Thursday, February 26, 2009

NEWPORT this Week... Bridal Budgeting





While some brides and grooms are tightening their belts in the face of difficult economic times, high-end wedding planners say the industry remains recession-proof

Heres the link to the a article By Jim McGaw

http://www.eastbayri.com/detail/126365.html

Photo by Christine Hochkeppel

Monday, February 23, 2009

Meet The Fine Artist Diane Gay

Diane Gay's loose, fluid paintings have won awards for their creative use of line and color, boldness and originality. She paints in oils and acrylics in a self-taught, spontaneous technique with a variety of subject matter, most notably representations of women-the feminine form in motion and at rest. These charming jewel-like paintings depict the tenderness of women and create an aura of strength in simplicity.
She can capture your wedding day with charm and grace.
Prices range from $1,500 to $6,000 depending on the size of the composition.
www.thenewportweddinggallery.com

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Not your Mothers Petits Fours!

Reagan Stacy dropped off a box of her Petits Fours last week. Simply out standing!
Each one is coated with real chocolate and marked with a dash of color to give you a hit of the burst of favor to come. Yummy!!!
4 piece box ....$7.50 , 8 piece box...$14 , 12 piece box...$20 and 24 piece box...$40

www.reganstacey.com

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Spread The Love

I want to thank the O'Conner clain for hosting my end of first day party at The Newport Wedding Gallery . The gang from Frank Antonio, Karen Benjamin, Dr. Debra Harris and Gina Marie Dedominici stopped by as well to toast the opening day. By using Marg's recycled jam jars. The champagne and cupcakes never tasted better!
And that jam jar....What a great favor idea for a garden wedding.
Thanks All!, Love ya!
Nancy

Friday, February 20, 2009

Meet Photographer Alexandria Mauck

Alexandria graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1984 with a BFA. She started her career out as a freelance photographer in NYC and continues her photography career as a Wedding Photographer in Westport, MA. Alexandria has an easy, good-natured disposition that allows her to blend into the event and capture many of those special candid moments. Working with the clients, Alexandria is attentive to their wishes. Her style is primarily candid with a mix of portraits suited to the personality of the wedding couple and their preferences. Alexandria's work has been published in Southern New England Wedding Guide, Yankee Magazine and Rhode Island Monthly among other periodicals throughout her extended career.

www.alexandriamauck.com

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Meet Caterer Russ Morin

Fine Catering by Russell Morin is a proud part of Morin’s Diners Inc. – a family owned business since 1911. The current generations’ grandfather, J.B. Morin, started the business as a 24 seat diner located in front of a four story jewelry manufacturing company in Attleboro, Massachusetts. The family had to pitch in even then as Mrs. Morin cooked entrees and baked pies at their home 2 blocks away to be brought to the diner fresh daily. The popularity of the diner led to the opening of another in the early 30’s and in the 40’s upon his return from overseas, Ralph R. Morin expanded the diner into off-premise catering. The business continued to grow and Ralph expanded his kitchens through the purchase of a nearby building. The expanded kitchen and the contribution of the current owners, R. Russell Morin and William Morin, made taking control of the food-service at three local country-clubs possible. It was during this time Russell and William developed their passion for the business that led each of them to the Cornell University Hotel School and back to help further and carry on their family’s legacy. www.morins.com

Meet Jay and Melissa Lane of Golden Gate Studios

Golden Gate is owned by husband and wife, Jay and Melissa Lane. Our recent marriage on Labor Day weekend 2003 gave us terrific insights and ideas to offer bridal clients. Together we share a combined 42 years of experience in the wedding and special event floral industry. Jay started working with flowers in 1969. Melissa has been crafting beautiful bridal bouquets and wedding accents for the past 15 years.
www.goldengatestudio.com