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Judy and Keigo

Alyssa — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:17:59 +0000

Judy and Keigo were wed at the President’s Garden on the University of Georgia’s campus last Fall. Judy wore a vintage dress with pearls. We arranged for their first look to be at the Founder’s Garden in the early morning light. Friends, family, and professors were all in attendance. They had both just completed their Ph.d’s in Chemistry! I can’t say that this fact wasn’t a little intimidating for me. I could tell Keigo just adored Judy, she returned his affections with mutual admiration. They were both so gracious and hospitable!

A special thanks to Logan Potterf for second shooting!

Details

Ceremony: President’t Garden, UGA

Reception: La Dolce Vita

Music: Allegro Strings

Colors: White ,blue, green, silver and black

Linen Premium Album

Alyssa — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:13:05 +0000

I took a few photographs of Ryan and Casey’s album before shipping it off. It is made with a black linen cover and silver embossed with their names on the inside cover. They chose the photographs and then we developed the layout. These albums are of such a fine quality that they’re simply stunning in person.

“Photography is a way of… loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten.”

Judy and Keigo (+Dexter)

Alyssa — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:43:57 +0000

A few weeks ago, I shot a late fall engagement session with Judy and Keigo. They were a tad nervous at the start.

Thankfully, Dexter (their cute little pug puppy) was there to be adorably distracting. I have been waiting to do an engagement session with a puppy and he was just perfect! We couldn’t walk for more than a few minutes before being stopped by his adoring spectators.

Judy and Keigo had a distinct playfulness that was very easy to capture. They both live in Athens and have PhD’s in chemistry from UGA. Their wedding was stunning-which I will be posting in a few weeks. They are each such a delight!

Casey and Ryan

Alyssa — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 20:37:53 +0000

The ceremony was held at the bride’s parent’s home in Madison. The programs were also the fans to keep cool, tied with pink ribbons. After the ceremony, close family and friends walked down to the reception area to view a surprise for Ryan. Casey had hand crafted her a dining room table. Signed, “from you loving husband, Casey.” Super cute!

The reception site had a rustic feel and was covered in fresh flowers. I adored the mini pies for dessert. There is a short video a few posts down of their send off! They used birdseed and left in a pink vintage car. Oh! And Ryan and Casey made the favors-jars of honey for their guests. I forgot to grab one, but I am sure they taste amazing.

Ryan has such great taste and was so thoughtful with each detail. And Casey is definitely one of the boys, but has such a kind heart for his bride. They are a charming and amiable couple that are a delight to keep as company. It was an honor to photograph their union!

Caterer – Rae Merritt

Cake – Debra Adams, cakedesignbydebra.com

Florist – Denny Ewing

String Quartet – Classic City Strings

Wedding Coordinator – Nancy Kuperberg of No Regrets Events, LLC

Reception and Ceremony Site – Bride’s Parents Home in Madison

Nic and Laura

Alyssa — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 04:36:31 +0000

Nic and Laura were wed at the Seney-Stoval Chapel on a summer day in early June. The Groomsmen wore Converse shoes and sunglasses, while the Bridesmaids were dressed in an array of vibrant colors. Their bouquets were highlighted with sprigs of rosemary. For vendors, they chose local artisans of Athens-I heart this idea! Their reception had more than 12 of Cecelia’s cakes. Which, If you have ever tasted her work, you know what a treat this was for their guests. I almost never taste the cake, but I caved this time for the sweet decadence. They had glow sticks for the send off! And there is a special photo that was taken at the ceremony of all the guests.

After getting to know both Nic and Laura over the past year, they share a genuine and sweet love. I hope this is quite evident in the photographs. Blessings and congrats to you both!

Ceremony Site - Seney-Stoval Chapel

Caterer – Center Stage Catering (Epting Catering through the Classic Center)

Bakery – Cecilia Cakes

Wedding Director – Amanda Dyson Dana of Ashley Baber Weddings

Salon – MINT Salon

Florist – Fertile Crescent Farms, Ginni Edwards

Reception Location – Classic Center

A special thanks to Katie Bryant for helping photograph this gorgeous wedding!

Tying the Knot (click here to view)

Alyssa — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:14:08 +0000

DSC_5126 DSC_5127 DSC_5128 DSC_5129 DSC_5130 DSC_5131 DSC_5132 DSC_5139 DSC_5140 DSC_5146 DSC_5151 DSC_5155 DSC_5156 DSC_5167 DSC_5168 DSC_5171 DSC_5172 DSC_5174 DSC_5176 DSC_5177 DSC_5178 DSC_5179 DSC_5186 DSC_5187 DSC_5188 Preview of Ryan and Casey’s wedding farewell!

The Knot Publication

Alyssa — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 18:14:47 +0000

Elly, my puppy, was barking incessantly at the gate yesterday. Usually it is the Post man or a deer, but I didn’t see anything. Poor thing was scared and barking at big envelope. So, guess what I got in the mail yesterday? My publication in the Knot! I was so excited to see it in real life.

It is the Fall issue of The Knot Georgia and runs for six months (best place to find them-grocery stores). Yay! www.theknot.com

Tad and Abbie

Alyssa — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 05:31:14 +0000

First Spring wedding of the year! After five years of courting, they were married at Athens Campus View Church. This wedding was blessed with lots of something blue. Abbie made the invitations herself! She has some amazing prints and Tad is studying to be a pastor. Abbie and Tad had a seen ease and joy when together. Details to note: blue/purple orchids, burlap and trees at the ceremony, and pretty hair pieces for the bridesmaids. Such a joy to photograph. Enjoy the eye candy!

Pretty, pretty song from their site:

If I was a flower growing wild and free
All I’d want is you to be my sweet honey bee.
And if I was a tree growing tall and green
All I’d want is you to shade me and be my leaves

All I want is you, will you be my bride
Take me by the hand and stand by my side
All I want is you, will you stay with me?
Hold me in your arms and sway me like the sea.

Catering: Trumps Catering

Florist: Jordan Woodruff

Dress: IdoIdo

Reception: The Georgian Hotel (Athens)

Bridal Session: Abbie

Alyssa — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 05:14:27 +0000

There were already several photographs of Abbie as a bride, but they were of a little girl playing pretend. A decade and a half later, Tad changed all that by asked her to be his bride! About week before the wedding, I photographed her bridal portraits. The first location was the Founder’s Garden and the second was a peach orchard-in bloom! She wore her grandmother’s heirloom earings and held a bouquet of blues and whites (mostly hydrangeas).

Oh, and there were lots of sweet little poems that I enjoyed on their website!

“…What are little girls made of?
“Sugar and spice and all things nice
That’s what little girls are made of!”"

Ode to Spring

Alyssa — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 02:50:34 +0000

The days are getting longer and we are just moments away from Spring. Weddings, engagement, and bridal portraits are soon to follow!