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Vendor and Local Recommendations of Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice and Tampa wedding specialists

 

Lakewood Ranch Club

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club has developed a reputation of being the areas premier wedding and event location. Set in the beautiful community of Lakewood Ranch, The Country Club has been exquisitely designed to accommodate everything from outdoor ceremonies, receptions, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, corporate meetings, holiday events, charity golf outings and much, much, more.

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Several couples that I have recently photographed are planning to have their future wedding at the Club.  Check out Jessie and Matt and Michael and Jessica’s engagement photo’s in my ‘Your Story’ column on my blog home page. You can follow their progress and see photo’s of their upcoming wedding at Lakewood Ranch.

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I highly recommend this gorgeous setting for a  ”Want IT All Wedding: From the beginning, the loveliest bridal room for the entire wedding party to get ready in to the elegant 4,200 square foot grand ballroom which is designed with tasteful chandeliers, richly colored carpet and a balcony that overlooks the golf course, nature preserve, and fountain-filled lake.  Scenic Fountains and lakes, decorative bridges and a great view of the Country Club from outside create a great back drops for amazing wedding photography. Contact the staff at Lakewood Ranch:  http://www.lakewoodranchgolf.com/club/scripts/section/section.asp?NS=PWB

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University Park Country Club Wedding

Monday, May 24th, 2010

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University Park Wedding Photographer

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Sarasota Wedding Photography in 2010

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

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This year will be a great year for a wedding in Sarasota. Venues have been upgraded, including the Hyatt and the Ringling Museum, some prices have been reduced because of the economic impact of property valuations, and everybody is ready for a good party!  I will be opening a new photography studio in downtown Sarasota soon, and there will be some great surprises at our grand opening.  We have some brand new cameras and lighting equipment for wedding, engagement, and portrait photography, as well as some new options for albums and wedding websites.

For couples looking for a memorable, individual and moving wedding, Sarasota is a destination offering elegant estates and stunning natural surrounds. Sarasota is also home to world-class resorts able to expertly weave together your wedding celebrations. Check out my recommendation page for venues, and many other wedding services.

See you at the wedding!

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Bok Tower Gardens Wedding

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Bok Tower Sanctuary (Lake Wales): This spectacular venue offers a variety of tranquil settings for intimate wedding ceremonies. It will surprise and delight you and your guests. Created to entice wildlife to take residence, the Reflection Pool gives visitors one of the most memorable experiences in the Gardens. Its location captures the reflection of the Singing Tower and offers the first image visitors have when entering the gardens.
The lush landscape is perfect  for a romantic wedding setting. The gardens provide a beautiful setting for a ceremony and wedding reception. The photography opportunities are endless.

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Selby Gardens Wedding

Sunday, February 14th, 2010

With its beautiful tropical and subtropical plants, serene sunsets over Sarasota Bay, and its proximity to downtown Sarasota, Selby Gardens has become a favorite location for weddings. For brides and grooms, the most difficult decision is not whether to have their wedding at Selby Gardens, but rather where in the Gardens to have the wedding.

Summer Discounts: Hold your wedding and/or reception at the gardens during the months of June, July, August and September and receive 25% off the total rental.

Friday and Sunday Discounts: Hold your wedding and/or reception at the Gardens and receive a 20% discount off of the entire rental.

WEDDING SITE OPTIONS

Weddings may be held anywhere on the grounds. The most popular areas are the Schimmel Wedding Lawn and Pavilion and the Bayside Oak adjacent to the Mansion. Other areas include the Great Room by the Bay and the Mansion Museum.

Indoor receptions are generally held in the Great Room by the Bay and the Mansion. The Great Room by the Bay is a 3,600 square-foot room and it has 60-feet of glass windows facing west for spectacular bay and sunset views. It seats approximately 175 persons at round dinner tables or up to 250 people theater style. The Mansion will accommodate 45 guests for a sit down dinner or up to 75 for a cocktail reception.

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Duration of Events

The following time periods are provided as part of the contract the day of your event unless previously approved by a Selby Gardens Manager.

  • Set up time (Receptions; 3 hours, Wedding Ceremony; 1 hour)
  • Wedding Rehearsals, 1 hour maximum
  • Wedding Ceremony, guest arrival to departure, 2 hours
  • Receptions, Parties, Dinners, etc., as noted on your contract
  • Dressing Rooms (if available after 3:00 p.m.), 2 hours prior to ceremony until 1 hour following ceremony
  • Cleanup, removal of decorations, caterer clean up, etc., 1 hour

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Hyatt Weddings

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

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At Hyatt, they believe there’s nothing more important than bringing people together in an unforgettable fashion for your wedding or commitment ceremony. Their professional staff will take care of every detail imaginable – from flowers to music to everything in between – and make your day a dream come true. Whether it’s a small, intimate gathering or a lavish affair, you’ll feel more than welcome with stunning facilities and idyllic settings.  Nestled near downtown and on the bay, the Sarasota Hyatt is a wonderful location for amazing wedding photography.

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Powel Crosley Estate Wedding

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

The Crosley Estate located in North Sarasota, Florida is a lovely place to celebrate your wedding. Crosley Estate Wedding PhotographyI have  photographed many weddings there. The estate is on the Sarasota bayfront and has recently been renovated inside and out. The rooms are beautiful the view is awesome, lovely woodwork and windows and amazing opportunities for wedding photographic backdrops. There is a beautiful boat basin, gazebos, paneling and hand decorated walls.  All and all an incredible place to take great wedding photographs.

Rental rates for the Crosley Estate here.

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Florists

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Florists:

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Word of mouth is always your safest bet when choosing a wedding florist. If the florist’s service and work come highly recommended, chances are they will do a good job for you. Do your research by going to bridal shows and looking at online pictures from each store’s web site and look around their shop. Try to answer the following questions:

  • Do you like the arrangements that you see in the shop’s displays?
    Do the flowers in the pictures look fresh or are the petal edges brown?
    Are the pictures dated or are they following the current trends?
    Is the designer willing to work with you or are they telling you that your idea won’t work?
  • Make sure you speak to the florist that will do your arrangements.
  • Do you feel comfortable with your florist?
  • Is your florist paying attention to you while you’re talking and does he/she seem interested?

When To Book Your Florist
Six months before your wedding is a good time to start your search. Book your florist approximately four months before your wedding date. You need to have your reception and ceremony sites picked out before you can hire a florist because you’ll need to know how many arrangements you’ll need and that the colors you pick don’t clash with the colors of your venue. You’ll also need to know what color your bridesmaids’ dresses are.

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Dj’s – Sound

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

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Some tips from BridalTips.com

Your wedding DJ determines whether your reception is a boom or bust…

Choosing your wedding DJ is the best part of your wedding preparations. You get to meet a lot of wedding industry people who are generally nice, outgoing, and personable. Of course the big debate is DJ or Band. That’s always one of the hard decisions a newlywed couple must make. The biggest advantage a wedding DJ has over a band is cost. There are some lousy bands out there and many awesome bands too, but many bands can cost a lot of money. I saw an excellent band at a function that charged $4000 for the 8 member group.

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Hair and Makeup

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

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Videographers

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Videographers

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