Amy & Gene

Amy & Gene
October 25, 2008
Bella Terra, Georgia

One of my favorite things about Amy and Gene's wedding was the ceremony itself. It was beautiful and very photogenic! They got married outside on a perfect fall day. The sun was in a great spot to not only bring out the fall colors but it helped light up Amy's smiling face. I remember looking at Gene through my camera during the ceremony and I could see this amazing life in his eyes. It was the look of pure joy and excitement.

The location couldn't have been better. Amy and Gene are a pretty laid back couple, the outdoor setting really complimented their personality. For Gene's last dance with his new wife even though his clothing has changed (he was wearing his baseball cap and a red shirt) his smile and embrace stayed strong.
Kristi

Sherry & Rick

October 18th, 2008
Wolf Mountain Vineyard

The first thing I think of when I think back to this wedding was good ole southern hospitality. A week before the wedding I met Sherry and Rick up at Wolf Mountain Vineyard for their engagement session. Even though I had only briefly meet the two before the shoot, I felt like they were old friends. They have a very relaxed way about them. We walked around the property and ran into a women setting up her flowers for a wedding. Sherry asked if she was available the following weekend because she didn't have a florist quite yet. It ended up working out beautifully just like that, easy and relaxed.

During the wedding multiple people kept coming up to us to make sure we were well feed and happy. I remember the groom even offering to get me a drink. Everyone was really nice to us and I greatly thank Sherry and Rick for having such awesome friends and family.

The wedding was beautiful. They had this massive vineyard to themselves up in North Georgia. Sherry had splashes of red everywhere. From the roses to her red stilettos. The ceremony took place on a porch with the sun setting behind the bride and groom as they said their vows and I do's.
Kristi

A Night at the Georgia Aquarium

Vidya & Dion
October 11th, 2008
Georgia Aquarium

I felt so honored to do my first wedding at the Georgia Aquarium! It is one of my favorite places in all of Atlanta. Vidya and Dion put on one amazing reception in their grand ballroom. There were Indian dancers during dinner, music and crazy dancing that went on till 1am, one of the best desserts I have ever had, and oh ya, whale sharks swimming in the background. It was amazing to be there and to be a part.

I think that one could make a movie based on Vidya and Dion's wedding, with this reception as the grand finale. I will always remember Vidya and Dion's unbelievable weekend.
Kristi

Vidya & Dion

Vidya & Dion
Shree Ram Mandir
October 10th 2008

Vidya and Dion didn't just have a wedding, they had an event. The weekend was full of so much celebrating that I will need to do 2 posts and 2 different galleries. Friday they had their Hindu and Muslim wedding ceremonies, Saturday was their Georgia Aquarium reception.

I arrived at Vidya's parents house early on Friday to photograph some of the preparations. The first thing I noticed was that their garage had been turned into a kitchen. Vidya's family was cooking so much food that they had huge pots spread out around the garage and they where stirring not with spoons but rather large sticks. They were making Indian curry and roti for the ceremony. They asked me to try and wow, it was some of the best food I have ever had! I love Indian spices and roti has always been one of my favorite foods. It was a great way to start off my shoot!

Vidya was stunning. She adorned herself in the traditional way with all the traditional clothing and jewelry. She was so beautiful she definitely had everyone's eyes in the room. The ceremonies were full of family, color, curry, and lots ands lots of smiles. I had a great time.
Kristi