At Photo Artistry….We Create Your Memories!

Featured Wedding Connection Member

 At the Wedding Connection, we would like to share some highlights from our members. This month, we have Photo Artistry by Judy. Be sure to check out her gallery on our Gallery Page for more of Judy’s wonderful photographic work.

 

When you talk to Judy, be sure to let her know that you saw her profile and wedding photos on the Wedding Connection website.

 

Photo Artistry….We Create Your Memories!

Let our love of weddings and our twenty seven years of experience in the field of wedding photography assure you that you will have the wedding photographs of your dreams. Contemporary or traditional style, the choice is yours….at Photo Artistry it is always “your day, your way”! From the smallest affair to the most elaborate wedding we offer the perfect coverage for you. Many choices for Coffee Table as well as Traditional albums are available and are included in or can be added to all levels of coverage.

At Photo Artistry….We Create Your Memories!

Helpful Tips on Selecting Your Wedding Jewelry

 

By Judy Gaulden of Photo Artistry by Judy

Your wedding day is your “Special Day” and must receive the attention it deserves from the big decisions down to the smaller details. Selecting your wedding jewelry is important for that perfectly gorgeous look you desire for both yourself as well as for your maid of  honor, bridesmaids, flower girls and Mothers. I’d like to offer a few tips in making the choice of the perfect wedding day jewelry a bit less confusing.

The first determining factor is what your choices have been for both your wedding gown as well as for the bridesmaids attire. Your jewelry choices should be based upon what the style of the day will be.

The second factor to consider is your wedding theme and color. Sometimes, just the wedding color is enough to make the selection, but themed weddings are very popular and if you look, you will find bridal jewelry and bridesmaid jewelry that coordinates with that theme.  For instance, if you were planning a very elegant wedding your choices will be much different than if your wedding will have more of a casual theme. Another thing to keep in mind is the type of jewelry that you are comfortable wearing…..do  you prefer more tiny, dainty pieces or do you love a more chunky look.  One rule of thumb is that a very elaborate wedding gown will probably look best with a less elaborate style of jewelry so that it does not over-power the gown. If you have chosen a gown that is a bit more simple you may wish to choose jewelry pieces with more sparkle and pizazz. Whatever you choose make sure that everything compliments your beautiful wedding gown.

Crystal jewelry is very fitting for a wedding. Beautiful Sawarovski or Austrian crystal sets of necklace, bracelet and earrings are always a favorite. Crystal sets are available in numerous colors and shades and should of course coordinate with your bridal attire. One of the most beautiful looks is a simple strand of clear Swarovski crystals, always an elegant favorite when paired with Swarovski earrings and perhaps a bracelet. For a more classic, traditional look a bride can never go wrong with pearls. Today there are pearls in all colors of the rainbow and all shades from the whitest white to many shades of ivory and the darker champagne shades. One other option would be a combination of crystal and pearl which make a lovely choice as well.

Many brides choose to purchase jewelry for their bridesmaids as thank you gifts.  The brides jewelry should be chosen first as the jewelry her maids wear should always compliment the beautiful jewelry she has chosen for herself. A popular trend today is for the bride and her wedding party to all wear   Swarovski crystal necklaces intertwined with crystals or pearls chosen from the wedding colors.

Jewelry for the Mothers should also coordinate with the look of the day and be chosen according to the gown each Mother will be wearing. Everything from the very traditional pearl jewelry to a more eclectic, artsy look is currently in style. Again, making sure that the entire ensemble fits well together.

So with these points in mind……Happy Jewelry Shopping…….there are many types of stores to purchase your prefect wedding day jewelry. You may wish to shop at your bridal salon, your favorite Mall store or from private boutiques where you will find beautiful “one of a kind” pieces. The choices are many but with a little searching you will find those “just perfect” pieces to beautifully compliment your wedding gown and put the sparkle in your wedding day.

Fifteen Questions to Consider Before Hiring Your Wedding Photographer

By Judy Gaulden of Photo Artistry by Judy

 

 

 

The following are helpful questions to consider before hiring a photographer for your wedding. Your wedding day will be a very busy day for you so keep in mind that your photographs are one of the best ways to document your wedding as these events will only happen once.

#1.  Do you like the photographers work?

#2.  Do you like the personality of the photographer?

#3.  Does the photographer have a strong work ethic and good standing in the community (and with the Better Business Bureau)?

#4.  Does the photographer have a good amount of experience? How long has he or she been in business?

#5.  Does the photographer offer a good value for the dollars paid? What are the fees for different packages available?

#6. When meeting with the photographer (in person) does he or she show you photographs from a complete wedding and not just a few best photos from a number of wedding?

#7.  Does the photographer offer copyright of the images to the bride and groom or retain all rights to the photos?

#8.  Does the photographer provide a clear and concise contract which states exactly what is being provided? What is the deposit fee and is it a separate fee?

#9.  Do they have travel and/or over-time fees? If so, how much are these fees?

#10. What style of wedding photography does the studio offer? Can they provide you with the sort of photos you are looking for?

#11. How many hours will the photographer be present on your wedding day? And will they be the actual photographer at your wedding?

#12. Is the photographer studio digital or film based? Do they use a professional lab for printing the photos?

#13. How long after your wedding will your photos be ready to view? Can they be put online for your out-of-town family and friends to view and order?

#14. Does the photographer archive your photos in their studio or will your album/photos be the only copy of the photos?

#15. How long will you be able to order additional photos from your wedding (only after the wedding or will you be able to come back years later and re-order photos)?