Looking at these pictures (dated July 2011), makes me feel that I would like to go back, just to spend a few hours surrounded by nature and good company!
Chiara, Pietro, Lisa, Margherita, Mara, Cris and Romy, thanks for welcoming me to your special place! Enjoy this lovely photo-memory!
I don’t know, maybe it’s the way Ines is leaning on Silvia, as if she was there to protect her, or maybe it’s the fact that Silvia is closing her eyes but she is smiling at the same time, seizing this loving moment, completely trusting her grandmother…For these reasons this is my favorite shot of that day, taken at Elisa and Federico’s wedding reception. As spectators, we enjoy admiring beautiful pictures, but we also need to connect to people, and photography allows that! I am proud of this shot, that technically is far away from being perfect, but when I look at it, a good feeling warms me up. And this is also what photography is about.
Elisa & Federico are my second cousins. They tied the knot in 2011 and I was invited to their wedding, together with my grandmother (who was obviously over the moon to get the chance to spend a day with her family!). Granny was one of the sisters of Federico’s grandfather, Alfredo, who unfortunately passed away the year before. His absence was palpably felt. But let’s skip our family stories to get straight to the point…
July the 2nd was a remarkable day: a loving & lovely ceremony was held at church; the grandfather walked Elisa down the aisle with the help of Mattia. while beautiful Virginia (their youngest) was cuddled by groom’s grandparents. Elisa was dressed like a model in her stunning gown! It was a summery, warm evening at the venue La Vignazza that was a tasty choice. Rossana & Guido, Federico’s parents (who are a sociable, warm and generous couple) were absolutely delighted. My cousins kids (they were quite a bunch!) were quite easygoing and enjoyable. During the dinner the music’s selection was perfection and oh yes, I took some beautiful shots of Ines (the groom’s granny) with her grandchildren.
Somebody is not getting into the mood of the occasion…
Granny with a TV advert smile!
Silvia Maria & Licia, first cousins of the groom
Amazing Mara!
The youngest cousins…
and the beautiful bride proudly escorted!
Virginia checking on the ceremony’s progress…
A relaxed but also touched Francesca, sister of the groom
Super Rossana, the mum of Federico!
The VW Dormobile!
Guido, the groom’s dad, known for his entertaining skills!
I LOVE these 2 pictures SO MUCH
but this is my FAVORITE! Granny Ines & granddaughter Silvia Maria
and to finish, the gown’s train!
Elena Arvasi Portrait Photographer 