Cornish Maine Wedding Photographer // Shaina & Nick's Wedding // Arabella Estate, Buxton, Maine

Shaina and Nick met at work and got engaged this past July. Nick proposed right in their kitchen! Shaina, obviously, said, yes and here we are!

The planning had begun last year. Shaina and Nick hired me to be their photographer and I couldn’t be happier.

Along with Shaina’s planning, she also started to collect all sorts of amazing details for her wedding. Most of which had her and Nick’s names on them along with their wedding date. One of my favorites, was a set of cuff links that Shaina had ordered for Nick that she had engraved with the words “You are my everything” & “love Shay”. It was such a beautiful touch to her details that Nick will be able to wear over and over again!

Shania and her entourage spent the evening before her wedding setting up the barn. I was amazed at how perfect everything looked. They did such a fabulous job! The huge flower arbor behind the sweetheart table was an impressive focal piece in the room. I loved all the twinkle lights that Shaina incorporated into her decorating.

Shaina’s family finished up the ceremony site while she got pampered. Nick was also hanging around as hair and makeup was getting done. Shaina looked absolutely stunning as the finishing touches were applied.

Nick got dressed, including his amazing cuff links. Shaina came in and gave her approval. It was so sweet. Then we kicked out Nick so Shaina could get her dress on.

Shaina’s mom and aunt helped her into her dress with custom sleeves. Then it was off to the first look. We walked down to the barn where Nick was waiting with his back turned. He turned around and was in shock at how beautiful Shaina looked. They had the sweetest first look where they quietly spoke to each other.

Shaina and Nick then went into the barn to hide to wait for the ceremony to begin!

Outside they had someone playing acoustic guitar while their guests sipped on champagne and socialized. Minutes later the planner was having the guests sit and the family started to make their way down the aisle.

Nick watched as Shaina made her way towards him down the aisle. They were both beaming. The ceremony was quick and sweet with both of them exchanging the vows that they had each written.

After a quick round of family formals, we started Shaina & Nick’s formals in the most beautiful golden light. I love how comfortable they are in each others presence. They both just laughed and posed as we did all of their pictures.

As the sunset, it was time for the couple to be introduced as husband and wife into their reception. They kicked off the party with their first dance as a married couple. They danced to “On My Way” by Jennifer Lopez. Nick jokingly lip-synced along to the song and everyone laughed.

After a quick dinner, Nick danced with his mom, Shaina danced with her dad and then her stepdad. As a finale, Shania danced with her mom. She clearly has a very strong relationship with her and, so this dance in particular was awesome to watch!

And, just like that, the dance floor was open! Shaina and Nick’s guests all danced and had an amazing time!