Weidner-Rice Rehearsal Dinner

Kristen & Kevin got married May 23, 2009 - Pictage Gallery is already posted and can be accessed thru the proofs link of our main website - but the night before was also very special. The rehearsal and rehearsal dinner was all about family and their closest friends, many who traveled long distances to be here with them. As everyone knows, the groom's family is responsible for hosting the rehearsal dinner. Sally and Nelson Rice went the extra mile to welcome everyone and treat them to an awesome evening. The rehearsal itself took a about an hour at Asbury United Methodist church and then we all zipped over to 61st & Yale to D'Novo restaurant and LXI cocktail lounge, which closed to the public for this private party, so they had the entire place to themselves...all night long! We walked into the most impeccably dressed room I've ever seen. Anne Marie of The French Bouquet really rocked the flowers - orchids everywhere in tall glass cylinders and mounds of white hydrangeas and lilies - it was sweet! Little cards with their names and one of their engagement photos filled each napkin, as a keepsake of the evening. Cocktails and passed hors d'ouvres at LXI followed by a delicious dinner next door at D'Novo. The food was fabulous. If you don't know this, D'Novo prepares and serves food that is low in fat and calories - I can't believe it because it was just too good to be good for you, you know? An evening of toasts, tears and laughter wrapped up with a video presentation created by Kevin's brother Tanner, which was a combination of hilarious and sentimental and the perfect ending to a wonderful night. I understand that many stayed on into the wee hours at LXI but I had to work the next day (ha ha!). Here's a few of the highlights but all the photos from the rehearsal dinner are also in the Pictage gallery if you want to take a look!

Marcus & Mandy's Wedding

Planning an outside wedding in April, in Oklahoma, is a true act of faith. But that's just what Marcus and Mandy had and it worked out just right for them. April 25th, 2009, was a little breezy, a little cloudy sometimes, but an overall glorious day to get married. Golf Club of Oklahoma was the setting with the ceremony on the north lawn and the reception in the clubhouse with its sweeping veranda. Family and friends traveled from near and far to wish these two many blessings. Marcus and Mandy made a special effort to include many family members in their wedding party and make everyone feel welcome. Marcus' children - Katie and Jonathan - were honor attendants and rose to the task of marrying their dad off to Mandy!

The Groove Pilots, with Marcus' brother Mathew singing, rocked the house til the wee hours. Take a peek at some of the highlights of the day in their slideshow here.

Brides of Oklahoma Shoot at the BARN

Lisa & Sophia did a feature shoot for the Brides of Oklahoma Magazine in 2008. It was August and hotter than .... well, you know... but our model was gorgeous and her dress Couture. Who could ask for anything more? (that kind of rhymes - it could be a song!) We also had the privilege of shooting it at The Barn - Vive la Ranch in South Tulsa. When we heard that, we decided to arrange for a few little props - boots and a truck. Gorgeous girl+fabulous dress+boots+truck+barn = MAGIC. We had to wait to post until the Magazine published Jan 16th. It's out so come by the studio and take a look. Check out the Behind the Scenes video in the right hand bar of the Mershon's Tablescape at the BARN. Let us know what you think.

Love in Paradise

After a romantic proposal in Hawaii, April 26th was the gorgeous Saturday Nancy and Les exchanged vows at Trinity Church in Broken Arrow. An island themed reception followed at Cedar Ridge Country Club with fabulous design provided by Lasting Impressions Event Design - www.lastingimpressionsoftulsa.com - in kiwi and deep purples. Beautiful flowers, an island fire dancer, and wonderful food and music made it an evening to remember for everyone. Click here to see the slideshow from the night.