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Hayley & David – Wedding Reception at The White SparrowDallas, Texas

October 12, 2018 Details

Hayley & David may have had a rainy wedding day but that didn’t stop the party or the gorgeous details and fun to be had! The White Sparrow barn looked stunning with floral draping the staircase and lush greenery. These two knew from the beginning that they wanted to emphasize the party – with every person on the dance floor, breaking it down, until last call. They most certainly accomplished that! The dance floor was so crowded the wedding planning team had to pull back the head table to make more room for all the fun! Hayley brought an extra side of excitement to her Father daughter dance – they brought all the moves! Check out the fun images below!

We believe in making the best in what we are given and this couple and their families embraced the day right along with us. We did night portraits outside once the rain stopped, family photos on the floral cover stairs and went with the flow for a perfect wedding day.

Thanks Hayley and David for including us! We had a blast thanks to the two of you and your community of loving people. Super shout out of praise to all the vendors for their hard work!

Borrowed & Blue Occasions

Emerald City Band

Dream Weddings – Floral

Patsy’s Bridal

Marc Roberts Videography

Dapper Donuts

Babes – Dinner Catering

The Porch – Appetizers Catering

Stein’s Bakery – Brides Cake

Dallas Affairs Cakes – Grooms Cake

Bella Bridesmaids

The Styling Stewardess

Premier Transportation

Prestonwood Church

Taylor & Tyler – Wedding Reception at City Club Fort WorthTexas

September 11, 2017 Details

Taylor & Tyler’s wedding reception was beautiful in pinks and naturals at The City Club of Fort Worth! The ballroom there always sparkles and there is something else I love about this venue – it is always a GREAT PARTY! The atmosphere is just perfect for dancing all night, an amazing band and lots of fun! Before we got to into the evening we snuck away for some night time photos not he balcony overlooking downtown Fort Worth. I loved the TCU Purple lights on the buildings. As the night went on these two danced, found themselves on the stage a few times and had a great time celebrating with their friends. We had so much fun celebrating with you two – I can’t wait to see all the future holds!

Thank you to the wedding vendors who executed Taylor’s vision and made her day so fun!

Event Elements – Wedding Planner

Marc Roberts – Video

Something Pretty Floral

City Club of Fort Worth – Reception Venue & Catering

Limelight Band

Creme de la Creme Cakes

Stephanie Nelson – Makeup Artist

LeAnn’s Bridal

Jos A Banks

Bella Bridesmaids

Le Force Entertainment – Lighting

Bethany & Tyler – Wedding Reception at The Ashton DepotFort Worth, Texas

June 29, 2017 Details

This wedding reception is one I will likely never forget. At the end of the night I told Tyler that he is one of the coolest and most fun groom’s I have ever worked with. Tyler and Bethany both are a joy to be around and they made the best of their 4 hour reception. I am pretty sure they danced, hugged, talked and laughed with at least every guest they had. From the moment they walked in the tone was set for a killer night – as the doors opened and the band announced the Mr & Mrs and played “All I do is Win” these two entered the reception arms in the air and tore up the dance floor before their first dance had even begun. Their entrance was epic and it didn’t stop there. Reception’s are about more than the couple – they are about all the invited guest and loved ones. During this party I loved watching the parents interact with one another and their children. We caught Tyler hugging Bethany’s parents, chatting up his Dad and brother and being a little crazy on the stage with the band. Bethany sang with the band from the dance floor, had fun dancing beside her husband and stole lots of kisses from him all night.

To top all of that – Bethany and Tyler are my 4th couple in a group of friends I have been so lucky to photograph. Having 3 of my past couples dancing along side me as I captured this night was priceless. Building relationships with my couples and seeing them time and again at other friends weddings is such a huge reward. I’m looking forward to sharing the dance floor with all 8 of them next year at another one!

Bethany & Tyler’s wedding vendor team:

Sarabeth Events

A Stylish Soiree – Flowers

Thompson Pictures – Video

Ashton Depot

Creme de la Creme Cakes

Downtown Fever

Paper Planet

Pronovias Flag Ship Store – Brides’ Gown

Kiss & Makeup

The Black Tux

Jenny Yoo – Bridesmaids Dresses

Men’s Warehouse

Shelby & Whilden – Wedding Reception at Ashton DepotFort Worth, Texas

June 10, 2017 Details

The Ashton Depot is one of my fave places to photograph – beautiful architecture, a rich history and one of the best teams around! Their food is out of this world amazing! Shelby’s color pallete of soft whites and creams with touches of blue and soft peach and pinks was beautiful. Shelby and Whilden had a fun filled reception. Thanks to the following team who made the party such a success:

Tami Winn Events – Jamie Lemke – Planning

Ashton Depot

Sugar Bee Sweets

Roof Raisers Band

Sage Fine Florals

It’s Your Night Entertainment – Photo booth & Lighting

Turquoise Video

Grand Slam Glam – Hair & Makeup

Ivory Bridal Atelie

LuLu’s Bridal

Silver West

Brazos Carriages

Leigh Anne & Andrew – Wedding at Bella Sera RanchPalestine, Texas

May 9, 2017 Ceremony

Leigh Anne & Andrew’s wedding day was FULL of emotion. I can not even count the amount of times we cried happy tears behind our cameras! Not only were we a tad emotional everyone else was too – this may be my most joyful tearful wedding ever! When Leigh Anne and Andrew met he KNEW she was the one. Not a doubt in his mind – he found a journal and wrote her a note – that if she was reading this then today was their wedding day. In that journal he filled it with their story from dating to proposal and leading up to the wedding day. On the wedding day she opened the journal as his gift to her. It was so super sweet!! This kind of thoughtfulness was woven through out the entire wedding day.

Thanks to the following vendors for making their day so special:

Bella Sera Ranch

LeAnn’s Bridal in Mckinney

Joseph A Banks – Mens Attire

Pam Fisher – Cakes

Jordan Crabill – Hair & Makeup

Minted – Stationary

Mary Morton – Flowers

David Rose – Officiant

Leigh & Evan – Wedding Reception at Fort Worth ClubFort Worth, Texas

April 20, 2017 Details

I love the party – after a day full of emotion and excitement it all comes down to a big celebration! This party was pretty phenomenal – with gorgeous floral from Branching Out Events and a killer band brought in from Atlanta, Jessie’s Girls, it was top of the charts! Leigh and Evan were inseparable all night – dancing close, laughing and visiting with their friends and family. Not sure there are even words for how much fun we all had! Just browse on and you will know that this is a night no one will forget!

This wedding was perfect in every way thanks to an amazing vendor team:

Fort Worth Club – Reception Location, Catering & Cake

Melanie Tatum – Event Planner

Turquoise Video

Branching Out – Floral

Jessie’s Girls by EastCoast Entertainment (Atlanta, GA)

Julian Gold Bridal Dept in San Antonio – Brides Gown

Jenny Yoo Bridesmaids Dresses from Bella Bridesmaid

The Black Tux – Menswear

Jericho Hair Salon – Beauty

Lip Service – Beauty

Laura & David – Wedding Reception at Classic Oaks RanchMansfield, Texas

November 23, 2016 Details

Laura & David have a great love story. Their wedding day is a perfect picture of them and it was filled with such beautiful moments. During their wedding reception at Classic Oaks we had a blast! When they descended the grand staircase into their first dance you could feel their love and it pretty much never stopped. Hearing their parents and friends toast them you could see the intimacy of their relationships but what I heard over and over was what good people Laura & David are. They were described by every person close to them as kind, compassionate, giving, serving and pretty funny too. I think these two have a great future ahead of them if they love each other like their families described them they can’t fail. After some yummy eats and sweets it was time to hit the dance floor! David and Laura – thank you so much for allowing me to be with you. I am so happy that I was able to hear and see your love!

Weddings come together for my couples with fabulous teams of people, pulled together to make their vision come to life. Thanks to Laura & David’s Vendors!

Classic Oaks Ranch

C&C Entertainment – Planning & DJ

Turquoise Video

Sugar Bee Sweets

Hired Gun BBQ – Catering

May I Serve You – Rentals

Hers2 Photo Booth

Lip Service Makeup

De Ma Fille Bridal Salon

JOS A Banks – Menswear

Justine’s Flowers

Nordstrom Bridal – Bridesmaids Attire

William Bruce Salon – Hair

Gene’s Charters

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Katie & Jason – Wedding Reception at The Omni HotelFort Worth, Texas

July 12, 2016 Details

Sometimes you can’t wait to party – Katie & Jason didn’t wait one moment. As they were pronounced husband and wife and strolled out of St. Patricks Cathedral the reception greeted them at the door in the form of a fun Mariachi band. As all the guests filled out of the church these two and their band led the guests on an incredible march a few blocks over to the Omni Hotel for their reception. It was a great sign for the party to come and set the tone of a really special evening.

In the omni these two took to the floor and shared a sweet first dance. What I love most about watching Katie & Jason are all the smiles, silly faces and just joy that radiates from them when they are together. I really can’t remember a time all day when these newlyweds weren’t happy happy happy! After some sweet words in the toasts and great dances with Mom’s and Dad’s it was time to DANCE! The Jordan Kahn Music Company was awesome and this couple kicked it up a notch with the Georgia Bulldog Mascot making a special appearance. The bulldog flew in all the way from Georgia just to shake his tail at Katie & Jason’s wedding!

This day was a fun one and one that I will not forget! Love you guys, you families and I am so happy that I got to share your wedding with you!

Shout out to all the vendors we got to laugh, dance and have fun with at this one:

Jordan Kahn Music Company

Turquoise Video

Arrangements by Mary Parks

Mod Bakehouse

Propmaker Event Rentals – Stage Facade

Xquisite Event Rentals – Draping

De Ma Fille Bridal

Taylors Rentals

Omni Hotel Fort Worth

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Courtney & Miles – Wedding Reception at Fort Worth ClubFort Worth, Texas

June 23, 2016 Details

Look at all that joy! Courtney & Miles are so happy in each others arms and as they danced the night away at their Fort Worth Club wedding reception they were rarely more than arms length apart. This photo shows you why – they are drawn to each other and so enjoy just being with each other.

The club was beautiful in all white floral by Stylish Soiree – so much attention to every detail was taken to really make the room feel lush and full. Fun sayings on custom coasters and late night snacks like fresh donut holes made the night feel special. So many pretty things – not to mention the pretty people (inside and out!) that we were celebrating.

The Downtown Fever Band kept the floor packed, interacted with the crowd and even pulled the couple up onto the stage! It was such an energy filled night!

Thanks to all the vendors who made this day so flawless for Courtney & Miles:

Sarabeth Events

A Stylish Soiree – Floral

Downtown Fever Band

Turquoise Video

Fort Worth Club – Venue, Catering & Cakes

Blush Paperie

Beauty & the Blush – Hair & Makeup

Fort Worth Club

Bella Bridesmaid

Joseph A Banks – Mens Attire

Stardust Bridal – Brides Gown

Blue Diamond Limo

It’s Your Night – Lighting

This day has SOOOO many perfect moments – to see more than I could possibly fit on a blog watch their wedding highlight slideshow:

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Allie & Kane – Wedding Reception at River Crest Country ClubFort Worth, Texas

April 6, 2016 Details

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River Crest Country Club was just stunning for Allie & Kane’s wedding. This was my first wedding to photograph at the club and I just fell in love with the ballroom, the staff and the location. It was the perfect place for this elegant and classic wedding reception. Tami Winn created an amazing space complete with custom gold dance floors, hedge walls, custom signage and an outdoor space that was so welcoming. A gospel choir entertained the guests during cocktail hour before Downtown Fever took the stage to welcome the bride and groom into their first dance. All night these two were rarely apart and spent the evening chatting up friends and family or shaking it on the dance floor. It was such a fun night – all their guests had a blast. I have never seen so much spilt alcohol – a sure sign of a GOOD party! As the night came to a close we said farewell and sent Allie & Kane off to Thailand for their honeymoon.

Congrats you two – it was really a pleasure being with you. I could see the Love you have not only for each other but also for God. I could see the Lord’s hand in every working part of this day. My favorite part of the entire day was when Allie’s little sister asked me what my favorite wedding was. I responded all of them – each for different reasons. She wanted to know what my favorite part of this day was and it was a no brainer – God – I could see God in every part of this day. It was so amazing!

Thank you Tami for pulling together this couple’s dream day and for bringing us together as vendors!

Tami Winn Events – Planning, Design & Flowers

Lynn Films

River Crest Country Club

Creme de la Creme Cakes

Downtown Fever Band

Beyond – Lighting

DFW Dance Floors

Gold Dust Vintage Rentals

Bella Accento – Rentals

Silver West Transportation

Premier Transportation