Inspired by a love of craft beer, The Avett Brothers and enjoying each other’s company while laughing wholeheartedly, Heather + Jordan’s Accelerator Space wedding was full of personal details, intimate moments, eclectic decor and an edgy, modern aesthetic that complimented their love story and personalities in every way… not to mention, making time to take photos at Baltimore’s best industrial spots!

Holding their wedding on Leap Day was just one of the ways these lovebirds designed a wedding that was totally unique, fun, memorable and full of photo ops everywhere you turned. February weddings are not for the faint of heart… H+J braved frigid 28 degree temperatures for not only their first look, but portraits with their wedding party in Clipper Mill; our hands were frozen and our cameras took their time focusing, but these cuties won so many awards in my book – you’d have no idea how cold we all were!

Jordan’s reaction when he saw Heather for the first time says it all…!!!

Heather + Jordan’s modern industrial yet intimate and romantic Accelerator Space wedding was the best way to kickoff 2020… enjoy these sneak peeks, some of my ABSOLUTE favorites from their winter wedding in Baltimore!

9 FUN FACTS + HIGHLIGHTS:

1. Jordan wore a maroon plaid sport coat paired with black converse and a black cap while Heather wore a blush fur stole to keep her warm with white converse that were embroidered with her new last name!

2. H+J got married on Leap Day, which happened to be the same anniversary as her grandparents.

3. They shared their first date at a local craft brewery in Baltimore and as a homebrewer, their signature drinks were 2 of their favorite local craft brews (Bells Two Hearted Ale + Union’s Duckpin) and their favors were pint glasses that said ‘Love is Brewing’, so fun!

4. The Otherside Creatives and Lynn C designed an escort card display inspired by their love of beer: individual mini glasses of beer with hand lettered table assignments and a 6’ black acrylic Avett brothers sign with their favorite lyrics…

5. To maximize dancing with their guests, there was nothing but open dance floor after the MOH and Best Man gave their speeches – no formal / first / parent dances

6. Zeffert & Gold created the most delicious dinner stations which meant minimal lines while guests went up to get their food and tons of tasty options: a street taco bar with allll the toppings and sauces, lamb + flank steak with mashed potatoes and mushroom ravioli and chicken in a creamy garlic sauce

7. Thurman & Fig collaborated with The Otherside Creatives to create a hanging dried floral installation for the ceremony which was EPIC. It was able to be repurposed to go above the photo station with the couch and fern wall after ceremony was done.

8. Who needs a photo booth when you can design a photo lounge for guests to use??

9. Heather’s bouquet was full of king protea, tulips, roses, eucalyptus, ranunculus and palm elements… texture, burgundy, blush and amazing smells!

Starting the day getting ready at the Inn at the Colonnade meant we were really close to Clipper Mill and ultimately, the Accelerator Space. My texture loving heart was OBSESSED with all of Heather’s details!! Her dress had gold sparkles in it!

Once we couldn’t feel our limbs anymore, we headed back to the Accelerator Space to get ready for the ceremony with a stop at Full Tilt Brewing, just below. Love the colorful, unconventional and urban feel this space had to it!

We had never photographed a ceremony in the den space yet and I can tell you, it’s pretty amazing!

Cheers to you, newlyweds! Here’s to have and to nornhold forever and ever… we were so honored to document your wedding and all the emotion and excitement behind it!

xo,
Naomi

VENDOR TEAM LOVE

planning: The Otherside Creatives
photography: Urban Row Photography
venue: Accelerator Baltimore
music: Bachelor Boys Band
HMU: Pretty Weird Beauty
florals: Thurman & Fig
rentals: Something Vintage Rentals
catering: Zeffert and Gold
lighting: Event Dynamics Inc
calligraphy + signage: Lynn Cipollone