Cailen + Sean; France Destination Wedding!

This was like the wedding I imagined for myself after watching Disney movies as a child. It was one for the storybooks, set in a private chateau in Le Grand Lucé, in the Loire Valley of France.

I feel so lucky that Cailen and Sean found me floating around the internets. It’s such a true blessing when I get to work with a couple so kind and loving. The relationship Cailen has with her siblings is enviable. Her brother had so much to say in his toast that he wrote her a book. Her little sister clung to her side as Cailen prepared for her right of passage. At one point, they lay on the bed, gazing at each other with marvel, saying I love you. I mean, wow. Just being around that kind of love is eye opening. And that’s to say nothing yet of Cailen and Sean.

I love my job because it is pure joy. I get to be around all these amazing people with amazing relationships, and I get to tell their amazing stories. Sean came to America from Ireland on a track scholarship. It was on college track that he met Cailen, and these years later they look at each other like they each are the luckiest people around.

Also, the Mayor of the town donated all the flowers for the wedding! How insanely awesome is that?? Cailen and SeanCailen and SeanCailen and SeanCailen and SeanCailen and SeanCailen and SeanCailen and SeanCailen and Sean

Yup. That’s the place!

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That’s Husbone in the back helping out with getting ready! He’s very helpful!

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The traditional French Wedding Cake was SO delicious! As was everything else we ate!!

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by Punam

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As the cold chicago days press on I come to your site to look at our pics and it makes me so happy! Thank you for these memories Punam and Andrew.

Oh wow!!! This is so gorgeous!!! I’ve just discovered your work (I’m French!) and I love it!! Beautiful photos!

Elegant, natural and positively superb imagery!

beautiful photos – such great colors and depth. well done!

MARY CORRIGAN

WHAT A SUPERB JOB ! YOU TWO HAVE ENORMOUS STYLE AND SENSITIVITY! I HAVE SENT YOUR BLURB TO FRIENDS , ALL OF WHOM ARE ENORMOUSLY IMPRESSED WITH YOUR WORK!

What an amazing location to get married at!! And sensational photos as always! You have such a talent!

Nili

Hard not to smile just looking back on that day. I love you both, what truly phenomenal photos!

Niki

Wow, they look like a Hollywood couple! So elegant and gorgeous. Just when I think you’re unable to outdo yourself, Punam, you prove me wrong! Everything is so beautifully captured…no one could have done better. Kudos, you are a freaking genius!

Mike and Karen Pearson (O'Sullivan)

Dear Sean and Cailen,
Congratulations !!
You are both so beautiful. It was quite emotional looking through your wedding pics.
And made me so proud to be related to Sean – Richard is my cousin.
My mom is Kitty’s sister. Richard is her newphew.

If you ever come to South Africa, PLEASE contact us.
Both Gill, my sster, and I are in the hospitality industry. Gill and her partner Gideon own a stunningly beautiful guest house on the whale watching coast near Cape Town http://www.clifflodge.co.za
My husband Mike, and I have just completed the development of a Luxury Tened Safari Camp near Port Elizabeth, http://www.sibuya.co.za and are partners in and run a Luxury Tented Safari Lodge near the Kruger Park. We are going to be living there from January 2010.
Come and visit ! We would love to host you. xxxx

Wow Punam! What a beautiful wedding and what a great opportunity for you! You so rock!

Oh my … sooo beautiful. What a truly amazing place to get married… and such lovely photos as always!

Too amazing for words! I could not imagine such a perfect French wedding captured in a more perfect way. Each image is full of emotion, beauty, and the most gorgeous color! They make me want to hop on a plane to France RIGHT NOW!

Monique Lowe

WOW- very dreamy….

So beautiful!!! Love the post work.

I’m completely breathless! Such stunning photos!

Kirstin @ Weddings Unveiled

How gorgeous!

These are pretty much insane. Excuse me while I clean up the puddle of drool in front of my computer screen.

What a dream wedding! So lovely, romantic, and elegant all at the same time. I’m jealous of being able to shoot in France! You did a wonderful job, as always.

WOW!! What a beautiful couple and wedding and you captured it all in some amazing photos! Love your work!

What a magical wedding! Truly a storybook event. You captured some amazing moments.

Steve Birnbaum

Most amazing couple, wedding, and fortunately…incredible photos to preserve the perfect day!

So beautiful!!! and so freakin’ jealous you shot a wedding in France..insane!!!

andrea

WOW. Spectacular photographs of a spectacular wedding. You are amazing. I love the b&w of the bride and groom through the veil, so classic.

wow! amazing!

This was one classy home run and they picked the BEST photographer to do the job beautifully.

I’ve been following your blog for a few months and I just wanted to say how much I truly enjoy your photos. You are so inspiring and are just awesome at what you do. Thanks for inspiring me every day.

Sean

Brilliant stuff Punam. We are so happy with everything and had such an amazing time being with you and husband.

Ummm…. AMAZING!

Nothing short of spectacular- a fairy tale for sure!

wow, wow, wow!

Dana

the b&w of the bride & groom is Iconic!

Amazing photos, totally stunning couple!!!!!!You did a wonderful work!

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