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Emilee & Jeff – Getting Ready & First Look at the Omni HotelFort Worth, TX

November 17, 2016 First Look

Where do I even begin? This couple is just the sweetest most silly in the perfect ways kind of in love that makes my life better. The way they look at each other, how they melt into each others arms and their willingness to enjoy life and laugh is refreshing and inspiring. Emilie & Jeff met in High School, kept in touch, and eventually fell hard in love as you can see by these photos.

The couple and their families and friends prepared for the wedding at The Omni Fort Worth Hotel. Emilee was full of nervous energy and laughter as she awaited seeing her prince. She is close to her Mom and sister and I loved the connection they had to each other as they helped her dress in her textured gown. Jeff looked so good and SO ready to see Emilee as he awaited my direction to turn around. When he turned his jaw dropped and rightly so – Emilee was stunning! These two laughter, embraced and checked each other out as they chatted about the day. It was such a heartfelt first look and after we had the parents join us for a gift and one of my favorite moments of the day – Jeff’s Mom & Step Dad seeing Emilee for the first time. Dad gave a big OK and Mom was just speechless – I love watching families become one that so deeply care for the person their child is marrying. It sure makes it extra special.

Thanks to our vendor partners!

Tami Winn Events – Planning, Design & Floral

Angie Williams – Hair and Makeup

Bliss Bridal Salon – Brides Gown

Mister Tuxedo

The Bridesmaid Boutique

Katie & Charlie – New Years Eve Wedding Reception at Fort Worth Club

January 21, 2016 Details

Happy New Year!!! I mean come on, is this not the most epic way to ever celebrate the new year? Surrounded by by their loved ones these two said more than I do. They said goodbye to 2015 and hello to a new year and a new life and Mr. & Mrs. They also threw the best New Years Eve party ever!

The ballroom at Fort Worth Club looked amazing! Tami Winn and her team pulled off a beautiful installation of floral, lighting, custom pieces and a floral halo that was suspended over the dance floor. It was the first time for the club to have a piece suspended from the chandelier and it just perfected the ambience and made everyone know that this night – was about the party on the dance floor! To go with their theme – the countdown to Conway – the couple had confetti tubes with “cue the confetti” tags and party horn place cards.

As the clock crept toward midnight the Project Band led the countdown and the room erupted in confetti, cheers, noise makers and lots of first kisses of 2016. It was perfect!

Glad I could ring in the new year with this couple, their families and an great team of wedding vendors:

Tami Winn Events – Planning, design & floral

Fort Worth Club

Angie Williams – Hair & Makeup

Turquoise Video Productions

Randy Ro Entertainment – Stage Draping

Stageworks – Floral Halo Structure (Flowers by Tami Winn)

Absolute Entertainment – The Project – Band

Beyond – Lighting

DFW Dance Floors – Custom dance floor and stage facade

Paper Planet – Paper Products

Neiman Marcus – Dallas – Katies Bridal Gown

Bagdley Mischka – Bridesmaids Dresses

If you haven’t had enough watch the highlight reel from Katie & Charlie’s Fort Worth Wedding on New Years Eve!

Katie & Charlie – Winter Night Wedding Ceremony at Marty Leonard Chapel

January 20, 2016 Ceremony

We ended 2015 with one fun blowout of a party as we celebrated alongside Katie & Charlie at Marty Leonard Chapel and The Fort Worth Club. Before we could ring in the new year first we had to countdown to Conway and get these two married!

We kicked off the day at The Fort Worth club for preparations and some relaxing with the bridesmaids and groomsmen. The ladies were ready to party and sparkling from head to toe in their gold drape backed sequin gowns. Charlie, the sweetheart that he is, gave each of the bridesmaids a bottle of Creed Perfume, Love in White, with a hand written note on the back thanking them for being a part of their day. Every detail was perfect and thought out from the fabulous blue shoes Katie wore to the bejeweled clutch and the amazing sapphire ring borrowed from he groom’s Mother. When it was time to get dressed Katie just glowed. I love her classic and clean lined gown with a fun and textured flared skirt.

At the church we snuck in a few photos as the sun was setting outside. The ladies were so sophisticated in their fur stoles. Charlie and his guys were thankful for the cold though – it is so funny to me how guys are always hot! Whenever it is cold outside it seems like a blessing to the groom. Katie’s family had their childhood minister who baptized her fly in to perform the ceremony. By candlelight and romantic moody lighting the couple said their vows. Charlie cried a few tears and Katie was so radiant. It was such a pleasure to share this day with them.

Without this amazing team this wedding would not have been possible, thanks friendors!

Tami Winn Events – Planning, design & floral

Marty Leonard Chapel

Angie Williams – Hair & Makeup

Turquoise Video Productions

Forte Strings

Silver West Transportation

Paper Planet – Paper Products

Neiman Marcus – Dallas – Katies Bridal Gown

Bagdley Mischka – Bridesmaids Dresses

Amanda & John – Wedding Reception at City Club of Fort Worth

December 4, 2014 Moments

Tracy Autem 2014

After a perfect ceremony these two headed over to party with their friends and family at The City Club of Fort Worth. From the time they entered the room until the last dance the room was full of energy, the dance floor was full and we hall had SO much fun! I love a groom that spends more time on the dance floor or at his brides side than anywhere else so John is a fave of mine! Amanda and her friends barely ever stepped off the dance floor, I know they had to be tired at the end of this night! My favorite part of the day as always was their private last dance. There is something so magical about the couple alone in their reception space, sharing a moment without all their guests before they say farewell. Always a tear jerker, always makes me smile and always makes for beautiful images!

Congrats Amanda & John! I have loved getting to know you and being apart of your journey!

Thanks to all the vendors that helped make Amanda and John’s wedding day so special:

Bliss Bridal – Bride and Bridesmaids attire

Turquoise Video

LeForce Entertainment – DJ & Lighting

Sugar Bee Sweets – Cakes

City Club of Fort Worth – Location & Catering

Kelly Norvell with Bridal Blooms

Lip Service Make Up Artistry

Mouton’s Salon

Personally Yours Invitations

Want more! I always do! Check out their wedding slide show:

Lindsey & Christian – Wedding Reception at The Colonial Country Club

July 14, 2014 Moments

The Colonial Country Club was perfectly elegant for this classic couple. With red, black and white details and floral the ballroom was gorgeous. After the couple kicked off the night with their first dance we headed out to capture some golden light near the green. The course is always a great backdrop at the golden hour and it did not disappoint. I love that even during romantic portraits these two were laughing and capturing that is better than any pose. THEN we partied – the dace floor was full all night, cake was delicious and dinner filled everyone to satisfaction. It was a great night as I enjoyed shaking my tail along with this couple and all their friends.

I am so excited for what the future holds for you two! Congratulations and be blessed in all things!

Wedding fabulous doesn’t happen on it’s own, thanks to this team that made the magic happen:

Tami Winn Events – Floral

Bliss Bridal – Bride & Bridesmaids attire

About Face Artistry – Randee Strand – Hair & Make Up

Mens Wearhouse

Sugar Bee Sweets – Cake

Trey & the Tritiones – Reception Band

Owl and Tree Films – Video

Beyond – Reception Lighting

Because we love photos and telling the story, check out Lindsey & Christian’s highlights slideshow with more moments!

Celebration de Lamour – A French Picnic styled photo shoot with Tami Winn Events and Brides of North Texas Magazine

February 10, 2014 Publications

This tabletop shoot was one to remember! I love when planners and designers think outside the box and Tami Winn definitely did with this French inspired picnic. The low ground level tables surrounded by posh pillows were so inviting. I adored the bold striped linens, the classic gold and pops of pink. Treats were provided by the Four Seasons Resort with a ruffled cake by Creme de la Creme. This sweet picnic took place with one of my real couples, Kristy & Jared, at the Four Seasons in Dallas Spa Poll Deck. This pocket of pretty green grass, surrounded by trees created a haven for our set and lovely couple. To add to the outdoor vibe we were joined by a little frenchie, a french bulldog that is, Bruiser. Bruiser is the pup of one Dallas’ best DJ’s, Glenn Roush. Thanks to all the vendors who took part in this photo shoot and check it out in the pages of Brides of North Texas Magazine!

-Tracy Autem

Tami Winn Events – Design & Floral

Gold Dust Vintage – Vintage Rentals

Creme de la Creme – Cake

Four Seasons Resort, Dallas – Desserts and Location

De Ma Fille – Wedding Gown

Paper Planet – Stationary

Wendy Zerrudo Makeup

Samantha Landis Bridal Hair Styling

Turquoise Video – Check out their behind the scenes video of our photo shoot!

Sarah & Brian {Married Part 1} At La Paloma Westin Resort in Tucson, AZ

May 12, 2012 Destination

It’s been a few weeks since Sarah & Brian’s wedding and frankly I had a very hard time editing their images. These two just pulled at my heart strings so selecting images to show as my favorites has been impossible, I wanted to share every single one! Today I am excited to share their preparations, details and ceremony.

Amanda, my associate, and I traveled to Tucson for this amazing wedding at the La Paloma Westin Resort. Destination weddings are always a treat but are hard work as we combine a whirlwind weekend of travel, multiple events and beautiful weddings. La Paloma is a beautiful backdrop for a wedding with one of the best views in my opinion of the Mountains. It was a fabulous break from my Texas weddings (Can you tell I was a bit excited about mountains?) Read on for more about their perfect day and look on the blog next week for part 2 of their wedding images!

I adored the texture in Sarah’s hair with the ribbon weaved through it.

She was excited and SO cute about everything.

Brian works at the La Paloma Country Club with the Golf Course so we had to brave the 100+ heat for at least one photo on the green.

Love the squishy face.

A sweet kiss between Brian and his Mom.

Brian was a ball of emotion (one more reason I loved him as a groom) and as he opened his wedding gift from Sarah he fell apart. This is his sister hugging him when he needed it.

Sarah putting on her wedding gift, custom designed earrings.

Brian walking his Grandma down the aisle.

Brian’s Father and Mother.

Sarah’s Brother and Mother.

Sarah’s brother escorted her down the aisle.

Did I mention Brian was emotional?? I have too many photos of him crying with joy that I could barely choose.

After their first kiss (above) I love that the embraced and savored the moment (below.)

Brian holding his bride after they departed the ceremony. Stay tuned next week for more images and their best of slide show!

Brandi & TJ {Married Part 1 – Portraits & Details} Old Red Courthouse in Dallas

June 3, 2011 Moments

I am so excited to share this wedding! I have known the Groom, TJ, for many a years and I was super thrilled to share in his wedding day. Their day was a complete tear jerk-er but I’ll tell more about that in Part 2 of their wedding blog. This one is all about the pretty. Brandi had always had her eyes on Old Red Courthouse in Dallas for her wedding and she could not have picked a more perfect venue for her vintage chic wedding. Wendy with Birds of a Feather Events helped pull it all together with cute silhouettes of the bride and groom on cookies and wall art. Wendy also made the most beautiful hand sewn flowers for the place settings and brought together a fabulous array of vintage books and items to complete the decor. Brandi wore a gorgeous gown from Pence & Panache in Burleson while her bridesmaids wore Priscilla of Boston. The simply delicious brides cake and the zombie grooms cake were made by Sugar Bee Sweets. Kabloom provided the magnificent floral and Randy Ro Entertainment kept us dancing all night long. I can’t wait to share the little things that made me have watery eyes ALL day soon.

Star Telegram Bridal Show – 2010 Open Date Discount extended to ALL new clients!

August 24, 2010 Studio News

Wedding Photographers Tracy Autem Sarah Rizy Halferty Bridal Show Booth

Sarah Halferty, Tracy Autem, & Sarah Rizy in our super cute booth at the show!

We had a fabulous time last weekend at the Star Telegram Bridal Show at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine. We met some super cute brides, helpful Mothers and friends and saw some of our best vendor friends! We still have some select dates available in October -December of 2010 with the Lightly Photography team and are offering a discount on weddings for those months. $250 off any wedding package (even our petite weddings!) for open dates in those months. If you were not at the show and are getting married this year and need a photographer please call the studio at 817-810-9282 and we will extend this 10% discount to you!

black yellow gray centerpieces wedding table scape tami winn

I am obsessed with bright colors and fun uses of neutrals and I just Loved this black, yellow and gray tablescape by Tami Winn.

City Club Fort Worth had some of their to die for food on display, pitty we couldn't eat it!

Star Telegram Bridal show fashion show bride after party dress weddings on the boulevard

The fashion show had lots of great ideas for attire from the standard to this fun cocktail after party dress. Who wouldn't want to party the night away in this fun frock by Weddings on the Boulevard.

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