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Monica and Mike, Reception

While Monica and Mike's reception had a lot of Italian and Latin flavor, this wedding did take place in Texas, and the Texas bbq theme dominated the reception.

You may notice that my shots of the chocolate fountains appear to be improperly white balanced.  This is not the case - that is not chocolate.  Instead, they were flowing with BBQ sauce!  This made for easy dipping, but might've wreaked havoc on those who were hoping for a cocoa topping to their wedding cake!

Enjoy the clip from their reception.

Monica and Mike,many thanks for having us as a part of your celebration.

Cheers!
jones

Ceremony: Marty Leonard Chapel
Reception: Stonegate Mansion
Wedding Coordinator: Shari Johns, As you Wish Events
Photographer: Gary Donihoo, f8Studio
Emcee and lighting: Randal Stout

Monica and Mike, Ceremony

Love love love the location for Monica and Mike's ceremony - the Marty Leonard Chapel in Fort Worth, designed by a disciple of Frank Lloyd Wright.  With the glass walls allowing the chapel to fill with natural light, it's the perfect location for those who want a ceremony that practically decorates itself!

Monica's father sang the Ave Maria, which you hear underlying the ceremony - due to technical difficulties, he went acappella (perfect for an Italian wedding :->), and it couldn't have sounded better.

Check out the super8 shot at the end for their departure - it's the kind of shot that becomes iconic within a families history!

jones

Ceremony: Marty Leonard Chapel
Reception: Stonegate Mansion
Wedding Coordinator: Shari Johns, As you Wish Events
Photographer: Gary Donihoo, f8Studio
Emcee and lighting: Randal Stout

Monica and Mike, Bling and Things

I have been waiting a long time to share with you 3 pieces from Monica and Mike's documentary.  Being artists themselves (graphic designer and an architect - bet you can't guess which one is which), there was a consistent thread of artistry throughout the day.

In this clip, you see it in Mike's pre-ceremony gift to Monica.  He designed the artwork and packaging himself.  What woman wouldn't fall in love with a man that understands the value of an aesthetically pleasing presentation?

Watching this clip again, I am reminded of what a cool, calm, day in laid-back Fort Worth this was...there's just something special about that town.

Got a lot of super8 footage to show ya next week.  Stay tuned.

jones

Ceremony: Marty Leonard Chapel
Reception: Stonegate Mansion
Wedding Coordinator: Shari Johns, As you Wish Events
Photographer: Gary Donihoo, f8Studio
Emcee and lighting: Randal Stout

Somesha and Olivier, Treme

After a fantastic dinner catered by Joel's, Somesha and Olivier's guests were treated to a jazz set by the third brass band of the evening, Treme.

Named for the neighborhood out of which they were conceived, Treme has been a mainstay of the New Orleans music scene for many years with such notables as Kermit Ruffins playing through their ranks.

The guests boogeyed to their hearts' contentment to numerous upbeat jazz renditions, and this filmmaker struggled once again to separate himself from the seductive pull of the dance floor.

Shortly after drummer Lionel Batiste pounded out his last note, the bride and groom escaped into the night unannounced, seeking out more adventure.

Somesha and Olivier, thank you for having me along to document this wonderful experience.  May your worst day in Paris be no less than your best day in New Orleans.

jones

2nd Line: New Wave Brass Band
Photographer: Chris Williams, Zoeica Images
Ceremony: St. Louis Cathedral
Reception: Restaurant Galvez
Catering: Joel's
Reception Entertainment #1: Storyville Stompers
Reception Entertainment #2: Pierre Pichon Trio
Reception Entertainment #3: John Boutte and Leroy Jones
Reception Entertainment #4: Treme Brass Band

Somesha and Olivier, 2nd Line

2nd Line parades are a New Orleans tradition for many occasions, but especially in leading the bride, groom, and their guests from the ceremony to the reception location.  With hankees and umbrellas, the attendees have authority over all vehicle traffic as they dance their way to food, music, and more dancing!!!

Filming the New Wave Brass Band was absolutely electrifying!  Even when working a gig, there is no way to be surrounded by such musical gusto and not dance for a few measures!

jones

2nd Line: New Wave Brass Band
Photographer: Chris Williams, Zoeica Images
Ceremony: St. Louis Cathedral
Reception: Restaurant Galvez
Catering: Joel's
Reception Entertainment #1: Storyville Stompers
Reception Entertainment #2: Pierre Pichon Trio
Reception Entertainment #3: John Boutte and Leroy Jones
Reception Entertainment #4: Treme Brass Band