Dec

Tucson Bride & Groom Winter/Spring 2012 is here!

categories: Videography

The excitement has been building as word spread that this is our most gorgeous issue ever!

Here are a few videos that show the behind the scenes action. Beyond Video shot this for our Catering feature (magazine pages 78-85)

Black Sheep Filmworks shot this for our Fashion feature (magazine pages 43-49)

Behind the Scenes with Tucson Bride and Groom from Stepheny Keith on Vimeo.

And….here’s our Winter/Spring 2012 new cover!

There’s so much more for us to share with you but this is it for now- we are going to go sit with our new favorite magazine!

Thanks to all who contributed their time and talent to our cover shoot:

Location: Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort

Creative Director: Darren Samuel

Photography: Something Blue Photography assisted by Richard DeZinno

Gown: Gigi Bridal Boutique

Hair and Makeup: Artisan Salon

Floral Design: Posh Petals

Accessories: Maya Palace

Videography: Black Sheep Filmworks

Model: The Agency Arizona, Emma

Happy Planning from your Tucson Wedding Blog!

Kelly

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Sep

Real Wedding: Tara and Chris

categories: Cakes and Sweets, fabulous reception sites, Real Weddings, Videography, Wedding Inspiration

Tara and Chris exchanged vows on a beautiful Tucson day at the Westin La Paloma amongst family and friends and they are lucky enough to possess one of the key ingredients to a happy marriage: laughter. I am starting this Real Wedding article with the wedding trailer by Black Sheep Filmworks because you can get a real sense of what a happy and fun couple they are:

La Paloma-Tara & Chris’ preview from Stepheny Keith on Vimeo.

I think you’ll agree that Tara is completely GLOWING!

Tara wore these custom flip flops- she was definitely ready to dance that night!

I really love this picture; the quiet elegance is so beautiful. Tara says that her absolute favorite memory from the day was her first look with Chris. She explains: It helped with the jitters the both of us had and also allowed us more time for portraits.

The happy couple! Tara’s ivory dress is gorgeous and Chris is super handsome in his tux.

The stunning Santa Catalina Mountains provide a one-of-a-kind backdrop that is dramatic wedding perfection

I think photographer Spencer Beorup had a great time with these two!

The table numbers were images of Tara and Chris bobbleheads in locations that are important to the couple- pretty clever! They also provided each guest with a pin that was customized to the guest’s personality. How fun is that?

And the bobbleheads made an appearance on the wedding cake too!

Tara and Chris definitely know how to get down…

Tara and I talked wedding recently and here is what she had to say:

KG: What was the smartest planning decision you made?

TW: Booking vendors super early! We had a photobooth at the reception with lots of props we had bought over the planning process that was a huge hit. Also we wrote our own vows which I really loved.

KG: Did you go on a Honeymoon?

TW: We went to San Diego because it was where Chris proposed, our favorite city in the US and I hate flying!

KG: Now that your day has come and gone, what advice would you offer brides-to-be?

TW: Enjoy the planning process as much as possible even if it isn’t your thing-once it is over you will miss it! Try to keep in mind why you are planning this wedding-it is not all about the party-it is about the marriage itself! Make sure you let your vendors know exactly what you want-they cannot read your mind. Also make sure to take time on your wedding day to soak it all in-everyone is right when they say it is over in 1 blink of an eye! Also, print sticky labels with your contact info on them including your wedding date. Use them at bridal shows instead of having to write down the same info over and over again. And create an email address to use solely for the planning process. That way your main email account does not get overwhelmed with vendor emails. This helps immensely!!

KG: Tell us what you love most about being married!

TW: I just love know that I have someone who will always be here for me and I get to spend the rest of my life with my best friend!

Congratulations Tara and Chris- thank you for sharing your special day with us!