Carolyn Burke STL Blog

Anna and Tim were married on a beautiful October day when the weather has started to change from summer to fall making the colors POP for their wedding event. Casey Hartley with KC Photography took these spectacular photographs.  I had a special interest in this wedding as my niece was the Matron of Honor who knew the bride since they were in dance class way back when they were 3 years old.  I always remember the sparkle in Anna's eyes which were in their peak for her wedding day.  Many Blessings!! Ethical Society Wedding Nice Accents of Shutters and Lace The Aisle at the Ceremony You May Share Your First Kiss As Husband and Wife

Can you really plan an elegant intimate wedding in one month with so much flair as it was for Tracy and Mark?  Absolutely! Ceremony / Reception : Ritz Carlton St Louis Photographer : Jaimie Nicole Kraus Photography Officiant : Carolyn Burke Florist : Botanicals Design Studio Photos by Modern STL Photo

In St. Louis, Forest Park is the best place for so many activities.  In the few places I drove around I saw men playing golf, four men playing handball, joggers, dog walking, the Webster University graduation at the Muny,  a limo, a charter bus, a walking history group, cars, cars and more cars. Choosing to have a wedding at the Grand Basin takes guts.  The road narrows as you approach it.  It is a favorite spot for photographers and there is no shelter in case it rains.  One is really out in the elements. That did not seem to matter to Carleen and Danny who were married in winds that reached 13-15 mph.  The sun felt great in the 65 degree weather.  The water fountains spray a little mist which gave the bride goosebumps.  The couple giggled a little bit when the bride slipped her ring on his finger.  It turns out the ring belonged to the groom's father because they could not find the ring.  Now I know why they were giggling. Thank go...

Make sure you arrange for your florist to have your flowers there before you start your pre-ceremony wedding photography, so you have them for your photos.   [ Carolyn Burke STL  confirms the delivery/arrival time of all ceremony vendors.] If having your hair or nails done the day of the wedding, allow several hours between your appointment time and the time you need to be at the ceremony site.  Sometimes they run behind. Don't take a chance on being late. Hire photography and videography from the same company. Both sides need to swallow their pride, compromise, and share the limited time and space. With strong communication and the right attitude, true professionals should be able to work together to get a complete product for the sake of the client. To avoid the risk, it’s best to book a single combined package with the same company for both photography and videography. Minimize the number of photo shoot locations. Even staying at one location ...