I am thrilled to share Jessica and Chris' Homestead wedding, which was recently chosen for the cover and for a feature story in Traverse Magazine's My North Wedding!

The incredibly talented Brian Confer was my second shooter, so of course I was very fortunate to have him along.  Thank you, Brian!

More favorite imagery to come from this wedding soon. This blog post is simply showcasing and celebrating our recent good news that Jessica and Chris' wedding has been published!  Many thanks to those involved for making us feel welcome and for helping (by doing your jobs and sharing your talents) us to fully document the day with ease.  Most importantly, to Jessica and Chris and your love for one another.  Cheers to the two of you and to the years to come!

- Beth
Photographers : Elizabeth Price & Brian Confer
Location : The Homestead  Officiant : Mike Riggins
Florist : Marla Courtney Wood  Cake : Aunt B's  
Hair/Makeup Stylist : Shari Stelzer



 
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What, it's mid-September?  How did this happen...especially since I began drafting this post the first of this month?!  Today I self-declared it's officially fall as I ate two ripened apples off of a local tree, the trees are definitely beginning to take on a hint of changing colors, plus my Patagonia Better Sweater has re-entered my wardrobe on a daily basis.  (My favorite piece of clothing, btw, and a must have if you live in a climate similar to Northern Michigan.)  Although I've managed to always put "blog post" at the top of my to-do list since May, it's never happened.  Items further on down have always seemed to overtake me in precedence.

I'm finally dedicating the time for posting new imagery on this blogsite so here we go.  Scroll down and you'll be on your way!

Happy Fall - It's here, embrace it!    -Beth

Heather & Jeff's Wedding



Laura and Nathan's Wedding



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Bruce - Wedding Photographer says:

This is one of the most beautiful pictures I've ever seen. I love the contrast with the silhouettes and the sun setting over the water. Very very nicely done.

(02.06.12 @ 05:41 PM)
pphoto says:

Thanks, Robert! That's a huge compliment coming from a photographer. I appreciate you taking the time to visit my site and for your feedback!

(02.11.12 @ 09:43 AM)
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Ali was married in 2009, and is a custom wedding dress designer/maker.  It would be a pretty good inference, and an accurate one, to say she designed and sewed her own wedding dress.  I cannot take credit for taking Ali's wedding photos, Jan-Michael Stump was her photographer, but I did have the opportunity to work with her in the studio for a bridal portrait shoot.  We played with different variations during her session, including using strobes vs. natural light, with and without the red rose bouquet (arranged by Ali's mom), as well as the red lipstick which we decided we wanted to try mid-session.  Thank goodness we have a salon, Tonic Salon & Gallery, next door to the studio so I popped in and was promptly given a tube of lipstick to borrow thanks to Shawnee!

To learn more about Ali, the best link I may give you is a recent article in The Northern Express.  It perfectly describes Ali's process when designing her wedding gowns, including her own.  To reach Ali, click here to email her.  Enjoy some of our top picks from the session below!   - Beth






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melanie shallop says:

To anyone who is looking for "Priceless" photos of any special occasion you have come to the right place.
Professional, knowledgeable,and fun that is Beth!!!! There are no words to describe our incredible experience at my daughters wedding with her and her assistant Rafi !!! They both went far beyond what we had expected. Can not wait to see the photos !!! Hopefully she will use some of them for references, they will be stunning!!!
Thank you to Beth and Rafi for such a fun day and fabulous, fabulous pictures. The Shallop Family

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pphoto says:

Wow! Thank you, Melanie, for such kind words. We are honored you chose us to capture Lindsey and Eric's day. It was a gorgeous wedding filled with many photogenic moments, not to mention how much fun we had with all of you!

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Although I'd cast my vote for warmer months in Northern Michigan, there is something to be said about winter engagement, wedding and family/children photo shoots:  I LOVE THEM!  Anyone brave enough to endure the outdoor elements and stand in front of my camera is a rock star in my opinion.  Not to mention the uniqueness of imagery that results because of my clients' bravery...

Andi and Kyle were married one year ago at The Hagerty Conference Center in Traverse City.  When they chose me as their wedding photographer I did a small dance of joy as I am always thrilled when I book a winter wedding.  Kyle is serving in the U.S. Coast Guard so The Hagerty Conference Center was a perfect venue as it is within the Great Lakes Maritime Academy.  Andi and Kyle were one of the most laid back wedding couples I have ever worked with, plus Andi is a photographer herself, so they had the perfect mindset when we went outdoors for photographs. 

As I look back on the past year and all the kind words that have been emailed to me by clients, one of Andi's emails always stands out in my mind.  She wrote that her and Kyle had "been married for six months on Friday, but every time I look through them [the photos] I go back to that day.  They've been a great help while Kyle's away on deployment."  

Thank-you, Andi and Kyle, for your true love, a winter wedding, and the sacrifices you are making for our country and our freedom.  May you be celebrating together on your first anniversary and may it be the first of many yet to come!   - Beth



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What is the origin of wedding bands and the deep rooted tradition of wearing them?  Of course I went straight to Google to find my answer!

According to eZine Articles, "The now-famous wedding band is thought to have originated in Ancient Egypt, where it is said that plant sections were fashioned in circles to signify never-ending and immortal love.  It was thought that the fourth finger (which we now know as the ring finger) contained a special vein that was connected directly to the heart, and therefore this became the official finger for the wedding band."

Of course over time other cultures and ethnicities have had their take on wedding bands, but the main underlying meaning and symbolism has endured over time.

Here's to the year ahead filled with much love.  And to those of you in love, may it lead to an engagement, a gorgeous set of rings, and eternal love!    - Beth



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