“I have for the first time found what I can truly love-I have found you. You are my sympathy-my better self-my good angel-I am bound to you with a strong attachment. I think you good, gifted, lovely: a fervent, a solemn passion is conceived in my heart; it leans to you, draws you to my centre and spring of life, wrap my existence about you-and, kindling in pure, powerful flame, fuses you and me in one.” Jane Eyre, Charlotte Bronte
Wonderment. Rustic Wedding Inspiration.
A late summer workshop at the breathtaking Scottsville estate Belle Haven brought out the best in the vendors we assembled to create a charming, yet glamorous, inspiration shoot. A stunningly elegant Southern couple, the mystical, sweeping grounds of Belle Haven, and the detail-packed tablescapes, inspired by the strong farm-to-table culture of Central Virginia cuisine, all combined to deliciously overwhelm the senses.
The Wonder workshop was a part of the Art of Photography Learning Series co-created by Jen Fariello and Robert Radifera. The workshop was set up as a two-day inspired photography experience, with Meghan Streit of Shindig and Pat and Sherry of Southern Blooms transforming Belle Haven into a photographer’s playground. As you can see- we were overwhelmed with inspiration!
Venue: Belle Haven / Styling & Planning: Shindig Weddings & Events /Floral Design: Pat’s Floral/Southern Blooms / Hair & Makeup: Avenue 42 / Dress: Monique Lhuillier’s Candy from Carine’s / Shoes: Bhldn / Cake: Paradox Pastry / Catering: The Catering Outfit / Cookies: One Creative Cookie / Additional dresses & accessories from Jessica Chandler of Wardrobe/ Special Thanks to Paden Reich of Southern Living Weddings!
Beautiful Blooms
A Keswick Resort Wedding
Coming this week! Gorgeous floral designs from Southern Blooms
San Fran Magic
Carly & Paul’s Mankin Mansion Wedding
I am currently on my way over to Ireland to photograph a wedding (SO excited!), but I wanted to leave you with a gorgeous Richmond, VA wedding that was seen earlier in the year on Style Me Pretty.
I will be back in the office on Wednesday, October 10th; however, Stephanie will be posting something spectacular later this week so stay tuned!
Ceremony & Reception: Historic Mankin Mansion
Floral Design: Flower Girls
Bridal Gown: Blue by Enzoani
Bride’s shoes: Calvin Klein
Bride’s earings: Nadri via Nordstrom
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Forever Yours
Bridesmaids’ Shoes: Caparros
Hair: Welsy Mourino of Avenue42
Makeup: Summer McCarley of Mint Collective
Groom’s & Groomsmens’ Tuxedos: Calvin Klein via Men’s Wearhouse
Wedding Cake: Cakes by Graham
Custom Chocolate Bar Favors: For the Love of Chocolate
Custom Chocolate Bar Labels: Jacqueline Weppner of Merci New York
Wedding Invitations & Programs: Tag & Company Studio