Destination Wedding Photographer - Edinburgh

If you are planning a destination wedding let Scotland be high on your short list. Step back to the “old country” with many ancient castles and great history from “braveheart” country. The capital Edinburgh is also the “festival” city at the heart of the city high on a rock with devine majesty, is a castle, an ideal scenic wedding destination. Heading a short distance down the Royal Mile is St Giles’ Cathedral, where the Earl of Strathearn (prince William) was given the Order of the Thistle by the Queen with a magnificent reception venue The Signet Library next door. Further on near the end of the high street is Canongate Kirk which held a Royal Wedding in 2011 and has a wonderful bright interior and a large court yard for a city centre church.

Near Edinburgh is the privately owned Borthwick Castle where brides can prepare in the bedroom where Mary Queen of Scots resided. Couples can choose between a ceremony in a nearby church and being led back to the reception in the Great Hall by a piper or in the Garrison room at the castle. There is an opportunity for bride and groom portrait photographs on the top of the twin towers and enjoy spectacular vistas as the late night sun sets.

Another beautiful venue for your wedding, is Oxenfoord Castle in Midlothian and again you can decide between a ceremony at nearby Cranston church and walk back led by a piper down the “long walk” turning off to have some portraits at the old gate and the bridge. Although fine weather cannot be certain you can at least be guaranteed beautiful ornate interiors from the many wedding venues Edinburgh has to offer. However the more adventurous may want to venture to other parts of Scotland, such as Dryburgh Abbey and the splendour of Roxburgh Hotel and Golf Course in Roxburghshire and home of the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe.

Edinburgh Wedding Photographer Ivor Tetteh-Lartey has many years professional experience in documentary wedding photography in Scotland and his commercial background enables Ivor to create beautifully lit and romantic album images that will give you viewing pleasure for the years ahead. So if you are searching for a professional photographer to create images of your special day, please get in touch with Ivor.

Karen Skelly Photography Photographs Fun People

Karen Skelly is a professional photographer in Durango CO.  She serves the entire Southwestern area of Colorado including Durango, Ouray, Telluride, Pagosa Springs, Cortez, Bayfield, and Farmington NM.  She is a Certified Professional Photographer and earned that designation through the Professional Photographers Certification Commission.  This was an extremely difficult testing process involving written tests and image submissions.  She invested the time to learn her profession and that means she promises to invest that much time in her client's images.

Karen Skelly Photography loves to photograph fun weddings in Durango CO with people who want to have a great time and have their emotions out in the open to be captured in beautiful images.  Weddings are such a special time in anyone's life and it should be remembered by the couple throughout their lives and also for their children, grandchildren, and all future generations.  This is why she tries to impress upon couples the importance of a wedding album.  It's great to have a dvd of all the images, but a professional wedding album will last forever, whereas a dvd will be no good in roughly 5 years and studies have been done that show 90% of couples don't do anything with the dvd of images and so eventually, they have no wedding photographs.

Another offering in her wedding packages is an engagement session.  Those engagement images can be placed into a gorgeous 8x8 album with pages for the guests at the wedding to sign.  I can't tell you how wonderful this album is for couples getting married.  It's also a great way for the photographer and the couple to get to know each other and understand each others' personalities and how you work together.
Here's what Kyle and Heather had to say about their experience with Karen  (they are the couple on the bridge with their reflection in the water):

"We Truly Love Our Album"
Everyone who sees our pictures say they have never seen anything like them.  There is such variety!  Karen really captured every special moment and put it in a picture.  We will be able to remember these moments for a lifetime and pass them on to our family.  We can't wait to work with her in the future.  Thanks again for everything.  Kyle and Heather Papez"

Being a Durango Photographer means the wedding locations are all amazing with beautiful backgrounds of mountains, rivers, and trees.  If you need help deciding on a location, Karen can help with suggestions and pointing you towards websites to view.  If you need help with any other vendors, she would be happy to give you lists of the best vendors in Durango or the surrounding area.

For your special wedding and your need for a Durango CO Photographer and the surrounding area -
Visit her website at http://www.karenskellyphoto.com/ - Send Karen an email at karen@karenskellyphoto.com - Call her at 970.884.5292

You can view her facebook page, twitter, and linkedin for more information.

Let Sugar Creations Be the Sweetest Moment of Your Wedding - Uniontown, KS

Your gown is perfect and your groom is romantic.  You have planned a passionate ceremony and a great party.  That wedding cake can be the sweetest moment of your day. When you order your cake from Sugar Creations, you will have the best of both worlds:  the cake is gorgeous and luscious!

Smpeel38 wrote this review for wedding wire:  “My daughter's wedding cake was absolutely beautiful! It was exactly what she wanted and we couldn't have been more pleased with Rebecca's work. The (groom’s) cake was very unique and I (applaud) the creativity this woman has. She is truly amazing!”

RChristy wrote this review for wedding wire:  “We LOVED our cake! It looked AMAZING and tasted DELICIOUS!!!!!!”

With reviews like these, it is easy to see why the awards for this wedding cake shop include 2012 Wedding Wire Bride’s Choice.  Rebecca Sutterby is any award-winning master cake artist. Her appearances on the Food Network and the TLC channels have allowed many to see her spectacular work as she competed. She is no stranger to BRIDES magazine and her instructional work has been seen in print as well as video.

Rebecca began Sugar Creations in 2002 and is fully licensed to work in Kansas.  You can feel sure that your cake is being done by a seasoned professional.

Go to www.sugarcreations.com and click on the link to Flicker.  You will see photos of Rebecca’s magnificent designs for all occasion cakes as well as her wedding designs. You will determine that no one else should make your cake after you see the styles and beauty of her creations. 

Sugar Creations is located in Uniontown, KS and Rebecca will deliver your cake and set it up at locations in SE Kansas (within a 50 mile radius) all the way to Nevada, MO.  For delivery in other areas such as Joplin, Topeka, KC and Lawrence, you will pay an additional fee. 

Custom cakes designs begin at $100.00 with a dozen designs beginning at $39. For tiered cakes, the charge is $6.25 per serving. This knowledge will help you plan your budget. All cakes are custom-order and are one of a kind creations.  This brings the theme of uniqueness to your cake. What a wonderful gift to your guests!

Wedding consultations are by appointment only.  Phone 620-754-3537 or email sutterbys@ckt.net to set up your appointment.  Dates fill up quickly, so plan ahead and reserve your wedding day cake with the best cake baker around. The address is 103 West 3rd, Uniontown, KS.

Let the Park Avenue Band in Indianapolis Celebrate with you

The Park Avenue Band in Indianapolis, IN will offer you a night of fun and dancing to their most popular songs.  Keyboard and horns, drummer, guitarist and a vocal team will play during your reception and meet your reception budget.  Go to www.theparkavenueband.com and listen to samples of their music.

Even if you have a special song or favorite, the band will be able to provide it for you.  Young and old will enjoy the sounds of the Park Avenue Band.  Their smooth sounds have been heard in venues across the country at reunions and other celebrations as well as at weddings.

Look at the website and listen too.  You will be convinced that this band will be perfect for your wedding reception all you have to do is book well in advance.  Every contract reveals all the details and there are no hidden costs.  Once the band knows the venue, a price can be quoted.

Call 317-753-1998 to talk about your reception and give some specific information so prices can be determined.

The musicians will dress in tuxedos for the reception unless you prefer different attire.  The group has been around and being professional is in their repertoire. And by the way, you are more than welcome to use their microphone for your toasts and announcements.

It is as easy as can be to contact this group after you have made your decision about music.  Talk to them and listen to the music offered on the website.  If you wish to have a complete CD, just email on the site or call.  One will be mailed to you. Just email: thepark_avenueband@yahoo.com.

You can select from many genres of music and isn't that the idea for a special reception?  Pick some tunes from Mom & Dad's era and maybe one or two from your grandparents' era.  The Park Avenue Band plays Disco, Latin, Rock & Roll, Rhythm and Blues and more. Since the band has a strong horn section, the sound is big and exciting.  They are known as “ Indy's Top 'Get Out On The Dance Floor and Have Some Fun' Band!”

Their playlist includes: Pretty Woman, Crazy, Born to Boogie, Stand by Me, Respect, Maybe Someday Baby, Rock Me Baby, Sacred Kind of Love, Twistin the Night Away, I Will Always Love You, 25 or 6 To 4 plus so many more.  Maybe your first dance will be When I Fall in Love.

Call and consult with the band for a fun reception.  You'll be glad you did!

Perfectly Planned by Shari

Perfectly Planned by Shari is a full service boutique event planning company in the Pittsburgh area.    Specializing in bringing your vision to life, Shari and her team provide you with dedicated attention as well as a detailed, organized, and enjoyable planning experience. Perfectly Planned by Shari was established more than 7 years ago.  We primarily plan social events, including  weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs and parties in addition to corporate and nonprofit events.

Starting with a love and passion for special events from the young age of 16, Owner, Shari Zatman, planned her own high school prom.  When she entered the professional world, she began by planning meetings, conferences, and corporate events.  She then went on to work for an event linen rental company.  From there, her passion for planning grew and she then established her own event planning company, Perfectly Planned by Shari, in 2004.   Since then, she has created spectacular events and has gained numerous satisfied clients.

Shari strives to create a masterpiece event for each of her clients.  No matter what your vision, Shari and her team work endlessly to make your dreams a reality.  Every event has its own formula, so there is no “cookie cutter” when working with Shari.  She designs unique events to suit each client’s personality and dream.  With her qualified vendor referrals, you are sure to get only the best when working with Perfectly Planned.  From day one, you will establish your vision with Shari and be able to see it come to life with every step of the way.

Shari will be your guide through the entire planning process.  She will work with the vendors, serving as your liaison to ensure they are performing their duties up to the highest of standards and representing your vision.  Keeping you constantly informed through the planning of the event, Shari always keeps your best interest at heart.

Having Shari and her team manage and direct the event on-site, you will be able to fully enjoy it, worry-free and be your own guest.  The Perfectly Planned team attends your entire event to ensure that everything goes smoothly and as planned, and that you can enjoy the result of your vision.  With many satisfied clients, Shari has numerous references that will testify that her events are beautiful, enjoyable, and very well executed.  Call Shari today to schedule your complimentary consultation!  412-901-0082 or info@perfectlyplannedbyshari.com

Madame Bridal: Getting acquainted with the Bridal Consultant

When I contacted Madamebridal.com, I was pleased to have Brad Simon, MB’s bridal consultant, chat with me online about the services he offers brides that come to “chat” online with him. Brad is quite capable of steering brides in the right fashion direction and adding smiles and beauty to each wedding.  With years behind him in the bridal industry, he has helped brides with suggestions and guidance to make the dress of their dreams a reality.

“I love to help brides with their wedding dresses and to coordinate the bridesmaids dresses as well.  Brides always have so much to consider, I feel like I can help lead her to good choices”, Brad related.
Most young ladies have some ideas and will go to http://www.madamebridal.com/ to search for a wedding gown.  Once they are there, they need to chat with Brad on the Website and get a professional’s response.  He is honest with kindness and if a bride needs to be led in a better direction, he will help.  Brad is happy to give friendly advice about the fit of each gown. The feel of the fabric is described so she will understand. Occasionally, a bride might have to change her mind to find a more body-friendly gown with Brad‘s help.
Brides have been putting faith into Brad’s help for some time now on the Website and have left messages of gratitude for all his guidance.  From my point of view, the quality of service and the speed of responses rate as 5-star evaluation.

When Brad gets letters from his brides, he feels proud.  “I posted a picture of a little cutie on my google page.  The bride was thrilled that even the little flower girl looked beautiful, but that’s what I do! I like to dress out the entire bridal party!”

Brad has it all wrapped up in the bridal attire business, besides he loves his job.  “It is really thrilling to help a bride with her dress and then help her to complete the look.  Our certified gowns are gorgeous.  We have the highest quality available so at Madamebridal.com, we can show our pride with every bride.
Madamebridal  is always happy to let brides in on the latest styles and best buys.  When a bride clicks the chat button on Madamebridal.com, she will be chatting with the guy who has enjoyed the success of being a “fairy godfather” for many young ladies as they journey to the altar.

With a 5-star rating, I suggest brides chat with Brad Simon and find the dress that dreams are made of and the happiness that comes from dealing with a fabulous company.  So many brides have had this experience and would happily agree it made the whole event one to remember forever.
Thanks, Brad!

Holy Mo Lee Photography documents your wedding in an unforgettable way

Chris Lee is proud to be the sole proprietor of Holy Mo Lee Photography, LLC.  What started off as a partnership of two best friends (Mohler and Lee...hence the name) became a one person ownership when Chris' partner decided to leave Detroit for areas out West. It still is the company to choose for your wedding photographs because Chris Lee's passion is still a mainstay of the company.

As you scroll through the forty photographs of the home page on the site, you will witness the “eye” Chris Lee uses to find a story for your wedding album.

Check out http://www.holymoleephoto.com/ and find out what you need to do in preparation for a stunning album of wedding photographs.  Call 734-330-2378 to make an appointment to let Chris know what you are planning in the way of the kind of shots you feel are important to you.  If you review some of the photographs from previous weddings on the website, you will see how Chris uses his flair and style.
“Rules are made to be broken. Holy MoLee Photography sees all forms of photography as a high form of art. By melding and using a delicate balance to produce a high-end almalgamation of editorial lifestyle portraits and photography inspired by fashion, Holy MoLee Photography hopes to capture beautiful moments one couple at a time,” this is stated on the website. 

With this philosophy you can see why Chris has shot over 60 weddings in the past couple of years.  He has photographed weddings in 5 states and 2 countries.  Although Chris' prices for wedding photography does not include travel expenses, you owe it to yourself to be willing to bring him to your wedding venue.
The Holy Mo Lee Studio is in West Bloomfield, Michigan and the hours are by appointment.

Email Chris@holymoleephoto.com before you make your appointment to see him to make sure your wedding date is available.  Of course, summer weddings do book his dates early, so call well in advance of your chosen day. When you do set your date and go to see Chris, you will be expected to put down a deposit.

Written at http://www.theurbanelife.com/ about wedding photography:
“I recently had the distinct luxury of having fellow Michigan State Spartan and generally-all-around nice guy, Chris J. Lee of Holy MoLee Photography, LLC, help me and my then-fiancee/now-wife capture some staged moments to commemorate our wedding engagement.  As we have been fiscally-prudent with our wedding arrangements, we originally opted not to do it with our current wedding photographer, Nick Sadowski of Nick Sadowski Photography.  We realized that we may regret not getting engagement photos and we we wanted to throw some business to a new friend, so I called up Chris to see if he could fit us in before he got too busy with the upcoming wedding season.  Lucky for us, he was able to do it.”  Written by Hubert Sawyers, III.

Let Chris break some rules and show off your day with magical photographs that will live forever.  Prices range from $3600 to $9000 and when Chris finishes going through about 2000-3000 photographs, he will select 1000 for you to review.  This all takes time and your album will be ready about two months after your wedding day. Anything worth having is worth waiting for as the old saying goes!