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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Couple gets married at Taco Bell !
NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — Wedding bells meant Taco Bell for Paul and Caragh Brooks.
Customers inside the fast-food restaurant continued to order tacos and burritos as the couple sat Friday in an orange booth at Taco Bell and exchanged vows.
"It's appropriate," groom Paul Brooks said. "It's an offbeat relationship."
Employees displayed hot sauce packets labeled with the words "Will you marry me?" They decorated the restaurant with streamers and balloons.
The bride wore a $15 hot pink dress and the entire wedding cost about $200. Several dozen guests looked on as the couple's friend, Ryan Green of Normal, administered the vows while wearing a T-shirt. He was ordained online.
"This is the way to go — there's no stress," said the groom's mother, Kathy Brooks.
Caragh Brooks, 21, of Australia, met Paul Brooks, 30, on an Internet dating website. They already had the same last name.
The couple wrote back and forth and talked on the phone for nine months before Caragh Brooks moved to the United States.
"We have the same brain, just in two bodies," Paul Brooks said. "We think alike in virtually every manner. We have the same interests, viewpoints."
He proposed on New Year's Eve and, because they like to spend time at the local Taco Bell, they decided to wed there.
"I would never have expected in my life in working here there would be a wedding," restaurant manager Carl Hamlow said.
Copyright 2009 The Associated Press.
Customers inside the fast-food restaurant continued to order tacos and burritos as the couple sat Friday in an orange booth at Taco Bell and exchanged vows.
"It's appropriate," groom Paul Brooks said. "It's an offbeat relationship."
Employees displayed hot sauce packets labeled with the words "Will you marry me?" They decorated the restaurant with streamers and balloons.
The bride wore a $15 hot pink dress and the entire wedding cost about $200. Several dozen guests looked on as the couple's friend, Ryan Green of Normal, administered the vows while wearing a T-shirt. He was ordained online.
"This is the way to go — there's no stress," said the groom's mother, Kathy Brooks.
Caragh Brooks, 21, of Australia, met Paul Brooks, 30, on an Internet dating website. They already had the same last name.
The couple wrote back and forth and talked on the phone for nine months before Caragh Brooks moved to the United States.
"We have the same brain, just in two bodies," Paul Brooks said. "We think alike in virtually every manner. We have the same interests, viewpoints."
He proposed on New Year's Eve and, because they like to spend time at the local Taco Bell, they decided to wed there.
"I would never have expected in my life in working here there would be a wedding," restaurant manager Carl Hamlow said.
Copyright 2009 The Associated Press.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Friday, March 6, 2009
Truly, Every Picture tells a Story!
When photographer Steve McCurry wandered into an Afghan refugee camp in Pakistan in December 1984, National Geographic photographer Steve McCurry captured one of the most famous portraits the world had ever seen. The Afghan girl with the haunting green eyes captivated everyone. That captivation proved, once again, the power of photography to open eyes—and hearts and minds—with a single image.
Photograph by Steve McCurry
Cheap Chic Weddings
I found this website and it has valuable tips for Brides on a Budget. http://www.cheap-chic-weddings.com/
Here is from the website:
" On these pages you’ll find:
How to save a bundle on a wedding gown
Where to get cheap wedding bands and rings
The scoop on inexpensive bridal bouquets and wedding flowers
Photography tricks that look pro
Do-it-yourself wedding cakes that rival the ones in bridal magazines
Tons of advice for cheap weddings
You don’t have to do what everyone else is doing. Make your wedding your own. You’ll have a low cost wedding that will be a cheap, chic joyous occasion. We hope you’ll be inspired. "
How to save a bundle on a wedding gown
Where to get cheap wedding bands and rings
The scoop on inexpensive bridal bouquets and wedding flowers
Photography tricks that look pro
Do-it-yourself wedding cakes that rival the ones in bridal magazines
Tons of advice for cheap weddings
You don’t have to do what everyone else is doing. Make your wedding your own. You’ll have a low cost wedding that will be a cheap, chic joyous occasion. We hope you’ll be inspired. "
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Tips for Engagement Pictures
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Engagement Pictures are usually taken as much as a year in advance of the actual wedding date and are often a fun, creative, and romantic way to announce your engagement to your friends and family. Such a picture may even be used in the wedding invitation. The key to good wedding engagement pictures often lies in choosing poses that convey the romance and devotion that exists between the loving couple and they should definitely have a hand in choosing the poses for the final picture.
I normally like to shoot Engagement Pictures in the afternoon. The location can be chosen by the couple. I do suggest some places I've been before if the couple does not have a place of choice.
I am okay with the couple bringing several change of clothes. The more the better.
And relax. Just be natural.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Wedding Tips for Sending Invitations
If you did not send out Save the date announcements, your wedding invitation is the first item your guests will see about your wedding. It gives your guests an idea as to the type and formality of your wedding.
Invitations may be printed or engraved. Formal invitations should be mailed 4-6 weeks before your wedding date. Informal weddings, invitations ten days prior.
When ordering invitations, order 25 more than you think you will need. It's cheaper to order more in advance than ordering a small quantity at a later date. Also, order extra envelopes to allow for mistakes.
Invitation and announcements should be handwritten in black or blue ink or in dark ink matching your wedding colors such as Burgundy, purple, brown, and green. Red is inappropriate. Gold and silver may be used but they are difficult to read. Both envelopes should be in the same handwriting. You may want to consider calligraphy. It creates a very elegant look for your invitations.
Children's names should be listed on the inside envelope on the second line. Never use "and Family" on the envelope. The rule is, if children are not listed on the envelope, they are not invited. However, in order not to create confusion, you may wish to indicate so within your communications. Any invited children over the age of 18 should receive their own invitation.
Invitations may be printed or engraved. Formal invitations should be mailed 4-6 weeks before your wedding date. Informal weddings, invitations ten days prior.
When ordering invitations, order 25 more than you think you will need. It's cheaper to order more in advance than ordering a small quantity at a later date. Also, order extra envelopes to allow for mistakes.
Invitation and announcements should be handwritten in black or blue ink or in dark ink matching your wedding colors such as Burgundy, purple, brown, and green. Red is inappropriate. Gold and silver may be used but they are difficult to read. Both envelopes should be in the same handwriting. You may want to consider calligraphy. It creates a very elegant look for your invitations.
Children's names should be listed on the inside envelope on the second line. Never use "and Family" on the envelope. The rule is, if children are not listed on the envelope, they are not invited. However, in order not to create confusion, you may wish to indicate so within your communications. Any invited children over the age of 18 should receive their own invitation.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Revelers 2009
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Revelers 2009
One fun party I had the previledge to photograph...
This bride was a beautifull one..... NOT!!! lol
Eddie Alencar Photography
Why have a Bridal Session?
Why have a Bridal Session?
Well, sometimes not everything goes smoothly on your wedding day. We all try very hard to make it easy for you. But the stress of the day may sometimes overwhelm the Bride. Many times things like, bad weather, people being late, etc can greatly damage the Photoshoots. If a Bride takes time, let's say, 1 month before the Wedding for Bridal Pictures, that alone will take a load off her shoulders the day her wedding arrives.
I am open to all the Brides I work with to have a Bridal Session about 1 month before the wedding. The Bride would have no pressure over her shoulders on her wedding day other than having to be photographed with her future IN-LAWS... lol
Save The Date Magnets
Save the Date magnets is one of the coolest things you can have to mail along the invitation. I normally design 3 or 4 prototypes and show them to the bride. She will pick the one she likes the most. We select the pictures from the Engagement Session.
Eddie Alencar
Make Up Tips for Bridal Sessions
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I got this from an interesting website:
" Your wedding day will very likely be one of the happiest days of your life. It is important that you feel like you look your best. When you look at photographs of your wedding, you want to see your true beauty captured. You may decide to get bridal pictures taken in addition to the photos from your special day. With so many photos and memories, you will want to be sure to have your makeup enhance all of your best features. Makeup application for these special events will most likely be a little different than your average makeup day.
One universal truth is the need to apply more makeup than usual so that it shows up in photographs. Especially since you will probably be wearing white for your wedding and bridals, it is important to apply enough makeup that you dont end up looking pale or washed out in the photos. For most girls, it might even feel like you are wearing too much makeup, but that probably means its just the right amount. When you see the photos that you will have forever, you will be really happy you did go heavier on the makeup.
To determine how you want your makeup done for your wedding and bridals, dont be afraid to take a few trial runs. Its a good idea to set up an appointment at a department store makeup counter to have a makeover consult. Most places will gladly do your makeup for free and consult with you on what colors work best with your hair and skin tones. You may even decide that you want to hire the same person to do your makeup for your wedding day if you like what they do. Many brides just love having someone there to handle all of their makeup needs for their special day.
If you decide not to hire a makeup artist, you can still do some trial makeup looks at home. After visiting some of the counters, you will likely have received lots of great input regarding what products, colors and looks would look best on you. You can then purchase the products that you want for your bridal look and practice until you have your look down. The more comfortable you are doing your wedding makeup ahead of time, the easier it will be for you to create that look on your special day.
If you are doing your own makeup, you might want to invest in some good foundation. The right foundation is very important to help create and even glow to your skin. Since you will be wearing white, you really dont want makeup rubbing off on you all day long. And even though it might be necessary to touch up your makeup at least once during the long day, you dont want to have to be worried about it all day long. The right foundation can help keep everything set without giving you that oily look.
Looking your best for your bridal pictures and also on your wedding day is your right as the bride. A good makeup job will help you feel as beautiful as you truly are. By getting your makeup just right, you can be confident that your pictures and your and your big day will be just as you imagined."
by Make Up Girl.
" Your wedding day will very likely be one of the happiest days of your life. It is important that you feel like you look your best. When you look at photographs of your wedding, you want to see your true beauty captured. You may decide to get bridal pictures taken in addition to the photos from your special day. With so many photos and memories, you will want to be sure to have your makeup enhance all of your best features. Makeup application for these special events will most likely be a little different than your average makeup day.
One universal truth is the need to apply more makeup than usual so that it shows up in photographs. Especially since you will probably be wearing white for your wedding and bridals, it is important to apply enough makeup that you dont end up looking pale or washed out in the photos. For most girls, it might even feel like you are wearing too much makeup, but that probably means its just the right amount. When you see the photos that you will have forever, you will be really happy you did go heavier on the makeup.
To determine how you want your makeup done for your wedding and bridals, dont be afraid to take a few trial runs. Its a good idea to set up an appointment at a department store makeup counter to have a makeover consult. Most places will gladly do your makeup for free and consult with you on what colors work best with your hair and skin tones. You may even decide that you want to hire the same person to do your makeup for your wedding day if you like what they do. Many brides just love having someone there to handle all of their makeup needs for their special day.
If you decide not to hire a makeup artist, you can still do some trial makeup looks at home. After visiting some of the counters, you will likely have received lots of great input regarding what products, colors and looks would look best on you. You can then purchase the products that you want for your bridal look and practice until you have your look down. The more comfortable you are doing your wedding makeup ahead of time, the easier it will be for you to create that look on your special day.
If you are doing your own makeup, you might want to invest in some good foundation. The right foundation is very important to help create and even glow to your skin. Since you will be wearing white, you really dont want makeup rubbing off on you all day long. And even though it might be necessary to touch up your makeup at least once during the long day, you dont want to have to be worried about it all day long. The right foundation can help keep everything set without giving you that oily look.
Looking your best for your bridal pictures and also on your wedding day is your right as the bride. A good makeup job will help you feel as beautiful as you truly are. By getting your makeup just right, you can be confident that your pictures and your and your big day will be just as you imagined."
by Make Up Girl.
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