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A Sweet Heart Gift for a Flower Girl and her sister!

2009-12-17T09:22:00.000-08:00

Your Flower girl and Jr. Brides Maidds will love carrying the BFF 2-in-1 Friendship Bag. It's two bags, combined by a center zipper, that can be separated. Share one with a friend or trade halves to create a fun new look. Either way, they will look great toting this awesome accessory--it's embellished with hearts, rhinestone studs, and an iridescent overlay.
Perfect for Ages 5 and up

www.friendshipbags.com

HOT SHOT by Alexandria Mauch

2009-11-22T08:28:00.000-08:00

A REAL WEDDING BY Kristin Griffin Photography,

2009-11-22T08:05:00.000-08:00

Dear Nancy... Centerpiece HELP!

2009-11-17T01:10:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! I would like to ask your opinions- I just got my floral estimate today and it is little more than I wanted to spend (while staying within the 10K-12K total budget). Most of the cost is in the centerpieces I chose. Do you think its cheesy if I put my choice centerpieces on every other table and do something Little more inexpensive on the others? any ideas you all may have would be great....thanks!

As a Wedding Planner and Floral Designer alternating arrangements is a great idea.
It is done all the time. Consider a grouping of candles opposite the flower arrangements.
By choosing a modern look you will use far less materials
This look is charmong for a counrty wedding

Best of luck!

A Harvest Wedding BY BRIAN PHILLIPS Photography

2009-11-14T06:03:00.000-08:00

This was a creative twist on fall foliage colors using champagne as the base line color for the wedding!

BRIAN PHILLIPS photography
tel 617 216 8844 | fax 617 744 0244
www.BrianPhillipsPhoto.com

Newport R.I.Best Keep" Secret" The REAL Platinum Wedding florist

2009-11-03T06:32:00.001-08:00

I was having lunch with Karen from Check the Florist yesterday . To my surprise she told me that they did the flowers for the Newport Platinum Weddings episode that will air next November. Her family's 3rd generation floral company that has been in business in Providence since 1928.
Don't let their FTD web site fool you.
They can do a budget wedding or a high end Platinum one, sometimes for fraction of the cost of many of the" Newport In town" designers. So make sure you get a quote from them when planning your R.I. wedding.

www.wetv.com/platinum-weddings/index.html
www.checktheflorist.com

Chanel Cruises by the sea..in Venice!

2009-09-01T12:58:00.000-07:00

Look for our Coco Chanel Inspired show coming in October

As A Newport Wedding Planner...

2009-08-24T12:45:00.000-07:00

As a wedding planner that lives in Newport R.I. I am so busy with my next green garden wedding in Jamestown.
A Newport Affaire has a secret to announce in September!
I just cant wait to share this news with you all.
New Brides, New Staff members and New Products and Services that reflect Newportiant Weddings!

Welcome Person + Killian Photography

2009-08-24T10:09:00.000-07:00

Jill Person and Lauren Killian are taking the New England wedding photography market by storm. The two joined forces several years ago to formulate what has become a very successful Boston wedding photography business. Their style reflects the combination of photojournalism, artistry and emotion coupled with an innate sense of spontaneity to capture the moment. Person and Killian are wedding photojournalists who specialize in documentary wedding photography and capture the true emotion of every person and event. http://www.PersonKillian.com

Trash The Bridal Party!

2009-08-14T07:40:00.000-07:00

Photo by Teri Lowery

Sea Side Photos by Kristin Griffin

2009-08-14T07:00:00.000-07:00

Modern Table Lamps perfect for a Belle Mer Wedding In Newport !

2009-08-11T10:26:00.001-07:00

I found these Great Table Lamps for a Modern Club Stlye Wedding. The lamp shades come in Silver,Gold,White or Black.

$160 each to rent from the Newport Wedding Gallery
Optional Flowers can be added by your florist.

Welcome Celeste Simpson of Impress Me Designs

2009-08-11T09:56:00.000-07:00

Celeste Simpson is a Couture Invitation Designer offering an array of custom wedding invitations that are truly impressive! Custom wedding invitations should reflect your personality and Celeste is a custom invitation designer who knows how to create an extremely elegant wedding invitation just for you.
The custom wedding invitation techniques she uses create dimension, excitement, detail, individuality and flair. Impress Me Designs' wedding invitations are sought after by brides planning a Newport, Rhode Island wedding. Impress Me Designs excels in nautical theme invitations replete with silks, papers, embellishments and clever natural materials. "I will search high and low for just the right embellishment to accent an invitation design. I have used skeleton leaves and dyed them to match the color of the wedding theme, seashells, cultured pearls, swarvoski crystals, even metal edge tags.". Impress Me Designs also offers custom save the date cards, custom wedding programs and wedding menu cards in letterpress printing and engraving.
http://www.impressmedesigns.com

Calling all Foodies....Julie & Julia

2009-08-09T21:11:00.000-07:00

Brovo !!!
Julie & Julia
What a wonderful time I had at the Newport Opera House tonight.
As much fun as Sex in the City.
www.julieandjulia.com

Your invited to join us, By The Sea!

2009-08-04T07:26:00.000-07:00

Top two invitations By
Jane Parillo Scribe
and
The Save the Date by Limoncellostyle

Thanks Sara

2009-08-03T09:21:00.000-07:00

Sara Zarrella stopped by and took a few photos of me in the gallery!

I feel Like Sylvia Weinstock!

Sara Zarrella Photography

Teri Lowery's By the Sea!

2009-08-02T19:09:00.000-07:00

Teri Lowery Photography- International & Destination Photographer
www.teriloweryphotography.com

Newport R.I. Waterfront Weddings...By The Sea!

2009-08-02T19:05:00.000-07:00

The Aqua Chargers give the look of sea glass in a simple clean way. It's a fresh approach to setting a beach themed table.

Designed by Nancy Swiezy of www.anewportaffaire.com
Rentals By R.I. Rentals www.rirentals.com
Menu Cards, Table Number, Napkin rings and Just Married Sign by 1st Impressions Invitations
www.1stimpressionsinvitations.com
Flowers from Rays Flower Shop www.raysflowershop.net

Sandtasia

2009-08-02T19:04:00.000-07:00

Newport and New England offers dozens of wedding venues that have a seaside view. The talented team from Sandtasia created for us a real sand castle centerpiece for the gallery. The show will run August 1st thru August 30,2009
To have a sand castle built for your wedding go to:
www.Sandtasia.com

On The Tiffany Wall Caster Creations

2009-08-02T18:33:00.000-07:00

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Photographer Dona Caster of Caster Creations
Donna Caster is a Rhode Island based photographer who brings her unique and artistic approach to wedding photography. When capturing weddings, she strives for innovation, combining photojournalism, fine art, and portrait photography while working closely with her clients to realize their visions. www.castercreations.com
The show will run August 1st thru August 30,2009
Open on Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 to 6:00

Pressed Flower Invitations

2009-07-30T06:01:00.000-07:00

They never go out of season!
http://www.pressedflowerartistry.tv

Newport.Weddings.....Castle Hill Inn

2009-07-27T04:55:00.000-07:00

This was my first wedding at the Castle Hill.
I want to Thank Nancy and Rick for all there help. It was wonderful working with Karen from the Creative Cake Company as well as Don From Newport Image at this Wedding.
If was another perfect Newport Affaire!
www.anewportaffaire.com

Photos By Newport Image ( His photos coming soon!)
www.NewportImage.com
Wedding Cake by Creative Cake Company
www.Newportcakes.com

Congratulations to Miriam at Limoncellostyle

2009-07-26T05:59:00.001-07:00

A Note from her Blog!
Hey there readers...just wanted to give a quick update to let you know that our son, Garrison Reid, was born into this world naturally on July 8, 2009 at 4:50am weighing 10lbs 5oz and measuring 21.5 inches.
We have been home a bit over two weeks and it has been an amazing time of bonding and getting to know the little guy.
And just to keep this post wedding related...for those of you who remember, my husband and I were married on 09-08-07 and as you can see, Garrison showed up on 07-08-09...needless to say we are tickled over the coincidence...of course that means there is a bit more pressure on child #2 :)

We at the gallery are so over joyed!

The secret is out! Sea Side Newport Weddings are coming in Augest

2009-07-23T07:23:00.000-07:00

Newport and New England offers dozens of wedding venues that have a seaside view. This show will feature a real sand castle centerpiece by award winning team Steve Topazio and Dick Huggins of SANDTASIA. Beach side wedding cakes from Sin Cakes. Also 1st Impressions Invitations, R.I. Rentals,and A Newport Affaire will collaborate on this “By the Sea” tabletop at the Newport Wedding Gallery

The show will run August 1st thru August 30,2009
Open on Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 to 6:00

Coming in August On the Tiffany Wall Photographer Dona Caster

2009-07-23T06:51:00.000-07:00

Donna Caster is a Rhode Island based photographer who brings her unique and artistic approach to wedding photography. When capturing weddings, she strives for innovation, combining photojournalism, fine art, and portrait photography while working closely with her clients to realize their visions. , Donna meets the highest standards and her impeccable attention to detail results in more than just the standard shots.

The show will run August 1st thru Augest 30,2009
Open on Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 to 6:00
www.castercreations.com

Congratulations to Sofie!

2009-07-23T04:43:00.000-07:00

Sofie and her family stopped by The Newport Wedding Gallery last week. We are proud to say that she received the highest grade in her class. Her career topic was wedding planning of course! We look forward to reading about you and your brides in the near future!

P.S. I hope you enjoy, What would Jackie do?
It was so lovely to meet you.

Nautical Invitations from the Gallerys Collections

2009-07-20T05:29:00.000-07:00

Kate's Sail boat and New port Bridge Invitation
KatlemDesign.com
Katlem Design

Robert's Iconic newport wedding Invitation he did for me last year!
Goosefish Press
GoosefishPress.com

More Nautical Weddings Highlights from Rhode Island Rentalss

2009-07-20T05:22:00.000-07:00

These napkins from RI Rentals were so cute I had to create another table for this show!
www.RIRentals.com

Seashell Wedding Cake from Sin Cakes!
www.eatwicked.com

Nautical Weddings

2009-07-20T05:09:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Cape Lettering Arts Former Chief White House Calligrapher, Rick Paulus for being a table top sponsor.
www.capeletteringarts.com

Rentals By R.I. Rentals www.rirentals.com

What really goes in to go making a Newport Wedding Cake?

2009-07-19T05:00:00.000-07:00

See the rest of the series @ www.YourNewportWedding.com

Ten good reasons to have a Small Wedding In Newport RI

2009-07-16T17:19:00.000-07:00

1.You get to celebrate one of the most joyful day of your life surrounded by people who love you.

2. No stage fright! You will feel more relaxed and in control o because you’ll be with friends and family,

3. No wedding debt. You can save thousands of dollars by having an intimate wedding,

4. You now can splurge. Some couples choose a small guest list not necessarily because their budgets are small, but because they can now use more luxurious wedding vendors and have a truly lavish wedding.

5. You have more unique options when choosing a venue. Since you won’t need a large traditional venue to accommodate your guests,

6. You will have more freedom to customize your wedding to your own tastes that will be a reflection of the two of you, not the banquet facility's.

7. You get to spend time with your guests. When the guest list is small, the bride and groom can spend time with each of their guests, making them feel welcome.

8. You can get your guests involved. A small wedding will give you the opportunity to get your loved ones involved in activitys on your special day and week end.

9. You can have a wedding in Newport that people will remember.
Because your wedding won’t be typical - the kind your guests have been to over and over again – your wedding is more likely to be remembered as a very special day.

Nancy Swiezy
A Newport Affaire.com
John and kelly were my first small wedding !

An invitation to meet Photographer Kristin Griffin

2009-07-16T10:47:00.000-07:00

Ten years ago, she embarked on a career as a professional photographer and educator. Attending the University of Notre Dame for undergraduate work in studio art and Rochester Institute of Technology for an MFA in imaging arts/photography . This gave her the skills to successfully capture unique images in a variety of lighting situations. Thoroughly versed in both film and digital techniques, she went on to teach black and white, digital, alternative process and studio photography at the high school, university and adult education levels in the Boston area. It would be her honor and pleasure to witness and record your special day. With an eye for detail, she looks for both the planned events and the unintentional, quiet moments that make your wedding unique.
www.kristingriffinphotography.com

The boys are going wear Blue Jeans at your Wedding?

2009-07-16T05:57:00.001-07:00

Well Corey and Geoff certainly pulled this one off with style and charm!

To see more of their wedding go to Brian Phillips Blog
http://www.brianphillips.net
Jolly good show, old chaps!

Is your Wedding looking like every one elses?

2009-07-14T11:18:00.000-07:00

"Come on ...All of us are using that Photographer, Florist, Band and Videographer!"

Do you give in and go with them or find a vendor that really speaks to you?

As your planning your wedding you'll be faced with decisions that will last you a lifetime. Choosing a vender in your price range can be hard enough, but when friends and other venders get involved pressuring you it can be even harder.

Many friends just want to recreate or change the wedding day they had.

While venders who try to influence you to use a “friend” some times have a monetary incentive to do so.

I have heard of a group of venders that call them self’s

“The Dream Team” But who's dream is it ? elses?

If you want your wedding to look like every one else’s... then that may be the right choice for you.

At The Newport Wedding Galey there are over 100 venders that showcase their work with no referal fees passed on to the managment.

BUZZ ....Imagine getting every ones photos from your wedding at the end of the night?...

2009-07-13T10:05:00.000-07:00

All your guests need to do is insert their digital cameras memory card in to the Canditto and it will automatically copy the photos they’ve taken at your wedding!
At the end of your celebration, remove the two identical thumb drives.
Keep one for yourself and keep the other as a backup, or an instant gift to your new in-laws!

Don't worry for Uncle Harry's fishing trip won't show up.... Only photos taken the last 8 Hours will!

Send Canditto back in the same shipping container. Canditto includes prepaid postage and mailing labels to make it easy and free.

You can Rent Canditto For $450.00 .
A Gift for you!
If you use you The Newport Wedding Gallery's Code 310284056.
They will give you a $50 discount
The Newport Wedding Gallery can set up a Canditto Station at your Wedding to make sure no one leaves with out checking in their digital cameras memory card for additional $100.
http://www.canditto.com http://www.canditto.com

This s a great substitute for a disposable camera.
But remember Uncle Harry isn't a professional photographer!

Its Hydrangea Season In Newport!

2009-07-10T04:49:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Karen and Matt from Check The Florist.
They sent us some beautiful Hydrangeas for the Gallery!
www.checktheflorist.com

Welcome David and Michelle Kamerman of Ever True Studios

2009-07-09T14:23:00.000-07:00

Ever True Studios features the photography of David and Michelle Kamerman; a husband and wife team whose talents and artistic vision merge to create a unique documentation of your wedding day.
David, also a staff photographer for The Boston Globe, has photographed a variety of newsworthy events from major league sports to Heads of State. His travels have taken him to South America, Asia and Iraq, where he was embedded with the U.S. Army.
Michelle has photographed a large variety of weddings all over New England; from the beaches of Cape Cod to the White Mountains. Whether you are planning an elaborate affair or an intimate gathering, she has the experience and expertise to compliment your wedding.
We love shooting weddings and consider it an honor to be entrusted with such an important aspect of your day. Together we combine photojournalism, contemporary fashion and classic fine art elements to forever capture your true story.
http://www.evertruestudios.com

"Ready About!" "Hard a Lee!"

2009-07-08T04:35:00.000-07:00

Hull Grenier Studios www.hullgrenier.com

A Sailors cake for me!

2009-07-08T04:18:00.001-07:00

Thanks Karen for lending us these photos!
www.newportcakes.com

Meet Photographer Sara Zarrella

2009-07-08T04:13:00.000-07:00

Sara Zarrella has always been completely fascinated by the stories people have to tell. She has had the opportunity to completely immerse herself in her love for the art of photojournalism storytelling throughout her educational career. After graduating, Northeastern University Magna Cum Laude, she continued her studies at the Rhode Island School of Design, the New England School of Photography, and abroad in Florence Italy at the Studio Art Center International. These experiences cultivated her with a defined skill set. With her degrees in photography and graphic design in hand; she decided to head to the big apple; the city that never sleeps with a million stories just waiting to be told. She began working at InStyle magazine as a photo editor in Manhattan, exposing her to the glamorous life of fashion shows, singers, actors, and models that buzzed about the dynamic city. In 2003, she returned to her roots in East Greenwich, Rhode Island where she now owns and operates Sara Zarrella Photography, LLC.
www.sarazarrella.com

BUZZ... Frank Barbosa of Salon Frank Antonio will be Sarah Jessica Parker's personal hair dresser for Sex And The City 2

2009-07-04T04:21:00.000-07:00

Frank Barbosa - Master Stylist & Master Colorist of Frank Barbosa - Master Stylist & Master Colorist of Frank Antonio in Newport R.I. will be Sarah Jessica Parker's personal hair dresser for the movie Sex And The City 2.
"I will be heading up the department as well as taking care of the supporting cast members." said Frank Barbosa. Frank will be going to Dubai in November to shoot with the cast. He told me that there will be another big wedding in this movie.

Yahoo! Who's getting married ?

is it Carrie... again, or may be it will be Samantha.

What will the girls be wearing in this Tale Of Two Citys?

Of course Frank wont tell.. and to tell you the truth,

I don't want to know. Why ruin a great night out with the girls!

To have your oun Sex and the City experiance in Newport visit Salon Frank Antonio on 22 Bellevue Avenue
http://www.frankantoniohairandmakeup.com

Come nest with a cake by Regan Stacey

2009-07-02T17:54:00.000-07:00

A New Pair has joined the gallery with a message of Love, Peace and Happiness!
Cake By Regan Stacey Cakes
http://www.reganstaceycakes.com

An Angel By Her Side

2009-07-02T17:45:00.000-07:00

Cathy Colbert designed this invitation for a bride who will be marring a "Angel”. Mr Angel that is!
To play up on that, she designed angel wings and added a beautiful poem about them.
The brides colors were brown and baby pink. So she used different metallic pink papers against a dark, luscious brown to really make the elements pop. Then she placed the formal invitation on a bed of sparkling white tissue paper and feathers,
Heavenly don't you think! www.1stimpressionsinvitations.com

Welcome Former Chief White House Calligrapher Rick Paulus of Cape Lettering Arts

2009-07-02T14:23:00.000-07:00

Want your wedding to have the same prestige as a presidential event? Rely on Cape Lettering Arts for your invitation needs. Former Chief White House Calligrapher, Rick Paulus, provides the lettering to go along with a wedding fit for the society pages. Being Commander in Chief of your wedding is hard enough, entrust your invitations, menus, place cards, programs, and even wine labels to Cape Lettering Arts for the utmost attention to detail.
www.capeletteringarts.com

Meet and Great Photography David Dadekian on July 10 in the Galley

2009-07-01T15:40:00.000-07:00

Join David Dadekian on July 10 for a artist reception 5:00 to 8:00 pm
On July 10 2009.
And yes daughter Brigitte came to help us hang the show!

www.dadekianphoto.com

Thanks to Amanda Elizabeth Jewelry

2009-07-01T15:24:00.000-07:00

We had a great trunk show with Amanda Elizabeth Olsen. Her silver boutonnteres and bridal jewlery were a big hit! But don't worry we will have a few samples of the collection in the gallery this summer if you would like to see her work first hand. To see the complete collection visit http://www.amanda-elizabeth.com

HOT SHOT by Priscilla Wannamaker

2009-07-01T07:09:00.000-07:00

To celebrate Nautical Weddings Priscilla Wannamaker sent us this beautiful photo
www.pwannamaker.com

4th of July Hours in The Gallery

2009-06-30T12:47:00.001-07:00

The Gallery wil be open July 3, 4, 5 and 6th from
9:00 to 12:00 and 2:00 to 7:00 Do stop by and say Hi!

The Newport Flower Show

2009-06-26T19:13:00.000-07:00

I went to cover the opening of The Newport Flower show.
This is always a wonderful event~ So many great ideas for weddings and gardens.
Above the charming Philip F. Pelletier Director of Special Events and TEN 31 Productions

Welcome Sandtasia to The Newport Wedding Gallery

2009-06-24T07:23:00.000-07:00

Steve Topazio and Dick Huggins met at the Newport Labor Day AIA Sand Castle contest in 2001 and Sandtasia was born. Each recognizing each others talents, the teaming up and the combination of their creative minds was just the logical thing to do. Steve's sister - Jessica DiCostanzo and Dick's son - Richard Huggins II - joined Sandtasia soon after it was formed
Sandtasia has been entertaining people on Rhode Island beaches and special events ever since. In between, they compete as a team when the opportunity arises and in 2004 won the Crane Sand Blast Master division, which is considered the New England championship. Steve says “If it stays together, we can carve it into anything.”
http://www.sandtasia.com/

Plan the Perfect Picnic with Fine Catering by Russell Morin

2009-06-24T07:01:00.001-07:00

Russel Morin Fine Catering is offering great memu Ideas for picnics! The menus look fantastic and so is the pricing!
The Luau - Charlie's BBQ - Stick To Your Ribs BBQ - Low Country Grill in' - Steak Out - Southwest BBQ - Grill 'em Up Grinda 's
- The Chowda BBQ - The Mixed Grill

Heres the menu and pricing for Gone Clam in'

Steamers with Drawn Butter and Clam Broth
Baked Scrod with Lemon Crumb
Barbecued Chicken with Back Bay Sauce
Savory Broth-steamed Red Bliss Potatoes with
Pearl Onions, Linguica, and Sausage
Buttery Corn on the Cob
Garlic Bread with Melted Cheese
Sundae Bar or Strawberry Shortcake
Ice Cold Lemonade and Flavored Iced Tea
Clear Lucite Disposables

Pricing
50-100 Guests $29.95 per person
101-200 Guests$26.75 per person
201-300 Guests$26.00 per person
301-500 Guests$25.50 per person
1-1/2 lb. Guests Lobster add 18.95 per person
12 oz. Guests Sirloin Steak add 11.95 per person

On the Tiffany Wall Photographer David Dadekian

2009-06-23T10:59:00.000-07:00

For over fifteen years David has taken photographs that tell stories and preserve unique images of people, places and things. He looks for, and capture, moments in time that he knows will never occur quite the same way again.
A graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts for Film & Television and a member of the Professional Photographers of America, his photography is on display in corporate offices, private homes and fine restaurants throughout the United States, and has been exhibited in galleries and museums around New England and the Midwest.
The show will be on July 4th 2009– July 26, 2009 www.dadekianphoto.com

Meet Letterpress and Bookmaker Robert Charlton of Goosefish Press

2009-06-22T11:31:00.000-07:00

Robert Charlton is a graduate of Boston University with a BA in English Literature and holds a Post-Baccalaureate certificate from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. He is an artist member of the Center for Book Arts in New York, and a member of Boston Book Arts and the Letterpress Guild of New England. He has shown work in galleries across the country. He taught printmaking through the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's Adult Learning Program and has been a visiting artist at the Museum School, Massachusetts College of Art, Art Institute of Boston, the University of New Hampshire and Endicott College.
http://www.goosefishpress.com

In The Gallery Our Green Garden Wedding

2009-06-21T16:17:00.000-07:00

Creative Potted Plants by Floral Designer Linda Pierce Of The Earth http://www.oftheearthfloraldesign.com

Hand made mixing bowl centerpiece by Potter Lee Segal of All Fired UP

Table Top , Natural wood chair and Linen By R.I. Rentals wwww.rirental.com

Hand Made recycled paper table numbers, place cards and chair backs by Beatrice Clifford of Pressed Flower Artistry www.pressedflowerartistry.tv

This was a great group effort with a Green results!,
By using local potted plants, regiftable hand made containers, reclyled paper and natural dried Flowers, with reusable local rentals makes this a beautiful green solution for a garden wedding.

HOT SHOT byRobert D. Hagan Photography

2009-06-18T16:06:00.000-07:00

The tux was not optional for this Best Man... I mean Best Dog!!
Robert D. Hagan Photography robertdhagan.com

Custom Cake Toppers

2009-06-18T06:41:00.000-07:00

I found a Artisan that makes the most darling custom cake toppers .
So you and your favorite sailor can grace the top of your cake!
$125 @ The Newport Wedding gallery

TEN 31 Productions seen at Waterfire!

2009-06-18T06:32:00.000-07:00

Check out this collection of TEN31 Productions' characters performing at Providence's Waterfire.
So much fun!
http://www.waterfire.org/season-schedule/2009-waterfire-schedule
www.wemakepretend.com

Were on The Newport Map!

2009-06-17T10:29:00.001-07:00

Look for your Free Copy all around town!
The interactive version is below http://www.resortmaps.com/navigate/map/Newport?page=2

Meet Photographer Kim Bova

2009-06-17T10:07:00.000-07:00

I have always been drawn to nature, people, music and art. Music and photography have always been passions of mine since I was very young. My father, a professional musician and nature photographer, inspired me to explore my creativity in both art forms.

I felt my heart pulled between music and art, but was compelled when choosing a career to pursue music. The piano led me on an incredible journey that earned me a Masters in Piano from the Eastman School of Music. The camera was always by my side throughout all those years of study, performing and teaching. After the birth of my second child, I began to reexamine how I expressed my creativity. As I was photographing my children and everyone else in my life, my passion for photography was rekindled. As a result, I decided to reinvent myself. As I immersed myself in this art, opportunities came my way to shoot weddings, portraits and headshots. I decided that photographing people and their lives was what I loved doing most! I enrolled myself in the photography program at University of Connecticut and made the transition from concert pianist to professional photographer. I love what I do and have never looked back.

http://www.kimbova.com

Can I have a Newport R.I Wedding on a budget?

2009-06-17T05:59:00.000-07:00

A bride came in to the Newport Wedding Gallery last weekend thinking she could not afford to get married here.

She asked

"Can I have a Newport R.I. wedding on a budget?"

Yes!

Says Event Planner Nancy Swiezy od A New York -Newport Affaire.

I have worked with society families and New York struggling actors. And the key to success is less is more, quality over quantity, a shorter guest list and booking your wedding off season. Even the time of day can make a big difference in stretching your budget.

We have some wonderful wedding solutions in Newport RI with a rental fees under $4000. And that is in high season with a water view! Be willing to do some of the vender’s jobs your self, as long as it can be done a head of time.

Ironically, with the smaller guest lists, Im seeing more luxurieous wedding venders being hired. You can have that hand made crystal incrusted invitation when your only buying 25 to 50 if them!

So keep a open and flexible mind to who, what, when,and were for your wedding will be held!

The Brides Cake, The Grooms Cake , and now a Dogs Cake!!

2009-06-16T06:05:00.000-07:00

Karen Benjamin of Creative Cake Company

Has launch new division of Barkday cakes called;

Creative Cake Company...for Dogs!

Wag Nation hosted a Sunset Barkday Birthday Party last night at the Canfield House.

For $40 these cakes can serve eight - ten of your closest canine friends and even a human or two!

These all natural, sugarless, vegetarian Barkday Cakes, that actually tasted pretty good.

And yes I did sample them! The Potato and cream cheese frosting tops whole wheat or carrot cake flavors.
They come in His (blue) or hers (pink) paw prints, graced upon the side of the cake.
the cakes are available exclusively through wag-nation www.wag-nation.com

www.newportcakes.com

Come Meet Amanda-Elizabeth In The gallery this weekend

2009-06-15T08:57:00.000-07:00

Amanda Elizabeth Jewelry offers something sparkly for the groom on his wedding day. The artist makes flower-shaped boutonnieres in silver, copper or gold. Designs include carnations, thistles and oak leaves. After the wedding, the memento can be displayed in a shadow box.

www.amanda-elizabeth.com
June 27th 2008
3:00 tp 7:00 in The Gallery

Jen Gilbert's Bachlerette Party stopped by the Gallery this week end!

2009-06-15T08:41:00.000-07:00

Thanks for stopping by!

Real Bel Mar Wedding By Lori De Santis

2009-06-15T04:55:00.000-07:00

Lorei De Santos is worked in the indistry for over 20 years she truly knows how to cpatyr the emotion of a wedding The joy, love and endearing bliss off the couple and their guests. Take a look at this slide show of Rebbeca and Deans Wedding at Bel Mar.
http://www.loridesantis.com/slideshows/Glashow-Schaffer/
Lori DeSantis Photography
www.loridesantis.com

A Italian Newport Welcome Dinner

2009-06-13T05:39:00.000-07:00

Jennifer and Steven came to me in search of the perfect location for their welcome dinner. Some thing to complement the Castle Hill wedding they were planning. So a gourmet Italian take out store turned in to a causal Sicilian get together in Newport last night!

P.S. A Green Idea. We doubled dipped and used the Chianti bottles for decor and sangria!

Event by www.anewportaffaire.com

An engaging day with BRIAN PHILLIPS Photography

2009-06-11T13:21:00.000-07:00

Maria Panaggio-Phillips sent me the most darling engagement shoot called "She Said YES!".

"We encourage all couples we work with to do an engagement session. This allows for us to get to know them and their personalities a little more. It is also a great opportunity for the couple to get comfortable with us in front of the camera before the big day." said Maria and I so agree!
www.brianphillipsphoto.com

Real Newport Weddings by Alexanda Mamauck

2009-06-10T14:48:00.000-07:00

A Great American Bake Sale

2009-06-10T14:38:00.000-07:00

Some thing fun to do!
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. One Bellevue’s Executive Chef Kevin Thiele and Hotel Viking will be hosting a Great American Bake Sale in the hotel’s courtyard. The event is open to the public and all proceeds are being donated to the Rhode Island chapter of Share Our Strength, a private, nonprofit organization leading the fight against hunger and poverty by inspiring and organizing individuals and businesses to fight hunger at home and around the globe.

Hotel Viking
1 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
401-848-4848

Welcome Aurora Photography

2009-06-10T14:02:00.000-07:00

I love people, I really always have. I love to watch people around me enjoying the special moments of their lives. Long before there was a camera in my hand my mind was recording these beautiful memories, these interactions. A smile, a thoughtful glance, the expressions we make when we are just being ourselves, those are really the moments when we are our most beautiful. When the person inside really shines through, that is the picture that drives me. I want to take a picture of you that is real and will make someone smile 20 years from now when they look at it because I captured your personality.
I would love to include you in my journey, to take pictures of you and your loved ones that will make you smile for years to come.

* Member of the Professional Photographers Association
* Affiliated Photographer with the Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep program.
* Affiliated Photographer with the American Child Photographers Charity Guild
* Member of Canon Professional Services

http://aurora-photography.net

Join Pastry Chef Karen Benjamin for a Meet and Greet in the Gallery

2009-05-31T16:51:00.000-07:00

Chef Karen Benjamin will be in the Gallery on June 6th 2009 11:00 to 5:00 for a meet and greet.
She will be avaible to answer any wedding cake questions ...you were always afraid to ask!
www.newportcakes.com

Announcement.... First Dance Cards will change its name to 1st Impressions Invitations

2009-05-31T16:31:00.000-07:00

Cathy Colbert had too many potential brides calling about "dance lessons" and every time she introduced herself she had to explain that she did not teach dance, but actually did custom invitations...so, the name has been changed.

Cathy Colbert for
1st Impressions Invitations
702 290 6805
www.1stimpressionsinvitations.com

On The Tiffany Blue Wall... Don Jagoe of Newport Image

2009-05-30T07:05:00.000-07:00

Come meet The artist Don Jagoe of Newport Image on Sunday June 7th From 3 to 6pm in the Gallery. His show will run on the weekends June 6th- june 28th 2009 http://www.newportimage.com

Meet Photographer Priscilla Wannamaker

2009-05-29T14:42:00.000-07:00

Recognized as one of the country’s top ten photographers, Priscilla Wannamaker’s work is legendary. Her passion for the art of photography and for telling a story with images places her in the highest demand by people who are planning the sophisticated and creative wedding. Priscilla is available for travel worldwide. www.pwannamaker.com

Honey... don't forget to invite the Lobsters and the Clams!

2009-05-27T09:49:00.000-07:00

My old friend Nathalie Wechsler sent me her New England Clam bake line.
They are 5x7 which can run through most laser and inkjet printers.
To print it your self its $1.25 a card or we can print for you $3.25 a card.
Perfect for a save the date or a clam bake-boil!
The Newport Wedding Gallery

Meet Mari O'Conner Hair, Make up and Valet Services

2009-05-27T07:09:00.000-07:00

For over 20 years Mari has personally provided make-up,hair styling and valet apparel services for weddings,special events,film and TV. As a10 year veteran at CHANEL in NYC she honed her craft. On your wedding day she will come to your event and help you and your wedding party. Her presence is reassuring, patient and creative during what can often be a stressful moment. Her styling is classic and timeless. Mari is a resident of Jamestown RI and NYC
212-674-2778
mario@nyc.rr.com

Green Garden Weddings Coming in JUNE

2009-05-26T05:59:00.000-07:00

“Green Garden Weddings”
Garden weddings are as important to Newport as a weddings held in our historic mansions. The creative talents of floral designer Linda Pierce from Of The Earth, http://www.oftheearthfloraldesign.com
Potter Lee Segal of All Fired UP,
Briana Hill of R.I. Rentals www.rirentals.com
Beatrice Clifford of Pressed Flower Artistry www.pressedflowerartistry.tv
will collaborate a green tabletop wedding table
In the Newport Wedding Gallery
June 6th – June 28th 200
Open Saturdays and Sundays
11:00 to 5:00 or by appointment
Website www,thenewportweddinggallery.com
Blog www,thenewportweddinggallery.blogspot.com

HOT SHOT by Alexandria Mauck

2009-05-24T07:17:00.001-07:00

A cool cake shot by Alexandria Mauck
www.alexandriamauck.com

What's in Store... Cheryl Richards!

2009-05-23T06:13:00.000-07:00

Check out Cheryl Richards on Whats is Store On WBZTV.com
A great retrospect on her wedding and fine art work.
Take a look at it here:
http://wbztv.com/lifestyle/whatsinstore
Or see it live on SUNDAY, May 24 AT 11AM ON WBZ-TV (Channel 4)

HOT SHOT by Lori DeSantis

2009-05-22T09:02:00.000-07:00

The ultimate wedding planning bag coming to The Newport Wedding Gallery!

2009-05-22T08:04:00.001-07:00

This is the perfect desk-on-the-go for brides, or anyone that has a client or project-based lifestyle. The bag puts a feminine modern twist on the more masculine briefcase by providing special places for everything a woman needs, as well as a chic exterior that appeals to a woman's aesthetics. When unzipped, the bag lays completely flat, creating an instant workspace. On the left is a fully equipped tool station featuring an assortment of storage and planning tools—pens, pen loops, highlighters, scissors, a stapler, a tape measure, a 3 ring hole punch, a calculator and Post-its™. Directly behind the tool station is a large accordion-style pocket for storing file folders or magazines. The interior spine has three 2″metal binders with 15 dividers with customizable tabs for labeling the sections, business card holders and plastic CD/DVD holders. Behind the divider section on the right interior of the bag, there is a fitted area for a pre-punched letter-sized pad of paper for note taking. And for ladies who want their laptops nearby, there is a padded section in the back of the bag for secure storage, which doubles as a “catch all” if they choose to leave their computer at home. The front of the bag hosts a large pocket that unzips for storing additional necessities.
Priced at $189.00, is made of a durable black micro-fiber with animal-friendly black patent leather accents in white and black. A Croc version is available at $229.00, as well as an orange canvas version with brown croc trim priced at $209.00.
www.Thenewportweddinggallery.com

Welcome Brian and Maria of Brian Phillips Photography

2009-05-15T15:11:00.000-07:00

As one of the leading documentary-style wedding photography teams in New England, Brian and Maria regularly photograph weddings across the region and beyond – traveling to locations such as Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. They are frequently tapped by Grace Ormonde Wedding Style magazine to shoot everything from New York Bridal Markets to Fashion Week. In 2008, their work landed them a spot on the cover and put them in the company of the industry’s most elite wedding photographers. The team was awarded Best of Boston® in 2008 for “Best Wedding Photography” by Boston magazine and has placed among the top 15 wedding photographers in the world in one of the Wedding Photojournalist Associations’ annual photography competitions. www.brianphillipsphoto.com

The Boat Show is in town!

2009-05-15T07:41:00.000-07:00

The Newport Spring Boat Show
The largest in-water spring boat show in New England is a showcase of brokerage and new boat specials, both power and sail. Buy at the show and be on the water for the summer season. A variety of makes and models from 16ft- 65 ft. Over 100 vendors with marine equipment, services and accessories round out the Newport Spring Boat Show. May 15 - May 17: 10am-6pm and Sunday, 10am-5pm. www.newportboatshow.com

Meet Brian Halay of Halay McGuiness Photography

2009-05-15T07:35:00.000-07:00

Bryan Halay brings his many years of experience in photography to each wedding, and incredible energy and fun for creating stunning images. Weddings are a blast. To be passionate about photography is not enough... a photographer also needs to have fun and get to know everyone. With his fusion of classical and photojournastic style, Bryan seeks out those special moments that are so important and often missed. And if things start getting chaotic, those moments get caught as well. Bryan has attended the New Egland School Of Photography,and is a member of PPANE (Profesional Photographers Association Of New England) www.halaymcguiness.com

A Fan Club Member

2009-05-11T03:56:00.000-07:00

Brianna Hill is a forth generation special event professional at Rhode Island Rental. As a young girl she grew up reading Grace Ormond’s Wedding Magazines. So it was a great honor for her to meet this bridal publishing Icon. I remember Graces original wedding books; they had more of a British feel to them. Always beautify published. Grace told Brianna a story how her grandfather became one of her first trade show sponsors with a simple handshake. It was a lovely evening for all.
www.weddingstylemagazine.com
www.RIRental.com

Lilly Pulitzer Weddings...Newport Florial Designers get their Lilly on!

2009-05-07T06:34:00.000-07:00

Here are four New England Designers showing their voice to a American Classic Lilly Pulitzer.
Stone blossom Floral went very preppy with Grosgrain Ribbon
Of The Earth created Lilly in a New England Garden
Golden Gate Studio did a modern take on the Palm Beach Classic
Rays Flower Shop showed a contemporary style using the classic Lilly colors and elements.

Lilly Pulitzer Weddings... The Ingredients for a colorful wedding

2009-05-06T19:44:00.000-07:00

The Ingredients for a fabulous Lilly Table top Started with R.I.Rentals.

We used raspberry linen was our base line, Lime green, pinks striped and Light pink checked napkins created the patch worked effect Lilly is known for. Modern Square Plates and seashell flatware brought in that Palm Beach influence .

These were the products we used from The Lilly Pulitzer Party line,

Lilly's Mugs were used for favors and coffee service $15 a mug
Paper shopping bags were used for Welcome Bags $6 each
The umbrellas were inhanced in to place cards $7 for 8
Wrapping paper was used on the bride and groom sign $7 a roll
The place cards were used on the trays as menu cards $6 for a set of 8
#3 Table Number was a Lilly frame $19

All products can be special ordered at The Newport Wedding Gallery

The Lilly Pulitzer Wedding was a great collaboration of three great New England Company’s
Custom inhancement by Limoncellostyle www.Limoncellostyle.com
Rentals By R.I. Rentals www.rirentals.com
Art Direction By A Newport Affaire www.anewportaffaire.com

Lilly Pulitzer Weddings... The Water Lilly Napkin Unfolds

2009-05-06T19:14:00.000-07:00

When Briana Hill stopped by to drop off the rentals for the event, she had a great idea for the napkin fold.

The Water Lilly Of course ....I thought that's very old school.... But then so is Lilly!

Here's how to do it:

1. Fold corners of napkin into center and press flat.
2. Repeat.
3. Holding center points together, turn napkin over.
4. Fold four corners into center again, but do not press.
5. Holding the center firmly, partly pull out the previous folds from under each corner and gently pull upwards to make petals.
6. Pull out corners from underneath petals to form leaves.

www.rirental.com

Lilly Pulitzer Weddings... Not just any Wedding Cake will do...But Two with a Hot Pink Bows too!

2009-05-06T18:58:00.001-07:00

Round Cake by Regan Stacy Cakes www.reganstacey.com
Square printed wedding cake by The Creative Cake Company www.newportcakes.com

Lilly Pulitzer Weddings...Cocktails, Lilly Style

2009-05-06T18:31:00.000-07:00

I would like to give great thanks to Russ at Fine Catering by Russell Morin for the delicious Lilly inspired cuisine!
Chicken Veronique on a strawberry, was very clever. Salmon crepes with lemon, Fab! And Shrimp On a pin wheel with cucumber, simply refreshing.hey had big bold favors perfect for to nights event.
I think Lilly herself would approve these color coordinated nibbles for a hot summer day.
And the pink lemon aid with fresh mint and lime slices…. can we say more!
Thanks Russ
www.morins.com

Cheryl Richards Cover Girls

2009-05-06T18:02:00.000-07:00

It was a great joy to spend time celebrating with Cheryl Richards and Grace Ormonde tonight. Cheryl is showcasing eight covers she has done for Grace. There was some wonderful reminiscing about the models and the photo shoots. Many took place right here in Newport. I’m so proud to have one of my weddings graced apron the pages of her magazine in 2006.
But tonight is for Cheryl, a wonderful mother, photographer and New Englander!

The show will run till June 7th 2009

www.cheralrichards.com
www.weddingstylemagazine.com

Our first HOT SHOT... by Teri Lowery

2009-05-04T10:31:00.001-07:00

Teri was asked to do a editorial spread for
Ines Del Mar Wedding Magazine .
When the TV show Get Married got wind about it, they had to come down to film her do the shoot!

But we get the first peak!

www.flashesphotography.com

Look for A Newport Affaire in The Indian Express

2009-05-04T10:22:00.001-07:00

Koyel Chatterjee of The Indian Express wrote a great story about how the Recession is affecting the wedding industry.
Thanks for including us in your story Koyel.
www.indianexpress.com

Newport Tents Special Event Showcase at the Marble House

2009-04-30T17:54:00.001-07:00

The Marble House had a gathering last night for Newport's special event professionals. Here are some shots of our gallery members out and about networking.
1. The Host for the evening Bill Corcoran of Newport Tent, Nicholas Daeppen and Conney of 41 North.
2. Beautiful flowers displayed at the show
3. Jay and Melissa of Golden Gate Studios
4. Jennifer O’Neil of Katlem Design and Invitations.
5. Chef Karen Benjamin of The Creative Cake Company
6. Cheryl Richards Photography
7. Allie Hall from Fine Catering by Russell Morin
8. Morin's Chefs working hard

Real Weddings By Robert D. Hagan Photography

2009-04-29T06:31:00.000-07:00

Robert D. Hagan Photography www.weddingri.com

Passport to LOVE

2009-04-28T15:07:00.000-07:00

This could be a perfect invitation for the destination wedding!
The passport invitation from First Dance Cards includes everything you need your wedding guests to know., from flight, information to hotel, accommodations ,to tentative itineraries, Your guests will have every question answered! The cost of this particular invitation runs around $7 to $8 a piece, depending upon complexity of the interior information. Matching Thank you cards and Save-the-dates can be added as well. Samples can be found at The Newport Wedding Gallery in May.
http://www.firstdancecards.com

Meet Photographer Lori DeSantis

2009-04-28T11:52:00.000-07:00

I love the tradition of ceremony, and the countless ways people choose to express their love and commitment. As a wedding photojournalist, my approach is unobtrusive, I tell each story through documentary style photography and a sensibility derived from the people, location, and spirit of the event. With a BFA in Fine Art Photography and over twenty years of experience as a professional photographer, I bring technical expertise and an artistic vision to all my work. I capture the uniquely personal moments as expressions of the day and bring them together in a custom designed photo album, which can be enjoyed for years to come.

Lori DeSantis Photography
www.loridesantis.com

Is there such thing as a Perfect $$$ Bag

2009-04-28T10:55:00.000-07:00

Talking about money can be considered some what vulgar in certain social circles. So what’s a bride to do when her guests start showering her with envelopes ?
I advised one bride to have on hand a small Tiffany bag. This way it looked like some one simple gave her a gift. You could have a small tote bag made out of the fabric from your gown. Or for a garden wedding I'm suggesting my next bride to use a small Nantucket Basket.
Presentation boxes or displays for the checks?
Its just never done at society weddings.
A reprint from www.NewportWeddings.blogspot.com

Genevieve de Manio Photography has joined the Gallery

2009-04-28T09:54:00.000-07:00

Genevieve de Manio known as Gigi to her friends, offers fine art, photojournalistic wedding photography, focusing on the natural moments to tell the story of your day. Images are captured in both black and white and color and are taken in an unobtrusive style. All albums are handmade and custom covered in a variety of beautiful materials. She was voted Best of Boston in 1999.
http://www.genevievedemanio.com

On The Tiffany Blue Wall... Cheryl Richards "Cover Girls"

2009-04-27T07:19:00.000-07:00

As one of New England's most sought after photographers, Cheryl Richards captures on film the excitement of a wedding with an unobtrusive, sensitive approach. Renowned for her distinctive journalistic style, Cheryl creates a timeless collection of natural, spontaneous moments of the wedding
day with an understated elegance. Photographing weddings has also opened many doors for Cheryl, from shooting celebrities to meeting wedding connoisseurs Martha Stewart and Colin Cowie. Awarded "Best of Boston" from Boston Magazine, they quoted her the "pros pro." She worthy of the term "Fine Art Photographer.

Join us to celebrate her work in "Cover Girls" May 8th - May 28th 2009

http://www.cherylrichards.com

Real Weddings by Hull Grenier Studios

2009-04-26T14:39:00.001-07:00

Cristina Waid & Christopher Jones April 2009 The Aldrich Mansion
Photos By Hull Grenier Studios www.hullgrenier.com
Flowers By Golden Gate Studios www.goldengatestudio.com