Take a look through our photographs from this wonderful summer wedding at the Mallard Island Yacht Club located in Manahawkin just over the bridge to the LBI. Featuring panoramic views of the bay and gorgeous grounds, it’s one of our favorite shore venues to photograph at that doesn’t involve actually stepping foot on the beach. We when arrived both the bride and groom were getting ready in their respective suites with the very numerous members of the wedding party. The guys laced up brand new Air Jordans while the girls perfected their look in coordinating blue dresses.
Soon it was time for the first look which was perfect on the covered walkway to the ceremony and from there we took a spin around the grounds for some portraits of the couple and then into the shady ceremony space for the bridal party and family photos. From here on out we just followed up the day and captured all the moments in in our candid and photojournalistic style. Guests arrived and mingled in the courtyard before filling up basically every seat there was. While the bride and dress was beautiful, the head to toe Pokémon suit worn by the ring bearer might be one of the best wedding outfits we’ve seen. After vows, rings, and a kiss the couple was married and the fun began!
Cocktail hour took place indoors and outdoors which amazing food lining basically every wall. The ceremony was upstairs with guests seated in a dining room but dancing in an atrium with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the bay. The entrances and first dances all took place in the last hour of daylight before the sun set and the party got just a bit crazier. Enjoy the photos below and if you want to see more we’re always happy to share the full gallery from beginning to end!