Saltwater Farm Vineyard Wedding | Gaby + Dave - wedding photographer in CT

{Saltwater Farm Vineyard 11.19.22}

Gaby + Dave’s November wedding at Saltwater Farm Vineyard was truly something special. Filled with romantic moments, artful details, and the kind of dreamy light that makes you want to relive the day over and over again. They trusted me completely to photograph their day in my signature emotional, vintage film-inspired style, and I can’t even explain how much that freedom meant to me as a wedding photographer based here in Mystic, Connecticut.

Getting ready on the big day…

From the moment I stepped into Gaby’s getting ready suite, I knew this day was going to be magic. She wore this incredible feather-sleeved robe that felt straight out of an old Hollywood film reel, and it paired so beautifully with her soft, vintage-inspired bridal makeup. When she slipped into her tulle gown—with its structured, corset-style bodice from Everthine Bridal Boutique—we were all just in awe. The texture, the movement… it was one of those dresses that just moves like a dream in photos.

Over on Dave’s side, the vibe was timeless and clean. He wore a sharp Indochino suit and looked so ready to marry the love of his life.

A first look among the vines…

Even though the vines weren’t in full bloom (hello, late fall in New England), they were still the perfect moody, romantic backdrop for Gaby + Dave’s first look. We spent time wandering the vineyard before the ceremony for their couple portraits, and honestly? The soft November light and the slightly bare vines gave it all such a cozy, nostalgic feel—exactly the kind of vibe I love to capture. Emotional, artful, and a little bit cinematic.

A tent ceremony + warm reception vibes…

Their ceremony took place under a beautifully draped tent right outside the vineyard’s tasting room. It felt intimate, heartfelt, and full of personality—which is so them. Afterward, guests moved inside for a cozy reception full of glowing lights, wine barrel details, and the most incredible floral installs by Flower Works.

One of my favorite moments of the entire day was when I photographed Gaby + Dave inside their fully set reception space before guests entered. There’s just something so special about watching a couple see their wedding vision come to life—months of planning, color palettes, mood boards… all brought together by their talented vendor team.

A wedding photographer’s dream come true…

From a soft ivory + blush floral palette to the timeless cake by Matt Seguro, every detail was curated to feel elevated yet true to who Gaby + Dave are as a couple. Clique kept the dance floor packed, Coastal Gourmet served up the coziest seasonal menu, and Dawson Entertainment set the mood with dreamy lighting that brought the space to life.

As a wedding photographer in Mystic, Connecticut, I feel so lucky to photograph love stories like Gaby + Dave’s—days that are beautiful on the outside, but even more meaningful underneath. From the emotional first look to their romantic golden hour portraits, everything about this wedding reminded me why I do what I do: capturing moments that feel like art and memories you can feel every time you look at them.

Gaby + Dave, thank you for trusting me to document this day through my creative lens. Your wedding was truly one for the books—and I’ll never forget it.