JLK Weddings: the ravington

Wednesday, November 2, 2016

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!

Friday, August 26, 2016

Italian Dream Styled Shoot at the Ravington

Hi everyone!

I had the immense pleasure of styling a photo shoot with some of the best wedding vendors in the area. We all came together to create something beautiful and unique to inspire future brides and flex our design muscles. I love what we created and I'm so excited to share it with you today!

Letterpress invitation on handmade paper with marble envelope liner from Shindig Paperie.

bouquet by Pigmint.

Cake by Shelby Lynn's Cake Shoppe. Floral by Pigmint. Sheer Silk Fabric from Silk and Willow.

Simple, chic place settings from CB2. Glassware and linens from Eventures. Visit Ramo d'Olivo in Bentonville to get specialty olive oil and pour into mini bottles for this great DIY favor.

Potted plants from Garden Living as an ecofriendly centerpiece alternative.

chairs and linen from Eventures. Courtyard of the Ravington.

Gown from Saint Isabel. Makeup by Genoa Falar.

Victorian Era diamond and white gold ring from Mae's Emporium.

Hair by Nikki, owner of B.Lush Salon.
Earrings and Bubble Locket from Mae's Emporium in Fayetteville. Gown from Saint Isabel.

Victorian Era Bubble Locket from Mae's Emporium in Fayetteville. Put anything sentimental in the locket to carry with you on your wedding day {or any day} - a piece of your mother's wedding gown or a piece of a note from your grandmother would be sweet ways to use this piece on your wedding day.