The Circus Throw Pillow by Boodalee would add such a playful element to a kid's bedroom or playroom. I even think that I'd like to have it elephant-side up in my room!
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Good News! Photo Registry now available at Snap!
You've been asking for it, now you can have it! YAY!
We are so excited to announce that Snap! is now offering a photo registry.
We can't take all the credit for the idea though (Hey Charlene!) many of you have expressed an interest in the registry and we thought it would be a great idea too. As Charlene so eloquently put it "I want to have a big fat album", she's not the only one. So now it will be possible with the help of your friends and family.
We will even provide a card that your bridal shower host can include in the invitations so that everyone can know about it. So hopefully you will get lots of photo gifts for your shower and/or wedding and get that big album or anything else you want.
Maybe a big canvas for your wall? Oh yeah.
Snap and Chat with Tony from Ormonde Productions
Okay, so if you read the blog at all you know that Trish and I are HUGE fans of adding lighting to your event. I think that the idea of lighting is often intimidating and/or confusing to some of our brides. We thought snap! and chatting Tony (i.e. the king of lighting) would be a good way to inform everyone about what's possible and debunk some of the myths... here's Tony to "illuminate" us on the subject of illumination!Tony's office is in Barrington, and it's pretty swanky. When we got there I tried to lay down on that mod leather sofa-bench hybrid. Trish wouldn't let me have a nap, but it does look cozy doesn't it? Speaking of swanky, want to add a swanky lounge atmosphere to a corner of your venue? Tony can do that too..he has a myriad of lounge furniture (leather ottomans, cube and benches) available to transform your empty corner into a cozy nook.
Here's Tony... what impresses me so much about him is that he is extremely straightforward. He says what he means and means what he says, so refreshing! An interesting fact: Tony started his business completely from scratch. He built a successful business as a DJ, then recognizing the cool trends in lighting happening in other parts of the country- he decided to introduce a little of that coolness here. And did we ever need it!
"A handful of people who are very established in the wedding business really embraced the idea of lighting and helped to push it along. " said Tony.
Tony is a tech-y so that part wasn't a problem, he taught himself all about event lighting and researched the business end of it "to death." And voila- a pioneer of coolness in our midst!
See what I mean? Here are some great examples of how lighting can turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Tony thinks that lighting can sometimes scare a bride for a couple reasons...
First, since we are in New England people tend to be a little conservative - this isn't South Beach after all. Clients are sometimes worried about looking too "flashy." Don't let this deter you! Lighting is available in a wide range of options, colors, and configurations- even themes are possible. "I've worked with many conservative clients, I usually tell them not to worry... we can switch it up, maybe a nice amber light during dinner and then something a little more fun when the band starts up."
Secondly, price can be a little intimidating... when Tony lights a room, it just looks really rich... does that mean it has to be really expensive too? No it doesn't... Tony says, "Everyone should have lighting, no matter what the budget of the wedding. The minimum expense for lighting is venue dependent and labor dependent. Lighting in any space, no matter how simple or ornate with a minimalistic approach can be the cherry on the top of the whole thing!"
Well said Tony, we couldn't agree more.
Of course, if you want to go crazy and have your venue look like a Hollywood movie set, Tony can do that too. Some of his more memorable over the top events... a 5 day setup for a million dollar wedding with 500 guests, a glass floor over a pool in a tented wedding, and an airplane hanger in Lincoln RI converted into a swanky event in the clouds.
Here's a nice shot from a wedding we shot last year- with Tony's lighting handy work. I love the warm glow of the pinkish, purple lighting against the blue sky outside. The lantern on the floor by the brides dress is also compliments of Tony. He has many types of lanterns from vintage to modern to light pathways and tents.
Tony says, "Tent weddings are actually my favorite because the whole ceiling of the tent is like a giant movie screen."
"Warm lighting like this is really flattering for skin tones, makes the photography look great, and really creates an environment."
In addition to the other types of lighting Tony offers, he also has dozens of types of chandeliers. Here are some the examples hanging in his office. Ooooh, sparkly.
Here's Tony... what impresses me so much about him is that he is extremely straightforward. He says what he means and means what he says, so refreshing! An interesting fact: Tony started his business completely from scratch. He built a successful business as a DJ, then recognizing the cool trends in lighting happening in other parts of the country- he decided to introduce a little of that coolness here. And did we ever need it!
"A handful of people who are very established in the wedding business really embraced the idea of lighting and helped to push it along. " said Tony.
Tony is a tech-y so that part wasn't a problem, he taught himself all about event lighting and researched the business end of it "to death." And voila- a pioneer of coolness in our midst!
See what I mean? Here are some great examples of how lighting can turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Tony thinks that lighting can sometimes scare a bride for a couple reasons...First, since we are in New England people tend to be a little conservative - this isn't South Beach after all. Clients are sometimes worried about looking too "flashy." Don't let this deter you! Lighting is available in a wide range of options, colors, and configurations- even themes are possible. "I've worked with many conservative clients, I usually tell them not to worry... we can switch it up, maybe a nice amber light during dinner and then something a little more fun when the band starts up."
Secondly, price can be a little intimidating... when Tony lights a room, it just looks really rich... does that mean it has to be really expensive too? No it doesn't... Tony says, "Everyone should have lighting, no matter what the budget of the wedding. The minimum expense for lighting is venue dependent and labor dependent. Lighting in any space, no matter how simple or ornate with a minimalistic approach can be the cherry on the top of the whole thing!"
Well said Tony, we couldn't agree more.
Of course, if you want to go crazy and have your venue look like a Hollywood movie set, Tony can do that too. Some of his more memorable over the top events... a 5 day setup for a million dollar wedding with 500 guests, a glass floor over a pool in a tented wedding, and an airplane hanger in Lincoln RI converted into a swanky event in the clouds.
Here's a nice shot from a wedding we shot last year- with Tony's lighting handy work. I love the warm glow of the pinkish, purple lighting against the blue sky outside. The lantern on the floor by the brides dress is also compliments of Tony. He has many types of lanterns from vintage to modern to light pathways and tents.
Tony says, "Tent weddings are actually my favorite because the whole ceiling of the tent is like a giant movie screen."
"Warm lighting like this is really flattering for skin tones, makes the photography look great, and really creates an environment."
In addition to the other types of lighting Tony offers, he also has dozens of types of chandeliers. Here are some the examples hanging in his office. Ooooh, sparkly.
Another trend? Lighting and Draping together for fantastic textures. Tony works closely with the event planner and the event designer when creating an atmosphere like this Moroccan themed space behind him. The sky is the limit when you start to combine fabric with lighting. Friend and ultra talented designer John Ortin often collaborates with Tony on projects involving draping.
One last fact about Tony, even though he's taken his business in a different direction with event lighting, he still has a team of talented professional DJ's working for him. If you need a DJ for your party you'd be hard pressed to find anyone as knowledgeable or professional.
Tony, thanks for your time- it's always so fun to catch up with you. We're hoping to see you a lot this season!
Tony, thanks for your time- it's always so fun to catch up with you. We're hoping to see you a lot this season!
The snap! cam visits Aisha and Dave in CT.
So this is the adorable Aisha and Dave, you may remember them from their 40 Steps portrait session last Fall. They are getting married August 28th at Castle Hill, I'm looking forward to it!
My impression of them when we did the portrait was that they are really in love, have a great time together and are just really nice people. Dave's size is a little intimidating at first, but he is a real sweetheart and he is very loving towards Aisha which is nice to see.
Here they are snuggling in their apartment last week...
Aisha grew up in Brooklyn, so this ornament is an homage to her hometown.
This is where they both went to law school and where they first met! I'm sure that it's lovely when the weather isn't so crappy, we won't judge it based only on these photos!
Then she took a drive over to Sleeping Giant State Park for a few scenery photos, lovely! They like to hike here in the warmer months.
Very dramatic with the snow...
Since it was such a cold and snowy day, there was a lot of hanging out at home, and of course being really cute!
OK, so this is great, Dave proposed to Aisha by putting her ring in one of the boxes in their Advent tree. I love the creative proposals! Here he is proudly posing with it. Don't you think he needs to work out more, his arms are so skinny!
Then she took a drive over to Sleeping Giant State Park for a few scenery photos, lovely! They like to hike here in the warmer months.
Very dramatic with the snow...
Since it was such a cold and snowy day, there was a lot of hanging out at home, and of course being really cute!
OK, so this is great, Dave proposed to Aisha by putting her ring in one of the boxes in their Advent tree. I love the creative proposals! Here he is proudly posing with it. Don't you think he needs to work out more, his arms are so skinny!
(Obviously kidding Dave, those guns are awesome!)
Aisha made some homemade chicken soup to make things super cozy! Yum!
Well, no more relaxing, off to work(they have a wedding to pay for)! Aisha and Dave are both attorneys.
Then Aisha was nice enough to take Dave's (stinky) work shirts to the cleaners.
Well, you guys are too cute! Thanks for letting us take a peek into your life and get to know a little bit. I appreciate your willingness to be part of it and to make such a great effort to take so many fun photos! See you in the summer! -Trish
Aisha made some homemade chicken soup to make things super cozy! Yum!
Well, no more relaxing, off to work(they have a wedding to pay for)! Aisha and Dave are both attorneys.
Then Aisha was nice enough to take Dave's (stinky) work shirts to the cleaners.
Well, you guys are too cute! Thanks for letting us take a peek into your life and get to know a little bit. I appreciate your willingness to be part of it and to make such a great effort to take so many fun photos! See you in the summer! -Trish
A Carnival of Sights to See
I know I promised circus things, but I do believe that the carnival is a very closely related cousin...
When I saw some of Mable and Charlie's elopement photos on Southern Weddings last month, I was instantly smitten. I love the color, the movement, and the playfulness that photographer Jessica Purvis captured.
While a carnival wedding day might not be for everyone, it would make for a fantastic welcome party or rehearsal dinner. And, most of all, I love the idea of doing an engagement shoot at a carnival- a guaranteed recipe for happiness and laughter!
When I saw some of Mable and Charlie's elopement photos on Southern Weddings last month, I was instantly smitten. I love the color, the movement, and the playfulness that photographer Jessica Purvis captured.
While a carnival wedding day might not be for everyone, it would make for a fantastic welcome party or rehearsal dinner. And, most of all, I love the idea of doing an engagement shoot at a carnival- a guaranteed recipe for happiness and laughter!
A Texas Valentine
Valentine's Day...one month away!!! Ladies, start your ovens!
Chances are if you live in Texas, you are a Longhorn or Aggie fan.
These make great gifts for men...nothing too mushy or sweet. Add a college or sports logo to a heart cookie and Valentine's Day is finished. (OK...you may have to make a trip to Victoria's Secret...then it's finished!) ;)
Chances are if you live in Texas, you are a Longhorn or Aggie fan.
These make great gifts for men...nothing too mushy or sweet. Add a college or sports logo to a heart cookie and Valentine's Day is finished. (OK...you may have to make a trip to Victoria's Secret...then it's finished!) ;) I love this krinkle/scalloped heart cutter!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
The Circus Comes to Town
While I was out Christmas shopping last month, The Circus, 1870- 1950 by TASCHEN Books kept capturing my attention. Something about the book called to me, beckoning me to explore the swirl of color and movement depicted on its pages.
Every time I saw The Circus, I would heed its siren call, flipping through the vintage illustrations and photographs, but never lingering for long.
I would still love a good long sit with this book and the chance to learn all the history and magic that's buried within its spine!
Yes, this is what led to my animal cracker craving! Tell me, do any of you have this book? Is it as incredible as it seems? Stay tuned for more circus things to come!
Every time I saw The Circus, I would heed its siren call, flipping through the vintage illustrations and photographs, but never lingering for long.
I would still love a good long sit with this book and the chance to learn all the history and magic that's buried within its spine!
Yes, this is what led to my animal cracker craving! Tell me, do any of you have this book? Is it as incredible as it seems? Stay tuned for more circus things to come!
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