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Last week I had the joy of meeting one of my favorite photographers in Detroit, Michigan! Niki Marie Photography graciously hosted a Content Day in her brand new studio, and, I jumped at the chance to be a part of a day filled with creativity, inspiration, and education by some of the best in the wedding industry, alongside fellow photographers from Michigan and Ohio! I cannot wait to share more from this gorgeous day soon, because every detail was beyond lovely! And our models, Lily and Tanner, who are married and madly in love IRL were the best! Without further adieu, please enjoy these hints of Spring! Which details speak to you the most? I’d love to hear from you!
Many thanks to the sweet and amazingly talented team for such a wonderful experience!
Photography & Host // Niki Marie Photography @nikimariephoto
Planning, Design & Host // Festoons & Flourishes @festoonsandflourishes
Studio Space // The Niki Marie Studio @thenikimariestudio
Floral Design // Studio Terrain @studioterrain
Stationery Design // Erin Braun @erinbraundesign
Painted Backdrop // Birch Affair @birchaffair
Hair & Makeup // Face by Nertila @face_by_nertila
Draping // Events & Beyond @eventsandbeyondmi
Tables & Chairs // Display Group @displaygroup
Tabletop Dishware // Event Source @eventsourcerental
Tabletop Napkins// Stradley Davidson @stradleydavidson
Bridal Gown // Clair de Lune @clairdelune.sf
Favors // Le Detroit Macaron @ledetroitmacaron
Models // Real-life married couple, Lily & Tanner — you two are adorable!!! @lilyann.koske
It’s a dreary, misty January day here in Indiana! So let’s liven things up with some of my favorite bridal portraits captured in one of the dreamiest bridal suites I’ve seen, located at the gorgeous Iron Manor near Houston, Texas! It is spacious, light and airy. One of my favorite details are the beautiful arches of inlaid brick. Not pictured is the rest of the suite with a mirrored wall, counter, and chairs that are perfect for hair and makeup styling, as well as a seating area with couches and a coffee table. This particular part of the day was overcast, providing even, natural light under the glass dome! As you’ll soon see, a part of the suite was designed with lovely pops of pink and purple florals, candles, and the perfect pink loveseat! What a perfect space for a stunning bride to prepare for her walk down the aisle!!! Tip: Brides, be sure to include a bit of time on your wedding day for some bridal portraits! It’s amazing what can be accomplished in 5-10 minutes! 15-20 minutes would be ideal to allow for a variety of relaxed portraits! Let’s take a peek, shall we?
Host: @styledshootsacrossamerica
Concept & Planning: @heatherbengeofficial
Photography: @stewartimagery
Venue: @ironmanortx
Florist: @flowershackblooms
Hair & Makeup: @sunkissedandmadeup
Gowns: @weddingsbydebbie
Models: @theserenityhill
When I saw *this* outdoor space at the gorgeous, Iron Manor, this past Spring….Wow, I was in awe! What a fun, beautiful, unique, and open space this is! The colorful pinks, blues, and yellows popped even more on this slightly overcast morning, and you can’t even tell it was a little misty too! The wrought iron details in the windows, the light fixtures, and the vertical beams brought the perfect industrial chic elements to this architectural style. And I am absolutely head over heels for it all! I’m going to let these next few images do all of the talking! What do you think? Do you love this space as much as I do?
Host: @styledshootsacrossamerica
Concept & Planning: @heatherbengeofficial
Photography: @stewartimagery
Venue: @ironmanortx
Florist: @blushedfloralco_
Hair & Makeup: @sunkissedandmadeup
Stationery: @rsvp_love
Cake: @cakesbyginahou
Linens & Rentals: @decorbydulce
Vintage Rentals: @lovebirdsvintage
Gowns: @weddingsbydebbie
Suits: @themoderngroom_
Rollerball Favors: @silverorangeboutique
Shoes: @sheischeval
Models: @zoriabreaux & Jeremiah Padilla
#styledshootsacrossamerica #ssaashootcrawl
I don’t know if I will ever be able to get over the amazing trip I recently took to Houston, Texas! There is so much to share from my less-than-48-hours time there! For now, here’s the tiniest sneak peek at some of the over the top, jaw-dropping beauty that myself and several other fellow wedding photographers from across the country had the opportunity to capture! Was it a whirlwind of a trip? Yes! Was it worth it? Absolutely! I met and made new friends who share a love and passion for what we do, and I am so ready for all that’s in store for 2023! Without further adieu, here is a glimpse of Spring in hues of yellow and blue!
Host: @styledshootsacrossamerica
Concept & Planning: @heatherbengeofficial
Photography: @stewartimagery
Venue: @ironmanortx
Florist: @justinesflowers
Hair & Makeup: @sunkissedandmadeup
Stationery: @rsvp_love
Cake: @whomadethecakehouston
Linens & Rentals: @decorbydulce
Vintage Rentals: @lovebirdsvintage
Gowns: @weddingsbydebbie
Suits: @themoderngroom_
Shoes: @sheischeval
Specialty Cocktails: @barchefshouston
Models: @itsnotclairef @josbertjss
Happy Spring, friends! Can you believe that it is already March, almost April!? I’ll have to do a separate post soon to catch up on life and personal stuff! However, this post is a special one, one that deserves its own space and time! If you’ve been following the blog for awhile, you may recall portraits of beautiful Sylvia and her lovely products! If not, please allow me to introduce you to sweet Sylvia, her Mom, and her sister, Melissa. Sylvia created Beautifek, her own line of natural, organic lipsticks for all skin tones, and over the years, she has updated the packaging and added to her list of offerings with new colors and ways to combine the vibrant colors for even more variety! She is one of the most humble, kind, down-to-earth people, and as I worked with them in late December, it was such a delight to watch their joy and their bond as mother/daughters/sisters, while their natural beauty shined through in gorgeous smiles and laughter, as well as in quiet moments. It was a dream! I have so many favorites!!! I asked them what they were celebrating for this particular portrait session, and they told me that they have written a book together, which will be published soon, so they needed options for the inside and outside covers! Amazing, right?! I have already requested an autographed copy! Sidenote: I don’t think that I blogged our time in a studio with two gorgeous models or the previous product session I did for Beautifek! Be sure to click the link above for our first portrait session! If you follow along on Instagram, I’m sure you’ve seen images from those times, because they are still some of my favorites!
I can’t think of a better way to end my 2022 client sessions and then to ring in 2023 with a fun, creative commercial session featuring a new product line and pretty new packaging! It was the perfect winter project! And Sylvia allowed me full creative freedom with styling and composition, infusing color and texture, which is always a treat!
To Sylvia, Melissa, and Mrs. B, thank you so much for welcoming me into your lovely home, for bringing so much joy and fun to the session, and for sharing your celebration and success with me! I’m so excited for all that the future holds for you! Hugs!!!
Beauty by the talented Aubree Bolding, featuring Beautifek products!
