Rose and Kwo celebrated their intimate wedding day at Anchor Inn in Pasadena, Maryland. As soon as I arrived I was taken aback by the venue’s beautiful waterfront view.
I love waterfront weddings. So, I was very excited to see the view and began envisioning some photography opportunities for later in the evening.
Luck was on our side this day. Once Rose and Kwo arrived, they decided to have an outdoor ceremony. This had been in question since it had rained leading up to the big day. Thankfully, the rain stayed away and we could take advantage of the waterfront view along with some of the photography opportunities I had envisioned.
Getting Started
The photography coverage started with a first look at the pier. Once Rose and Kwo had their moment together, we quickly moved into the ceremony which was brief yet powerful. Love was definitely in the air as they exchanged vows in front of their 80 closest friends and family members.
These micro-weddings are honestly my favorite to document. They are small enough for me to photograph everyone involved while still being big enough to capitalize on epic wedding venues such as Anchor Inn.
Once the ceremony concluded and the portraits began, we worked with efficiency in mind since the chilly March winds started to creep up on us. We were able to get some awesome portraits together then quickly moved back inside to warm up.
The reception section featured a choreographed dance that Rose and Kwo performed flawlessly. In our initial conversation, they had mentioned taking dance lessons which paid off.
The night ended with a private cake-cutting, emotional parent dances, and a groovy dance floor to top off the fun-filled day.
To experience Rose and Kwo’s micro wedding day, check out the images below or click here to see their full gallery.
Enjoy the photos!
![venue sign image of anchor inn in pasadena, maryland](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-2-1500x1000.jpg)
![wedding venue shot of anchor inn in pasadena, maryland](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-14-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride walking up to groom for their first look on a pier at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-24-1500x1000.jpg)
![groom smiling while seeing bride for the first time on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-27-1500x1000.jpg)
![groom kissing his bride on the forehead during their anchor inn wedding day](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-36-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom walking together on a pier on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-46-1500x1000.jpg)
![wedding ceremony detail shot at anchor inn in pasadena, maryland](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-68-1500x1000.jpg)
![groom reacting to seeing bride walk down the aisle](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-109-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride walking down the aisle](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-116-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom at the altar at anchor inn in pasadena, maryland](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-138-1500x1000.jpg)
![guest taking iphone picture of bride and groom at the altar](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-163-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom first kiss during their ceremony at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-167-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom exit their wedding ceremony together at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-175-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom family photo](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-180-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom smiling and looking at the camera together during their anchor inn wedding day](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-192-1000x1500.jpg)
![bride and groom kissing underneath a veil on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-205-1000x1500.jpg)
![bride and groom walking in front of their wedding venue on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-216-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom looking at each other and smiling during their anchor inn wedding](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-222-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom sunset portrait looking at camera and smiling on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-228-1000x1500.jpg)
![bride and groom holding hands on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-232-1000x1500.jpg)
![wedding reception detail shot at anchor inn in pasadena, maryland](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-82-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom first dance on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-308-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom having their first dance on their wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-292-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom cutting their wedding cake together during their anchor inn wedding day](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-329-1500x1000.jpg)
![groom dancing with his mother on his wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-353-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride dancing with her mother on her wedding day at anchor inn](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-379-1000x1500.jpg)
![bride smiling at her mother while dancing together](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-370-1000x1500.jpg)
![bride dancing with bridesmaid](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-394-1500x1000.jpg)
![wedding guests dancing and having fun](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-390-1500x1000.jpg)
![wedding guests dancing with each other](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-402-1500x1000.jpg)
![bride and groom dancing on the dance floor together during their anchor inn wedding](https://jasonmontoyaphoto.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/anchor-inn-wedding-photography-422-1500x1000.jpg)
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