Earlier in the year Jen of Jen Kroll Photography mentioned that Jodi had recently booked this amazing wedding. Jen along with celebrity photographer Bob Davis of La Storia Foto (yep, Eva Longoria's photographer) and Ryan Prins of Ryan Prins Photogarphy were all hands on deck for the incredible weekend affair. Larry and Todd Guitar of Special Events Rental in Detroit provided amazing lighting and draping transforming the JW ballroom, made the ceiling disappear and camoflaged their not-so-subtle carpet! Jen with Modern Day Floral is my newest hero. Jodi has sung her praises for a while now and within an instant of seeing her work she deserves a special place in heaven, gorgeous work and such a sweet woman. Unique Tabletop Rentals supplied the stunning placesettings. Bella Figura designed the most stunning paper suite to date- sophisticated, glamourous and passionate- with letterpress you could drool over. John and his staff of Coastline Studios rocked out on the dance floor and produced amazing videography. If you are looking for the most decadent buttercream look no further- Sweet Cakes Design is outstanding. Not to mention their artistry for the mole groom's cake was impressive and adorable! MI Photobooth was present snapping shots of guests throughout the evening and once again the fabulous JW Marriot staff were on top of all details. (For complete vendor information visit Jodi's blog so I am sorry if I have missed you!)
Without futher ado, here are some amazing shots that Jen and her team took from the weekend. Jodi's vision and excusite attention to detail is ambodied in these shots. Congrats to the bride and groom, two of the most lovely individuals I have ever met, and congrats to Jodi- you are incredible!
The sanctuary at LaGrave in Grand Rapids was magical. The sunlight cascaded down the isle as the bridal party entered. Beautiful floral complimented the sacred space and the hand painted isle runner was beautiful.
Inside the JW ballroom for the reception. Tuscan seating with placesettings for a king dazzeled the guests. Not to mention the soft light cast by some 5000 votive candles evoking lovestories of the past.
The crowning glory and whimsy of a nickname.
After dinner guests were asked to join the bride and groom in the club area to dance the night away. Very swanky I may say!
Love this idea, Jodi's assistant Jill designed this icesculpture that played a recurring slideshow of the bride a groom throughout the night.
And what could be better than a helicopter departure to the airport to start the journey of the rest of their lives... phenomenal!
Big, HUGE thanks to Jodi, Jen, Kara, Jill and the rest of the IAE staff for letting me be a part of your team for the day. You all carry your team with grace, style and wear your faith on your sleeve. Thanks again and I am looking forward to the next event with you all!!
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Thank you, thank you, thank you! I sincerely appreciate all the kind words. It was such a pleasure working with you before the ceremony and I know I speak on behalf of everyone when I say, "we appreciated your master bout skills! :) Next time we're making them magnetic! Warmest wishes for a fabulous 2009 and remember we LOVE to TRAVEL! I hope we get the pleasure of working together again in the future.
Love,
Jenn
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