Oakhurst Bridal Show

We had an awesome time meeting a lot of great brides on January 24th at the Oakhurst Bridal Show in West Point, GA. It was a busy day, but we had fun! Please be sure to say hello if you're stopping by our page because you met us at the show!

Cliff Robinson and Holly McMahan

Oakhurst Farm was a beautiful setting for Holly McMahan and Cliff Robinson's big day! Holly and her mother made sure that every thing was meticulously planned out for October 2nd, so everything ran smoothly!

Holly was a vision in her off shoulder gown with gathered detailing on the bodice. She carried a bouquet of roses and wild flowers in fall colors. Her bridesmaids were very elegant in their floor length black dresses and carried matching bouquets. And speaking of flowers... Albright's did a wonderful job on all of them! They turned the inside of Oakhurst into a floral wonderland. It smelled so fresh and pretty in the reception hall. To add a personalized touch, all of the floral sashes were monogrammed with the couple's initials!

The ceremony was wonderful. It was very romantic and you could just feel the love by watching it! Josh Locklier, one of our grooms from October 2008 was one of Cliff's groomsmen! At the end of the ceremony, the couple released doves!

Everyone had a great time at the reception! The Tag Williams band got everyone in the mood to boogie! Girlfriend's catering made sure everyone enjoyed their meals and a family friend all the way from Tennessee made the cakes! Josh's cake was covered in chocolate bullets and deer... since he LOVES to hunt! Among the guests were Abbi and Dane Brown, one of our couples from earlier this year!

The bride and groom changed out of their wedding attire for some more comfortable honeymoon clothes and took off under the lights of sparklers to a waiting Navigator limosene!

Congratulations Holly and Cliff! We hope you have a fun and loving married life!

Josh Weathers and Amanda Boatner

August 28th was a warm and beautiful day, perfect for "I dos" out at Oakhurst Farms in West Point, Georgia! Amanda Boatner and Josh Weathers could not have picked a better day!

Amanda looked lovely in her cathedral veil and a gorgeous v-neck gown. Her bridesmaids looked sophisticated and classy in their floor length black gowns. The bride and her maids carried beautiful bouquets of white flowers and greenery. Josh was a very happy man to see his beautiful new wife for the first time!

Julie has a family connection to Amanda! Amanda's Aunt Nita has been friends with Julie's family for 21 years. Also, Aunt Nita is part of Julie's sister's family by marriage! It is always nice when we are connected to the families we photograph.

To make her getaway, Amanda changed into a polo shirt monogrammed with her new initials, 'ABW'. The bride and Groom got a spectacular sparkler send off to start their new married life together!

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Weathers! We hope your marriage is as fun and loving as your big day!

Jason Bagget and Leslie Thigpen

It was a typical warm and muggy August 1st in central Georgia, but that didn’t melt the mood at Oakhurst Farm in West Point! Leslie Thigpen and Jason Baggett were as cool as ever on their wedding day! Julie and Keith even brought along another set of hands to help capture Leslie and Jason’s day—studio friend and professional photographer, John Helms.

Check out Leslie’s pictures to see her great idea for a bridesmaid’s present! She got all of her girls yellow terry cloth wraps with their initials monogrammed in pink. She even got the flower girls tiny pink wraps, complete with their initials! They all wore them while they were getting ready so they’d stay cool and comfortable!

Leslie was beautiful in her halter-style dress with a beaded bodice. Her bridesmaids wore tea-length, chocolate brown, strapless dresses with white sashes. (Tea-length is definitely the way to go for your girls in the summer time, ladies!) All of these beautiful women carried bright-colored bouquets of daisies designed by Kimberly Nelson. Jason’s groomsmen looked (and stayed) cool in tan linen suits. (Another good summer time alternative to traditional wedding wear!)

The reception was a fun one! All of the guests had a great time dancing with the bride and groom to the tunes of the band, Mindblender! Jason even got up and entertained the crowd with a song! Burt’s Butcher Shop catered a delicious reception dinner for everyone! No one can say that Jason isn’t ready for football season! Fran Papenfuss made him a great chocolate groom’s cake, complete with an Aubie the tiger cake topper! Fran also did a beautiful job (as usual) on the wedding cake!

The evening concluded with a sparkling send off! Guests used “Morning Glory” sparklers. They give off great colors! (We recommend those for anyone thinking about using sparklers, they make for great pictures!)

We had the best time spending your special day with you, Jason and Leslie! Your wedding party and families were so much fun! Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Baggett!

Hassan and Kathleen

Love was in the air on June 12th at Oakhurst Farm when Kathleen Henderson wed Hassan Kamara! It was a warm, beautiful day... perfect for a wedding.

Kathleen was a vision in her halter-style gown with cathedral train. She carried pink and purple roses and peonies in her bouquet, and the bridesmaids bouquets were just like hers, but smaller. Their dresses were a great sage green color that was perfect for a summer time wedding. But, Kathleen wasn't the only one who looked great! Hassan was very handsome in his military dress blues!

Oakhurst's main hall was beautifully decorated for the reception. All the tables were candlelit, which made for a very romantic feeling. Everyone had a great time with the bride and groom. Hassan and Kathleen gave away some very cool personalized coffee mugs to their guests as favors... one of the most unique we've seen this year.

We wish you a life time of happiness and love Kathleen and Hassan!

Josh and Meagan

May 9th was a pleasant summery day out at Oakhurst Farm for the wedding of Josh Fryer and Meagan Lee. Meagan was a beautiful bride with a spunky spirit! She carried a bouquet of spring wildflowers in pinks, yellows, and purples. Her bridesmaids carried similar bouquets and wore coral-colored dresses.

At the end of the outdoor ceremony, Josh took Meagan into his arms and dipped her back for a romantic kiss! It was very unique, creative, and fun!

The reception was also held at Oakhurst and everyone had a great time. Meagan left out no details! She was the first one of our brides to decorate the fireplace with a portrait from their engagement session! Our good friend Benji of MBS Entertainment played the tunes that kept everyone dancing into the night. The cakes were made by Taylor Mack and were absolutely gorgeous!

We got wonderful pictures of Josh and Meagan in front of the beautiful Oakhurst sunset... we get to witness the most colorful sunsets at Oakhurst! At the end of the evening, Josh and Meagan had an awesome sparkler exits... running through them three times! It was a blast! Best wishes to you Josh and Meagan! We hope your life together is as fun and full of love as your big day!

Roger and Stephanie

May 3rd, 2009 was a special milestone for Roger Hogan and Stephanie McCown as they tied the knot at Oakhurst Farm in West Point, GA. Prior to the ceremony start time, a huge rainstorm blew in with tornado strength winds. The ceremony was moved indoors in front of the gorgeous Oakhurst stone fireplace, with the lights dimmed and candles aglow. It was a very romantic and intimate service to say the least.

Stephanie was ABSOLUTELY gorgeous in her one of a kind wedding gown designed and hand-made by her sister. Can you say talent? Stephanie and her bridesmaids carried bouquets of wild flowers and roses designed by Kimberly Nelson.

Of course all weddings are special. However, this wedding was extra special as it marked a significant milestone in Stephanie’s life. Just a few short years ago, Stephanie was involved in a near-fatal car accident that led to a long road of recovery. Roger served the phrase “for better or for worse” as he stood by her side day in and day out, encouraging her on the road to full recovery. Roger is a wonderful, caring, and loving man who exemplifies the title Prince Charming and Stephanie is a beacon of strength, beauty, and grace. Together, they are one amazing couple who have an exciting future ahead of them.

Even though Julie has photographed over 300 weddings, special couples like these still bring tears to her eyes. Julie was unable to hold back her emotions and tears when she shared a few private moments immediately after the ceremony with the couple in the bridal room. The love these two have for one another should be an example of what every marriage should be built upon.

The reception was fun for everyone! The meals were catered by the Yogurt Shoppe café (yum!!!) and beautifully decorated with chocolate browns and summer-y colors! Our pal and Benji’s sidekick, Drew, of MBS Entertainment DJ'd the festivities and everyone had a great time dancing!

The bride's cake was one of the most unique designs we've ever seen. One day while flipping through a bridal magazine, Stephanie laid her eyes on the cake of her dreams… she excitably shared the image with Mrs. Fran Papenfuss, who recreated the design exactly. You’ve got to go to the gallery and view that yummy creation!!

After the rain cleared out, the sun reappeared just in time to make a beautiful, purple, pink, and blue sunset. Julie and the couple literally RAN outside just in time to get a few pictures before the sun set completely behind the hill.

Mr. and Mrs. Hogan, We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness and your wedding is not one we’ll soon forget. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of such a special time in your lives! Hugs! Julie Hedges

Ben and Heather, December 20th

On a cloudy winter day in LaGrange, Georgia, Ben Huddleston and Heather Buchanan were married at First Baptist Church! It was a candlelight ceremony, which we haven't seen in a very long time. There were candles all over the altar as well as in the aisle as pew markers. Each candle lit by florist Vicki Rockwell and her husband!

Heather's gown was a classic, elegant design. It was a strapless dress with sparkling detail at the waist and buttons all the way down the back of a train. She looked like a movie star! She carried beautiful red roses that matched her bridesmaid's dresses. The bridesmaids also carried roses, but theirs were peachy-orange and yellow.

Speaking of the bridesmaids...they were a fun group! The groomsmen were too. They were all happy for Ben and Heather's big day, but didn't hold back on the wisecracks and practical jokes!

The reception was held at Oakhurst Farm. The hall was beautifully decorated by the White Orchid. As usual, Kimble's catering provided an elegant selection of delicious food. The bride's cake was pretty, with a sparkling 'H' for a topper, and was designed to be a replica of the detailing on the bride's dress. Instead of a groom's cake, they had a cheesecake bar! There were several different flavors of cheesecake to choose from.

The bride and groom along with the wedding party and guests, danced the night away to DJ Benji Shephard's great music. One of our favorite parts of the night was watching Heather's mom and dad boogie! They had a great time!

The bride and groom had a unique idea for their Signature Mat portrait. Instead of a white mat, they got a black mat, and had the wedding party sign it in silver. This made it an even more special keepsake for the couple to cherish.

Best of luck to you both, Mr. and Mrs. Huddleston! Congratulations on your big day!

Oakhurst Farm Bridal Show

Julie and I had a lot of fun yesterday (January 18th) at the Oakhurst Farm Bridal Show! This show is always fun because we get to spend more time talking to brides, moms and even grooms!

Julie and I personally talked with over 30 brides at the show, and many of them were familiar with our work! There were several that we'd met the past week at the January Wedding Extravaganza!

Our booth just happened to be located right in front of our friend, DJ Benji Shephard of MBS Entertainment! His great music kept Julie and I pumped up and energetic through the whole day!

Please leave a comment and say hello if you're visiting the site because you met us at the Oakhurst Show! We'd love to hear from you and look forward to working with you!

Wedding Extravaganza- January 11, 2009

We'll be at the Weddings of Georgia 2009 Wedding Extravaganza at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center on January 11th from 12:30 to 4:30. This show includes vendors from all over the area and a fashion show! You can't miss us, we'll be the biggest booth there! We'll have some goodie bags to give away to our brides and future brides, so be sure you stop by to say hello!

We will also be at the Oakhurst Farm Bridal Show on January 18th from 1:00 to 5:00! We'd love to see you, so come out and visit!

Brittany and Josh

Like many of our clients, we had a connection with Brittany. Julie photographed Brittany's dad's wedding back in 2004. We were honored when she chose us for her big day!

It was another beautiful day at Oakhurst Farm. The sun was bright and there wasn't a cloud in the sky! Brittany was gorgeous in a stunning tiered, strapless dress. The look on Josh's face when he saw her for the first time says it all! They shared a quiet moment, and then it was on to the rest of the pictures. Brittany was a prepared bride! We combined our style with some poses and photos she liked from magazines to give her exactly what she wanted!

The couple chose a fall color scheme for the event. The flowers were a warm combination of oranges, yellows and peaches. The bridesmaids wore deep purple halter dresses. Fran Papenfuss incorporated the couple's colors into the bride's cake, and did a fantastic Auburn cake for the groom.

As usual, our DJ friend Benji did a fantastic job on the ceremony music. And local band Whiskey Bent rocked the reception. Everyone danced the night away and had a great time.

Congratulations to you both, Mr. and Mrs. Locklier! May your marriage be as fun as your wedding!

Oakhurst Bridal Show

We met a lot of new, beautiful faces at Oakhurst's Bridal Show on Sunday! We hope to see some of those new faces again! If you're reading this because you met us on Sunday, send us an email or add a comment to this post and say hello! We'd love to hear from you again!

How we managed to display so much of Julie's work in such a small space is completely amazing to me--but she and I pulled it off!

Thanks to all of the brides (and Mothers of Brides) that we met for helping make this show fun!