Samantha and Joseph

The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station Haddam, Connecticut

I first got to work with Samantha and Joe on an epic, foggy autumn day last year. We got some killer artsy shots, and they were a blast to work with!

Fast forward to last Friday, I saw them for the first time since then! When I walked into the bridal suite, I THOUGHT I heard Samantha mention something about swollen feet from being 12 weeks pregnant. Well, being a mom and a woman myself, I didn’t want to question that - since I wasn’t sure if I heard her correctly, so I waited (impatiently mind you) to hear again. Sure enough! Sam confirmed! She was not only 12 weeks pregnant, BUT she could also find out the gender of the baby on that day (THEIR WEDDING DAY) just by looking at her phone. Sam’s attendant from Riverview, Maria, had the genius idea of her and I looking at the portal message from the doctor and relating the gender to the DJ who would then light up the room in pink or blue to reveal the gender.

Needless to say, it was a SUPER exciting and emotional day! Not only was it the perfect wedding day, Samantha and Joe got to find out the gender of their first baby! They desperately wanted a boy, so when the room lit up in blue, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house *que the gooseybumps*!

It was such an epic day! We’re so excited for Samantha and Joe on their newest adventures of not only being newlyweds, expecting parents to a beautiful baby boy but also new home owners!!!

Congratulations, Samantha and Joe!!!

All our love!

Xoxoxo,

Rayleen, Meraki Photo, Inc.

Sam’s Dress by Allure Bridals via The Wedding Embassy in Watertown, CT

Gifts for bridal party from Amazon.com including fun socks, personalized bracelets, bottle openers and sunglasses

Music and fun by DJ Steve from KML Productions with JockintheBox Entertainment

Sam’s shoes by Steve Madden via Amazon

Sam’s garter from Etsy

Rings by Rumanoff's Fine Jewelry and Design in Hamden

Bridesmaids dresses from AZAZIE by Kathy Faber Designs LLC

Tuxedos from RAMS Clothiers

Ceremony officiated by Judy Thompson

Flowers by Ashleigh's Garden

Hair and makeup by Nikki Luth

Desserts and cake by Kim's Cottage Confections

Limo service by Gateway Limousine - Connecticut Wedding Limousines

Venue and coordinator The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station via Katie


Two perfume bottles photographed on orange background with minimalist styling.
Wedding rings photographed in dramatic lighting showing black band and diamond engagement ring.
A groom adjusts his bowtie while getting ready in a dressing room.
Black leather dress shoes with festive red socks displayed on a woven rattan surface.
Elegant white wedding gown with flowing tulle skirt captured in a bridal suite.
Group of groomsmen playing cards at a table with vintage bicycle decor on the wall.
Close-up of hands holding playing cards with a glass of whiskey in the background.
Final wedding preparation moments in an elegant dressing room with chandelier.
Bridal preparation scene reflected in a large vanity mirror with elegant lighting.
Black and white photo of bridal preparation through doorway with artistic composition.
Ornate mirror reflection captures wedding party gathering with welcome sign and staircase.
Black and white photo capturing flowing wedding dress on elegant staircase.
Candid black and white photo of groomsmen laughing together before the ceremony.
A playful bride and groom share a moment on opposite sides of a white door at their wedding reception.
Black and white reflection of someone in a sequined dress looking in a vanity mirror.
An emotional wedding ceremony takes place under a white columned porch surrounded by greenery.

Samantha and Joe's Engagement Session

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