As most of you know, I have a slight obsession for love and weddings. I think my love affair with weddings began way back when I was ten years old and watched "Father of the Bride" for the first time- probably even before that.
This love affair was painfully obvious to everyone around me by high school. In the 12th grade, one of our projects, as part of a life long learning class, was to plan our own wedding. Apparently, we were just supposed to cover the basics. Most of my classmates turned in 2 or 3 page reports. I, on the other hand, made a custom wedding album covered in silk and lace with a place to insert a photo of me and my then high school boyfriend on the front. I made a bridal bouquet and a garter, I picked out the pattern for my flower girl dresses, I cut swatches for the bridesmaids gowns, and more- but you get the point.
I guess I might have scared that high school boyfriend a little- he broke up with me shortly thereafter.
As the years went by I kept adding to this album. I would tear out pages from magazines to keep as inspiration for my own wedding many years later. However, there was one magazine that I could never bring myself to tear the pages out of. The magazine was just too gorgeous to even think of tearing a page from it. So I kept them all.
As luck would have it, the Editor-in-Chief of this magazine had been "tearing" out the pages for me all this time. She collected all of her favorites from the past 10 years and assembled them into a book. Who is she you ask? She, is the one and only: Grace Ormonde. The book is "Being in Love Never Goes Out of Style." What a fantastic title! I couldn't agree more.
And now.... A Winter Romance- When Vintage Meets Modern....
I'm going to have to break these photos up into a couple of posts, since there are so many to share. Check back soon for more photos and to learn about the vision behind the theme, the set design, and the floral design. A very special thanks to Rebecca Salimpour of Natural Charms for the stunning floral design. We must also thank Andre Movesesyan for assisting us in this challenging shoot. Cinematic footage from Step 1 Productions coming soon!
If you are a bride looking for inspiration, make sure to purchase Grace's new book here: http://graceormondebook.com/ .
The book also makes a fabulous gift for brides to be.
OMG these images are amazing!
(04.28.10)Still obsessed! Thanks again for letting us share these amazing photos and design on our blog. Truly one of my favs!
(05.10.10)
I must give Peyton credit for asking Marisa and John to climb up into the window sill, so we could get this awesome shot! KISS CAM! (inside joke)
Doesn't that look gorgeous!????? I love the curves! oh, and you guys look good too! So in love...
The view from above:
December is not a big month for weddings. But this December we were pretty busy with shooting corporate holiday parties and engagement sessions. One of these "engagement sessions" was actually part of a series of shoots put together by the PhotogShootout group. PhotogShootout is a group of photographers that get together to network, learn, help each other grow their business, and of course shoot! The December shoot was held in Claremont, CA. Rob and I had never been to Claremont before, but we were both amazed by how cute and quaint the downtown area is. Any of our brides and grooms still looking for a place to shoot their engagement session? This may be a great place :)
The scene below was shot at the Claremont Train Station. I LOVED the costuming and make-up for this shoot. I especially loved the awesome vintage red coat, the headband, and the suitcase.
Rob and I were so excited about these photos, that we actually ordered our first sample album. Thanks to all the organizers of the event. Thanks Steven and Alissa! You were awesome models!
Here are some of the spreads that were included:
Great shots. I like the images, the outfits, but most of all the location. They look like a cute couple. Love the last shot. Has to be Robert's, he is the only one I know willing to lay down on the tracks.
Great shoot!!!!
(01.05.10)Thanks for the comments Mark! Oddly enough, I was feeling quite adventurous that day. Rob was the one safely on deck on the appropriate side of the fence, while I was the one on the tracks. Surprising- I Know :)
(01.05.10)
When choosing a location for an engagement session it is vital to keep in mind who the couple is, how their love story began and what they are all about. Ricky and Vanessa are an outgoing couple with great personalities and a unique vintage style. For this reason, Old Towne Orange with all of its history, character, and charm was the perfect place to shoot Vanessa and Ricky's engagement photos. With Old Towne Orange as the backdrop we were able to catch a glimpse of the love that has grown over their eight year relationship . At the train station, this couple really started to shine. As Vanessa's hair blew in the wind from the speed of the passing train, we could really see how this couple feels about each other through the look in Ricky's eyes. Congratulations Ricky and Vanessa! We wish you the best!
To see the Save the Date Trailer we made for Ricky and Vanessa go here: http://www.vimeo.com/4208692 .
Vanessa and Ricky from Jessica Elizabeth Photography on Vimeo.