Summer Camp of Love

On the verdant grounds of Sebago Lake’s Camp Mataponi, Clara and Ilan tied the knot surrounded by friends and family in a unique celebration of love, creativity and, of course, organized group sports!  In addition to orchestrating a stunning wedding reception, Clara and Ilan planned a three-day extravaganza filled with lakeside dinners, field day-style competitions, campfires and one of the most interactive Horas in Without A Hitch history! 

​The captivating images below are courtesy of Lauren Ortega Photography.

​While Clara and Ilan’s guests enjoyed a little friendly competition to kick off the wedding day, the bride and her bridesmaids enjoyed a little pampering from the stylists and makeup artists of Jewlz Beyond Hair.  Clara was radiant in her fitted lace gown, complete with timeless accents including a vintage floral hair pin and wristlet!  

​Despite the light rain, there was no shortage of beaming smiles when Clara made her entrance on the arm of her father, Jorge.  In a thoughtful and moving ceremony led by friends Chaz and Amber, Clara and Ilan pledged their commitment to one another in vows recited from an intricate Ketubah designed by the groom’s aunt.  With a resounding Mazel Tov, Clara and Ilan were declared husband and wife!

Following the ceremony, guests were invited to enjoy an outdoor cocktail hour with sweeping views of Sebago Lake and tasty hors d'oeuvres courtesy of the awesome staff of Camp Mataponi.  In a sneak peak of the incredible dancing to come, several guests jumped right on to the dancefloor to enjoy the musical stylings of DJ Mike from Party Excitement Entertainment!  After being hoisted above their guests in an enthusiastic Hora, Clara and Ilan were also treated to a hysterical Leibadik, where guests tried to make them laugh using handmade props and costumes! 

​The reception venue, with its remarkable wood ceilings and staggering views of the lake, was made even more breathtaking by the addition of the bride’s carefully-curated tablescapes.  Each place setting featured a unique combination of vintage plate, wine glass and tea cup, all of which were collected by the bride over the course of several months!  In fact, Clara’s incredible creativity was evident in every element of the day – from the hand-painted signs and hand-drawn camp maps to an unparalleled dessert table, no detail was overlooked!  

​Thoughtful and humorous toasts, a packed dancefloor and a late night campfire ensured that Clara and Ilan’s “Summer Camp of Love” Celebration went out with a bang!  We know this awesome couple will be enjoying s’mores together for many years to come!