They had me at AVAM\u2026.when Dave\u2019s mother, Bobbi, called to ask me to photograph his wedding, I really could hardly contain my excitement. First of all, it was such an honor to be remembered as the photographer who took his sister\u2019s wedding photos when she was married here on the Eastern Shore several years ago. The Liebenberg family had remained one of my fondest wedding memories from that alone. In fact, if Katie would only move here, it wouldn\u2019t be a minute too soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, you see how being asked to shoot Dave and Kathleen\u2019s wedding was such a welcome treat. But, it gets even better- add in that they had chosen what I believe to be one of the absolute coolest places ANYWHERE for a wedding- The American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, and I just knew that they were going to continue the tradition of fantastic couples having fantastic weddings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And they didn\u2019t disappoint! From the rehearsal dinner to the last of the reception, it was an amazing day and night. Dave and Kathleen shared their First Look atop Federal Hill, a place near and dear to my heart and also, arguably, the best skyline view in town. The museum is a short walk from there so we took advantage of some of the unique features there including the replica of Baltimore stoop, steps and painted screens. Such fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the ceremony, held in a courtyard between buildings, you could literally feel the love. I think that the photo of Dave\u2019s uncles clapping after everyone yelled \u201cMazeltov!\u201d shows just how enthusiastic the guests were at that moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From there, guests enjoyed a lovely cocktail hour in the \u201cbarn\u201d (what a ceiling!) and finally made their way to the reception room to continue the festivities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things I loved: Kathleen\u2019s dress and beaded shoes. A showstopper. Dave\u2019s pink tie, ok I love pink ties\u2026, and their smiles during their First Look. It was as if there was no one in the park but them. The cute little flower girls and ring bearer. Dave\u2019s mother\u2019s wonderful and heartfelt speech at the rehearsal dinner and his dad\u2019s at the reception. The mother\/son dance. Bobbi\u2019s face the ENTIRE night. Kathleen and her friends dancing and just enjoying the celebration. Seeing Katie\u2019s adorable kids. I could go on and on\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope you enjoy your sneak peek, Kathleen and Dave! There\u2019s tons more to come so carve out an evening next week to relive your wonderful day though our eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Congratulations!! It was an honor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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