Dear Readers: Bloggy Wishes ~ Yours & Mine

August 6, 2009

On August 15th (more or less) the Charlottesville Wedding Blog will be a big 2 Years Old!!! …wow, I can hardly believe it! If you’ve been following along over the months you’ve seen me try lots of different things here… “best of” series (which I plan to do again later in the year); “Bride Online” [...]

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Bridal Fashion Session with Jeremiah Guelzo

August 5, 2009

You’re gonna love this one!! Jeremiah of Stoneblue Productions sent me this unique bridal session that he shot recently over in Lexington, VA. Apparently, Monica’s fiance’s family owns a trucking business and this shoot was a surprise for her honey… I would have loved to have seen his face when she presented him with his [...]

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Real Wedding: Lauren & Matt

August 1, 2009

The Boar’s Head Inn was a truly lovely backdrop to Lauren & Matt’s springtime wedding. Lauren is of Hawaiian descent, and with her Mom’s help the wedding had many lovely Hawaiian touches. From the ceremony music and leis to the incredible flowers and wind chimes in the trees. This small selection of Linda and Ran [...]

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Article: ‘Going to the Chapel’: A Look at Weddings on Grounds

July 31, 2009

A friend sent me the link to this article in today’s UVA Today entitled ‘Going to the Chapel’: A Look at Weddings on Grounds by Laura Hoffman.  An interesting summary of the popularity of on-grounds weddings… 183 last year alone, the great majority in the Chapel but many also in the gardens and other on-grounds [...]

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Real Wedding: Lauren & David ~ Part 2

July 29, 2009

More of Lauren and David’s big day at Keswick Hall as captured by the super-duo Anne and Bill Holland of Holland Photo Arts. These images capture the fabulous food, toasts, dancing and fun of Lauren and David’s reception. Certainly looks like it was a very kid-friendly event… a great time for everyone, big and small! [...]

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Real Wedding: Lauren & David ~ Part 1

July 28, 2009

Thanks to Anne and Bill Holland of Holland Photo Arts for sharing Lauren & David’s early springtime wedding at the elegant Keswick Hall.  As always Bill and Anne found every opportunity to capture the beauty of the day with lots of wonderful light and texture.  I especially love the shot of David and Lauren at [...]

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Hawksbill Mountain Wedding

July 24, 2009

At the end of last month I had the privilege of performing a wedding ceremony at the highest point in the Shenandoah National Park: Hawksbill Mountain (elevation 4050 ft.).  I met the bride and groom, Tammy & Arthur, plus Arthur’s daughter and her family at mile marker 45.6, just south of Skyland Resort. We headed [...]

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The Procession to End All Processions

July 23, 2009

You may have seen this on You Tube since it seems to be making the rounds. I liked it so much that I wanted to share it with my readers who might not have run across it yet. I promise it will make you smile . Enjoy! If you’re planning a wedding in the Charlottesville [...]

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Greater Virginia Bridal Show Coming to Ash Lawn!

July 23, 2009

Earlier this week I spoke with Angeline Frame, publisher of Virginia Bride magazine, about upcoming Bridal Shows that her company is producing… one in particular that I’m sure you’re all going to be excited to learn about will be right here in our own back yard. If you haven’t been to Ash Lawn-Highland, the home [...]

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Real Wedding: Melissa and Pete

July 22, 2009

These beautiful photos of Melissa and Pete’s April wedding at King Family Vineyard are by the very talented Jennifer of Jennifer Colina Photography. Jennifer shot this springtime wedding at the always lovely King Family Vineyards and it looks like it was a lot of fun… thanks for sending along these great images, Jennifer! King Family [...]

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Cville Unions on the Stands Today!

July 21, 2009

Our local news & arts weekly, the Cville has it’s July issue of Unions out on the stands today… so, be sure to get your copy! You’ll find lots of great info. for your Charlottesville area wedding plus stories and tips to make your planning a breeze… From making your wedding greener to great local [...]

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