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Arkansas Wedding: Lawrence-Cranor Part I

April 23, 2013, 8:10 am
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There is much to celebrate today but we are all about the Lawrence-Cranor wedding on this Tuesday!  DIY through and through and beautiful in every aspect, join us as we celebrate the Arkansas nuptials of Mallory Lawrence and Eli Cranor.  We have Part I for you right here (photos courtesy of Melissa McCrotty Photography) with a bit more on these two below. . .






























Precious, precious.  Now to learn a bit more about these cuties, here's their story:

Mallory’s perspective:
"Well, it might have all started back in 1994 when I had Mrs. Cranor (Eli’s mom) as my kindergarten teacher!  She says “I knew then that Mallory was the one for Eli!”  Haha, I haven’t quite fallen for this tale, but I do know that God had a plan for Eli and I. Apparently Eli has had a thing for me all the way since junior high, but me, being the oblivious girl I can be sometimes– I never picked up on it. That or I just never believed it. Eli was the quarterback of the football team, he had a serious girlfriend — on and off, and he was older than me. All things that led me to believe I never would have had a chance with him.  Throughout junior high and high school, we had small conversations here and there, but nothing ever became of it. Hgh school came and passed, and then off to college Eli went. My senior year of high school and Eli’s freshman year of college, he sent several Facebook messages to me throughout the year. For every two or three he would send, I would respond to one. I’m not exactly sure what my logic in this was, but I know now that God had a bigger plan. That summer he came home, and would call my house phone because I wouldn’t answer my cell phone or Facebook. My mom would force me to talk to him and say, “Mal, you need to give this boy a chance!” I still didn’t listen. Fast forward three more years. Fate would have it that Facebook once again would be our avenue for communication. Eli was playing football in Sweden and posted a picture of his new haircut. Anyone who has kept up with E will know that he had a period of terrible, long hair. He looked like a hippy with a nappy, and I mean nappy– head of hair!  Anyway, he cut it all off and posted a picture on Facebook that I “liked”. That quick click of the mouse to “like” his new picture opened up the door for us to talk again. A few months of small talk passed before Eli was preparing to come back to the U.S. He knew he would be flying in to Little Rock, which is where I live now, so he asked me to lunch. Timing didn’t work out exactly for lunch,  but the very next week I went home to Russellville and we met up. The next night we had our first date. December 1, 2011 — Eli asked me to be his girlfriend –and the rest,  is history!"

Eli’s Perspective:
"I did have a “thing” for Mal since about the 9th grade. The first time I remember noticing her, she was trying to get a basketball out of the ball cage in the gym. She was pretty short then, and there was only one ball left, so it was down deep. She was reaching way down for it when the cage closed over the top of her and she fell in. That was the first time I saw her. The next time I really remember Mal, was when I was playing football and she was pole vaulting in high school. Off-season football and track season always coincided, so I got to watch Mal do her thing while I was doing my football workouts. Needless to say, I was impressed. But it would be a long time before Mal and I would truly meet. I tried a couple of times while we were in college, but Mal wasn’t having any of it. Mrs. Rhonda (Mal’s mom) even tried to put in a good word for me, but to no avail. Then, when I was about as far away from her as I could possibly be (I was in Sweden, she was in Little Rock, 4,834.5 miles apart), she “liked” one of my photos on Facebook. That was all I needed. I sent her a few messages on Facebook, and we set up a date. But my mom got to her before I did. Mal went to see some of her younger cousins at my mom’s school, and mom stopped her and said, “Heard you have a HOT date tonight!” Mal laughed, and that was the first thing we talked about on our date. You can say what you will about true love, and love at first sight, but when I went to pick Mal up for that first date I felt something I’ve never felt before, and I still feel it every time I see her. We are truly blessed."

Check back this afternoon for much more from the Lawrence-Cranor wedding day!  We still have so much to share with you all including the absolutely amazing and unique ceremony and the reception well worth celebrating!  We promise you won't want to miss a minute of this day's fun feature or any of Melissa McCrotty' Photography's stunning work.

XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Wedding: Lawrence-Cranor Part II

April 23, 2013, 12:02 pm
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Most likely you've been anxiously awaiting Part II of today's post. . . we sure have!  Melissa McCrotty has outdone herself this go around and Mallory Lawrence and Eli Cranor's wedding was nothing short of fabulous.  While they planned for an outdoor wedding ceremony on March 23, 2013, the week's weather forecast gave them a very tight turn around to make new accommodations.  New and wonderful accommodations they were and what they were able to produce is nothing short of spectacular!  The tin barn on the family farm land not only made for perfect pictures, but might top my list for fun, unique ceremony venues.  I just love it and you sure will too. . .  Join us as we enjoy Mallory and Eli's ceremony and celebration!

































Without a doubt, a TWP favorite!  Don't ya think?  Every aspect, was well thought out, made with an immense amount of love and super romantic.  For a bit more on just who helped with this Southern soiree, see below.  And, be sure to check out Part I of this lovely day here!

Venue:  Family Barn
Design and Decor:  Mallory, Eli, and their families
Florals:  Family Friend
Photography: Melissa McCrotty Photography
Makeup:  MaRya Hunnicutt for Vspa
Dress:  Danielle’s Bridal Shop
DJ:  Central Arkansas Entertainment
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Engagement: Caitlyn + John

April 24, 2013, 4:00 am
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Welcome to Wednesday, wonderfuls!  We were wowed by the super fabulosity of this sesh the second we saw it.  I mean, really?  We want to be friends with these cuties, soooo bad.  :)




How fabulous is that?!!!  Goodness gracious. We are betting these two cuties have a whole lifetime of great adventures to share, wouldn't you agree?!!  So sweet.

Caitylyn Greek and John Moore will be tying the knot in May.  TWP wishes them so much happiness.

Hugs and kisses to Jon Yoder Photography for sharing this fun sesh with TWP!

Y'all make sure to make the rest of your day count!  We only get so many, you know.  :)

Love you all!!!

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Proposal: Danielle + David

April 24, 2013, 2:49 pm
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Welcome back to TWP!  We have something a little different to share with y'all this afternoon.  We love it whenever we get proposals in our inbox.  Love, love, love it.  What about a Malibu proposal?  Yes please.  :)
Check out the bottom of this photo.  See the guy with the red backpack?  That's David.  He's about to pop the big question. . .
This is the moment Danielle realized her best friend, Chasnie was there to document the proposal.
Awfully presh, we'd have to say.  Photographer, Chasnie Vinson shared a little bit about these two:

"The groom is from Rogers, Arkansas and the couple will be moving to Kansas City soon.  The bride-to-be is my best friend from college and the groom-to-be is a friend that we met down here when I moved from Kansas.  The two met and have been inseparable since.  She has always wanted whenever she got proposed to on camera, and he was sweet enough to make that happen.  David, the groom-to-be flew us to Malibu to be there for the proposal on the beach!  

Luckily, she didn't figure out that we were in California waiting for the big moment.  The pictures are from El Matador State Beach in Malibu, CA.  We followed them from a distance until the big moment happened.  After she said yes, we captured her surprised look when she figured out we were the ones snapping the pics!  :)"

Congratulations to Danielle Bortmes and David Fowler!  They are planning to exchange vows October 26, 2013 at Belvoir Winery in Liberty, MO.  TWP wishes the lovebirds all the happiness in the world as they plan their big day and beyond.

Special thanks to Vinson Images for sharing all this sweetness with TWP.

Till next time. . .

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Wedding: Hall-Mattox (Part I)

April 24, 2013, 11:30 pm
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Happy Thursday, TWPers!  We are jumping for big time joy over today's feature.  We are soooo happy to be sharing this pretty wedding with y'all we can hardly contain ourselves. Check out the fabulosity of this Taylor Howard Photography soiree for yourselves. . . 



 




Ahhhhhhh!  Do you not love?!!  We are so grateful to Taylor Howard Photography for sharing these sweet pics with TWP.  We adore each and every image. Kudos to all the fab Arkansas vendors who helped make Jessica and Jeremy's day a dream come true:

Ceremony: Saint Edwards
Reception: MacDonald Hall
DJ: Jelly Bean of Central Arkansas Entertainment
Videographer: Daniel Mitchell of PelikanFilms
Trolley: Central Arkansas Trolley Rentals
Caterer: Events! Catering
Photography: Taylor Howard Photography

Jessica Hall and Jeremy Mattox exchanged vows March 9, 2013!  Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Mattox. TWP wishes you a lifetime of love and laughter!

Giant sized hugs and kisses to Taylor Howard Photography for sending over all this love. Check back later today for more sweetness from this wedding.

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Wedding: Hall-Mattox (Part II)

April 25, 2013, 2:00 am
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Hi there!  And welcome back to our little blog.  If you are just joining us you'll want to visit our post from earlier today to see the prequel to this post. . . which is simply more fabulous images celebrating this sweet union. . .
Hats off to our friends at Taylor Howard Photography.  We are in awe.  Love these images. Love y'all.  :)

Till next time. . .

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Lindsey + Joshua

April 26, 2013, 7:21 am
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Happy Friday, y'all!  Today I've got quite a beauty for you. . .the engagement session of Lindsey Nelson and Joshua Phillips captured by none other than the always lovely, Megan Clemence Photography.  I'm so in love with this session for a multitude of reasons so sit back and enjoy my dear friends. . .


















The light is perfect, their picnic seems straight out of a fairytale and these two are getting married!  Please join us in wishing Lindsey and Joshua many, many well wishes!  We are just giddy for their upcoming wedding!

Special thanks to Megan Clemence Photography for allowing us the opportunity to show off her gorgeous work!  We love it!

XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Happy Wedding Day!!!

April 27, 2013, 4:30 am
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It's a wedding weekend and today we'd like to wish these happy couples a very Happy Wedding Day!  May many laughs be share and many memories made!  We wish you nothing but happiness on this lovely day of celebration!
 
ALLIE SCHEXNAYDER + BRIAN TABBERER

ERIN BASNETT + PAUL KENNEDY
 
XOXO,
Anne-Claire

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Arkansas Bride: Sha'Roda Williams Springfield

April 28, 2013, 12:55 am
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Could she be any lovelier?  Such a pretty bride.  And Mr. Springfield is easy on the eyes as well.  :)  You should go see their engagement photos in case you missed them.  Darling!

Sha'Roda Williams and Donald Springfield exchanged vows April 20, 2013 at Marlsgate Plantation. We can not wait to see the wedding pics!  Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Springfield!  We wish you all the best.

Special thanks to Carper Creative Photography for sending over these pretty pics.  Beautiful, as always!!!

Check back later today, y'all.  We have not one, not two, but 3 more pretty brides to show off. YAY!!!!

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Bride: Chesney Hicks Hill

April 28, 2013, 7:00 am
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Can you even believe allllll the pretty we have on The Post today?!!!  We are tickled about all the bridals we have to share.  This bride is just darling.  Adore everything about this shootl

Chesney Hicks and Ryan Hill exchanged vows yesterday (April 27, 2013) at Garvan Gardens in Hot Springs!  As always, we'll do our best to get those wedding pis for y'all.  So fun.

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Hill.  We wish you worlds of happiness and joy!  God bless.  :)

Special thanks to Photography by KES Weddings.  Karen never ceases to impress us with her work. Love it!

Enjoy your day, lovelies and stay tuned!  We have 2 more bridals to share with y'all!  Gotta love TWP on a Sunday!!!!

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Bride: Taylor Lancaster May

April 28, 2013, 10:30 am
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What a beauty!  Y'all know how much we adore a bridal session when the photog is able to give us a glimpse into the bride's personality.  Needless to say we are crazy about these portraits. Soooo pretty.

Taylor Lancaster and Ben May tied the knot yesterday, April 27, 2013 at a sweet outdoor ceremony in Mountain View, AR.  We are keeping our fingers crossed hoping to get the wedding pics for y'all!

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. May!  We wish you alllll the best.

Special thanks to Danielle Davis Art/ Photography for sharing her work with TWP.  We are crazy in love with it. . . so much so that we'll be sharing another one of her gorgeous bridal sessions later today.  Stay tuned!

XOXO,
Deborah

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Arkansas Bride: Brittany James Wilkerson

April 28, 2013, 1:30 pm
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There's nothing prettier than a happy bride.  These images make my point perfectly.  :)
Gorgeous.

Brittany James became the wife of Jeremy Wilkerson yesterday!!!  April 27, 2013.  The wedding ceremony was held at Fellowship Bible Church followed by a most wonderful reception at the Peabody Hotel in downtown Little Rock.

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Wilkerson!  May your marriage be long and filled with lots of love and laughter.  We wish you allll the best.

Hugs and kisses to Danielle Davis Art/ Photography for sending over these stunning bridal portraits.  We can't stop gazing at their beauty. Perfection.

Alrighty, sweets. That  just about does it for us today.  Four beautiful bridals!!  Do you love us?!!

Till tomorrow. . .

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Grace + Michael

April 29, 2013, 4:30 am
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Blue and beautiful is the theme of today's engagement session by Stacy Kinzler Photography!  Grace Kueser and Michael Squires, both current residents of Little Rock, are the absolutely adorable couple in today's feature.  Their beauty is exquisite (raise your hand if you want to exude radiance just like the lovely Grace. . . umm, me! me!) and their upcoming vows are sure to be a wow-factor on the West Coast!  Join us as we celebrate the soon to be Mr. and Mrs. Michael Squires. . .







Happiness all around!  Hugs and kisses being sent to Stacy Kinzler Photography for this absolutely beautiful engagement session!  And, most importantly-- the big day--can we talk about jealous-- Grace and Michael are set to wed on September 7, 2013 in an incredible destination wedding in Sonoma, California!  Swoon-worthy indeed!  Until tomorrow, y'all!

XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Arkansas Engagement: Stacy + Michael

April 30, 2013, 4:30 am
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May is just around the corner and if you are anything like me, you can hardly wait!  May is full of beauty-- Spring flowers, happy weather and lots and lots of weddings!  This weekend these two lovelies, Stacy Brantley and Michael Sikes, will tie the knot at The Rogers House in Little Rock, Arkansas.  Before their big day the couple took a few hours to capture these photos with Kim Boyd of Zoe Weddings!









Wondrous work by Kim Boyd of Zoe Weddings don't you all think?  It is always a delight to receive her work and even more of joy to feature it for each of you!  Please also join us in wishin Stacy and Michael a very wonderful wedding week!

XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Featured Vendor: The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch

April 30, 2013, 10:08 pm
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Welcome back to the blog, sweets! Today we have quite the treat for y'all... a visit back to The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch!!!  We recently visited with Lesleigh out at The Barn and believe you me, a whole lot has happened since they opened their big ole barn doors last June. . . 
JRowe Photography
We asked Lesleigh if she would narrow down for us the TOP 10 reasons brides choose The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch for their big day.  Scroll through these images taken at The Barn and see what Lesleigh had to say!
Bn Bauman Photography





TOP 10 REASONS BRIDES CHOOSE THE BARN AT TWIN OAKS RANCH

Reason #1:  Our Staff, our staff, our staff!  - The team at The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch is compiled of a fabulous group of gals that are in love with what they do.  From catering to our brides, to caring for the property to making sure it's ready for each wedding, they really do make your day one to remember.
Melissa McCrotty Photography


Melissa McCrotty Photography

Melissa McCrotty Photography
















Reason #2:  Details!  But only if you LOVE details! - Details are what we do at The Barn.  
From down the aisle to on the table, you will be pleasantly surprised that we try to exceed your expectations with lots of little details.
Bn Bauman Photography
Bn Bauman Photography
Bn Bauman Photography

Reason #3:  Because the setting is just gorgeous - The Barn is set on over 35 acres of gorgeous farmland. Driving to the Barn down the picturesque, winding drive provides the first glimpses of the magic that The Barn provides.  It will take your breath plum away.
Bn Bauman Photography
Bn Bauman Photography
Bn Bauman Photography

Reason #4:  Versatility - we cater to YOUR wedding expectations.  Nothing canned, nothing is ever the same.  We design each wedding based on the specific florals, colors, designs, stylings of each couple.
Captured by Cottingham Photography
Captured by Cottingham Photography

Reason #5:  It's a one stop shop - We do everything!  We do our own florals, decor, designing, planning & coordination.  We handle your catering, entertainment, set up and tear down.  What more can you ask for?  
Bn Bauman Photography

Bn Bauman Photography

Reason #6:   Experienced - Our staff has over 15+ years of wedding/event/catering/hospitality experience. We know what to expect before it happens.  And those are the people you want working for you on the most important day of your life!
Captured by Cottingham Photography
Captured by Cottingham Photography

Reason #7:  Kid Friendly Environment!
Captured by Cottingham Photography
JRowe Photography

Reason #8:  It's all yours - You get The Barn for 8 hours and it's all yours.  That is one thing that brides/grooms love.  It's so quiet, serene and the perfect place for a fun, lively event.
Captured by Cottingham Photography

Reason #9:  You're totally catered to - Our brides have their own personal concierge who makes sure they are totally cared for from the moment they arrive to making sure they get to eat dinner!  She is the fixer, mender, iphone picture taker, bouquet holder, dress fluffer, with a 'shout wipe' at the ready for any 'Ooops' moments!  
JRowe Photography
JRowe Photography
JRowe Photography

Room #10:   It's so Stress Free!  - Once you have had your planning meeting at The Barn with the design team, you are done.   Nothing more to do, but finalize your dress details, make sure your photographer is booked, and get your minister!  EVERYTHING else is taken care of by us!
Liz Chrisman Photography
Liz Chrisman Photography



Oh, my goodness.  It sounds like a little slice of Heaven, does it not?!!  And, as if you needed any more reasons to love:
-All of their weddings have been published in some form (print, blog, ezine, etc).
-They book about 18 months in advance (Saturdays go first and go fast).
-They can accomodate up to 220.
-They have a bridal suite, grooms room and restrooms onsite.
-The have rain backup plans and their staff has it down to an art. :)

Plus, The Barn is easily accessible from I-40 making it super great for guests.  They are located only 12 miles from the interstate in Russellville.  

If the idea of a barn wedding is something you've dreamed about you may want to give 'em a call.  Dates in 2014 are filling quickly and they have actually accepted several 2015 bookings. 

And, check this!  Lesleigh would like to extend a warm invitation to all TWPers to their 2013 Open Barn Event!  YAY!!!  It's Saturday, July 20th.  It'll be a super great time for y'all to go see The Barn, meet the staff and have a great time!!!  Check out their Facebook page for deets.

The Barn at Twin Oaks Ranch
phone: 817-925-0510
email: barnattwinoaksranch@yahoo.com
website: www.wix.com/barnattwinoaksranch/home
blog: http://barnattwinoaksranch.blogspot.com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebarnattwinoaksranch
Pinterest:  http://pinterest.com/barnattwinoaks

There ya go, little darlins.  Hope y'all enjoyed reading this post as much as I enjoyed writing it!  If you make it up to The Barn, please tell Lesleigh I said 'Howdy'!  :)

Till tomorrow. . .

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Sara + Josh

May 2, 2013, 4:00 am
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Hi, y'all!  Truth be told, this e-sesh by Taylor Howard Photography has officially made our day.  Take a look for yourself and see whatcha' think.  Warning: the smiles on these two lovebirds are extremely contagious, so don't look if you're someplace it's not okay to be happy.  :))

You're smiling, right?  We tried to warn you!  Just darling.  We never grow tired of viewing these sweet little displays of affection.  

Sara Denton and Josh Pratt are busy planning the little details that will make their wedding all the more special. These Harding University students will exchange vows in Knoxville, TN on July 6, 2013. TWP wishes them alllll the best.  So fun!

And kudos to the photographer who provided these crystal clear happy pics for us.  Taylor Howard Photography never fails to impress us.  Loooove them.

Till tomorrow.  Stay warm, Arkansas.  ;)  Love y'all.

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Allison + Bryan

May 3, 2013, 7:30 am
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Although its rainy across most of the state today, at least it's Friday!  Today we have a lovely Springtime engagement session to share with you by Sarena Kaye Photography. Allison Estrada and Bryan Clark, both of Little Rock, are set to be married this Saturday, May 4th at Trapnall Hall in downtown Little Rock.









Yayyy for a wonderfully busy wedding weekend ahead!  Lots of lovely wishes being sent straight to you Allison and Bryan!  Hugs and kisses to Sarena Kaye Photography for being a part of TWP today!

XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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Happy Wedding Day!!!

May 4, 2013, 4:30 am
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May means weddings and today we've got quite a handful to celebrate!  Look at all these beauts and please join us in wishing each of these sweet couples a very Happy Wedding Day!  Yahoo for Spring weddings!
 
LEAH WRIGHT + WILLIAM BREHM
 
LYNDSEY SMITH + NICHOLAS TACKETT
 
BRANDIE SCHULTZ + TOMMY SANDER
 
 SARA MUELLER + JOSH WINNINGHAM

NANCI WILLIAMS + ROB BIXBY
 
 LAUREN WILLIAMS + HUNT TAYLOR
 
XOXO,
Anne-Claire
 

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Arkansas Bride: Kathryn Young Shingleur

May 5, 2013, 4:00 am
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Now that's whatcha call a bridal session.  Wowza!  Gorgeous.

We have Melissa McCrotty Photography to thank for today's ever so lovely feature.  We love each and every one of these pretty, pretty pics.  We do a little happy dance whenever Melissa shares her wonderful work with TWP.  :)

Kathryn Young became the bride of Lance Shingleur on March 16th, 2013.  Yay, yay!!! Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Shingleur from TWP!  We wish these two love bugs a lifetime of love and laughter!

Makeup: MaRya Hunnicutt/ Vspa, Russellville
Hair: Kayte McAlister
Gown: Danielle's Bridal/ Clarksville, AR
Bouqet: Lance!!!/ Cathy's Flowers, Russelville
Shoot location: Petit Jean State Park

Enjoy your Sunday, sweets!  Stay warm.  ;)

XOXO,
Deborah
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Arkansas Engagement: Ally + Tyler

May 6, 2013, 6:24 am
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Meet Allison Marcussen, Tyler Kemp and their lovely engagement session by Cottonwood Studios Worldwide!  Each engagement session that we feature always seems to bring a smile to my face, but I especially love the ones with adorable K9s!  Ally and Tyler's sweet pup also plays a small cameo in today's feature, too!  So, without further adieu. . . Enjoy!





















Adorbs!  Ally and Tyler are getting married August 17, 2013 at Twin Oaks Barn in Dardanelle, AR.  Special thanks to Cottonwood Studios Worldwide for sending Ally and Tyler's session on over to us!  We just love it!

XOXO,
Anne-Claire
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