minutes of actual getting ready. Mike and one of his groomsmen had these fantastic vintage pocket watches that they had planned to wear during the ceremony. I especially liked the Yankees logo on the chain ;)
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Love this one of Carla and her Father as they waited patiently for the word that the ceremony was about to begin.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Walking down the aisle.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Followed by a moment of prayer and reflection.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

The church had gorgeous vaulted ceilings and incredible stained glass.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

We love the way he is holding up Mike’s ring here.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

And finally, the best part!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

All of the details were beautiful, from the flowers and the cake down to the cool flower bed that the place cards were set upon!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

We were lucky to have caught Carla having a quiet moment amidst all the commotion.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Isn’t this fun?
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

One of our favorite pictures of the day. How many bridesmaids does it take to bustle a bride? We think Mike’s hand gesture and facial expression speaks volumes :)
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

And after the introductions, Mr. and Mrs. took to the dance floor!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Outside with the newlyweds!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Carla looks extra beautiful here don’t you think?
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Another of our favorites from the day.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

We were loving the light and clouds, along with the super hot couple!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Stunning!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Carla and her Dad.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Such a touching moment.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Mike dancing with his Mother.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

And his Stepmom.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Carla and Mike were up for more pictures – we stole away with them for a few more shots from the balcony. We love the way these turned out :)
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, St Cecilia, Stamford, CT, Waterview, Monroe, CT Wedding

Carla and Mike, thank you both so much for allowing us to be such a special part of your wedding day. We had a blast with you and your families and friends! We can only assume that you are both having an amazing time in Paris and Italy (so jealous!), and we wish you many, many years of happiness together ; )

xoxo,
Vicki and Erik

Julia + Tom – Derby, CT Engagement Session Photos

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009

Vicki and I met up with Julia and Tom at the Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby, CT. They were an absolute blast to photograph, and Vicki and I truly felt like ourselves around them and laughed like crazy. Tom is hilarious and Julia’s laugh is incredibly infectious :) We knew we were going to be in for some fun and we weren’t disappointed!

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

We kept seeing rabbits running all around us, and between Vicki telling me to get the shot and Tom asking Julia to “hurry over” so they could be photographed by one, it was no surprise that by the time anyone got near them they had vanished. I did manage to get close enough to one when all the hubub had died down ;)

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

We had beautiful blue skies.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

One of our faves from the day!
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

This was how the day essentially went! Laughing all around :)
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

Julia’s ring is beautiful.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

Some “QT” by one of the cool stone walls near the estate.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

Another of our favorites from the day – I especially like the way Tom is holding onto Julia’s pants pocket. Adorable :)
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

We absolutely love the color pop in this image, with the two of them sharing a kiss overlooking the pond.
CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

CT Wedding Photographer, Victoria Souza Photography, Kellogg Environmental Center, Derby, CT Wedding Engagement Portrait Photos

Julia and Tom, thank you so very much for hanging out with us and for sharing the fun and joy that is to be around you two. Vicki and I had a terrific time and we look forward to your wedding day!

xoxo Vicki and Erik