Bring on the Rain

"And when it rains on your parade, look up rather than down. Without the rain, there would be no rainbow. "
- Gilbert Chersterson

Now Booking 2012 Weddings

With 2011 wedding season underway, it's time to look ahead to 2012. I'm not one to want to rush things, but if you're considering a 2012 wedding, now's a great time to book!

For Sale

A. Background Kit, $300
One Photek 12' Portable Background Support System with Bag
One Collapsible Sky Blue/Pink (5'x7') Background
One Westcott Muslin Sheet 10'x12' Background (April Showers - Light Gray/Light Blue)
One Westcott Musiln Sheet 10'x12' Background (Expresso - Tan/Brown)
One Westcott Muslin Sheet 10'x12' Background (Midnight Sky - Dark Gray/Dark Blue


B. Studio Lighting Package, $1500
Two Calumet Travelite 750R Monolights w/Flashtubes, Modeling Lamps, Power Cords and Flashtube Covers
One Calumet Travelite 375R Monolight w/ Flashtube, Modeling Lamp, Power Cord and Flashtube Cover
One Large Carrying Case
Two Sync Cords
Two Calumet 45" Umbrellas with Removeable Black Cover w/ Individual Bags and Case
One Calumet Softbox (Aprox. 36"x28")
One Calumet Softbox (Aprox. 28"x26")
One Gossen Luna Star F2 Light Meter (w/ Incident Diffuser Dome Attachment)
Three Manfroto 367B Basic 9' Light Stands (Black) with Case


C. Boom Rig, $250
One Red Wing Compact Boom Assembly with Weight (Used Only Twice)
One Heavy-Duty C-Stand
Three Locking Wheels

Therese and Wade

As her sisters stated so eloquently in their joint toast, Therese is a Rock Star from a family of Church Organists who met the love-of-her-life when she found Wade, a fellow rocker from an unlikely place, Northern Maine.

Therese and Wade tied the knot on the rainiest, most blustery day in all of Fall. But, as cliche as it sounds, their smiles lit up the evening and their love truly warmed the hearts of everyone in attendance.

Congratulations, Therese and Wade!

Kelly & Gregory

Every wedding day requires a lot of planning. Brides often thumb through magazines and clip out dresses and centerpieces even before their beau pops the question. Kelly and Greg's wedding is no exception. Kelly's mom, Karen, "warned" me about this big day a good two years in advance... and it was well worth the wait!

It's hard to pick a favorite moment from Kelly and Greg's special day. It could be the fact that Kelly was absolutely stunning. Or maybe it's the random pup that nearly "did his business" on one one of the groomsmen during the formal pictures? But the rockin' reception is in contention for favorite moment too! No matter what, this wedding will go down as one not to soon forget!

Congratulations Kelly and Greg!

Sarah & Jason

Sarah said it best when she exclaimed on her wedding day, "How much does God love me!?" As it turns out, lots of people love Sarah... And Jason too.

Love was in the air on the last day of July. It was on the face of every guest, in the songs sung by the groom and his brother, and surely it was evident in the overall feel of the whole, sunny, happy day!

Katie & Brock

On an island off the Coast of Maine, not too far from where Brock "popped the question", he and Katie said, "I do".

What a joy it was photographing Katie and Brock's special day. The very nature of an island wedding means it's laid-back and fun... And it was. It also means that either as a guest or a vendor, you get a chance to really get to know everyone there... And we did.

From the hilarious groom to the fun and artistic bride, every moment was pure and meaningful and thoroughly enjoyed by all at the Inn on Peaks Island.

Jill & Josh

Jill & Josh are now back from their romantic Mexican honeymoon, so I thought I'd post a short video of a few of my favorite images from their recent Kennebunk nuptials. Congratulations!

2010

Happy belated new year! So far, in 2010, I've been busy chatting with wonderful brides (and grooms) about their big days. Brides have been busy booking their dates and clipping images to show me, and I've been scoping out new locations and keeping up with the new trends in photography. It's truly a fun an exciting time of year!

With that said, if you, or someone you know is planning a wedding in 2010, it is time to book your photographer. I know wedding season, for me, is starting early, with my first wedding coming up in May, but dates are booking fast! I only photograph one wedding per weekend, in order to devote my full attention and time to that special couple, so if you have a specific date in mind, it's important to book early... But don't forget to enjoy your engagement too... It goes by so fast!

Happy 2010 lovebirds!

No Ho Ho

Just a reminder that Santa will not be visiting Denise Dupuis Photography this year. So sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Have a safe and happy Holiday season!

FALLing in love...

I believe that Fall is the perfect time of year for a wedding. I'm pretty sure that Angela and Steve, who celebrated their special day on the 6th of November will agree. From the colors at St. Max's to the roaring fire at Camp Ketcha, Fall is the perfect time for FALLing in love!

The Long and Short of It.

Many of my loyal blog readers and friends knew I was excited for the opportunity to photograph Nicole and Ryan's wedding on Long Island, Maine this August. I was so looking forward to working with this great couple, who I met at another wedding I photographed last year, and anxious to go out to the beautiful, picturesque island. The day, the people and the island did not disappoint.

I hope the images I snapped captured what a laid-back, casual and fun couple (and place) this was. There was no formal dancing, no stuffy hall and no lengthy toasts or introductions... Just Ryan, Nicole and all their friends and family on this special and memorable day... That's the Long (Island) and short of it!

'Gimmie' One Good Reason

One of the best reasons for family portraits is to welcome a new member to the family. That's why the G. family and I were at the beach at the crack of dawn on a Saturday morning... And of course, to celebrate the 40th wedding anniversary that started it all.

I (Still) Do

On the evening of their 10th wedding anniversary, Laurie and Peter decided that they (still) want to spend the rest of their lives together. Here are a few of my favorite images from their intimate and romantic vow renewal ceremony on Parson's Beach.

Run, Ryan, Run!

What a fun time I had with little Ryan and his folks at Bayview! I've been photographing Ry Ry for most of his 4 years now, and it's been so fun to watch him grow! This year, the Maine coast gave Ryan the perfect space to run around from water to rocks to dune grass to log, etc. I hope that I was able to capture his spirit and energy in this special family's session.

My Man Malcom

Though I'll no longer be accepting new portrait session appointments, there are a few that still dot my appointment book well into the summer, so I'll be sharing them with you when I can.

Just the other day, it was my pleasure to meet Mr. Malcom here in Lyman. Malcom is a handsome guy who loves apples, throwing rocks and running, (yes, running) around his beautiful yard with mom and dad in toe.

This little guy is going to be a big brother soon, so his thoughtful parents wanted to be sure to capture this special time in all of their lives... A time when it was just mom, dad and my man, Malcom.

Happy with scattered laughs...

The forecast for Sandra and Jim's garden wedding was less than ideal, but this laid-back bride and easy-going groom managed to pull off a sunny feeling afternoon despite the cloudy skies.

The couple, who reside in Arizona, wanted nothing more than a beautiful coastal Maine wedding to showcase Sandra's home state. From the lighthouse cake to the whoopie pie favors, to the unexpected thunderstorm, that's exactly what they got... Welcome to Maine!

Exclusively Weddings...

I'm excited to announce that Denise Dupuis Photography is now exclusively offering wedding photography!

In addition to allowing me to spend more time with my patient family, offering my services exclusively to brides and grooms, will allow me the luxury of giving each wedding the special attention each of these memorable days deserves.

I'd like to thank each of the WONDERFUL clients who I've worked with over the years whom I now consider friends and ask for your understanding during this time of change. I will, of coarse, be honoring the sessions previously scheduled, but will no longer be accepting new appointments for family portraits, high school senior sessions, headshots, commercial work, etc.

I feel so blessed to have had such a unique, varied and thriving, small business for the past six years and look to the future with optimism and excitement as I turn a page and venture into a whole new chapter of the same, great book...

Jess & Anthony

If you're a regular blog reader, you know that I feel that every wedding is special. But Jess and Anthony's wedding was just a little "more special" to me.

I feel like I've gotten to know this happy couple so well... first, at their engagement session, complete with the actual surprise engagement, and then at their engagement session to announce their pending nuptials.

The three of us have rolled around in beach sand, driven around town in my van and chatted about this wedding so much, I was actually sad when it was over! Though two years of wedding planning has come to an end for Jess and Anthony, this photographer is so excited to see what comes next for them...

It's Prom Season!

I was thrilled to photograph Victoria and Ian before they headed off to the MHS prom this weekend. These are a few of my favorite images.