Contagious love, impeccable weather, sweetest family and friends, beautiful and original 1920′s dress, nostalgic Rittenhouse Square, unique and gritty Tattoed Mom’s, delicious and cozy Bistrot La Minette. It was absolute treat to photograph Maggie and Josh.

Congratulations!

I might as well call this a destination wedding, because the closest to Dogfish Head Brewery (Rehoboth Beach, DE) were bride and groom who actually live in Boston. Robin and Sunil seem to be often traveling and on some adventure out there. I’m very glad they brought us along for the ride this time as we had a blast hanging out with them and their closest sixty some friends and family.

I’m very happy to present this October wedding. I can only remember how perfect the weather was! Not only did I become great friends with Jae and Deedra, but also got to witness so much love, where even officiant was in tears during ceremony! There is actually an amazing back story to how Deedra and Jason met, but we’ll save it for some other time. We’re here because of the story that happened after. Both Deedra and Jason have lively personalities that create an insanely vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy!

A few credits to everyone who made it possible …

Ceremony / reception venue: Duportail House
Caterer: Brother’s Catering Company
DJ:  Joe Maiorano
Dress: Something Blue Bridal
Designer of Monogram and other pieces: Kim Quinn
Cupcakes: Sallie’s Cupcakerie
Florist: Flowers by Lilly Ann Co. (bridal party/parents)
Flowers: Maple Acres Farm (DIY table arragements)
Photographer: Smirnov Weddings

Special thanks to my awesome team (Jauhien and Charles) for helping make the day go smoothly!

What a perfect New Year wedding! I know, seemed like all the weddings I  had in 2011 were perfect, but it’s true. Even when we could have freezing temperatures with snow, early sunset and everything in between, we had a flawless day that was relatively warm and sunny. To top that off, Kellye and Rob were absolute pleasure to work with. And for me that’s enough to make a great shoot. Enjoy!

Happy New Year!

I wish I could make two thousand eleven thank you notes to all of my family, friends, clients and everyone who helped me in this journey. 2011 was beyond expectations, all of our goals have been met and then some. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

I had such a great time with my new friends, who happen to be from Russia as well. Here is a glimpse of their life.

It’s been an amazing year for us and it’s not over yet. We’re steam rolling here at Smirnov HQ. I can’t wait to post everyone’s weddings including Jason & Deedra’s! Thank you for patience everybody. 1♥

Mid-September when I documented this wedding day is my absolute favorite time of the year, when the weather is great and the feel of the air reminds you of something new coming. It really makes me appreciate a nice temperature with winter approaching so quickly. Appleford is a gem of a venue and I always liked to work there. We just couldn’t have asked for more.

Congratulations Heather and Craig!

For me photographing a Russian wedding is sentimental in a way that I get to hear a lot of language and witness many familiar traditions. Everything is just a little bit different. I really like to photograph anything that is slightly offbeat. It wakes up my senses and inspires me to try something new.

Olga and Alex met over 7 years ago at a friend’s 4th of July BBQ cookout, Olga said “Alex fell head over heels for me, although he’ll never openly admit to this… even 7 years later.” Her most vivid memory of the wedding was: “Seeing Alex for the first time on our wedding day. The admiring and loving look on his face really enamored me and gave me a surge of energy to conquer the world…”.

From dusk till dawn…

I’d like to give big thanks to my 2nd pair of reliable eyes > Dustin, for his stealthy skillful capturing of the wedding.

Credits …

Venue / MC … Golden Gates / Yura Markosyan
Florist / Event designer … Trang
Dress designer: Ulla Maija
Gown vendor … Nicole Bridal & Formal Shoppe

I was very excited when Josh, a long time friend of mine, asked me to photograph his engagement with Jenny using just film.
This is always a real treat for me. Cameras used were Mamiya RZ67, Mamiya C33 (1970′s) and Leica III (1940′s). Shofuso, a Japanese house nested in Fairmount park with its timeless atmosphere really helped to set the tone…