As Atlanta wedding photographers, we know how important preserving your special day is. Photographs are the most obvious way of catching a moment so that you have it forever. However, photos aren’t the only souvenir you can save from your big day. Here are just a few ways you can preserve your favorite details from your wedding day!
Read MorePayne-Corley House Is An Atlanta Wedding Photographer's Dream
This week’s blog is on the Payne-Corley House. As an Atlanta wedding photographer at atlantaartisticweddings it is one of my favorite places to shoot. It is located in the Duluth Historic District right across the street from the train tracks that go through downtown.
While all these physical upgrades make for a beautiful venue where Payne-Corley shines is in its staff and their event training. Krista and Mike together have over 60 years of experience in event planning. Their gracious staff make every guest feel at home and at ease. They are quick and know how to think on their feet. I particularly remember them accommodating a wedding on one of the rare occasions when it snowed in Duluth.
Read MoreCovid Delayed Wedding Finally Happens!
I have talked to other Atlanta wedding photographers and people in the wedding business. During the Covid lockdown a lot of things changed and had to be rescheduled because of it. This week’s wedding is over 2 years in the making. They were planning on a small wedding with just friends and family right when Covid started. A half a year later the bride's father and mother got Covid and was hospitalized. Then the groom’s mom got sick and passed away. To say that it has been a rough couple of years would be an understatement. I will say though that they are closer and more mature than most couples i’ve seen because of all they have endured.
I was so looking forward to this wedding! It was a morning wedding and I arrived at Primrose Cottage about a half an hour early. Since I have not shot there in a while nor Have I ever shot there in the morning I wanted to scope things out. I was looking for good places with optimal lighting. While walking around I got to meet Leah Spain, the wedding director for the day. I was so lucky to run into her. I always say when you are an Atlanta wedding photographer you are on a wedding team. Leah was truly a team player who knew how to communicate, and handle everything with grace. As you may know things do not always go as planned at weddings and Leah knew how to monitor and adjust like a real pro!
Marianna the bride arrived at Primrose with her mom and 3 sisters first. They unloaded everything and went upstairs to the beautiful and spacious bridal room that Primrose has. I took some detail shots of the dress before she put it on. While she was getting dressed I borrowed the rings for a detail shot of those. Throughout the house they had these bottles of wine for people to sign. They got the wine from a vineyard that they went to on their favorite date, so I thought it would be appropriate to have the rings with their favorite wine that only gets better with age.
While she was getting ready I went to do a few shots with the guys. While there I got to see Logan the groom hand out his gifts to the guys. Since Logan is in the Air Force he handed out their gifts in customized ammo boxes with their names on them. In the box were handkerchiefs, shot glasses, and everything a good groomsman would need. It was a very unique and thoughtful gift.
After everyone was dressed we were ready for the first look. We went to the back of Primrose and did a first look with the bride and he dad then we did a first look with the groom. Since we had a few minutes once we finished the first look we went around and took a few photos. There are so many little nooks and crannies for photo opportunities. There are the columns in the front entrance, patio in the back with two cute arbors, a little nature area to the south side of the house, and the house itself which is stunning! We took a few photos out front and moved to the back when guests started to arrive.
The ceremony started at 11am and everyone lined up in the house. As they were lined up they had Laurel Katheryn playing the harp as the guests went to their seats. The ceremony was performed by a family friend and she did a great job. The groom walked down the aisle with a bouquet in honor of his mom. Marianna and Logan did their own vows. It was very sweet and heartfelt, filled with humor and love.
After the ceremony came the reception. There was the first dance that was very touching. Then came the father/daughter and mother/son dances. Finally there were the speeches from the best man and maid of honor. After all that there was a surprise performance from the bride's sisters that got everyone to their feet dancing! The sister’s came out and mimed Queen’s” Bohemian Rhapsody'' then morphed into a fun version “We are family”. Then as with all good things they must come to an end. There was supposed to be an exit with a classic car but due to some scheduling conflicts it was not supposed to be there until 5 hours later. However with Leah’s quick thinking we got one of the guests sports cars for the exit! It was a great ending to a beautiful wedding!
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Atlanta Wedding Photographers Capture An Avondale Love Story
This week’s wedding is Rachel and Aaron. Two people who found love in the theater department in college. They are a sweet couple who had their wedding at two historic locations in Avondale and Decatur.
It is always a good idea to have two Atlanta wedding photographers on your wedding day especially if you have two getting ready locations. You also get more coverage that way and you can get some nice lighting effects. Check the exit shot at the end of this blog. Sarah started with Rachel and I started with Aaron.
I started with the guys at Aarons place in Avondale estates. There were a couple of old college buddies and theater friends there who seemed like really sweet and thoughtful guys. After they got dressed they went to the kitchen where the groom's gifts were. Aaron passed out the gifts and inside the gift bag was one of the coolest and most thoughtful gifts that I have seen in a long time. Aaron made these wooden cabinets for bluetooth speakers. They were beautifully made and each one was made of different kinds of wood.
After the guys got ready we went to the historic Avondale Clubhouse. There we finished up the ladies' photos and got ready for the first look. We tucked Rachel away in the clubhouse before Aaron arrived. We then set up Aaron outside facing away from the clubhouse towards the pond. Then it was Rachel’s cue to come outside and tap Aaron on the shoulder which was Aaron’s cue to turn around. When he did turn around it was an emotional moment for sure. We took a few photos and gave them a moment to themselves.
After the first look we went to the historic Decatur First United Methodist Church, which was first founded in 1823. The wedding took place in the sanctuary built in 1922. It is a beautiful sanctuary with plenty of room for our intimate wedding party. Guests started arriving and were escorted by the groomsmen. When the wedding started we had some of the cutest flower girls coming down the aisle. The bride entered last escorted by her father. It was a touching ceremony with a splattering of humor thrown in from the minister. After the wedding it was reception time!
The reception was held at the Avondale Clubhouse. There we took a few more photos outside around the pond and bridge on the property. We even snuck out at the blue hour and did some more photos then. It was a lot of fun! After the cake cutting and the dancing there was a sparkler exit. The couple drove away in a brand new Corvette! It was the perfect ending to a perfect day!
A Salute to Our Military! Great Wedding in Atlanta
We can never thank the people that serve in our military enough for the sacrifices that they, and their families, make for our country and our safety. This week ‘s blog is dedicated to a really special wedding, where a solder got married to the love of his life this weekend! It was truly an honor too be a part of it!
Read MoreAtlanta Wedding Photographer Captures Multicultural Wedding
As an Atlanta wedding photographer, it is an honor to capture so many cultures and customs. This week I had the privilege of shooting a wedding between a bride of Christian faith and a groom of Muslim faith. They mixed ceremony details and traditions from each religion, which was truly beautiful to see. It was truly a celebration of life, culture, and the love this couple has for each other.
Read MoreIt's All Greek To Me: The Proud Traditions of Greek Wedding Ceremonies
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings love traditional weddings and cultural diversity. I have learned photography from a greek friend of my father. I would consider him one our family’s best friend. I learned film photography from this man.
Read MoreWho Owns That dress.......You do! Fun Bridal Portraits and Scenic Locations Around Atlanta
This week we are going to discuss how you can still plan a socially distanced, professional photo shoot during the pandemic. You can still get married and have a small ceremony with just a few guests. You will be just as married as anyone else out there. That shouldn’t stop you from having some beautiful wedding photos with your wedding dress and husband that you can look back on.
Read MoreWedding Dresses In The Western World: A History
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings explain the history of the wedding dress we have today. From the A line, Mermaid, ballgown, sheath, tea-length min, modified A-line, Mini, Empire waist, Strapleass, Sweetheart, Cowl, Hailter, Illusion and trumpet wedding dresses. With so many different types of dresses you can find one that suits your style. Over the years there have been trends in wedding dresses but the right wedding dress is the wedding dress you choose on your wedding day.
Read MoreThis is Your Wedding | Atlanta Wedding Photographer
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings share insight on wedding planning. The Atlanta wedding photographers give suggestions on how reduce stress during wedding planning. How to work with wedding planners and wedding venues for ideas on vendors and get the best ideas for your wedding day!
Read MoreDevan and Colin Wedding at Payne Corley House | Atlanta Wedding Photographers
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings had the honor of shooting Colin and Devan’s wedding at the Payne Corley House in Duluth, Georgia. It was a southern wedding for two people who have a passion for food and life! They followed many southern wedding traditions along with mixing some Jewish wedding traditions into their ceremony. They had a beautiful wedding with the classic sparkler send off with their excited guests.
Read MoreTodd and Kelli Wedding photography at Naylor Hall
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticweddings were honored to be part of Kelli and Todd’s wedding day at Naylor Hall a historic event venue in Roswell Georgia.
Read MoreAtlanta Wedding Photographers are on the Street!
Atlanta Wedding photographers shoot the Skyline and Emory
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisicWeddings shoot at some the most Iconic photo locations in the city. From 14th street bridge and Silver Skillet to the Emory Campus. Capturing the Atlanta skyline and the landmarks that make Atlanta the great city that it is.
Read MoreFree Trash the Dress Shoot
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings are offering free trash the dress shoots with your wedding packages. Every bride and groom need to have fun after their wedding and at Trash the Dress is just that a fun let your hair down photo shoot . You can choose your location any where around Atlanta.
Read MoreAtlanta Wedding Shoot at Ponce City Market |Atlanta Wedding Photographers
The Atlanta wedding photographers shoot at a bride at Ponce City Market and Old Fourth Ward which is connected to the Beltline. Her chiffon wedding dress flowed in the breeze and reflected the urban feel of this Atlanta bridal photo. The location has many photo options for the Bride and Groom.
Read MoreGeorgian Terrace Wedding and Natural Light
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings were honored to photograph this Military couple at the Georgian Terrace. The natural light at this historic wedding venue provides wonderful natural light for photography from the Atrium in the lobby to the Grand Ball Room.
Read MoreWedding Photography in Atlanta with Skyline
The Atlanta wedding photographers at AtlantaArtisticWeddings have a wedding shoot in Piedmont Park with the skyline in the background. The cute couple wore casual wedding attire and she wore a empire wedding dress.
Read MoreAtlanta Wedding Photographers Shoot Wedding at Greek Church
The Atlanta Wedding photographers at www.AtlantaArtisticWeddings.com shoot a wedding at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Marrietta just out side of the metro Atlanta area. The photographers capture the sparkler exit and the flower girls going down the isle.
Read Morecolor and fun wedding photography
The Atlanta Wedding photographers at Atlanta Artistic Weddings are always looking for inspiration on bringing you the best wedding photos they can for their Bride and Grooms. We experimented with the latest trends such as color bombs and color filters.
Read MoreAnother Great Wedding with a Sparklers Exit!
Beautiful wedding with sparkler exit shot by the Atlanta wedding photographers at www.AtlantaArtisticWeddings.com. This wedding photo was taken using a long exposure, a powerful flash and sparklers. The bride had a beautiful mermaid cut wedding dress with beaded details.
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