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Rainy Spring Wedding at the Candlewood Inn in Brookfield, CT: Nicole & Jason

April 9, 2025

I’m always a little bummed when I look at the forecast and see rain on a wedding day. Yes, it is considered good luck. Yes, we will make beautiful photos indoors or out. But this day was different. The spark between Nicole and Jason lit up the day more than any sunshine ever could. They weren’t worried about a little rain on their wedding day. You could tell, from the very start of the day, that the only thing that mattered was each other. It was so beautiful to witness and such an honor to capture. Because that love is all that really matters on your wedding day!

 

Now onto this beautiful wedding day!!

I loved all of the tiny Disney-inspired details incorporated into their day! My favorite was this sweet Tangled ring box for their detail photos!!

I’m always game for a first look with your wedding party and these ladies did not disappoint!!

Shoutout to these ladies for braving a little rain for these portraits!

After the rain picked up, we moved indoors to finish up their group portraits and it was the right choice when the skies completely opened up!!

The only request from the Groom was some photos of him fishing. Even in the rain, we made it happen!!

I’m always a huge fan of interactive cocktail hour games and puzzles like this!

Loved that we were able to get some umbrella portraits outside! The Candlewood Inn is so gorgeous even on a grey and rainy day!!

This Maid of Honor speech had my tearing up with laughter and heartfelt joy for Nicole & Jason.

The sweetest bouquet dedication that I’ve seen yet! Absolutely love this new tradition!!

 

A huge thank you to all of Nicole & Jason’s incredible vendors who made this day so amazing!!

Ceremony Venue: St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church | Reception Venue: the Candlewood Inn | Photography: Chelsea Lavallee Photography | Hair: Kyra Tarquinio | Makeup: Kindred Beauty Co. | Suit Shop: Men’s Wearhouse | Floral Design: Hudson Valley Florist | Stationery: Truly Engaging | Signage: Elas Customs | DJ: On1 Entertainment | Photo Booth: Glam Mirrors

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We are Chelsea and Ryan!

I am the photographer and the creative brains behind this business. While I do this full time, I am also a part-time ninja coach! I also am obsessed with coffee and love to dance and crochet!

He is the financial and logistic brains behind this business. Outside of here, he is a 2nd Grade bilingual teacher, a ninja warrior coach, a runner, and an avid pizza fan!

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Full time photographer, part time ninja coach. Explorer of New England and lover of coffee. Add in some crochet, the cutest kitty, and an amazing husband. Basically my life in a nutshell!

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