There is a reason why Clarks Landing Yacht Club has been recognized as one of the top wedding venues in the country. Located on the shores of Point Pleasant, this venue combines breathtaking waterfront views with unparalleled accommodations for the wedding of your dreams. As a New Jersey wedding photographer, I recently got the chance to work with Kate and Evan, and let me tell you, this celebration was truly one for the ages! If you have been considering a Clarks Landing Yacht Club wedding, I would love to tell you all about why this venue is in a league all on its own.
About The Clarks Landing Yacht Club Wedding Venue
847 Arnold Ave, Point Pleasant, New Jersey 08742
Before I tell you about Kate and Evan’s wedding, let’s get into the history of the Clarks Landing Yacht Club. This venue is a part of the Beau Truesdale Wedding Venues collection, but it’s quickly become the darling of the bunch. The crew brings their planning expertise to this space, giving you waterfront views with black tie treatment. Not only will you have a gorgeous locale and a seamless day, but you are also going to have some of the best food around, thanks to Hassan A. Mohamed, their Certified Executive Chef. Trust me, people are going to be talking about your wedding for years to come.
Now, on to the couple themselves. Part of the fun of my job is getting to chat with couples and find out more about their love story. When I asked Kate about this, she gave me all the details!
We both went to Syracuse and got set up by my best friend and bridesmaid, Alicia, for my sorority date night. We hit it off immediately. Everyone says we had heart eyes, stumbling in drunk from the night. Evan really tried to date me, but I had just gotten out of a very long-term relationship, so I was unsure – that said, he completely wore me down and now, almost six years later, here we are, living together in Boston and planning a wedding! If you’re thinking, why New Jersey when we live in Boston, it’s because I grew up going to Spring Lake, and Evan also grew up on the Jersey Shore, it’s actually where he first told me he loved me.
Details of the Grounds
Kate and Evan are a couple brimming with bright personalities, and their Clarks Landing Yacht Club wedding gave them the best opportunity to show this off! Before their wedding, their guests were treated to the best invitations I have ever seen in my entire career. The customized stationery set the scene for the day with hand-crafted paintings showing off the shore.
When their wedding day finally arrived this July, the energy was already palpable. We started things off as Kate put on all the finishing touches. By the way, this venue offers a beauty salon filled with bright lights and neutral colors inside the bridal suite. It is ideal for your bridal portraits! As Kate got ready with her bridal party, they danced and shared a toast while crying happy tears.
Before their ceremony began, the two shared an intimate moment on the porch for their first look pictures. During the reveal, the yachts sailing across the water provided a serene backdrop!
Their ceremony took place in the clubhouse. This space was designed to show off the water without all the inconveniences of an actual outdoor vow exchange. The stage has been set up in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a panoramic view of the waters. The couple said their I dos, then shared a kiss before moving on to celebrating!
The reception took place in the ballroom, kicking things off with the couple’s grand entrance down the staircase. Immediately, the vibes were off the charts. Both Kate and Evan are so perfectly themselves, and their personality stayed on full display for hours. We listened to heartfelt speeches, ate the most delicious food, and then spent the rest of the evening dancing as the sunset over the water just outside the windows. To find a wedding this marvelous and unique is a rare thing indeed!
Photography Opportunities
With Clarks Landing Yacht Club, there will be endless spots to take pictures ahead of your wedding. As a photographer, I was immediately struck by the floor-to-ceiling windows that let in streams of natural light. When combined with the light color palette of the building, it served as the best backdrop throughout every portion of the wedding day.
After Kate finished putting on all the finishing touches, we headed outside so she could get pictures in her gown. We used the entrance of the building for this portion, with her veil softly floating in the breeze. With the French doors in the background, it was positively dreamy!
For Evan, we used the pier for pictures with his party. It was large enough to fit him and his eight groomsmen! We also used this spot for couple’s portraits as seagulls flew above us.
The exterior of the clubhouse offered a few more ideal spots for their portraits. The balcony overlooking the water was ideal for a shared kiss before the reception. Additionally, the porch was the dreamiest spot for their grand reveal!
Wedding Details
When I say Clarks Landing Yacht Club will spoil you, I mean it! This is a team dedicated to planning unforgettable celebrations. When you first reach out, you will be instantly connected to their team of experts. They are going to get to work helping you figure out every last detail. They welcome weddings of all faiths and backgrounds, offering inclusive services for all of their couples.
When you work with the Executive Chef, he will help you figure out the menu that will elevate your day. They can handle everything, including meals, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, cakes, and desserts. Throughout the evening, you will also have service staff throughout the venue keeping things running smoothly.
This award-winning venue has rentals available for every portion of your day. The space is wheelchair-accessible and will ensure your guests feel spoiled. This venue is able to fit up to 300 people, making it ideal for weddings of all sizes.
I Hope You Just Fell In Love With The Clarks Landing Yacht Club Wedding
If you are looking for the perfect waterside venue for your New Jersey wedding, it doesn’t get any better than a Clarks Landing Yacht Club wedding! Check out this venue today so you can see if it’s the one.
Once you do have your venue, it’s time to start thinking about your photographer. I hope you keep me in mind! As a New Jersey wedding photographer, I am wild about working with couples to document every romantic second together. If you want to see if my style is a match for yours, let’s chat about it! Send me a message today so I can tell you all the details. Talk to you soon!
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Vendor Information for Kate & Evan’s Clarks Landing Yacht Club Wedding:
Bride: @katebothmann
Groom: @evan_bothmann
Venue: @clarkslandingyachtclub
Dress designer: @annebarge
Bridal Boutique: @elizabethjohnscouture
Entertainment: @bachelorboysband
Cake: @palermosbakeryuc
Makeup” @tayabermudez
Hair: @studiofoxyardley
Suits: @suitsupply
Stationary: @wildwoodcalligraphyandpost
