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Just a quick notice, we will be moving our blogs and website to a new host company over the next week or so. As a result the debuts, website and blogs may be temporarily unavailable for a few days.
We do apologize for this, but once the move is complete all debuts, blogs and websites will be up and running.

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brett

Lisa & Justin

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We started the day meeting Lisa and the girls at Edgez Salon where the girls were getting their hair done. Lisa then headed to Beau Monde Spa to have her make-up done and finally to the church, Hillside Christian Church, to finish getting ready. Lisa had gotten her Cathedral length gown from Accent Bridal and she said it was one of the reasons she was glad they chose to have a big church wedding. Lisa was so grateful to her mom and sister Tara for all the help in planning their wedding, she said she couldn't have done it without them. Lisa decided to play up her fun side by wearing red heels that matched the bridesmaids dresses.



Justin told Lisa he wanted to wear a tux instead of his Marine dress uniform since he only gets to wear a tux once, for his wedding. Justin is a recruiter for the Marines and most of his friends and groomsmen traveled a long way to come celebrate this day with them. Justin's best man, Randy Batman, was one of Jeff and Tyff's former grooms. Even some of Lisa friends traveled from a great distance to share in their day. Lisa's two sisters were the maid and matron of honor.
The church was decorated beautifully with candles lining the aisle and three large candelabras at the alter. They were all decorated with red and white roses and calla lilies by Susan's Flowers. There were candles at the front of the sanctuary in honor of their grandparents who have passed. The wedding was officiated by Lisa's aunt, Reverend Debbie Elwick, which meant a lot to Lisa and her family. Since the couple had chosen not to see each other before the ceremony, we took all the formal pictures with the couple afterward while the guests headed to the reception at Terradyne Country Club.





Once we were done with the formal pictures, we all headed to the reception where we took a few minutes for some shots with the couple and wedding party on the golf course before they were announced in. The theme at the reception was black and white polka dots with touches of red. Even the wedding cake, made by Cameo Cakes, had polka dots.
Lisa and Justin headed straight to the cake table and then on to the toasts since their guests had already eaten. Once, they finally had a chance to get a bite to eat, they made their rounds to their guests to personally thank them for coming. Then, it was time for the dance to begin and the night just flew by. It was great getting to visit with Megan and Nick, our bride and groom from a few weeks ago, and Megan's parents.
Lisa & Justin, It was such an honor to document your day despite the 100+ degree heat - you guys were great. We're sure you'll enjoy your time in the Bahamas relaxing on the beach.



~Brett & Cheryl

Bridal Expo 2008

News:

We are letting all our Bride-to-Be's and Groom-to-Be's know that we will be at the Bridal Fair located in the Exhibition Hall at Century II this weekend, July 26 & 27. As a studio many of our following year, 2009, will get booked. Please stop by our booth and say hi. For all those who are booked currently with us we look forward to seeing you there! We have been told we are located somewhere in the middle of the show.

Allison & Erik

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Brett started the day meeting the guys at The Alley where they bowled a few lanes and rode go-carts. While Brett was hanging out with the guys, Cheryl met Allison and the girls downtown at The Perfect Touch Salon where Allison's cousin, Kristen, did her hair. Then, we all met back up at the Old Town Courtyard Marriott where everyone was getting ready and we were able to take some pics downtown before heading to the church, Faith Lutheran Church, in Derby, Ks for the wedding.



Throughout the day, Erik had given different friends or family members special photo cards to hand deliver to Allison bringing a huge smile to her face every time she got one. It was one of the sweetest, most thoughtful and romantic things we've had one of our grooms do! (Sorry guys, Erik set the bar pretty high, it's going to be tough to beat!) The last one arrived right before Allison was to walk down the aisle to her anxious groom. Allison kept each one private but, the last one brought a few tears to her eyes.



After the ceremony, we headed to the park with the wedding party and families to take all the "formal pics" since the couple didn't want to take them in the church. While we were taking pictures, the wedding guests headed to the Courtyard Marriott for cocktail hour where they were able to visit and look through photo albums of the couple, including the engagement album we had made for them and one Erik made for Allison that read "Mr. & Mrs." on the front cover. Once the couple made it back to the hotel, they thanked their guests for coming and invited them to join them upstairs for dinner catered by Larkspur. The tables were decorated with pink gerber daisies, children's quotes about love and delicious chocolate truffles handmade by the couple.
At the end of the night, we headed to the fountains in OId Town to take a few fun shots of the couple. Allison wanted to take some shots in the water but, Erik had reservations about it. However, once Erik picked up Allison and ran through the fountains he was smiling from ear to ear.



Allison & Erik, we had such a great time documenting your day especially the fountain shots! Congratulation and have a great time in Jamaica!
~Brett & Cheryl

Megan & Nick

July 18

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We met Megan and the girls at Fringe Salon where Megan's longtime friend Becky did Megan's hair and make-up while the other girls were getting their hair done. Due to the rain, which Megan believes brings good luck on your wedding day, the guys scratched their plans to hang out at All Star Sports. So, we met up with them at the church, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, once the girls were ready. The church looked beautiful and was decorated with ribbons, beads and flowers by Susan's Flowers.



Megan & Nick's color was persimmon and the color was found in all the details from the dresses, flowers, and pew bows to the ribbon tied bubbles. The nuptial mass was celebrated by Fr. Spexarth and two other priest who were all close to the families. The couple exited the church to a sea of bubbles.
The reception was held at the Wichita County Club and before being announced in by DJ Ron Brown with Another Dimension we were able to take some shots of the couple and wedding party out on the golf course.






It was great having the use of the golf carts for the entire wedding party to make taking the outside shots go a lot faster. Megan & Nick used one of their engagement pictures to have glass coasters with their photo as an inset made for the party favors. They were placed on all the tables and of course we loved them.
After the cake was cut, toasts were made, first dances, bouquet & garter tosses were all out of the way, the party was on. It was a great day and a pleasure getting to document it for Megan & Nick. After their long courtship, it's obvious that their day was all they had hoped it would be. It was also great seeing one of our future bride and grooms, Lisa & Justin - see you guys again in a couple of weeks. Congratulations again Megan & Nick and thanks for letting us share your day with you!



~Brett & Cheryl

Kelsi & Jacob

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We left late on the 4th heading north to Sabetha, Kansas for Kelsi & Jacob's wedding. Early the next morning we met Jacob and the guys at the Sabetha Country Club Golf Course where they were going to play a round of golf before heading the the church to get ready.
While the guys were playing golf, Kelsi and the girls were at the church getting their hair and make-up done.

Kelsi & Jacob had chosen the incredibly fun, vibrate and joyful colors of pink and green as their wedding colors and they were in every amazing detail that the couple spent so much time and effort planning everything to the smallest detail. Kelsi had included her signature fun polka dots in many of the details including the bouquet ribbons, wedding cake and hand stenciled signs on the reception tables.



After the lovely ceremony highlighted by a touching video of the couple, every one entered the reception hall at the church through a canopied doorway with stenciling that read "Happy Ever After". Having the reception site at the church made it so easy for us to capture the amazing details. The tables were full of a variety of flower and fruit filled vases, candles and pictures of the couple.



As the reception wound down, we headed back to the Sabetha County Club where the dance was ready to begin. We took a few minutes with the couple and wedding party on the golf course before the couple was announced into the dance. Kelsi & Jacob took a short break from the party to enjoy a fireworks show.



Kelsi & Jacob, it was a pleasure documenting your day and getting to know you guys. Have a great time in St. Lucia!

~Brett & Cheryl

Mandie & Jared

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We met Mandie and the girls at Julie Balay salon where the girls were getting their hair done. After Mandie's hair was done, we headed over to Eric Fisher Salon where Mandie had her make-up done. While the girls were all getting ready, the guys were hanging out at the church (Grace Presbyterian Church) playing a little ping pong before they started getting ready.

Mandie found her stunning dress in Atlanta by designer Rivini and the flowergirl's dresses were designed by Vera Wang. All the girls carried handmade monogramed handkerchiefs made by Mandie's mom. The flowers were beautiful and done by Jared's aunt. The girls carried two toned red rose bouquets and the guys wore fragrant white orchids.
Jared and Mandie - June 27, 2008



Mandie had one shot that she wanted to make sure we got and it was of her handing her dad back his Visa card that she had used for wedding expenses. He was so surprised that he couldn't help but, laugh - lightening the mood just before walking his daughter down the long rose petal lined aisle to the very happy groom.



After the lovely ceremony, which was highlighted by a full formally dressed choir and violins, we headed to the reception at the Petroleum Club. Jared's mom made the most amazing groom's cake covered by a fondant icing flag with a picture of Jared during his service in Iraq.

It was definately my most favorite groom's cake ever, even without tasting it! After all the traditional reception dances, toasts, etc. the party was on with the highlight being a tie between Jared singing "My Girl" to Mandee and the groomsmen's choreographed dance to "Bye, bye, bye" by the Backstreet Boys. At the end of the reception, the couple exited to a shower of sparklers.

Mandie and Jared, we were so honored to be part of your day and appreciate the sacrifices you made to serve our country.
In honor of Independence Day we would like to thank all of our veterans, active military and their families who have given and continue to give so much for us to enjoy our freedom - God Bless America!
~Brett & Cheryl