Mandi Stubbs - Extreme Bridal Session

Lacey Greene - Bridal - Magnolia Plantation

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Tommy Aldrich & Kristin Darrell- The Proposal

Tommy proposed to Kristin at the Columbus, GA Rivewalk on July 17th. We were Ninja photographers, photographing the entire event without Kristin even having a clue as to what was going on. Congratulations Tommy & Kristin!

Julie Beck & Brian Fallis - Wedding Video

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Amanda Dutton & Jason Fober - Engagement Video

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Valerie Cruz & Jeff Figgins - Engagement Video

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Lauren Walker & Michael Gasser - Engagement Session

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Julie Beck & Brian Fallis - WEDDING

On the bright spring day of April 3^rd, 2010, Julie and Brian joined their lives together. We were honored to begin the day with the beautiful couple at Callaway Gardens Discovery Center. The Dogwood trees were blowing their white flowers in the wind making a gorgeous backdrop, as if a late snowfall had arrived.

The bride was wearing a beaded strapless gown that complemented the cathedral train that followed behind her. She held onto a spring selection of pink, purple, and yellow florals, designed by Details of the Garden. The groom was decked out in his Dress Blues to honor his duty in the military. Inside the Discovery Center, the flowers overflowed from ceiling to floor with all of the bright colors coming together to achieve an incredible visual feast.

After our time at the Discover Center, we moved to the Chapel where close friends and family awaited their arrival. As Julie walked down the aisle to Brian, the light glistened through the stained glass window. After saying the most important words in life, “I DO”, the celebration moved to the Lodge where all of the guests enjoyed a fun filled night of dinner and dancing.

The couple are currently residing in Italy, where Brian is stationed. Sounds like an ongoing honeymoon if you ask us! Congratulations Brian & Julie! May your marriage always be "picture perfect"!

Kelly Englebert & Jeff English - WEDDING

March 27^th 2010 the sound of love birds filled the air of the Rankin Gardens and Atrium. Through the Chandelier room, the bride and groom could overlook the historical street of Broadway, while we caught moments of their love blossoming. The dark wood floors throughout the building made Kelly’s white dress stand out, as if she were glowing. Kelly wore a sweetheart neckline beaded front with the back adorned with lace lying over the train. Her bouquet of large yellow sunflowers with hints of pink and green were the perfect accessory to an already beautiful bride. Green came into play with Jeff wearing a nice traditional tux with green vest and bow tie.

After the ceremony they moved into the atrium with their close friends and immediate family. Rankin Quarter Deli provided the catering of fruits and finger foods while guests and the couple danced to music with DJ Tim English. The cake was covered in flowers with lime green and pink decorative details. The groom's favorite cookie, the OREO®, was in large detail in the groom's cake. While the couple enjoyed mingling with their guests, close friends decorated the getaway car with Saran Wrap™. We always enjoy photographing a couple so passionate and in love, it’s what makes our job AWESOME!

Lori Starling & Jan Greeff - WEDDING!

On an early spring day downtown at the Rivermill Event Centre we met up with Jan and Lori. This was not the first time as we were given the honor of photographing the couple. We also captured Lori’s bridal session and the couple’s engagement photos. Lori was an absolutely stunning bride. Her bouquet, provided by Designs by Mayumi, was brilliantly put together for her to hold. It was made with over three dozen red roses! The red continued onto Lori‘s fabulous shoes, the chic 3 ½ inch heel ruby red Stuart Weitzman high heels. They were adorned with a large bow upon the open toe sling back.

The fun continued down at the reception. The wedding party consisted of 7 bridesmaids and 6 groomsmen. The bridesmaids wore knee length dresses carrying 3 calla lilies in their bouquets. The wedding party choreographed a dance to “I’ve got a feeling” by Black Eyes Peas and performed the dance as they were introduced into the reception. The dancing certainly didn’t end there! Lori danced with her father to Rascal Flatts “My Wish,” while Jan danced with his mother to Armstrong’s “What a wonderful world”. During the reception, our photo booth - JE Hedges Photo Booths, had a line waiting for the guests to jump in an experience the new trend of photo strip wedding party favors and entertainment at receptions. Their wedding was a momentous occasion for everyone in Jan’s family and friends, who traveled all the way from South Africa! This wedding will be one that people will never forget! Congratulations Lori & Jan! May your beautiful smiles lead to a long and beautiful marriage!

Bridesmaid's Gifts

Dress? Check. Venue? Check. Photographer? Check. Bridesmaids gifts? Uh-oh! When I got married, I almost completely forgot about getting my bridesmaids a token of my affection! They love you, they support you, they paid for their dresses, right? So, what is a good way to show them you appreciate everything they’re doing for your big day?

Thirty-One is a unique gift company that offers personalized handbags, totes and other accessories that you can personalize to meet your needs. They have many products that would make great bridesmaid’s gifts, and here are a few:

Zipper Pouch- a great little bag that’s good for makeup or hair accessories. It can be personalized with one or two lines of embroidery. At just $12.00, this makes a great addition to a Maid-of-Honor’s gift basket or a standalone gift!

Organizing Utility Tote- This super useful bag is great for everything. It has 6 exterior pockets and a big roomy interior for carrying everything from shoes to flat irons! And at only $22.00, it makes a great gift they can use over and over again!


Pull-Apart Cosmetic Bag-a roomy cosmetic bag with an interior zipper pocket. You can personalize this one with up to two lines of embroidery. For $24.50, you can give your girls something to carry their wedding day “get-ready gear” in style!

To see pictures of these cute gift ideas and the other fun items Thirty-One has to offer, visit my website:www.mythirtyone.com/celesteedge, and if you have any questions, feel free to email me at celeste.edge@gmail.com!

WTVM AWARD - BEST ALL AROUND

Clients, Friends, & Associates:

I am proud to share that WTVM has awarded us as the “Best All Around Photography Studio” 2010 for their coverage area, which includes, but is not limited to Columbus, Auburn, Opelika, Eufaula, and LaGrange. We really appreciate all of you who voted for us. This award means so much because there are so many wonderful and talented photographers in the valley. To be recognized as a leader is truly an honor. I was very surprised to hear the news and Lee Brantley, General Manager of WTVM delivered the award to us today.

I say it all the time, but if it wasn’t for the support of our Clients, Friends, Associates, and Family, and the Good Lord working through me and my staff, we wouldn’t and couldn’t be who we are today. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything each of you contribute to our business. Your business and friendships mean so very much to me and I appreciate you all so much!

God bless you and thank you again!

Julie E. Hedges - JE Hedges Photography

RIVERMILL & LEDGER WINTER 2010 BRIDAL SHOW

The Bridal Expo at the Rivermill Event Center was a huge success! Hundreds of brides showed up to meet over 70 different vendors and watch a fashion show presented by Marie’s April Showers. The JE Hedges booth had a tremendous turnout and we gave away over 200 goody bags during the first hour! We are very excited that several brides we met at the expo have already booked JE Hedges for their weddings! It was a very busy day, but the JE Hedges crew had a blast! If we met you at the show, please say hello and leave us a comment.

William Thomas and Alexis Dudley

The Chapel Hill Meeting house in Pike Road, Alabama was turned into a beautiful floral wedding hall on December 19, 2009 when Alexis Dudley and William Thomas tied the knot! It was perhaps one of the most beautiful floral displays we'd seen all year. The altar had an arch made of beautiful red and white flowers, and the foyer of the venue had a cross made completely of flowers. It was gorgeous...but not a gorgeous as the bride!

Alexis was stunning in her strapless dress with embroidery and beaded detail all over. And that was just the first dress! She had a second dress just for the reception! She carried a large, beautiful bouquet of white roses and cut flowers. Her bridesmaids looked great in their matching coral warm up jackets for getting ready...but when they changed into their strapless, chocolate brown gowns, they were just lovely! They carried bouquets of red roses and cut flowers. One of her bridesmaids just happened to be William's twin sister!

Alexis' wedding logo was a tree, to represent the big beautiful tree outside the meeting house, which is also where the reception was held. They had a great spread including dinner for adults, and a buffet for the kids, with nachos, popcorn, pizza and other stuff kids love! The bride had a gorgeous cake, and since the groom is a professional racecar driver, his cake was a miniature version of his racecar!

Everyone at the reception had a great time dancing with the bride and groom! They also had fun in the JE Hedges Photobooth! Everyone loved putting on the funny hats and glasses and getting their very own personalized wedding favor to take home with them!

William and Alexis had a great sparkler send off, and left in a bright red antique car! It was definitely a beautiful day! Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Thomas!

Alexis Dudley & William Thomas

Engagement Session


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Wedding - Part 2 of 3


Wedding - Part 3 of 3