Sunday, April 08, 2007

Carly and Matthew

Yesterday, Olyn and I joined Carly and Matthew to celebrate their wedding here in Tallahassee. That phrasing may sound a bit strange, but I spent a lot of time thinking about the best way to describe their wedding day and that truly gets to the heart of it. They celebrated.

I have loved this couple since the moment I met them. I had a phenomenal time doing their engagement portrait and Carly's bridals. They instantly make you feel like you have been their friend for years and I don't think it is possible to feel uncomfortable around them!

Carly's signature smile:
Her choice of bridal footwear!Matt in his CEO pose:Moments later, the ringbearers brought Carly's gift to Matt. His face was PRICELESS when he realized she had given him a Rolex!Their ceremony was a mix of laughter and tears.Finally! A church portrait that I love!! :) This scripture from Matthew is in the NFC sanctuary just above the farthest pews in the balcony. Not only does it include the groom's name, but the message is dead on. Matt and Carly hired the white stretch limo from Mike's Limos. Why get an awesome limo, if you don't include it in your photos?Right before the couple went into their reception at the Double Tree, we ran across the street to the park and had a five minute photo shoot!Carly's dance with her dad was so touching. She is the youngest of five children and not only did Carly cry, but so did her sisters!This reception felt like a re-run of Soul Train! Its been awhile since I saw anyone do the lawnmower, the sprinkler or the running man!I did Carly's bridal portraits a few weeks ago at Goodwood Plantation. I LOVE doing bridal portraits and Carly was an amazing model! It's so hard NOT to post them on the blog before the wedding-- its like I have such a great secret! (And I'm not too good with secrets!) But I kept them under wraps-- until now!
Vendors:
Ceremony Location: North Florida Christian
Reception Location: Doubletree Hotel
Florist: Debbie Dodson, Mick's Florist
Cakes: Publix
DJ: Randy Traynor, Sunset Sounds
Limo: Mike's Limos www.mikeslimos.com
Bride's Dress: New Image Bridal
Tuxes: After Hours www.afterhours.com

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2 Comments:

Anonymous Monica said...

Nice Flare on the dance photo!

10:40 PM  
Anonymous Carly Ray :) said...

Linda, we LOVE your work! You are SO talented! and tell Olyn... people do read your Blog! :) THANKS

7:09 AM  

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