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Fernando + Michael

I’ll take an intimate garden wedding with a fancy dinner party ANY DAY over a big, ultra-traditional catering hall wedding. Really— if I can go a whole day without hearing the words “ballroom” or “banquet”, I’m a happy camper.

I get so inspired by couples who think outside the box and curate a day that truly represents them, their values, and their relationship. It’s honestly what keeps the art fresh for me, and keeps me feeling optimistic about not just my work, but society in general.

Fernando and Michael filled their wedding day with things that would really bring them joy: a lush garden setting filled with flowers and art and nature, their closest friends and family, and beautiful shared meal with drinks and rich conversation. They chose Madoo Conservatory in Sagaponack, NY as their venue which is close to their home in East Hampton, and as they walked the property with their guests, you could feel their innate connection to the people and environment around them.

The day began with a walk around the grounds to pick the flowers that they would use to decorate their own wedding cake. Now, a lot of the time when couples tell me that they are DIY-ing something like that, I get skeptical. A lot of things are better left to the pros, but let me tell you, I was blown away by this one! Fernando and Rita had a vision, one inspiration picture, and just the right amount of artistry to pull off a cake that was more like a piece of artwork than a dessert!

Their ceremony soon began, and with a live musical performance, Michael and Fernando arrived in the garden where their guests were already arranged among the fabulous yellow chairs. They were officiated by the mayor of Southampton, Jesse Warren, and exchanged their vows with their friends and family surrounding them. A beautiful cocktail hour followed, which was full of celebration and good drinks, and then sun began to fade into the horizon just in time for a beautiful golden hour.

As night approached, guests sat for a wonderful meal hosted by Janet and her talented team at Janet O’Brien Caterers. Toasts and speeches were given, cake was cut, and the wine flowed the whole evening. A spectacular way to spend the day in my opinion!