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My Glam Session!  See What a Great Team Can Do.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Today marks exactly a year since I teamed with great Nashville wedding pros to throw a kickin Sex and the City party for Nashville brides and their girlfriends at aLoft Hotel.  It was spectacular and I look forward to our next parrtay!!  Before the event, I got all dolled up and asked Amy Lynn Lawig, makeup artist, to make me over and asked Jonathon and Sharon of Jonathon Campbell Photography to photograph me.  

I usually try to stay out of all pictures, preferring to stay behind the scenes.  I rarely even share my pictures.  But, a few Nashville photographers have been able to grab pics of me that I like and when that happens, I like to share them with the world:).

My favorite picture!

My glam team:

Amy Lynn Larwig - a top Nashville makeup extraordinaire.  She knows I never wear makeup and worked to keep me natural with a glow.  Success!  I look like myself, only better.  She even added lashes, which I almost declined but they made a big difference.  She was knowledgeable, complimentary, creative and patient with me. 

I felt gorgeous that night and even more fabulous after seeing the work in photos.  She does commerical and bridal makeup, so if you need a makeup artist for yourself or your bridesmaids, contact Amy asap.  Her calendar fills fast!

Jonathon Campbell Photography - I've always loved their work and I looked forward to the opportunity to give them a test run for your sake :).  Yes - they can make gorgeous women look incredible but I wanted to see what they could do to an gal that hates the camera and photos of herself.  Sucess!  I LOVE my pictures.  I've updated all of my social sites with my new fabulous, model-esque pics.  In fact, they almost made me look so good that people who are looking for the "Ashley in the pics" have to do a double take.  Photoshopped images rock!!

How does this relate to your wedding planning? As I did, you must find the best wedding pros for your wedding.  Communicate your vision, style, priorities (as I did).  You should LOVE your makeup, photos as much as I do.  Cutting some costs can lead to regrets forever.  Bridal makeup and beautiful images go hand in hand. 

Also - I had a great team of event planners, caterers, designers and other event professionals that allowed me the time to take these photos BEFORE the event.  So instead of running around tryining to do it myself, I was able to have fun.  Remember that as you put together your dream team.  

I should be on their brochure! "Aloha, Welcome to aLoft..."

I often dream of being served like Cleopatra.  A good photographer should be in-tune with your unspoken desires:).

Girl interrupted!  Leigh of StudioWed hops in my photo shoot.  Only joking - she was invited:).

I really like this photo too; it makes me happy!

Jonathon picked up this (heavy) chair in 90 degree weather, took it onto the hotel's lawn.  He was determined to get the perfect shot! I love the color contrasts the photograph affords - greens, blues, pinks.

Same here - lots of great colors!

I had a great time working with Amy Lynn and the Campbells.  They are easy going folks (which is important to me) so I felt comfortable the entire time.  You should too!  Don't settle.  Find the best team for your wedding day. 

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Ashley of Ashley's Bride Guide

Hey - I'm Ashley! I started AshleysBrideGuide.com to give Nashville brides, or folks planning a Nashville wedding, a local resource for inspiration and resources. Hope to see you at a bridal show soon! Happy Planning.

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