Atlantic City Country Club Wedding Photographers: Danielle & Matt

November 2, 2018

You won’t want to miss this fun, vibrant, unique Atlantic City Country Club wedding…

Danielle shared, “As soon as we saw her beautiful photos online, we were immediately interested in working with Rhinehart Photography. Every shot that I liked had her logo on the bottom. Our first meeting totally sealed the deal, we knew we didn’t want to work with anyone else.”
She continued, “The way Lisa puts effort into getting to know each couple personally before the big day is something I loved and would have never expected. Matt and I are pretty awkward in front of the camera so she made us feel very comfortable on our wedding day.”
Danielle really liked the color and creativity of my work and the raw emotion that I love to capture. For the opening shot I brought in red from flowers nearby as Danielle and Matt laughed together and in the photo below I played up the crystals in Danielle’s shoes ;).

While I love capturing candid moments like the opening shot, I love to pose people, too. They looked like Greek Goddesses in their robes so I posed them for a quick pic…

Pint sized problems… The real behind the scenes, when you are short and trying to reach your gown, haha…

I caught this one of Danielle dressing- I love to play with colors and reflections… the blue light coming from the window was the perfect complement to the orange light from the wall.

Matt shared, “Danielle is always beautiful, but on our wedding day she was radiant, just glowing…”

Another simple candid moment with the flower girl…

Danielle shared, “I knew he was different than anyone else I had ever met before. He is caring, ambitious, and loyal.”

She continued, “Matt is also a total goofball!” Here he arm wrestles with his twin brother…
Looking good, gents…

The anticipation leading up to the first look was pretty intense.

Matt shared, “Seeing her on our wedding day… wow!!! I’m used to her being dolled up and beautiful regularly, but this was different. It meant so much more. She was radiant and glowing and it was truly such a beautiful moment.”

Danielle shared, “I’m looking forward to everything I get to experience with him from making him learn more duets to sing with me in our kitchen, to raising our children together… starting with this little one due in May!!!” (Whoa congrats, guys!!!)

I totally flipped when I saw this, and promptly snapped a photograph! If this isn’t good luck, I don’t know what is!!

I love being a preferred vendor at Atlantic City Country Club, as I have so much to work with there, from the architecture and skyline to the golf course and grounds… Here is a little arial right after their first look ;).

While I love candids and shots that show off the location, I really enjoy giving my couples an eclectic mix that includes traditional portraits as well…

With these two there are always so many smiles and laughs, I loved the pond and the weeping willows, just stunning…

Matt shared, “One of the many reasons that I fell for Danielle was how she truly loved and cared about me. I knew that she would be there for me whenever I needed her. She is passionate and loyal, especially to her friends and family and I’ve always admired that in her.”
I love how soft and peaceful this image is…

Matt went on, “Danielle and I have a lot of the same interests and values. She takes such great care of all of our animals at home. I know she will be an amazing mother and can not wait to start a family together. Every milestone in my life will be better with her in it!”

Danielle mentioned Matt being a goofball and Matt mentioned Danielle was bubbly and fun– here they are letting it all hang out a little, haha!

The ring bearer is not too sure what to make of it…
Ready for their cover in Vanity Fair or Vogue 😉

Those rose petals and cathedral length veil, wow!

Danielle shared, “We incorporated a wine box into our ceremony , writing each other letters on our wedding day and locking them in a box with a bottle of wine so we can open it and enjoy both on our anniversary.”
She continued, “One of my favorite parts of our wedding day was actually writing my letter to Matt. It was so nice to stop and take a break by myself just to really focus on the love and happiness I felt on that day. I’m excited for him to read it in a year’s time.”

I like to play with different light, and silhouetted them here…

Such a gorgeous ceremony space and these two being surrounded by all those who love them…

Tee hee, playing with perspective again…

Haaa, so many interesting expressions here:

Kiss the bride…

Once was not enough…

The place settings were so pretty and each table number signified and important number for these two…

Mat shared, “My favorite part of the wedding day was the reception– the introductions, first dance, speeches, etc. Each was meaningful and memorable in their own way. I loved every second!”
Here Danielle’s mom is spun into the reception hall during her introduction…

Now for the really interesting part– dancing on the clouds…

What a dip!!!

The speeches were fantastic– one of several great speakers, laughs all around…

Danielle’s father tearing up during the father-daughter dance…

Dance floor shenanigans by the kiddos in the bridal party…

Sugar…

We stepped outside for a bit and I wanted to pull in the colorful lights of Atlantic City…

I also wanted to capture the drama of the dark…

And for my final image, pulled in the rain that had just started…

Danielle & Matt, thanks so much for inviting me to capture your big day! These are just a few of the highlights, many more coming soon! If you’d like to see another Atlantic City wedding of mine, click here.