Today is a big day! This shoot is on Wedding Chicks today as a TWO part feature…couldn’t be happier about that. This shoot was inspired by the romantic idea of a girl (who we named Madeline) from the country who finds love in Paris while going to college. It was only fitting that her wedding combined the two places she loves…the rolling hills of Virginia tied with the chic elegance of Paris. We fell in love with the large number of wedding dresses in blush tones this year and pairing them with gold & velvet accents.
shot with fuji 400h and portra 800
Vendors:
Venue: The Goodstone Inn
Planners: Events in the City
Florals: Holly Heider Chapple
Makeup: Natalie Gordon of Avenue 42
Hair: Hair by Giselle
Monique Lhuillier dresses from Carine’s Bridal in DC
Dress stylist: Gabriella Lehimdijian from Carines Bridal in DC: [email protected]
Rentals: DC Rentals
White couch & antique French chair were rented from Vintage Rust: [email protected]
Invites & Menu Cards: Paperzest
Calligraphy: Meant To Be Calligraphy
Macaroons: OCakes
Shoes: Steve Madden
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As featured today on Wedding Chicks!!!
Feel free to read all about Matt & Amanda here, but I hope you enjoy their farm wedding below. It took place on Matt’s family farm which dates back to the 1700’s and is absolutely stunning. It was incredibly important to them to be surrounded by their closest friends & family so they chose vendors who had touched their lives at some point and continued to be friends. I am so honored to have been included amongst some of the coolest people I’ve ever met.
Enjoy!
xoxoKatie
Their Save The Dates were screenprinted on thin wood panels!
Wedding dress: Amsale
Bridesmaid dresses: French Connection
Florals: DIY
Hair: Claibourne Reppert
Makeup: Becca Cook
Cake: Barb’s Bakery, Lexington, VA
Caterer: Patrick Critzer
DJ: Adam Smith from the band, Invisible Hand
Shoes: J Crew
Invites: Patrick Costello
Custom cake topper: Allyson Mellberg Taylor
Custom mason jars: Big Secret
shot with Fuji 400h & Ilford 3200
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I want to start 2012 off with one of my absolute favorite weddings from 2011, which also happens to be in this year’s Southern Living Weddings issue (woohoo!). Heather & Addison are truly soulmates and anyone in their presence can feel that. It was such a joy to photograph their big day that took place at Addison’s family home, Tuckahoe Plantation, in Richmond, Virginia. To read all about the incredible details and their love story, run to your nearest Barnes & Nobles and grab Southern Living!!!
By the way, if you EVER have the chance to work with Amber & Emily from Amber Karson Events…you must do it. Their work & professionalism is definitely on a different level. You won’t know what you did without them!
Cover shot by Iain Bagwell
Heather learned how to letterpress so she could make their invitations!
Rather than giving her bridesmaids jewelry that they would probably never wear again, Heather had an artist make each girl a necklace that reflected their personality.
The bridesmaid dresses are from J. Crew
Addison’s mom & her friend created all of the florals! A lot of the flowers used were sourced directly from the Plantation’s grounds.
Parisian elements, such as these white cafe chairs, were used throughout the entire day since Heather & Addison had their first date in Paris.
Addison’s dad sang a beautiful song during the ceremony.
Heather’s dad married them! The entire day was just so personal.
Lemonade and a snip & sip herb station were available to guests during cocktail hour. Guests could cut their own herbs (grown from the Plantation’s garden) to put in their drinks. So tasty and summery!
Loved how some of the trees created a little nook for the tables placed around the large garden area.
No one says that groomsmen have to 1) match & 2) rent suits. Addison & his groomsmen all wore their own suits which are comfortable and fit correctly. Addison’s was made by Hugo Boss.
Animals were everywhere. I was in heaven!
Man, I love these two!
Hand calligraphed by Betsy Dunlap seating cards were hung from a drying rack with herbs & flowers
Picture perfect!
These macaroons were given to guests the night before at the rehearsal dinner as a “thank you”. I love how everything is tied together with that beautiful Parisian style blue print. The macaroons were made by Petites Bouchees.
Boxwoods are good for many many things.
The greens were from the Plantation’s garden & Addison’s brother raised the chickens for the dinner; while barbeque brisket was brought in from Stacy’s in Texas (their favorite eating spot there). For dessert, they decided upon Heather’s mom’s chocolate pecan pie with ice cream rather than a traditional cake. D-lish!
Doesn’t this look so inviting!?
When Heather was 15, she restored this turquoise Mustang with her dad and it’s the car her & Addison left for the evening in.
(shot with Fuji 400h)
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Heather & Addison’s wedding will be featured on the blog! It is currently in the new issue of Southern Living Weddings (SO exciting!) and is full of Southern charm.
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So, a few months ago I received an email from PDN (Photo District News) saying that someone (STILL have no idea who) nominated me to apply for the Rising Stars competition. I remember reading it over & over & over because I simply couldn’t believe it. With the help of some critical eyes, I submitted a brief portfolio to them. Then, a month ago….a month ago (it’s been torturous to not tell) I found out that I had actually been chosen. I still can’t believe it. Honestly. To the person that nominated me…I will FOREVER be thankful.
Back in college I would read PDN (and still do!) admiring all of their featured photographers. To be included in this incredibly special collection of photographers seemed so far off but I had hoped that, one day, it would happen. Thank you to everyone who has been so supportive of my work-you’re like family to me.
xoxoKatie
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shot with fuji 400h and ilford 3200.
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Dress: Pronovias
Shoes: Badgley Mischka
Florals: Pat’s Florals (love love love them!)
Church: University of Virginia Chapel
Reception: The Darden School at the University of Virginia
All shot with Fuji 400h or Ilford 3200
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Venue: The Clifton Inn
Dress: Melissa Sweet from Priscilla of Boston
Shoes: Nina
Bridesmaid dresses: Ann Taylor
Florals: Sean Cossette of Beehive Events
Hair & Makeup: Lora Kelley
Band: Liquid Pleasure
The applique petals made Erin’s dress seem so light and airy, which was perfect for such a hot day.
Erin is on her way to see Paul for the first time!
Paul’s reaction was the best.
I am a total sucker for succulents. They’re modern, beautiful, and scream Summer.
Fresh lavender growing everywhere, with the heat causing the scent to drift through the air. Divine. Isn’t Erin gorgeous!?!
Two of the sweetest guests of the day:
Lemonade & peach sangria greeted the guests at cocktail hour.
The tables are all set for dinner:
Now, I am so happy to have grabbed this brief moment before it passed (below on right). Paul & Erin were practicing their first dance while guests enjoyed the Clifton Inn’s amazing food.
Grandpa sure knows how to dance!
In addition to a petite wedding cake, a dessert table was designed and little hands loved everything on it.
The grandson hugging his grandmother in the lower left of the photo makes me love this shot…tons.
Guests were given the personalized bottle of wine from the Charlottesville area labeled with a photo from Erin & Paul’s engagement session.
kodak portra 400 was used for 90% of these.
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Wedding gown: Bella Rosa
Bridesmaids dresses: Bella Bridesmaid in Richmond
Planner/Stylist: Merriment Events
Reception Venue: Country Club of Virginia
Florals: Flower Girls
Hair: Meredith at Red Salon
Invitations: Dabney Lee ordered through By Invitation Only
Corey’s hair was very “classic Richmond”.
Her grandmother’s expression was so wonderful as Corey put on her dress.
This is one of my favorite photos from their wedding!
The vibrant & fresh colors in Corey’s bouquet definitely fit her personality to a T.
Gray’s paisley bowtie and cumberbun were a unique approach to the classic tux.
They were such a beautiful bridal party!
Gray’s brother sang the songs to the first dance, Father/Daughter, and Mother/Son dances. He was amazing!
As the evening continued, guests were treated to sliders & fries as well as grilled cheese & chocolate chip cookies.
I have the BEST time watching guests dress up and have fun with the photo booth. I love my job!
…and they’re off to an incredible honeymoon!
shot with portra 400 for about 90% of these.
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