Christina and John’s wedding day was the perfect blend of late winter charm and early spring warmth. Though it was technically still winter, the warm weather made the day feel like the start of a new season—fitting for the beginning of their new chapter together.


Their ceremony took place at the Federated Church of Sturbridge & Fiskdale, a classic New England church with a cozy, historic feel. The ceremony was beautiful, filled with lovely moments and surrounded by their closest family and friends. Afterward, we took family and wedding party photos both inside and outside the church, making the most of the charming setting before strolling around the outside of the church and the town common and heading to the reception.


The Publick House in Sturbridge was the perfect venue to continue the celebration. Inside Paige Hall, guests gathered to toast the newlyweds and enjoy an evening full of laughter, dancing, and love. The décor was elegant and timeless, with sage green bridesmaid dresses complementing the groomsmen’s classic black tuxedos. Thoughtful details, like honey jar favors and a personalized cake topper featuring the bride, groom, and their two dogs, made the day even more special.


It was truly a joy to capture Christina and John’s wedding day, and we couldn’t be happier for them. Congratulations, Christina and John! Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness!


Photography | Joe Dolen Photography

Venue | Publick House Historic Inn

Church | Federated Church of Sturbridge & Fiskdale 

DJ | Champagne Toast DJs

Florist | Wayside Floral

Dress | David's Bridal

Bridesmaids | Azazzie

Cake | Publick House Bake Shoppe

Classic New England white church with tall steeple and clock tower framed by bare winter branches against blue sky.
A person in a suit gets help adjusting their tie from someone wearing a bright blue sweater.
Two people sit in the back of a luxury limousine with blue interior lighting, one wearing a white wedding dress with flowers.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos and bowties stand in a row at a formal wedding ceremony venue.
Traditional church wedding processional with a bride in a white gown walking down the aisle.
A young boy in a formal black suit stands in a church aisle during a wedding ceremony, with pews and candles visible.
Wedding ceremony taking place inside a small chapel with arched ceiling and cross on altar during traditional Christian service.
Wedding ceremony inside a white chapel with wooden pews and hanging lanterns along the center aisle.
A formal wedding party poses in a traditional church sanctuary with a wooden cross and burgundy backdrop behind them.
Wedding party poses at altar in church sanctuary with burgundy curtains and gold cross.
Wedding party in formal attire poses together inside church sanctuary with wood pulpit and large cross on wall.
Classic church wedding ceremony setting with a wooden cross and candelabras at the altar.
Wedding party stands on steps of white colonial church with steeple and clock tower.
Wedding party in matching sage green bridesmaid dresses and white wedding gown pose on church steps with bouquets.
Elegant wedding photo on white church steps with a flowing bridal gown and floral bouquet.

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