[Wedding] Rowie & Justin – M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD

As I mentioned in a previous post, Rowie and Justin hail from my old stomping grounds of Baltimore. And if there’s one thing we Baltimore folks take seriously, it’s our Ravens! So when Rowie and Justin announced they would be holding their reception there, I thought that was just tremendously fantastic. Truth be told, I’m not much of a sports fan; I’m a bit of a nerd when it comes to my channel surfing habits (Travel Channel anyone?). But the thought if shooting somewhere so iconic, grand and recognizable as M&T Bank Stadium, it just boggles the mind that you’re even there. So while I was soaking all of this, imagine the entire bridal party’s taking part in some overzealous horseplay from endzone to endzone :).

But first things first, our morning started at the Marriott in the Inner Harbor, where Rowie and Justin got an early start to their day with the rest of the bridal party.

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Bride reacts during speeches at her wedding at Raven Stadium in Baltimore, MD. Captured by awesome Ben Lau Photography.

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Justin and Rowie, it has certainly been a pleasure going back to our hometown together with you guys! Thank you for allowing us to capture such a spectacular day, but most of all thank you for your continued friendship even after all these years. Congrats on everything, and we wish you two the very best as you sail off to the sunset together :).

This party was made possible in part by these wonderful folks!

Reception : : Ravens Stadium
Ceremony : : Loyola
Planner : : Felicia Kettler/Carly Mistovich
Gown : : Galina – David’s
Shoes : : Vera Wang
Rings : : Bario Neal
Hair : : Lisa Kastellorizios – Studio 61
Make Up : : Erin Erb – E Marie Makeup
Groom’s Attire : : Vera Wang
DJ/Entertainment : : Nightlife
Catering : : Aramark
Cake : : Grauls Market
Floral : : Flowers and Fancies
Favors : : DIY
Stationery : : DIY

As for us, we have a wedding to shoot today in good ol Jersey City, NJ! Weather looks questionable, but I hope it holds up! If not, I’ve got polka dot umbrellas with the bride and groom’s names written all over them!

Have a great weekend!

Ben & Karis

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