The Latest Blogs

An Over The Top Wedding...On Stage!

Kelli Stopczynski |  December 13, 2010

This week's article is a wedding story submitted by 2010 bride, Kristy Hronick. Enjoy the sophisticated details, intricate planning and amazing photographs! 

Money Matters: Why It's Important to "Talk Budget"

Jessica Pennington |  December 5, 2010

When it comes to wedding planning, we all know there’s the “tough stuff” and the “fun stuff.” Cutting down a hefty guest list and managing stressful family members both fall into the “tough stuff,” but what usually tops the list is money issues. Luckily, with a few easy steps you can save yourself a whole lot of stress! 

Mishaps, Good-haps, and Better Photographs

Nicole Waldron |  November 29, 2010

There is a photo that sits in our studio window of a bride and groom surrounded by their bridal party, and when potential clients come in for a consultation, they always say, “I want that.” Of course you’re probably wondering what ‘that’ is. Well it’s not the pose or the location, it’s what the people are doing that the couples want – the group in the photograph is having fun!

Another Winter 2011 Sneak Peek

Kelli Stopczynski |  November 23, 2010

When DJ and Brooke Fitzpatrick needed a reception venue to accommodate their 600+ guests and the stunning Palais Royale was already booked, the Executive Director at the nearby Morris Performing Arts Center had an idea.

Sneak Peek Winter 2011 Cover Shoot

Kelli Stopczynski |  November 19, 2010

Consider this our Thanksgiving gift to you - a sneak peek behind the scenes at our winter 2011 cover shoot! We also want to give a HUGE thanks to the vendors who helped us pull it off. We had a fantastic day shooting and came away with some amazing images...and these aren't even our best shots!

Anatomy of an Event: Case #1 - Patel Wedding

Cher Goggins |  November 15, 2010

We thought it might be fun to take you from start to finish on an event. This was a great challenge. How do we flip a room filled with 475 people in less than 2 hours? Planning + teamwork!

Cake & Desserts

Cake Inspiration!

Macris Bakery |  November 5, 2010

Your wedding cake. It’s not only an expression of you and your groom – but also an incredible way to showcase your personalities and carry out your theme and color palate. Instead of writing a long article, we wanted to show you photos of how other brides and grooms have used their wedding cakes as a unique and delicious expression of who they are.

Ten Tips for Planning the Perfect Outdoor Wedding

John Pierucki |  November 1, 2010

Are you thinking about having your wedding and reception in a beautiful outdoor setting? Can you picture yourself next to a rippling stream, amidst stunning gardens and a waterfall, surrounded by lush lawns on a beautiful sunny day and all in a private setting?

Choosing Music For Your Ceremony

Meg Rodgers |  October 25, 2010

You’ve worked hard to plan your dream wedding down to the last detail. As you go over the day in your head you imagine the hall, your guests and friends, the flowers, the church, your dress, walking down the aisle to….. silence? You forgot the music!

What to Look for When Selecting a Bridal Salon

Cheri Meingasner |  October 18, 2010

Your wedding gown can be one of the biggest purchases you make for your wedding day. It represents your style and sets the tone for both the ceremony and reception. But you don’t want the search for the perfect dress to turn into a nightmare, so we came up with a checklist of what to look for when selecting a bridal salon to even try on gowns.