Styled Shoot: Inspired by Art

Hi guys!

This Fall has been busy, but we are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. For months I have been dreaming about an opulent, art inspired photo shoot. I was inspired by Baroque & Rococo era still life paintings from Europe in which the tables are overflowing with food, flowers, and fabric.

Jan Davisz de Heem, Untitled 

Willem Van Aelst, Bloementuil

I wanted to recreate the moody extravagance and excess in these works of art. To begin, I knew I wanted to use a wooden table layered with fabric and topped with flowers and fruit. I also knew I wanted to use dark {black and gray} candlesticks to emphasize the darker tones.

With Hudson Photography behind the camera, Jules Design creating our floral pieces, and Eventures providing the rentals, we created magic.

Next, the idea of the floral bustle was born...

Sketch by Kimberly Cheshier.

The floral bustle was impractical and over the top, which was perfectly in keeping with the extravagance and wastefulness of the Rococo time period in Europe.

Hair by B.Lush Salon at Pinnacle.

The gown from She Said Yes could not have been more perfect. The lace top with the full silk skirt was dramatic, feminine, and beyond beautiful!

Makeup by Kaylin Townsend

And a big thank you to The Ravington for letting us shoot at your breathtaking venue!

We had a blast creating this design. Thanks to all of the vendors who made it possible. We love you all!

Melissa & Drew: The Reception!

Hello everyone!

I'm back today with the last installment of Melissa & Drew's wedding features on the blog. Today I'm excited to share their reception with you. Enjoy...

Cake by Meridienne Dessert Salon. Slip Covered Cake Stand by Finishing Touch. Vintage Cake Topper from the bride's grandparents' wedding refurbished by Underwoods Jewelers. Cake knife from the bride's parents' wedding.

Their guests truly had a wonderful weekend experiencing the best that Northwest Arkansas has to offer! It was a pleasure to be involved in this very special wedding. Thank you so much to Melissa & Drew and family!

Thank you to Crystal Bridges Museum for an amazing job as always. And thank you to Hudson Photography for the lovely photos of their day!!

Drew & Melissa: The Details

Hey everyone!

I'm back with some of my favorite wedding details this year! Melissa & Drew wanted an organic wedding design that brought the outside in. To accomplish this, we used lovely wooden place chargers, a color palette of rich fall tones, and centerpieces that were wild and mixed a variety of elements including branches, antlers, and fruit! The results are nothing short of breathtaking! Enjoy...

Above images taken from the Bella Figura Blog. Invitations from Shindig Paperie.

Jimmy Choo Bridal flats. Bridal Bouquet by Flora. Photo by Hudson Photography.

photo by Hudson Photography

Ceremony Chalkboards. Calligraphy by Anchorport Calligraphy. Floral Garlands by Flora. Photo by Hudson Photography.

Boutonniere by Flora. iPhone Photo by Finishing Touch.

Moss Wall Escort Card Display with Custom Frame. Escort Cards from Shindig Paperie. iPhone Photo by Finishing Touch

Reception in the Great Hall at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Photo by Hudson Photography.

At the Groom's Request, we had a Bourbon Bar! It offered a variety of bourbons to the guests all night long and was a huge hit! Calligraphy by Anchorport Calligraphy.

Centerpiece detail including antlers, branches, rose hips, and much more! Centerpieces by Flora. iPhone Photo by Finishing Touch.

King's Table!

Loveseat for the Bride & Groom. Wreath by Flora.

Place Setting Detail. Menus by Shindig Paperie. Rattan Chargers and Olive Bengaline Napkins. Centerpiece by Flora. iPhone Photo by Finishing Touch.

Centerpieces complete with antlers & faerie lights by Flora. Table Numbers by Finishing Touch. Photo by Hudson Photography.

Lovely wasn't it?! I just adore all of the organic details and the sophisticated way it all came together! Now come back tomorrow for their reception!!

Melissa & Drew: The First Look & Ceremony

Hello again!

I'm back today with photos captured by Hudson Photography of Melissa & Drew's wedding day! Today I'm sharing their First Look & Ceremony. And I'll just let the photos do the talking! Enjoy...

Make Up by Aaron Perkins of Face Your Day Studios

Hair by Nikki Corning of Enve Salon

First Look time....

Gallery at 21C Museum Hotel

Taken in the lobby at 21C Museum Hotel

Now on to the Ceremony...

Mildred B Cooper Memorial Chapel

Fayetteville String Quartet

Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel

Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel

Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel

They're married! Now come back tomorrow for their incredible wedding details! Thank you Hudson Photography for capturing these moments so beautifully!

Melissa's Lovely Bridal Portraits

Hello everyone!

We have had a busy October at Finishing Touch and I am so excited to have the first of our October weddings to share with you today!

Melissa & Drew were married on October 5th at Cooper Memorial Chapel in Bella Vista with a fabulous reception to follow at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. This couple wanted to treat their guests right! And they did just that with welcome bags in their hotel rooms (90% of their guests came from out of state), a wonderful rehearsal dinner, and a wedding day full of excitement, great food, and fun! Today I'm going to start by sharing Melissa's beautiful bridal portraits! After a slight change of plans due to rain, these were shot by Hudson Photography just before the First Look at 21C Museum Hotel.

bouquet by Flora

Thank you to Hudson Photography for the beautiful portraits! Now come back tomorrow for photos from Drew & Melissa's First Look & Ceremony!

Christian & Brad: The Surprise Wedding, part three

Hey everyone!

Today's the day we share the celebration! What would a Surprise Wedding be without a reception?! And this was a fabulous reception...

first dance

cake cutting

bouquet time!

Garter Toss

A HUGE congratulations to Christian and Brad. It was an absolute blast helping with your big day! I cannot thank you enough for enlisting us to help you plan!

And thank you to Kori of Hudson Photography for capturing the moments so perfectly!