{soon2bes} erin & mike: an urban engagement shoot

I wanted to give a shot out to one of my fav May clients Erin & Mike! Just had a chance to drool over some photos from their engagement shoot done by the ever so talented Shelly Ivy of Ivy Studios! Rock stars!

busted with the spray can ..I think the likeness is uncanny! Gotta love the downtown phoenix wedding scene!

train movin' just as fast as their planning...we are right around the corner from their big day!

 

 

 They have much to celebrate- Mike is in the military and is coming home for good soon! Just in time to walk down the aisle! Congrats

{Soon2Bes} AZ Weddings Magazine Director, Kristna & Tom

When Kristina ran up to me at the Bridal Show in January of 2009, with the new ring, I just knew this was going to be a fun one! Well sure enough Tom an Kristina have been an awesome couple to work with! When you work for Arizona Weddings Magazine, there is not a venue she hasn't seen, color combonation proposed, and detail that hasn't come across her desk that leaves the masses inspired...thather wedding day will have to be DIFFERENT!

I will keep you posted on the progess...June is fast approaching! In the meantime, here are her engagement pics- captured by Priddy Photographer!

Dress Rehearsal

So there is nothing more fabulous then putting a group of talented people together to make magic! It was a perfect day for creativity! It was a mock up for a March 2010 client @ FireSky Resort!

A gorgeous display of red roses, garnet pintuck, black chargers & cut crystal ruby stemware from Table Tops Etc talented owners Melissa & Dianna! Another table was created in true red pintuck , icecream bowls with red jewels, hydrandeas, and blackmagic roses. Black Chivari Chairs with tie treatments to match! Highlighted with red votives and spray roses to accent the luxurious feel of this red on red palette! The stunning tables were captured by the exquisite talents of Ben @ BQ Photography...both vendors are chosen for this client's most important day! Next? Stationary to tie it all together, lighting to add drama, and of course the special personal touches that are unique to every couple!

Soon2Bes: Eliana & Julio

So I am starting a new feature on my blog of planning advice and updates from my "Soon2Bes"!

The first of these is from my Eliana & Julio- their date is in the fall and planning is beginning to wrap up!

Here are her thoughts so far....Thanks Mandy for the great pics!

When I first got engaged I went to “plan-mode” instantaneously! I wanted nothing more than to be surrounded by gorgeous dresses while sipping champagne, tasting amazing food and planning my romantic honeymoon. Reality soon set in as I realized the tremendous amount of work that actually goes into planning a wedding. I didn’t want a cookie cutter wedding I wanted something different, something that exemplified my fiancé and myself. I realized I couldn’t do this on my own so I called Regina, aka my savior. She has not only made the process effortless but she’s made it so much fun! The months are flying by and my wedding is only 3 months away! What I’m looking forward to the most is seeing my incredibly unique/dream wedding! Regina is extremely creative and detailed! She puts me at ease and is willing to help with anything. She took the time to get to know my fiancé and myself so that she better understood us and could anticipate what we’re wanting. I’m very excited for my wedding and for my family and friends to celebrate with us! I owe a HUGE thanks to Regina for everything she’s done for us so far and for what she continues to do!!"

Thanks E&J- its been my pleasure!