Thursday, May 06, 2010

Spring Wedding: Rachel and Chris Mulford

Congratulations to Rachel and Christopher Mulford! We had such a great time assisting with their April 24th wedding, it was simple elegance, and Rachel was beautiful in a lace A-line gown that sparkled each time she was lead around the dance floor in a twirl, she looked timeless under the crystal chandelier lighting. Chris and Rachel's color palette consisted of sage green, black, white, ivory, and a touch of silver, the sage green table runners, and ivory roses in rectangular vases were handcrafted by the brides mother, adding to the elegance, a pillar candle and tea lights were placed atop a shiny mirror, set off by the white chair covers and black sashes.  The ivory rose bouquets, corsages, and boutonnieres were arranged by a family friend. You could find a monogram M on the table runners, cake topper, and candy bags, the finishing touches were Mr. and Mrs. Sashes for the sweetheart table, along with a black overlay, and a sheer, lighted draping as a backdrop. The lovely picture of Chris and Rachel is from Brandon Mulnix at Modern Photographics.

Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel

Decor: Mother of the Bride

Floral: Friend of the Bride

Chair Covers: ele3 Event Design and Planning

Backdrop: Decor Elegance

Photography: Modern Photographics

Day Of Coordinating: ele3 Event Design and Planning

Transportation: Grand Rapids Trolley Co.

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Table Number Ideas

Couldn't help but post this picture from Andy Wakeman Photography of a great table number idea.  This comes from our past couple Teal and David.  Their animals are very important to them, and Teal works very hard saving dogs and other pets in her everyday life.  Incorporate something you love and are passionate about on your wedding day!

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Andy Wakeman Photography

In June, Teal and David hired ele3 for our premier wedding planning services for their destination wedding in Glen Arbor, MI. During the pre-planning portion we contacted the new and talented Andy Wakeman of Andy Wakeman Photography out of Traverse City. We blogged about the wedding and featured a few of his pictures at that time, but today we'd like to tell you a little bit more about Andy. If you are intrigued by this Q and A and want to learn more, please feel free to contact him!

When did you know that you wanted to be a photographer?
I have a graphic design background and I've always been in love with images, composition and all art forms in general. Photography was always a hobby that very naturally transitioned into a career path.

How long have you been in the business, and what makes you different from the other photographers out there?
This past summer was my first full season of weddings. I had photographed a few weddings for friends and family the year before. Happy with my results I decided to put a website together. The response since then has been incredible, way beyond my expectations. I think my background is a little different than other photographers. My graphic design / marketing background has given me loads of experience on high budget photo shoots as an "art director". It was a very natural transition for me to pick up the camera and begin shooting since I had been around the process all along.One other thing that makes my images different is just recently I've started shooting some film at my weddings (not the whole wedding just select shots). It really compliments my style of shooting and makes a really soft organic image. The cool thing is with digital scans the bride still receives all of the film images on a disc just as if they were shot digitally.

What is your favorite type of shot?
I love shots that have a vintage feel to them. I don't just mean what the bride is wearing either. Certain compositions and poses just have a more vintage feel. I love anything quirky, sometimes I'll have the bride hold the bouquet in front of their faces while they kiss or something like that. Also, I'm a sucker for using props - old cameras, umbrellas, hats, fans, anything vintage and cool.

Explain your wedding day shooting process.
I'm shooting to tell a story. If I see an interesting texture or decoration then I capture it. These detail photos by themselves are a little bit vague but next to a portrait of the bride they really complete the story. You see this editorial shooting style all over the bridal magazines and it's something that I try to recreate for each of my weddings. Also, I always try to work it out where I have about 20 minutes with the bride and groom alone. For me this is the best way to get the couple relaxed and comfortable which is so important

If you could trade places with any other person for a week, famous or not famous, living or dead, real or fictional, with whom would it be?
I'd trade places with my 3 year old daughter. Mostly because she says the funniest things and I would like to know what she's thinking.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Sneak Peek - Rhonda & Greg

Please enjoy the above pictures of Rhonda & Greggs Wedding. ele3 Event Design & Planning had the opportunity to plan, design, and do the florals for this wedding occasion. The blissful couple had a beautiful day and we look forward to sharing more photos and details with you soon! Patti Maravolo owner of PMP Photography did a fantastic job capturing the couples special day. Congratulations Rhonda & Gregg!

Wednesday, September 09, 2009

Lovely Jeweled Toned Real Wedding

I can not contain my excitement for this weekends wedding. This is such a special event with fabulous vendors. Our lovely bride and handsome groom are from Pittsburgh so we are truly looking forward to reuniting with them and seeing their vision put into life. ele3 Event Design had the chance to design their wedding decor, reception, & florals for them. The main theme throughout the wedding is going to be sharp chartreuse green and black. The bridesmaids bouquets are going to be a gorgeous jewel tones with each maid caring a different hue of pink, violet, blue, and white with the bride to be carrying green, accented with black satin ribbon. I look forward to showing you a sneak preview next week!