Sunday, May 27, 2007

Sarah and Rob

I joined Sarah and Rob yesterday at Melhana Plantation (now Coalson Plantation) for their low-key wedding. Everyone was so relaxed and joyful-- it really set the mood for the whole day!


Lately, my bride's have had the best shoes, and Sarah was no exception!
Sarah's pearl bracelet is a family heirloom passed down from her Great Grandmother from Italy.
The word of the day? CHEESE!
Sarah and Rob got cards for each other and sent them via the maid of honor. Call it kizmet or fate, but they bought each other the EXACT same card!!
There are times when you look through the viewfinder and what you see takes your breath away...
And a little love for the groom...

It was so funny as I posed the bride and groom for their portaits... they already knew what I was going to say, as we did their engagement portraits in the same spot! It really challenged me to do completely different things with the same location.
You can tell that the background is just a bit hazy in this shot. As we were finishing the portraits, the smoke from the wildfires really started to roll in.
Doesn't Sarah have the cutest dimple? This shot is ALL Rob-- I won't take credit for it at all. What else would a PE teacher want to do than a human pyramid?
Myra Jean's once again did an amazing job with the cake! We did a few quick farewell shots before sunset...
...but I don't think Sarah and Rob will get too far with this kind of horsepower!



Vendors:

Ceremony and Reception Location: Melhana Plantation/Coalson Plantation www.CoalsonPlantation.com

Florist: Missy Gunnels www.MissyGunnelsflowers.com

DJ: Greg Tish www.gregtish.com

Cake: Myra Jean's www.myrajeanscakes.com

Tuxes: Sacinos www.sacino.com

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Sunday, March 11, 2007

Tiffany and Jason

I went over to Myrtlewood Plantation in Thomasville to photograph Tiffany and Jason's lakeside wedding. Tiffany and Jason are a dream couple for a photographer-- they are sweet, kind, photogenic and they not only run on time, but they also gave me tons of time for photos! YEA!

Tiffany's beautiful dress and her last minute shoes:
Tiffany's veil with the hankerchief and card she gave to her dad before the ceremony. I was amazed they managed to choke back the tears!
An overview of their ceremony. I don't think any bride could ask for a prettier day!
I don't think I could have taken a photograph that captures Tiffany and Jason better than this. They are so fun-loving and laidback-- they are such a strong couple because they are so comfortable with themselves. Tiffany's eyes absolutely jump out of photographs!
Jason was such a good sport, although I know he was sweltering in that black tux!
They even came back out to the lake at sunset for another quick portrait session:
The beautiful and yummy cake by Sandy Stone:
They shared the sweetest dance out on the deck:
Tiffany and Jason's vendors:
Ceremony and Reception Location: Myrtlewood Plantation www.myrtlewoodplantation.com
Catering: Klassic Katering www.klassic-katering.com
Cake: Sandy Stone
DJ: Steve Christian, Steve's Party Mix www.stevespartymix.com
Bartenders: On the Rocks 850-251-4147

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Reagan and Jason

Olyn had the opportunity to photograph Reagan and Jason's wedding at Melhana Plantation on Saturday. They could not have asked for better weather for their breezy outdoor ceremony! In spite of a few minor mishaps, including a dip in the pool to retrieve a wayward wedding band, Reagan and Jason's wedding really embraced the casual elegance that is Melhana Plantation. The native camellias adorning the arbor, the unique fish hook boutonnieres for the guys and the canine wedding attendants really gave their wedding a personal flair.


Reagan's beautiful spring bouquet which really matched the feel of the day:

A little mood music:I love how intently Jason watched Reagan come down the aisle.


And they couldn't wait for their first kiss!Some puppy love!Reagan and Jason had one of the best cakes I've seen in quite a while.After a little coaching on where to cut the cake, they did great!
Vendors:
Ceremony and Reception Location: Melhana Plantation http://www.melhana.com/
Catering: Melhana Plantation

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Sunday, March 04, 2007

Lauren & Krayton

Olyn and I photographed Lauren and Krayton's wedding yesterday at Melhana Plantation. I really thought these guys cracked me up at their engagement session-- but it was no comparison to their wedding day! I think they have to be the funniest couple I have ever photographed!

Whether it was Lauren's fly-away veil....
or trying to figure out which hand the ring went on...

or a little impromptu karaoke and a midnight swim!
Here is one of Lauren's few serious moments.

I was lucky enough to photograph Missy Gunnels' gorgeous floral creations two weeks in a row!
Tiki's Tasties amazed me with the cake! I couldn't believe the bow was actually made of fondant! In fact, it took forever for Olyn to believe me that it was edible!!
Vendors:
Ceremony and Reception Site: Melhana Plantation www.Melhana.com
Catering: Melhana Plantation www.Melhana.com
Florist: Missy Gunnels www.MissyGunnelsFlowers.com
DJ: Shaun Wilson
Tuxes: After Hours www.AfterHours.com
Hair and Makeup: Jamie Hampton, Green Peridot salon www.GreenPeridot.com

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Sunday, February 18, 2007

Kristine and Zack

Yesterday, Olyn and I photographed Kristine and Zack's wedding and Thomasville First Methodist Church and their reception at Melhana Plantation.


Kristine and Zack's rings with their napkins of the signature midnight blue color.

They had four of the sweetest flowergirls who were so wonderful as we did a lot of portraits outside in the chilly weather!

Kristine and Zack hopped into their limo for a quick trip around the block while their guests left the church.


Kristine and Zack wanted a few traditional portraits in front of the Melhana Main House.


Followed by a few artistic shots around the Melhana grounds.

Kristine and Zack with one of Mike's Limos.
Kristine and Zack had one of the most romantic fist dances at the Showboat Theater.


And one of the most animated bouquet tosses!


Vendors:

Ceremony Location: Thomasville First Methodist Church www.tfumc.com
Reception: Melhana Plantation www.Melhana.com
Florist: Singletary's Florist (Thomasville) http://www.singletarysflowers.com/AboutUs.asp
Transportation: Mike's Limousine www.MikesLimos.com
Dresses: SG Bridal http://www.sgbridal.com/
Tuxes: After Hours www.afterhours.com
DJ: Ben Buchholtz

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Monday, October 23, 2006

Dana & Richy; Jessica & Keith

I went up to Myrtlewood Plantation in Thomasville to photograph Dana and Richy's lakeside wedding. The couple broke with tradition and saw each other before the ceremony, allowing for some quiet portrait time before the wedding chaos began.


Olyn photographed Jessica and Keith's wedding at a historic Victorian home in Chipley. They were lucky enough to have loving friends and family to handle the decorating and last minute details so the couple was able to enjoy their day.



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