Real Wedding at Vie in Philadelphia, a Cescaphe Venue
By dcarpenito at July 2, 2014 | 7:38 pm | 0 Comment

This stunning wedding was held at Vie in Philadelphia, one of the most desired and sought after venue in the city. After seeing these photos taken by top Philadelphia wedding photographer Russ Hickman Photography, we know why! The Vie in Philadelphia is located just north of City Hall and the famous "Love Park". It is the fourth Philadelphia wedding venue by Cescaphe
Real Wedding: Greater Philadelphia Area Wedding at “Industrial Chic” Venue
By dcarpenito at June 30, 2014 | 7:36 pm | 0 Comment

Jessica & John held their wedding at Phoenixville Foundry, a greater Philadelphia area wedding venue, one of the oldest structures in Phoenixville. The ceilings are 60 feet high, revealing the buildings original hip shaped roofs & clerestory windows. The dramatic lighting system throughout the 18,000 square foot venue, inside and out, creates a romantic and
Real Wedding: Michigan Wedding Venue Henry Ford Museum
By dcarpenito at June 25, 2014 | 6:32 pm | 0 Comment

// Emily & Christopher's Wedding was held at the impressive Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. What an amazing backdrop for a wedding, and what an adorable couple. This Michigan wedding venue is impressive, with soaring 40 foot ceilings and covering nine acres dedicated to showcasing tens of thousands of the finest artifacts. The Museum Plaza has a sweeping
Stunning Maryland Wedding on the Water
By dcarpenito at June 17, 2014 | 6:31 pm | 0 Comment

// This Maryland Wedding we are featuring today has so many beautiful details, we couldn't wait to share it! Katie and Dan were recently married at the The Kitty Knight House, a wedding venue on Maryland's eastern shore with an 18th-century waterfront inn on the Sassafras River harbor. It has a stunning setting with a tented pavilion that fits 100 to 350 guests and is
10 New Must Have Wedding Photos of Moments You Won’t Want to Miss
By dcarpenito at June 16, 2014 | 7:26 pm | 0 Comment

// You spend months and months planning your wedding making sure every detail is just right. You've gone through your entire wedding checklist, found your perfect wedding dress, found your venue, chose your wedding photographer, your wedding entertainment, picked the perfect wedding menu, and planned your dream honeymoon. Then, the big day comes and it's all over in a
Top 10 Vineyard Wedding Ideas for a Wine Themed Wedding
By dcarpenito at June 9, 2014 | 8:54 pm | 0 Comment

// A vineyard wedding has to be the most elegant and romantic venue setting there is. And, what would fit better than a wine theme?There are so many unique and fun ways to pull this off, from save the dates to desserts. Here are 10 of our favorite vineyard wedding ideas for a wine theme wedding, read on! Vineyard Wedding Ideas 1. Wine Cork Save the
Real Rustic Wedding: Vinewood Plantation in GA
By dcarpenito at May 27, 2014 | 11:47 pm | 0 Comment

// Vinewood Plantation in Georgia is an amazing historic venue for a dream rustic wedding ceremony and reception location. The stables date back to the 1830's when it served as an Atlanta area working barn for Vinewood’s original cotton plantation. It has been renovated with all of the contemporary amenities necessary for a wedding, and the attention to detail is
Unique Wedding Guest Book Ideas
By dcarpenito at April 25, 2014 | 7:22 pm | 0 Comment

Looking for a unique way to remember your wedding guests? We've pulled together 5 unique wedding guest book ideas to use for inspiration. Give these creative ideas a try instead of the usual signature in a book! Shadow Box Frame Wedding Guest Book Have your guests sign a heart and drop it in the shadow box frame. You can hang this beautiful frame in your home. //
Bridal Bouquet Styles
By dcarpenito at April 23, 2014 | 6:49 pm | 0 Comment

If you’ve been on the hunt for a dose of bridal bouquet styles inspiration to help you select the perfect bunch of blooms for your big day, then you’ve come to the right place! SimplyBridal’s infographic Bridal Bouquet Styles offers some great information on different bridal bouquet shapes and flower types, along with which seasons they’re available in. Looking
How to Coordinate Mismatched Bridesmaids Dresses
By dcarpenito at April 22, 2014 | 8:02 pm | 0 Comment

// Bridesmaids come in all shapes and sizes, so picking out bridesmaids dresses that everyone will feel comfortable with and look fabulous in can be challenging. This is why the decision to have mismatched bridesmaids dresses has become more and more popular recently. Remember, you can't just let your bridesmaids pick whatever they want, there has to be some element
10 Unique Wedding Photo Poses & Ideas
By dcarpenito at March 28, 2014 | 6:37 pm | 0 Comment

// Looking for some inspiration and guidance on unique wedding photo poses and ideas for must-haves?We've gathered together 10 of our favorite unique wedding photo poses that are not only cute, but will most definitely set your photos apart from the rest. 1. Hold an ampersand sign between the two of you for a cute engagement pose. Photo by
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10 Unique Save the Date Ideas
By dcarpenito at February 21, 2014 | 5:18 pm | 0 Comment

Photo Courtesy of: Hassas Photography // Save the Dates are a great way to get the word out about your engagement and to create excitement and anticipation for your big day! They're certainly not necessary, but especially important if you're planning a destination wedding or if your wedding will take place on or around a holiday. Here are 3 of the most important
Valentine’s Day- All About Kissing
By dcarpenito at February 12, 2014 | 5:42 pm | 0 Comment
Valentine's Day is upon us, and couples all over are preparing to spend an extra-special evening together. Whether you're going all out and planning a fancy 'caviar and champagne' kind of evening or keeping it low key by ordering pizza and snuggling at home, you’ll most likely receive a sweet Valentine’s Day kiss at some point in the evening. To make sure you
Wedding Veil Giveaway Winner
By dcarpenito at February 10, 2014 | 8:43 pm | 0 Comment
Our Bridal Giveaway winner is Aileen Colburn of California, she's won a Wedding Veil of her choice from Simply Bridal! We've teamed up with some great wedding vendors to giveaway some cool prizes, and every two weeks we pick a winner! Become a fan on our Facebook page to enter the latest giveaway and win! And if you haven't already, Find Your Perfect Wedding
Wedding Dress Trends for 2014
By dcarpenito at January 17, 2014 | 4:05 pm | 0 Comment
With the New Year clipping along, wedding proposals are happening the world over as excited couples embrace their new life together. Once the question has been popped, the wedding planning starts, even if it’s more wishful thinking than tangible plans at this stage. For the bride-to-be, her most important decisions will be the gown she wears and her bridesmaid
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New York Wedding with a Paebaek Ceremony
By dcarpenito at January 13, 2014 | 5:22 pm | 0 Comment

The VIP Country Club in New Rochelle New York is located on the shores of Long Island Sound, where Ciara and Chang celebrated their wedding day reception. The marriage integrated both Ciara's Irish heritage and Chang's Korean heritage, including a traditional Paebaek ceremony. The day began with a few quick portraits at the Scarsdale Women's Club Ballroom, followed by a
‘Up’ Inspired Shoot-Couple celebrates 61 years
By dcarpenito at January 3, 2014 | 5:24 pm | 0 Comment

We just had to share this special and meaningful photo shoot by Cambria Grace Photography! Donald and Dorothy Lutz were married 61 years ago, and to celebrate they decided on a beautiful anniversary photo shoot inspired by the Disney movie “Up”. The shoot took place on Boston’s Old Northern Avenue Bridge, chosen for its industrial look. “They were
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Happy Thanksgiving!
By dcarpenito at December 27, 2013 | 7:40 pm | 0 Comment

Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving! To our readers, members, and friends, we are so thankful, honored, and grateful to have your support. As we celebrate this holiday we'll raise our glasses to you, hope you eat lots of great food, spend quality time with your family, and travel safely! And remember, "Gratitude is the smile of love". We hope to
Bride/Groom Cornhole Bags Giveaway Winner
By dcarpenito at October 28, 2013 | 1:43 pm | 0 Comment

Our Bridal Giveaway winner is Courtney Conant of Arizona, she's won a set of 8 Bride/Groom Cornhole Bags from The Bag Ladies 2013! They've got a great selection of quality cornhole bags; embroidered, themed, wedding, waterproof, team bags and more. We've teamed up with some great wedding vendors to giveaway some cool prizes, and every two weeks we pick a winner! Become
4 DIY Bridal Makeup Ideas
By dcarpenito at October 24, 2013 | 1:41 pm | 0 Comment
Are you trying to decide on the perfect makeup look for your wedding day? Well, there are a few factors you should consider before making the big decision. Firstly, wait until you’ve determined your wedding theme before deciding whether you want a light, natural look or something a bit more dramatic. You should also try to ensure you select a makeup look that reflects
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Behind the Lens with God’s Glories Photography
By dcarpenito at October 18, 2013 | 8:20 pm | 0 Comment

Member James Sebesta of God's Glories Photography's passion for photography began the day he took a photo of the day lilies in his yard. The photo came out so nice it inspired him to begin God's Glories Photography. A few years later he began shooting weddings and fell in love with it. "It's like watching your friends get married every week."Learn more about his
Behind the Lens with D Coleman Photography
By dcarpenito at October 18, 2013 | 8:18 pm | 0 Comment

Member David Coleman of D Coleman Photography in Nixa Missouri fell in love with photography 11 years ago when asked to photograph his sisters wedding. Learn about David's style, what he offers, his recommendations for new photographers, and more in this edition of Behind The Lens. WPUSA: David, you've been a member of WeddingPhotoUSA since 2005 so you've got some time
Wedding Hair Pins Winner Announced
By dcarpenito at October 8, 2013 | 3:53 pm | 0 Comment
Our Bridal Giveaway winner is Meagan Clark of California, she's won a set of 3 Pretty Wedding Pins from Miss Joan's Bridal Boutique! You'll find beautiful Wedding, Bridal, Bridesmaid Jewelry & Hair Accessories at Miss Joan's Bridal. We've teamed up with some great wedding vendors to giveaway some cool prizes, and every two weeks we pick a winner! Become a fan on our
Wedding Photo Sign Winner
By dcarpenito at September 30, 2013 | 9:09 pm | 0 Comment
Our Bridal Giveaway winner is Samantha Miller of New York, she's won an Illuminated Wedding Photo Sign from Signs Remembered! Signs Remembered sells personalized gifts and displays for all occasions! We've teamed up with some great wedding vendors to giveaway some cool prizes, and every two weeks we pick a winner! Become a fan on our Facebook page to enter the latest
Wedding Photojournalistic Style of Photography
By dcarpenito at September 23, 2013 | 3:45 pm | 0 Comment
Wedding Photojournalism is an increasingly popular style of wedding photography today. Brides who choose photojournalists to capture their wedding day feel the traditional photography style is stale and old, they are looking for something new and different. Photojournalism is a skill, not just the name of a style of photography. A wedding photojournalist is a
A Photographer’s Wish List
By dcarpenito at September 23, 2013 | 3:41 pm | 0 Comment
Finding and hiring a professional photographer to document your wedding day is a sizable investment, in not only money, but time as well. By doing your research and hiring a professional that suits your style, you can rest assured that he or she is going to capture your day exactly how you want. But achieving the best possible results doesn't end with the signing of the
Ideas for a Perfect Bridal Shoot
By dcarpenito at September 23, 2013 | 3:34 pm | 0 Comment
You have selected your wedding photographer and now it's time for your bridal shoot. So many questions to answer and it isn't even your wedding day yet! Here is some advice for the perfect bridal shoot. Bridal Shoots usually occur at least a month or two before your wedding date. The location of your bridal shoot is one of the most important decisions you
New Years Eve Wedding Ideas
By dcarpenito at September 23, 2013 | 3:30 pm | 0 Comment
There cannot be a more a romantic way to ring in a new year than with a celebration of marriage! We put together some ideas and tips to help plan your New Years Eve Wedding. Attire: Have your guests wear their most elegant attire by making it a special black tie event. The bride would look beautiful wearing a Long Satin Gown with shimmering sequins and a
How NOT to Choose a Wedding Photographer
By dcarpenito at September 23, 2013 | 3:29 pm | 0 Comment
You have seen it on practically every wedding photographer's web page and in bridal magazines. It seems that everyone wants to give the bride and groom advice on how to choose a wedding photographer. Most of what I have read is sound and useful advice, but I thought it might be helpful to write an article that explores this in more detail. So lets look at the mistakes
Behind the Lens with A Photo by Ashley
By dcarpenito at September 23, 2013 | 3:24 pm | 0 Comment

Member Ashley of A Photo by Ashley's love for photography started when her first son was born. "It's something about capturing life as it is...Especially for myself, I watched my son grow right before my eyes."Ashley tells us about her style, what she offers, how she juggles work and family, and more in this edition of Behind The Lens. 1. How and when did you get