Posted August 6, 2010 By Angela

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Whitney and Brian were married in Jackson, Kentucky last month. I had definitely been looking forward to their wedding, well ever since I met them but especially since their engagement session. See it HERE. They were so much fun as I am sure you can see in the photographs. Brian makes me laugh so hard, he is charmingly goofy, charismatic. And Whitney, well she is stunning. And her smile is absolutely incredible. She absolutely lights up a room because when she smiles she just lets it take over her entire face. I love it. I *think* they may do a Mr & Mrs session for fun since we did not get as much time on the wedding day for fun photos. I have my fingers crossed because they would be awesome to do that with!!

So without further ado, the wedding!

The inimitable and impossible to live without, Ana Crane-Simpson was present!

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whitney&brian_blog0002.jpgThe smallest, cutest little dog ever! I just loved her!

whitney&brian_blog0003.jpgThe ring on top in the next photograph was a beautiful gift given to Whitney by her parents on the wedding day.

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whitney&brian_blog0005.jpgThe smile I was referencing above. :)

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whitney&brian_blog0011.jpgA super-quick bridal portrait

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AA-09Watermark-BIG-angela-sm.jpgThe final post on Maggie & Benton's gorgeous wedding day! The reception, which was absolutely fantastic, everyone danced well into the night!

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maggiebenton_wed_075.jpgPhoto below and the one below that by Alex, who was my second photographer for the event.

maggiebenton_wed_076.jpgI love Maggie & Benton's reaction to being announced for their first dance!

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maggiebenton_wed_079.jpgI also loved this moment right before Maggie and her dad started their dance. He is giving a thumbs up to someone in the crowd, obviously referencing how proud he is to be Maggie's father!

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maggiebenton_wed_083.jpgPhoto below by Alex

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Photo below by Alex

maggiebenton_wed_092.jpgThe band, Party on the Moon, was ah-mazing! Photo below by Alex

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The tractor below was Maggie and Benton's grand exit vehicle. Isn't that so cool?

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AA-09Watermark-BIG-angela-sm.jpgIt was a warm day but absolutely beautiful. After the ceremony Maggie and Benton jumped on the back of an antique firetruck (Benton is a volunteer fireman) from St. Matthews and rode in to greet their guests as the cocktail hour. We grabbed a few photographs in the short time we had between ceremony and reception.

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maggiebenton_wed_051-(1).jpgAndrea, with Boston's Floral Couture did the incredible florals for the event. I loved this set up for the placecards!

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maggiebenton_wed_054.jpgA lovely Southern Kentucky wedding has a cherry on top if there is Bluegrass band playing at some point. ;-)

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maggiebenton_wed_056.jpgA bagpiper played as Maggie and Benton arrived.

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maggiebenton_wed_064.jpgLove the little tractor. (there will be another tractor in the next post. ;-))

maggiebenton_wed_065.jpgIncredible hand made plates!

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maggiebenton_wed_067.jpgAnd  the hand made unique chairs were so wonderful. And I love the little heart made from lights above!

maggiebenton_wed_068.jpgAndrea's floral really set off the candelabras!

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maggiebenton_wed_070.jpgThe food was quite special at this wedding. Commissioned by Slow Foods Bluegrass. They used the beef from the Farm which I thought was a lovely touch.

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maggiebenton_wed_031.jpgBenton and his dad.

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maggiebenton_wed_035.jpgOne of my favorite photos from the day just because it makes me smile! These were the ceremony greeters. I love how they played to the camera! Makes a person feel like they were there!

maggiebenton_wed_036.jpgMaggie's grandfather was one of the officiants of the wedding. I love this quickly stolen moment.

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maggiebenton_wed_038.jpgMaggie and her mom. :)

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Benton and Maggie were married at Maggie's family Farm, Foxhollow Farms, out toward Crestwood. The farm is an absolutely breathtaking backdrop, at once bucolic and also home to some beautiful high art displays. It is terribly hard not to absolutely fall in love with it. Foxhollow is a big proponent of the Slow Food Movement as are Benton and Maggie themselves. Foxhollow offers a CSA and some wonderful options for eating locally and healthy!

The wedding was planned by the absolutely inimitable Hollis Starks and Company. Hollis is a firecracker, a seriously amazing presence. She did such a fantastic job.

We started our coverage at Maggie's house out at the farm. Our AAP favorite  Ana Crane-Simpson was on hand for making the ladies dolled up. ;)

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Blog1.jpgThen we moved on to the church to finish getting ready

maggiebenton_wed_009.jpgThe floral decor was done by Andrea at Boston's Floral Couture.

maggiebenton_wed_011.jpgEmotions ran high from time to time.

maggiebenton_wed_012.jpgI love this picture of Maggie and her father. Like father, like daughter. So cute!

maggiebenton_wed_014.jpgMaggie's grandmother's purse.

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maggiebenton_wed_016.jpgThe dress was absolutely remarkable

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As were the shoes!

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maggiebenton_wed_021.jpgThe bridesmaids jewelry was made by one of Maggie's friends and extremely talented designer, Summer Eliason.

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Posted June 30, 2010 By Angela

AA-09Watermark-BIG-angela-sm.jpgPrior to sharing Maggie and Benton's gorgeous wedding day post I thought I would share a few photos from their super cute rehearsal dinner. Planned by Hollis Starks and Company (502) 451- 8000.


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Anjum and Faezah were married in Vancouver on May 15th, when I was happily shooting Megan and Aaron's wedding down in Naples. I've seen the wedding photos, it was *such* a beautiful event! When they were planning their event in Kentucky - a second celebration - they contacted Rayna Ortwein and her Always Planned staff to ensure they would have another beautiful event. I was excited to be a part of it. There were something like 350 people there, or more, I believe? See for yourself the beautiful work by Curtis Grace, florist and Always Planned!

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The bride and groom's lovely table.

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anjumfaezah_blog_026.jpgA wonderful fireworks show!

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AA-09Watermark-BIG-angela-sm.jpgWhere to start?! I absolutely adore Megan. We've done many weddings together. ;) She was a bridesmaid in Andrea Blair's wedding and Heather Duff's - two ladies who are inimitable in their own right. And Megan left an indelible impression on me back over three years ago at Andrea's wedding so when I was reunited with her at Heather's wedding I was excited to see her again. Megan has an infectious energy and charisma. I knew when she IM'ed me on facebook that she was getting married that it was going to be fabulous! She contacted me even before she knew her date or where the wedding would be. Knowing that I was such an important part of her planning made me feel very honored. And then when she decided to have the wedding in Naples, Florida I began counting down the months along with her! Naples is absolutely gorgeous and the Ritz Carlton Beach resort where they were married was beautiful, see below!


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Megan's dress was a gorgeous spin on a beach wedding dress. It was flowy but fitted and had amazing pleating all down it. And the neckline was so thin and feminine - it was one of my favorite dresses I have seen.

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Megan used the beachy theme in her decor and the little touches were lovely.

meganaaron_blog_004.jpgBelow are the vows that Megan and Aaron exchanged. Very sweet! And with them is a beautiful locket where a photograph of Megan's late father was put. My favorite part is "loving what I know of you, trusting what I do not know yet". This is so profound as we always change and grow in life and to be able to share and grow together is the ideal marriage.

meganaaron_blog_005.jpgAnd of course -- the shoes! Or shall I say fabulous DVF sandals. I thought these were such a fun concept.

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All the ladies involved with the wedding were truly great to hang out with. Below is Emily Lark, who works at Voce Salon in Lexington. she flew down to Naples to be a part of the event and she did such a beautiful job on Megan's hair. Also in the photo is one of Megan's bridesmaids Sarah. This moment happened while they were discussing when Megan first started dating Aaron and when each of them knew that he was the one for Megan. Sarah said "I knew when I loved him (Aaron), it was when he loved my dog (Sophia)." As a dog owner I totally comprehend that importance. ;)

meganaaron_blog_008-1.jpgAnd now on to the gentleman. Plan on seeing a lot of skin in photos from this wedding as it was quite hot and the menfolk rebelled against clothing much of the time.

meganaaron_blog_009.jpgI love this photo that Meggie captured of the guys in their natural state (see what I mean about clothing optional) because in the next photo you see them all cleaned up and ready. It's a little bit like a before and after.

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meganaaron_blog_013.jpgMegan's flowers were really beautiful but also fun with many feathers placed around the lilies. And the wrap you see below - wow way to add some extra glam!

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So after the dress was put on the emotions came out quickly! Anne and Andrea below tearing up. So sweet.

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More to come later today!

{June 2, 2010 10:17 AM}

Karen (Mikols) Bonar said: her flowers have some serious BLING!!!!



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Posted February 8, 2010 By Angela

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Posted November 16, 2009 By Angela

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The church Angie and John were married in in Louisville was really quite beautiful.

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The absolutely adorable little boy above was Angie and John's ringbearer. He was too cute!

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As it appears above Angie and John were quite excited about being a new Mr & Mrs. ;-)

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Angie and John had their reception in the new ballroom at the Mellwood Art Center. I appreciated how it looked industrial but still "pretty" at the same time. I especially love the industrial looking chandeliers!

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angiejohn_blog_1_018.jpgThe children at the reception was so cute, it is hard not to post TONS of photos of them! But I will post quite a number for sure!

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I love that in the photo above Angie is having an emotional dance with her father and then a few moments later, pictured below, Angie and her dad break it down for the audience!

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angiejohn_blog_1_033.jpgAngie and John obviously already know how it feels to be married, pictured in  the two photos below. Sometimes they drive you crazy but love conquers all!!

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