Bri and James held their wedding on a family farm and slept in a tent afterward. It had rained all week, and in a wedding season where nearly every weekend threatened the opportunity for wet weather, they embraced the possibility.

I met Bri many years ago when she was assisting a good friend at a wedding on Nantucket, and I’m so glad we could reconnect. She is an art director, photographer, and designer. You should see her work. And it turns out that James and I have some connections, too. He was born in Biloxi, MS, where I have roots in journalism.

Their celebration was filled with small and big moments of deep meaning. Though Bri’s professional work involves carefully and meticulously curated outcomes, she left room for me to approach their wedding as a mystery unfolding. They remained connected to their experiences while I collected the memories.

Bri and James, my biggest congratulations to you. I look forward to staying in touch.

Planning + Design: Samara Oliver from Just as Planned
Floral: Bell Brook Farms
Decor: Brianna Coleman (aka the Bride!)
Tenting: Baystate Tent Event Services
Bride Hair + Makeup: Made By Mack
Entertainment: Lucas Walters
Guest Glamping: The Pop-Up BNB
Catering: Struck Catering
Cake & Desserts: The Bean Counter