{ Thompson Engagement - A Very Special Couple }

Yesterday, I told you about someone who literally built my dream with his two hands, Stuart Thompson. 

I was so excited when he shared with me that he was going to pop the question to his girlfriend and even more excited when he and his fiancé Britney booked me for their wedding!

We were scheduled to meet at a beautiful Peach Orchard to take their engagement photos – what a unique location – however, the orchard got pruned right before our session, so Stuart and Britney called asking if I had another idea for an outdoorsy, rustic area.  

I love that I know the area so well and am able to help accommodate my clients.  One quick call and we landed at the Stewart House.  What a fun couple.  We had such a good time.  

Britney had texted me pictures of the outfits they were wearing for the session, so I was able to plan out the session and optimize their time!  This was seriously one of the best engagement sessions I have ever had – it was very relaxed, the weather was perfect, the lighting was incredible.  Britney and Stuart were so fun to be with and willing to try anything – even with their truck and dog!   www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ "It's a Bling Thing" Contest }

Valentine’s Day 2013 – was it all that you could imagine?  Did you recently get engaged or just get engaged on Valentine’s Day this year?  Start here with your wedding planning, because we want you to show off your “Bling” to WIN BIG!

YOUR ASSIGNMENT

First, visit the contest on my Facebook page by clicking here and then upload a photo of your “Bling” – engagement ring.  Next, encourage your friends and family to LIKE my Facebook page and then vote for your photo.

THE PRIZE

The “Bling” that receives the most votes will win the following incredible prizes and be able to check a bunch of items off their “Wedding To Do List”.

1.  A FREE engagement session from Mary Beth’s Photography and 20% off any Wedding Collection. 

{  **SPECIAL NOTE:  All entries are eligible for 10% off any Wedding Collection as a special discount just for entering!  }

2. 20% off a Wedding Cake and a FREE Groom’s Cake, which feeds up to 75 people from La Dolce in Aiken.  

3. 15% off chocolate Wedding Favors from Impressions of the South in North Augusta and a box of 6 FREE chocolates.

4. Wedding Day Up-do and Wedding Day Makeup Application from Spa-go Day Spa in Aiken - a value of over $100.

5. A Versa Spray Tan with Palm Beach Tan in North Augusta - a value of over $40.

Submissions accepted now until February 22nd.  Voting starts February 23rd and ends February 28th.  Winner announced March 1, 2013!

Show the contest sponsors some love by liking their Facebook pages:

La Dolce:  www.Facebook.com/LaDolceAiken

Impressions of the South:  www.Facebook.com/ImpressionsoftheSouth

Spa-go:  Spa-goDay Spa on Facebook 

A few technical items:

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT NECESSARY TO WIN

Eligibility

To enter, you must be at least 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident (green card). 

Multiple Votes per Person

You may only vote once per day.

Inappropriate Content

Obscene, provocative or otherwise questionable content will not be considered. We retain sole discretion as to what constitutes inappropriate content.

Rights

By entering the contest, entrants agree to have their submitted name displayed on our website and used by us for any purpose, at any time, without any fee or other form of compensation. We reserve the right to disqualify users, without notice, and for any reason.

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

{ Katie & Patrick - a Love Story }

Last October, I had the pleasure of capturing all the special moments at Katie and Patrick’s wedding in North Augusta.  I was so excited when a photographer in their family referred this fabulous couple to me.

Ironically enough, I had gone to a fabulous consignment shop in town and when chatting with the owner about my business she mentioned she needed a photographer for her daughters' upcoming wedding. I realized that Katie had already scheduled an appointment with me for a consultation for the next week! It is amazing how things happen in life!!

In a really neat idea, right before their wedding and in a way to keep tradition, Patrick was blindfolded so that the couple was able to talk to each other and exchange gifts without the groom seeing the bride before she walked down the aisle.   

And what a beautiful bride she was, but don’t mess with this softball player!  When Katie threw her bouquet, it was thrown so hard that the bouquet hit the ceiling and landed on the floor.  

Two things that I will always remember from this lovely couple’s wedding were seeing how their church hall had been transformed with décor that matched their wedding theme – it was amazing how fabulous everything looked.  

The second reason is why I always keep Benadryl with me on photo shoots!  Katie and Patrick had a few uninvited guests during our outdoor portraits in the form of yellow jackets!  No one was stung, thankfully!  

I love being asked to photograph a wedding and I will only take on 1-2 weddings per month so that I am able to give my clients the high-end experience they deserve!  I love to pamper my clients!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ Jamie and Craig - A Wedding to Remember }

I mean, really, could you get any cuter than Jamie and Craig?  They got married on the land of her future house, she wore cowboy boots, they used sparklers....  seriously... so stinkin’ cute! 

Jamie and Craig were referred to me by a previous wedding client, Shannon and Jamie booked the wedding at the January Bridal Show I attended, which guaranteed her a free 10x20 storyboard.  

The only problem is... what picture should they choose?  There wasn’t a bad portrait in the bunch - these wonderful people are beautiful both on the inside and outside.  

With the unique knowledge and assistance of my second shooter, Michelle Williams of mywilliamsphoto.com, we were able to try some fabulous lighting techniques.  

Thank you Jamie and Craig for letting me share in your special day.   www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ "Takenista" Bride Give Away } and the Winner is...

And a BIG, WONDERFUL CONGRATULATIONS goes to Laura Anne Simons - the winner of the { "Takenista" Bride Give Away }.

A special thanks to everyone for leaving comments and liking the brides’ pictures! Laura Anne won $500 off any wedding package I offer. Keep checking back to my Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/MaryBethsPhotography) and my Blog (www.MaryBethsPhotography.Blogspot.com) for more fun updates and special promotions! www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ Bridal Show Review and Thanks }

I am still on such a wonderful photographer high from the fabulous Bridal Show I attended last weekend. 

It was so much fun to plan for the event and then to show off my work to all the excited brides and their families!  Here is a better look at my display from last weekend.  

I think I was able to show a variety of portraits from weddings I have photographed and some of the fun "extras" I offer! 

Remember, if you attended the Bridal Show, then you have until Sunday to book your wedding with me and receive the  { SPECIAL OFFER }!  Also, the { "Takenista" Bride Give Away } ends on Wednesday, February 8th, so leave a comment for your favorite bride on my Facebook page www.Facebook.com/MaryBethsPhotography!!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

 

{ Bridal & Formal Expo - Jan 29, 2012 }

In just two days, I will be attending the 4th Annual CSRA Bridal & Formal Expo 2012 held at St. Paul's River Room on Reynolds St. in Augusta, GA from 1-5 p.m. 

 
I am so very excited to speak to all the brides, grooms and families in attendance. Can you guess why I am bringing this bodice? And what do you think is hiding under these boas? Why would I be bringing boas to this event? 

 
Mention you saw my posts on Facebook to enter a { Special Drawing } taking place ONLY at the Bridal & Formal Expo! See you there!!!

{ 11/11/11 Ring in the Bells }

For Tessa and Jacob, 11/11/11 will be a day that they will never forget!  

 
In a beautiful ceremony and reception at their church in Augusta, GA,  Tessa and Jacob  became Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Bell on 11/11/11!  

What was so adorable was the unique details during their wedding like their giving away "Bells" because of their last name and their signature board, which was a canvas with a tree painted and all the guests were invited to put their thumb prints as leaves on the tree and sign the board - so cute! 

 
After their lovely wedding and dessert reception in their church (which their church family pitched in to help with putting together), the happy couple traveled to a mountain cabin in North Carolina for their honeymoon.   

Don't you love this idea for their Thank You Cards? 

A very special thank you to Nancy Harper, a fellow photographer who referred Tessa and Jacob to me.  

It is always so nice to work with fellow photographers to share our talents!  

 
If you are looking for a wedding photographer, come visit me at the 4th Annual CSRA Bridal & Formal Expo 2012 held at St. Paul's River Room on Reynolds St. in Augusta, GA from 1-5 p.m. this Sunday, January 29, 2012!

{ A Wedding Show }

Attention Fans!  I am so very excited to announce that I will be attending the 4th Annual CSRA Bridal & Formal Expo 2012 and it will be held at St. Paul's River Room on Reynolds St. in Augusta, GA. 

 

It is on January 29th from 1-5 p.m. and tickets are $10 and all money goes to the Aiken/Augusta Chapters of the Red Cross. 

If you are getting married or know someone who is getting married, come visit me at my booth.   

I promise to have fabulous handouts and prizes, including **SUPER DISCOUNTS** on my wedding packages for attendees only.   

This promises to be a great event with lots of local vendors showcasing our work.   

 

I would love to see you January 29, 2012 from 1 - 5 p.m. at the St. Paul's River Room on Reynolds St. in Augusta, GA for the 4th Annual CSRA Bridal & Formal Expo 2012.   www.MaryBethsPhotography.info