Erin and Drew at the Molly Pitcher

It was about this time last summer that I was strolling the Asbury boardwalk with Erin and Drew for their engagement shoot.  We had a great time that evening, shooting and talking about their upcoming wedding plans as I got to know this smart, funny and easygoing couple.

Fast forward 9 months and I was arriving at the Molly Pitcher on a lovely spring morning to document their wedding day.  The details embraced a fresh palate of navy blues, pinks, and cream for a very classic style. The bouquets featured some stunning peonies with pops of white and green.  The ceremony was at Atlantic Highland's St Agnes, and for portraits we visited the beautiful gardens at Deep Cut Park.

Cocktail hour was held outside, with a soft breeze coming off the Navesink River.  Once the party moved inside, things got a little crazy on the dance floor, thanks to the B Street Band and some very lively dancers! It was quite a night.

   

Rachel and Patrick on a cold afternoon in Asbury

So first of all, I have to thank Rachel and Patrick for being such troopers on this freezing cold afternoon.  I was hesitant to schedule a portrait shoot in January, but it was worth the effort (and cold fingers) to capture the quiet, moody backdrop of the boardwalk in winter.  

Any Mickey Rouke fans out there?  These shots were taken inside the old 'Casino' building by the waterfront, which was featured in the 2008 film "The Wrestler".

  Asbury's beachfront has recently transformed into a bustling, hip summer destination.  But the atmosphere of this winter boardwalk shot reminded me of the 'old' Asbury.