Inbetween meeting with some beautiful brides, we snapped a few images at the Platinum Wedding Gala hosted by the Perfect Wedding Guide and The Conrad.  Ryan Hendrickson and Amanda Coffey did an outstanding job planning this event which included a seated dinner with the Conrad’s famous synchronized service, along with a Vera Wang fashion show by Bella Vie Bridal Couture.  Chair Covers and Linens and McNamara created every tablescape for the event.  We were honored to be a part of it.  The other participating vendors are below.

Other vendors which participated in this event:

A-Classic |  Beach Bum Vacation |  Circle City Planners |  Chair Covers & Linens |  Cocktail Sax Band |  Deborah Sheeran Weddings of Distinction | Evans Audio Visual |  Galleria Studios |  Ghyslain Chocolates |  Indy Photo Booth |  Indy Visual |  Jose Hernandez & Sons Ice Scultures |  Kim King Smith Events |  La Dolce Salon |  McNamara |  Presidential Limousine  |  Spa Chakra |  Westwood Paper

For the past three years we have challenged ourselves to do something unique for Valentine’s Day.  It is kind of our inspirational treat.  Afterall, a good portion of our business revolves around love and romance…why not throw some serious spice into it as well?

This year we couldn’t resist an amazing snowfall in Indianapolis.  Then we just had to quickly find a willing and brave model to endure the elements. We hope you enjoy a little peak at our adventure.

We purposefully do not post our Boudoir Sessions online but should you be interested in providing your husband a little something for ‘his eyes only’…let us know.

Click here to see our past shoots in 2009 and 2008.

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

We again collaborated with Allure Salon to do a creative shoot…this time just guys. 

Joy’s House started with just a simple dream by a not-so-simple gal, Tina Prather, along with many that were passionate about the same dream. Her hope was to start a home-away-from-home daycare service for aging adults that were living with physical or mental challenges while being cared for by a family member.  Joy’s House was the answer for many caregivers that worked but also had a parent living with them.

We are such proud supporters of Joy’s House.  And, we are thrilled about their expansion.  We wanted to photograph some of the progress along the way as it gives many more families the opportunity to find quality care for their loved ones during the day.

Should you wish to find out more about what Joy’s House has to offer or contribute to the capital campaign, please visit Joy’s House.

We had the fanastic opportunity to photograph the morning team from WLIT-Chicago 93.9 with Melissa Forman.  Melissa is the host on all weekday mornings from 5:30-9am.  Joining her in the images are Rob (NBC News), Gina (traffic), and Tony (producer).  It is quite a job to wake Chicagoans up daily…keep up the great work.  Enjoy!

We just love this little guy.  He is so squeezable and belongs to our favorite muse…Sarah.  We designed the announcements (front and back) below. Congratulations!

 
Brides Against Breast Cancer is hosting a charity bridal gown sale April 17-18 at Emmis Communications Lobby along the Circle in Indianapolis.

The Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization for women and men suffering from stage IV breast cancer.  This Nationwide tour includes a collection of well-known designers and couture gowns.  We are very excited about the opportunity to photograph this event.  Please stop by.  I think it is a great opportunity for those brides wanting to do a ‘Trash the Dress’ shoot but don’t want to trash their wedding gown.

This event will feature hundreds of wedding gowns for sale with all proceeds going to assisting women with breast cancer. This event travels throughout the United States and will be exclusively in Indy for only two days! Friday, April 17th from 10:00 A.M.- 8:00 P.M. and Saturday, April 18th from 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.

Despite significant advances in research, Breast Cancer remains the number one cancer killer of women between the ages of 15 and 54, leaving thousands of small children without mothers and young husbands to raise families alone.  Breast cancer touches most everyone, whether personally or through a friend or family member.  Currently, there are 2.8 million women diagnosed with breast cancer in America with numbers increasing rapidly.

Here is some coverage from the Platinum Wedding Gala at the Conrad Indianapolis on Friday evening. We had a fabulous evening, were impressed by the event, and enjoyed getting to chat with young couples planning upcoming weddings.

In this newsclip, it is clear that we are all being affected by the economic downturn, however the key is getting creative.