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Joe + Ann

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The Wyndham Hotel

Newport, Rhode Island

Joe and Ann's wedding day, marked by a blend of tradition and elegance, unfolded under the soft patter of rain, starting with a deeply meaningful ceremony at St. Mary's in Cranston, RI. The rain, far from dampening spirits, added a touch of magic to the day, as the couple exchanged vows within the sacred walls of the church, its architecture a silent witness to their commitment and love.

As the celebrations moved to The Wyndham Hotel in Newport, the gentle rain created a romantic backdrop against which the evening's festivities came to life. Despite the weather, the warmth and joy of Joe and Ann's love shone brightly, illuminating the grand ballroom of The Wyndham. Every detail, from the vibrant floral arrangements to the sumptuous menu, reflected their unique story, with the rain adding a layer of cozy intimacy to the gathering.

Their first dance, a moment of pure connection and joy, was made all the more memorable by the soft sounds of rain against the windows, reminding everyone present that the best days are not diminished by storms but are made unique by them. This day, a seamless fusion of Cranston's spiritual heritage and Newport’s coastal elegance, was a testament not just to Joe and Ann's love but to the unfaltering spirit of celebration, proving that even rain couldn't stop them from experiencing the best day of their lives.

Photo Look: MMC 2
Package: Deluxe Too ++

Vendors:
Caterer: Wyndham Newport

Venue: Wyndham Newport

Planner: Chelsea Jenkins (Wyndham Newport)

Florist: Franchesca's

Hair: Kauri & Co.

Makeup: Kauri & Co. and Joyce Alina Beauty

Decor: Fabulosity Designs

Dress: Alexandra's Boutique & Almeida's Bridal Alterations

Cake Maker: Sweet Works by AJ

3 Tips for Your Engagement Session

Saint Lucy Vincent Beach

Martha’s Vineyard, MA

At Move Mountains Co., we believe that engagement sessions are an integral part of the wedding experience. These sessions allow couples to celebrate their love and capture memories that will last a lifetime. In this resource page, we share some essential tips that will help you make the most of your engagement session.

Tip One: Choose a Recommended Location

Choosing a location is crucial for capturing stunning photos during your engagement session. At Move Mountains Co., we highly recommend using our preapproved locations for best results. Our talented photographers are familiar with these spots around Southern New England and know exactly where to find the perfect lighting and scenery. Choosing a new location can be a bit challenging, and sometimes, it may not yield the best results. Click here to view our recommended locations for your engagement session.

Tip Two: Wear Clothing You Feel Confident and Comfortable In

Your engagement session is all about capturing your love and unique personalities. To help you feel confident and comfortable during your session, we recommend wearing clothing that makes you feel good about yourself. It's essential to choose clothing that reflects your personal style and makes you feel your best. If you're a bit self-conscious, we suggest wearing clothing that won't exacerbate your insecurities.

Tip Three: Dress for the Weather

The weather can be unpredictable, especially in Southern New England. Before your engagement session, check the forecast and dress accordingly. If you're having a beach session in April, wearing a flowy thin dress may not be the best idea as it can be freezing and uncomfortable. Instead, we suggest wearing layers and bringing a jacket or sweater just in case. Being comfortable during your session is essential, so make sure you're dressed for the weather.

We hope these tips will help you prepare for your engagement session and make it a memorable experience. At Move Mountains Co., we are passionate about capturing your love and creating memories that will last a lifetime. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to working with you!

“Our photos are unbelievable, we love them! Thank you so much.”
— Olivia
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Jim + Lisa

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Newport Beach House Wedding

Newport, RI

Jim and Lisa's wedding at the Newport Beach House wedding venue was a dream come true. The setting was absolutely breathtaking, with the beautiful ocean views and the elegant architecture of the house serving as the perfect backdrop for the ceremony. The ceremony itself was filled with emotion, as Jim and Lisa exchanged vows in front of their closest family and friends. The reception was held in the house's grand ballroom, where guests were treated to delicious food, music, and dancing. The entire day was filled with love, laughter, and a sense of joy and connection that was truly special. It was clear that Jim and Lisa's wedding at the Newport Beach House was a day that they and their guests would never forget.

Photo Look: MMC4
Video Look: Classic
Package: Deluxe Too + Photo + Luxe Wedding Album + Luxebooth

Vendors:
Caterer: Newport Beach House
Venue: Newport Beach House
Florist: Greenlion
Hair: K Jane & Co
Makeup: Blushing Bride RI
Music: C-Zone Entertainment - DJ Max Baun
Invites: Little Black Dress Paperie
Dress: Madison James Bridal

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Ryan + Charissa

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Belle Mer wedding

Newport, RI

Ever since we shot Ryan + Charissa’s engagement shoot we knew their wedding was going to be nothing short of breathtaking. Just as we predicted, that was exactly the case! These two exuded elegance with their looks and stunning wedding details. All the while being genuine and fun-loving. Having the opportunity to shoot their wedding at the beautiful Belle Mer was an absolute pleasure! To anyone looking for some bright and airy inspo for their big day we highly advise you to keep scrolling!

Photo Look: MMC1
Video Look: Classic
Package: Deluxe Too

Vendors:
Caterer: Belle Mer
Venue: Belle Mer
Florist: Floral Mischief
Hair: My Big Hair Day
Makeup: Sarah Desmarais
Music: Meritage Entertainment
Invites: Minted
Dress: Ines Di Santo

Tim + Olivia

Saint Lucy Vincent Beach

Martha’s Vineyard, MA

Tim and Olivia’s engagement session at Martha’s Vineyard was our favorite photo session to date. We loved getting to visit this down to earth couple’s favorite beach with our engagement photography and videography team. We now offer engagement videos for our wedding brides and grooms as the perfect creative element to include in your engagement session. This teaser is easy to share on Instagram and is a beautiful way to remember the days leading up to your wedding. If you’d like to learn more about booking an engagement video session with us, you can reach out to us here:

“Our photos are unbelievable, we love them! Thank you so much.”
— Olivia

Mike + Becky

Castle Hill Inn

Newport, RI

Mike and Becky’s sunny, bright, romantic mansion wedding at Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island was filled with so many sweet candid moments that our wedding photography and wedding videography team had so much fun getting to capture. Our wedding photographer and wedding videographer’s photojournalistic approach to the wedding day allowed the wedding team to stick to the background and let the bride and groom really enjoy their day while still capturing all of the heartfelt, beautiful moments in photos and in video. If this laid back photography style fits what you’d like for your wedding photos and wedding film, reach out to us today before our season books up!

“So excited about our wedding photos! We are beyond happy with them.”
— Becky

Tyler + Lauren

Colt State Park

Bristol, Rhode Island

Tyler and Lauren are a down to earth, fun loving couple and our wedding photographers loved getting to photograph their windy March engagement session photos. Their two hour engagement session at Colt State Park in Bristol, Rhode Island took full advantage of the early evening light and the diversity of their location. This wedding couple knew that they wanted their Save the Date photos to include some scenic photos by the ocean as well as in the woods, and this portrait session location was the perfect fit to get the best of both worlds. We can’t wait to see them again at their wedding this autumn at Oceancliff!

Chris + Christina

Brenton Point + Fort Adams

Newport, RI

Chris and Christina held an intimate elopement ceremony this past month to celebrate their love and life together, and our wedding photographers had the chance to document it! This adventurous couple set out against the winter wind and even some rain to get some elegant, dramatic portrait photos at Brenton Point State Park and at Fort Adams. After being together for almost six years, Chris and Christina’s romantic story and excitement to elope came to life in their photographs! It was a misty, magical day, and this bride and groom took it by storm!

“These folks were great. They were a pleasure to deal with and were very creative in their approach. They accommodated all of our random photo requests and their own ideas blew us away, and we got our photos back sooner than we expected. I recommend them whole heartedly!”
— Jacob D

Aaron + Heather

Salve Regina + Forty Steps

Newport, Rhode Island

Engagement session season picks up right as summer wedding season slows down! Aaron and Heather got to meet up with their wedding photographer right before the winter chill rolled in. This happy couple’s adventure began when they met at Salve Regina in Newport, Rhode Island, so it was such an honor to head back to where it all began for their two-hour engagement session. Our top rated wedding photographers loved getting to know the bride and groom while hearing stories and visiting the spots where they first fell in love. Their engagement shoot was the perfect warm up for their wedding photography and videography this upcoming Fall at Gurney’s in Newport. If you’re recently engaged and looking for a wedding photographer or wedding videographer, we’d love to connect!

“My fiancé and I had our engagement photos taken this past fall by Move Mountains Co. and we couldn’t be happier with how they came out! They were amazing to work with and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. We were blown away by their attention to detail. Our photographer brought us back to our first location after noticing the lighting from the sunset, which turned out to be some of our favorite pictures. We are so excited to work with the entire Move Mountains Co. team for our wedding next fall!”
— Heather

Tim + Katie

Beavertail State Park

Jamestown, RI

We’ve been looking back at our favorite weddings and engagement sessions from previous wedding seasons and we wanted to share a throwback to Tim and Katie’s engagement session at Beavertail State Park in Jamestown, Rhode Island! Their love story began with just a high school crush, it was incredible to see how far this New England couple had come. By the time the sun set on the beach at the end of their photo session, this bride and groom was more than ready for their wedding the following summer. If you’ve ever been on the fence about having an engagement session, our photographers always recommend trying it! Feel free to reach out to us with any questions you may have!

“Absolutely incredible team of photographers and videographers! Our wedding day could not have been captured any more beautifully and we are so thankful to Move Mountains for that. If you are looking for a professional, thoughtful and extremely talented group of people- look no further!”
— Katie

Daniel + Chelsea

The Bohlin

Newport, RI

One thing’s for sure: Dan and Chelsea know how to throw a party! Our wedding photography and videography team had a blast at this bright summer wedding! This fun-loving couple had an effortless wedding day seeing all that Newport, Rhode Island had to offer! They took on the nautical town by trolley and hit some classic Newport landmark spots for their wedding photos and wedding film! After starting the day at RaNew Salon, we were able to have their first look photographed at the elegant and beautiful Salve Regina University! After saying “I Do” at The Bohlin, they were whisked away to the sailing docks to take a quick breath and get some beautiful photos along the water! After this, it was straight to the tent reception that they had all been waiting for! Our bride and groom danced the night away, and our photo and video team was there to catch all of the best moments! We hope you enjoy!

Vendors:

Venue: The Bohlin
Flowers: Robin Hollow Farm
Hair/Makeup: RaNew Salon & Spa
Band: Clique (via Wilson Stevens)
Invitations: Lasting Impressions

“I wish I could give 10 stars! I am so happy that we found the team at Move Mountains Co. to be our photographers and videographer for our special day. Our engagement session with Sean was awesome because it gave us an opportunity to meet each other before the big day and for him to get to know our personalities. Nicole, the Studio Manager, was great to work with, as she was quick to respond via e-mail and always available to answer my never ending questions over the phone. Day-of shooters were Sean and Tiahna and they were so great, especially because they patient with our large bridal party, which at times was a rowdy crew!”
— Chelsea