Michelle and John at OceanCliff- The Finale!

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A good adjective to describe the look of the evening? Luxe.

Every corner of the room was glowing and sparkling.








Our red theme was carried throughout the tables and the cake. This amazing cake was also done by Cappuccinos... alligators to elegant should be there new tag line.

One more kudos to Perfect Surroundings and Rentals Unlimited!

This centerpieces were insane!

A little bubbly.

Platinum Weddings includes a segment on their show called "The Big Reveal". Basically, this is when the bride and groom view their ballroom completely decorated for the first time. Unfortunately I was banished by the producer from this moment, but I think my shot of them entering is pretty magical anyway. Not sure why they didn't think my lurking around in the background wouldn't make for good TV. Hmphhh.

Raina, in her infinite wisdom made sure that I had all the time I needed to photograph the ballroom without people in it. Thanks Raina.

How do you like my sun flare action in the ballroom?

I love this little series of Michelle and John watching the antics of their bridal party as they are introduced.

I think this was probably an awesome moment for Raina... like giving birth or seeing your kids graduate college... she planned, she worried, she fretted, she gave it her all- and off they go!

All her hard work has paid off and is captured in this moment, how poetic. I like her little thumbs up.

What?! Thank you Mr. Video Light.

That twirling session came in handy.

Michelle is doing her angel thing again.

Good times.

Listening to toasts...

Can't recall what they said, although it must have been good. I was too distracted by all this awesome blue light!

1950 or 2009?

Still not sure...

This was a new move invented by Michelle's grandma. You'll see, everyone is going to be doing it.

Here's our beautiful Snap! Guestbook Folio in action with some of the shots from our photodate last spring.

The evening is coming to a close.

And a good time was had by all... including yours truly.

Michelle and John... thank you for trusting your genius planner Raina and hiring me sight unseen. I hope you love all of these photos and I can't wait to help you design your beautiful album.

I was sad to see such a fun weekend end, it really was Platinum, not because of all the beautiful things but because of you!

Michelle and John at Oceancliff Part One

Posted by Mariah:

Our day started at the Viking Hotel where Michelle and her bridal party were busy getting gorgeous with the help of our friends from New Leaf in Bristol. The girls were knee deep in eyeshadow and hairspray, so I decided to take the opportunity to catch a few detail shots. Nothing like a little bling in the morning to brighten my day!

Michelle's gorgeous Vera Wang Gown, just waiting for it's owner to slip into it!






Fun bronze shoes- Michelle has such great style.

A pretty little "something blue" that Michelle's friends gave her the morning of the wedding. Lovely locks, kudos to the New Leaf girls!

Michelle's dad stopped in to present Michelle with a stunning necklace.

The Platinum Weddings crew is back...

Here's our beauty doing a little interview about how she's feeling at this point. Happy- check! Nervous- check!

Meanwhile my assistant John is hanging out with our groom John and catching a few candid moments... Relaxed- check!

Handsome- check!

Amazing florals by Perfect Surroundings. This is Michelle's bouquet.

I think she's pleased.

Here they are all in a row...

I heart this couch for going along with our color scheme. Thanks couch, you're the best!

A mini beauty.

Girls and their shoes, doesn't matter the age, some things don't change.

Heading to the church... love Michelle's expression in this one.

So pretty.

All the ladies.

Beautiful programs. Thank you hand model groomsman- good job!

Speaking of model... when I photographed John & Michelle's photo date... John thanked me for working my magic and making him look good... is he kidding?!

Such a little sweetie.

I'm surrounded by little beauties!

Michelle and her dad just waiting for their turn to go in... this was actually one of my favorite moments of the day. Michelle and her dad had a little time alone and it was very sweet.

I love this photo of Michelle- I can see why John is so smitten with her, she has a little angel face.

Some last minute words of encouragement?

Michelle definitely looks ready!

It's time!

Raina helping to get Michelle into the church. The little clipboard is cute, she is so official!

Michelle's dad looked so proud at this moment. I am sure it was bittersweet!

Love this one.

And they're off!

Stay tuned for ceremony and formal photos coming up next!