Ceremony: St. Paul Episcopal Church
Reception: Hotel Carmichael
Planner & Florist: Gina Howald
Photographer: Stacy Able Photography
Hair: JW Salon
Makeup: Raye Beauty Co
DJ: Jim Cerone The Perfect Host
Photo Booth: Grin and Booth It
Cake: Heavenly Sweets
Transportation: Antique Limousine of Indianapolis
Lauren & Tom’s storybook wedding day took place on her grandparents’ farm property in Franklin, and what a day it was! After capturing their preparations and first look alongside photographer Jennifer Driscoll, we had fun exploring the many beautiful corners of the property throughout the day for photos. The ceremony amid the trees was right out of a movie, with cool details like “Mimi’s lemonade” greeting the guests, wedding programs by Pink Poppy Ink printed onto brown bags containing rose petals to throw, and a towering fabric backdrop pointing up to the sky.
The tented reception featured more amazing decor & details provided by A Classic Party Rental, The Empty Vase, Wow Factors, Thomas Caterers & Classic Cakes among others. But it was the magical moments between Lauren & Tom that made the night, from their spirited dancing with music provided by Colby Beserra & The Party Faithful through their fireworks surprise for their guests. Overseeing all this spectacle was Monica Richard of Mon Amie Events, who referred this unforgettable event to us.
Additional Vendors: Antique Limousines, Circle City Pyrotechnics, Elite Management Parking, Evans Audio Visual, JW Salon, Makeup by Sparkle, Sunny Lawn Farms
Image by Jennifer Driscoll Photography
Sara & Curtis enjoyed a blast of a wedding day with a ceremony at St. Barnabus Catholic Church followed by a lively reception at D’Amore Indianapolis. After preparations with JW Salon and Makeup by Sparkle, a sweet first look in the Hilton Garden Inn lobby, and a few quick shots on monument Circle with photographer Jessica Strickland, we headed to the same church where we filmed Curtis’ sister Kristen’s wedding just last fall for their beautiful ceremony.
After some more photos around White River State Park, we all settled into D’Amore, where planner Monica Richard (who referred Sara & Curtis to us), The Empty Vase, Wow Factors, Pomp & Polish and the rest of the design team created a vibrant, sparkly atmosphere accentuated by the setting sun. Dinner & dessert by Thomas Caterers and Classic Cakes was amazing as usual, and Wedding Entertainment Director Jim Cerone kept the energetic crowd on its feet all night.
Additional vendors: Antique Limo, BBJ Linen, Indy Photo Booths, LaTavola Linens
Image by Jessica Strickland Photography
More images: http://www.jessicarstrickland.com/blog/wedding/indianapolis-wedding-photography-sara-curtis/
More event info: http://monamieeventsinc.com/wedding-highlight-sara-and-curtis/
When Monica Richard of Mon Amie Events told me that her husband Paul had brought up the idea of recreating elements of their wedding day to celebrate their 15th anniversary, I knew something special was in store, and I knew my answer to her next question would be “Of course!” Photographer Jessica Strickland and I captured preparations at the Omni Severin Hotel downtown, a limo ride to Bloomington, photos on the Indiana University campus where they were married, and a lovely reception back at the Omni.
There were so many wonderful moments and surprises on this special day that I’ll have to leave them for others to decribe in more detail. But my favorite surprise was when Bryan & Nick from the Endless Summer Band showed up unannounced during an epic seven-course dinner to serenade the couple with their original first dance song. (Though I might be biased since I was the one who set up the surprise!) Overall it was such a gorgeous, wonderful day that I’ll never forget, spent with this lovely couple, their parents and kids, and an all-star team of vendor friends. Happy 15th to Monica & Paul, and here’s to the next 15!
Vendor Team: Mon Amie Events, Omni Severin Hotel, Jessica Strickland Photography, JW Salon, Makeup by Sparkle, Marie Gabriel Couture Bridal, McNamara Florist, Antique Limousine of Indianapolis, Indiana University, Evans Audio Visual, A Classic Party Rental, BBJ Linens, LaTavola Linens, Pomp & Polish, TLW Entertainment & Endless Summer Band.
Image by Jessica Strickland Photography