Mayfield Photography: Couture Cakes

Monday, January 19, 2009

Christin & Brandon

Christin and Brandon have been so patient waiting on their sneak peek....thanks guys for being patient...we've had a LOT going on so the blog kind of got pushed to the back burner. The Saturday after Christmas was Christin and Brandon's big day! Christin was soo excited and Brandon was nervous.....and the ceremony, well, it was gorgeous!

Christin was busy getting ready.....
And ready to go after some last minute hair touch-ups!
Some portrait fun with the girls before the ceremony.
The guys...well, they had a special surprise up their sleeve for Brandon!!!!
The beautiful ceremony and Christmas decorations.

I love the cross - it being lit up in the darken sanctuary made it's glow that much brighter!!

Finally, the kiss!

The moment that they are finally together and can relax...the pressure has disappeared!

Then is was time for a little fun at the reception....the yummy cake....and can't forget the bling!

Their first dance.

Brandon's dance with his mom....and one of my favorite images....Christin watching and sharing a loving moment with her mom.

The cake cutting got a little messy.

Christin and some friends....

The Party Machine did a great job of keeping the dance floor full!

Guests were dancing the entire reception!

Even Keri and Jeremy (and baby Ava) were on the dance floor!

A picture perfect bouquet toss......and a great catch!

The guy who caught the garter was blindfloded so that he could place it on the leg of the "girl" who caught the bouquet.....that was dirty! LOL!

Little Kayla is not so little anymore! She's growing up fast!

And finally it was time for their last dance!

I love the way Christin was looking at Brandon....I don't think they knew there was anyone else around!

Before the newlyweds took off for their honeymoon, their parents gathered around to give them a big hug....and shed a few tears!

Then out the door they went!

We had the opportunity to follow them to their hotel for some fun shots before we left.

I think this was the best part of the day for me. I love these shots.....

Christin's mom had pinned a sachet under Christin's dress when she was getting ready. It was filled with notes from all the women in her life.

While we were there, the bride and groom had their first fight as husband and wife - a pillow fight!

Finally we were kicked out of their room!

And left the two of them alone!

Christin and Brandon - thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your special day. We had a great time and I don't think it could have been more perfect! We enjoyed it and hope you two had a great time on your honeymoon to D.C.!

Vendors:
Ceremony Location - Pelham First Baptist Church
Reception Location - Thornblade Country Club

Florist - Drenda Price

Cake - Couture Cakes
Ceremony Music - Emily Waggoner, harpist

DJ - The Party Machine
Dresses - Southern Bride and David's Bridal
Tuxes - Gregory's Formal Wear
Transportation - Expressions

Videography - Barbara Howard

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Leslie & Mardy

So there are two weddings this year that I have been extremely excited about shooting and this past Saturday was one of them. It's those weddings where you feel more like a friend than someone working. Leslie is one of those people who is definitely a friend and I was super excited that her wedding day was finally here. I will warn you - this is going to be a long post!

We started out with some getting ready shots at Leslie's where all the girls were having their hair done. Freckles was so funny - you could tell she was exhausted from all of the excitement of the day!
Leslie's daughter Tori was very happy with Saundra's work on her hair. She look so grown up!
Leslie checking out her hair as Shauna was finishing up with it. I love her tank top!
We finally headed over to Gassaway Mansion for the ceremony! While I went upstairs with the girls, Marty headed to get some awesome details shots. I thought the wreaths on the columns were awesome.The getaway car - it was sweet!!!!
And the favors - I loved the monogrammed cookies from Now That's a Cookie.
Back upstairs I was hanging out with the girls and getting some detail shots of my own - Leslie's sexy shoes!!!!
And her gorgeous dress....
After some last minute touch ups - it was time for the ceremony!

Although it poured down rain minutes before the ceremony, it turned into a light drizzle and eventually stopped. The weather may not have been beautiful, but the ceremony was!

Instead of the traditional unity candle, Leslie and Mardy had a sand ceremony with their kids. It was very touching and a great idea to incorporate their two families into one.

The newlyweds!

I love that Leslie didn't want anything too traditional. It really gives me the opportunity to be creative and have fun with everyone! Here's Leslie and her girls...and a little attitude!

And then having some fun with the guys!

While Mardy had some fun with the girls.

Then is was time for me to get Leslie and Mardy alone for some great shots! I am so glad the rain stopped and we were able to go outside for a few.

Leslie changed into her second dress for the night and we had a little more fun. The next two are definitely my favorites, but I couldn't decide between the two. I like the close-up one a lot.

The flowers were amazing too - I loved Leslie's bouquet.

Back inside the mansion we were able to get a few more.

Another one of my favorites!

The rings.....

And the cake! Susan at Couture Cakes does great work - but Leslie's cake was the best I've seen by far. Not only does it look good, but the taste is my favorite!!!!