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some wedding photography~
this past weekend, i had the pleasure of documenting Melissa & Steve's wedding here in Windsor.
i have to start my post by saying that it was was FLIPPIN' HOT outside on Saturday, and i found out that with the humidity (i think it was about 80-90%) it felt like over 110F !!
the other problem was, that it was an outdoor ceremony and it was surrounded by trees, so no breeze!!
i think i almost died 3 times during the day (i don't do heat/humidity well, and never have). if there had been a pool close by, i wouldn't have put it past us all to just jump right in and cool off!!
ok, enough whining and complaining. i'll get on with the post now.
i met Melissa last summer, when she and her mother drove out to Kingsville to meet with me about photographing the big day. i instantly fell in love with Melissa, and both her and her mom kept me in stitches during our whole meeting!! i couldn't remember when i'd laughed so hard!!
i couldn't wait for their wedding (and i can't believe that it's been a year since we met).
in October, i photographed Steve & Melissa's engagement session just before the leaves all fell for the season, and it was a blast.
steve & melissa like a good party, and i don't think their wedding disappointed. they were surrounded by good friends, awesome family, and a good mood that just wouldn't quit!
the day started at Steve's place, where the guys were in great spirits even though they knew that wearing a tuxedo in the sweltering heat might be the end of them.
at Melissa's parent's place, the party continued with mugs of champagne, some tears of joy, and HOT PINK Louboutin shoes!!! i love fabulous shoes!!!
the ceremony was held outdoors at Branteaney's Bed & Breakfast, and it was a beautiful service that was the shortest i've ever witnessed (which was probably a good thing for the guests in suits in that heat). i think i am now a huge fan of Branteaney's. it was such a nice change from an indoor ceremony, and the setting was serene and beautiful. other than the clouds of mosquitos (because of all the rain we've had recently) , it was picture perfect.
i didn't want to spend too much time outdoors if at all possible, because when the bride and groom have to towel each other off before each photo, you know it's too hot . we fought through the heat and a few rain showers, and got some photos on the picturesque grounds. i couldn't believe how everyone was being so wonderful and patient, but i did work quickly.
next came the air-conditioned party bus, the nicely air-conditioned bar in downtown Windsor, and the air-conditioned reception hall (Torino's in Tecumseh)
gotta love the invention of AIR-CONDITIONING!!!
oh, and i love that cold water and gingerale were invented too :)
the reception was a party to remember, and the first time that i've ever met a blow-up doll named Alejandro. he was quite the party animal!
i want to thank Steve & Melissa for letting me party with them all day long, it was a blast!! you have both been so much fun to work with, and it was an honour to be a part of your big day. i will forever remember Alejandro, the fact that i worked with a groom with quite a few rapper names, and a bride that is courageous and stylish enough to sport Christian Louboutin shoes in HOT PINK!!
you two are such a great couple, and i hope that our paths cross again very soon.
hugs to you both.
some fabulous vendors~
gown~ Bridal Couture, Windsor
make-up~ Esthetica Day Spa, Windsor
hair~ Youseff's Salon, Windsor
flowers~ Oak Farms, Leamington
ceremony ~ Branteaney's Bed & Breakfast, Lasalle
officiant~ Joe McParland, Civil Marriages
shoes~ Christian Louboutin
reception hall~ Tourino's Banquet Hall, Tecumseh
photo booth~ Perfect Shutter Photobooth
cake~ Renee's Fine Cakes
decorator~ Windsor Event Decor
DJ ~ A. Donavan Mariani, Open Air Events, Windsor
now for some photos!!!
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beautiful..love the getting ready shots!
(06.15.10)