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Venue: Franklin Institute
Event Planner: Porch and Pearls
Getting Ready: The Logan Hotel
Wedding Dress: Laura & Leigh Bridal
Suit: Suit Supply & The Black Tux
Band: Bachelor Boy’s Band
Photographers: Diego and Liza Photography
Franklin Institute Wedding
I am a big fan of a New Year’s eve wedding!
In 2022, I photographed my first New Year’s Eve wedding at Horseshoe Valley for Rosie and Shayne’s wedding, and it was an absolute blast. To make it even more special, it was also a destination wedding in Philadelphia. I have no idea how Liz and Erik found me in Toronto, but luckily, they did 🙂
I arrived in Philly the day before the wedding and decided to go check out all the locations right away, to make sure I would be ready on the day of the shoot. There are so many awesome things about destination weddings – one of them being the surprise factors of a new place to shoot. After shooting Sam and Patria’s wedding in Whistler, and Leia and Dilan in Kazakhstan, I was so excited about this new adventure in Philly.
Getting Ready
The morning started at The Logan Hotel in downtown Philadelphia, Liz got upgraded to the presidential room, OMG!!! Which had a stunning grand piano that of course, we used for photos. With the exceptional job of Marian Braccia from Porchand Pearls the morning went so smooth, we had time to do all the shots that Liz wanted AND the shots that I wanted.
Portraits at Rodin Museum
After the getting ready we went to Rodin Museum to do the first look, couple portraits, and family and bridal party shots. That day was expecting a lot of rain – but just for us – the rain gave us a brief break during the time we needed to be outside, and it was actually quite charming. Right after these photos, we went to the Philadelphia City Hall – which had a very old-fashion and unique carousel out front which ended up been a great spot for some photos.
Portraits, Ceremony, and Reception at Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute is a photographers’ wonderland. We used the brain exhibit for some more couple portraits, and that was Liz’s favorite spot.
When we arrived in the ceremony space, I understood why they choose the Planetarium at the Franklin Institute. The whole ceiling was covered with twinkling stars and the moon was unbelievably stunning.
For the reception Liz had made a dress change, both dresses from Laura & Leigh Bridal. The Bachelor Boy’s Band kept the whole night full of energy until the 2023 countdown! Thank you so so so so so so so much Liz and Erik for such great opportunity!! I had one of the coolest experience of my life photographing you two. xoxo Diego
Check out the full gallery of Destination New Year’s Eve Wedding at Franklin Institute in Philadelphia – Liz and Erik
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