It’s my absolute pleasure to share one of the most moving and heartfelt events I’ve had the pleasure of helping to create in all of my 25 years of planning events. While the majority of our events are weddings, every now and again we have the distinct pleasure of working with Clients to celebrate other lifeContinue reading “Elizabeth Watson’s Celebration of Life at The Maine Audubon | Falmouth, Maine”
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Lucie and Dave’s Wedding at Flanagan Farm | Buxton, ME
Happy 2022! Happy February and happy to be back at it! We’re finally getting around to sharing all of the BEAUTY that was 2021…what a whirlwind the last year was for all of us! No one was tested more than the couples who planned on having a 2021 wedding. We empathize with every couple whoContinue reading “Lucie and Dave’s Wedding at Flanagan Farm | Buxton, ME”
Alissa + Hayden’s Cunningham Farm Wedding | New Gloucester, ME
Hello my sweet friends! We’re somehow already more than one month into the new year (??) and I can hardly believe it. We’ve been spending the last month the same way I’m sure many of you have as well: resetting, both mentally and professional. I’ve set new goals for myself and for the business, andContinue reading “Alissa + Hayden’s Cunningham Farm Wedding | New Gloucester, ME”
Who runs the world? Oh that’s right, our pets!
Happy holidays my friends! I may be a summertime gal at heart, but Christmas is my absolute favorite holiday. I have Christmas spirit running through my veins all year round, but just after Thanksgiving I turn into Buddy the Elf. The element of surprise, Christmas decorating and spending time in the kitchen with my girlsContinue reading “Who runs the world? Oh that’s right, our pets!”
Day 2: Art Nouveau-Inspired Winter Elopement | French’s Point Estate
The weather outside today is frightful, so we’re back to showcase the rest of this stunning weekend from last year! For those who may have missed it, we shared a beautiful art nouveau-inspired elopement that we had the absolute pleasure of designing last year at French’s Point Estate. To recap some of the beauty fromContinue reading “Day 2: Art Nouveau-Inspired Winter Elopement | French’s Point Estate”
A Few Things We’ve Learned During An Unimaginable Year
There’s no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic has shaken us to the core. I never imagined to live to see such great destruction and loss in my lifetime, so quickly and so widespread. It has impacted every facet of our lives — from how we structure our daily schedules and habits, to how we manageContinue reading “A Few Things We’ve Learned During An Unimaginable Year”
Chelsea + Austin’s Barn On Walnut Hill Wedding | Yarmouth, ME
Happy Summer, my sweet friends! Our wedding season (and our world) isn’t looking exactly as we imagined, but it’s in full swing and we’re making the most of it. In fact, we just produced our first wedding of 2020, the new showroom is nearly complete, and we designed a gorgeous styled shoot last week. SoContinue reading “Chelsea + Austin’s Barn On Walnut Hill Wedding | Yarmouth, ME”
Mickey + Stephen’s Barn on Walnut Hill Wedding | Yarmouth, ME
To all my dearest friends, Clients and industry partners – I hope you’re well. The past few months have shaken the world as we know it and we can only hope and pray that you’re all staying healthy and well in this new reality we live in. If I know anything, it’s how grateful IContinue reading “Mickey + Stephen’s Barn on Walnut Hill Wedding | Yarmouth, ME”
Manhattan Glam Meets Winter in Maine at This Art-Deco Inspired Elopement | French’s Point Estate
If you live in Maine, you quickly learn that winter must be embraced (no matter how hard you try to fight it). It’s cold, yes, but the beauty of the season is something that can hardly be ignored. It’s one of my favorite times to find inspiration, practice my craft, and collaborate with some ofContinue reading “Manhattan Glam Meets Winter in Maine at This Art-Deco Inspired Elopement | French’s Point Estate”
Emma + Conor’s Hardy Farm Wedding | Fryeburg, Maine
Though we’re still as busy as ever over here (with new Clients and a big move!), January typically means it’s no longer peak wedding season for the AFA team. And as you might expect, we are seeeeriously missing all the fun that comes with event days. Thankfully though, the fun hardly has to wait untilContinue reading “Emma + Conor’s Hardy Farm Wedding | Fryeburg, Maine”
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