September, 2010

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Ashley & Rich Highlights - Saratoga National

Sunday, September 26th, 2010

Wow! Ashley & Rich’s wedding had it all - a candy bar, an ice cream station, a cigar roller, a photobooth, Dough-boys for a late night snack and a fireworks show. Add in the New York Players and a crazy fun bride and groom and you’ve got one awesome party. And, to top it all off, Ashley got up and sang with the band. Like I said, Wow!

I met up with Ashley and her bridal party at the salon where they were getting ready. They pretty much took over the place in their matching pink sweats and white sweatshirts. In addition to getting her hair and make up done, Ashley had her toenails bedazzled for her “something blue”. From there we headed to Ashley’s parents house so they could get dressed then headed to Saratoga National for the ceremony and reception.

Rich managed to keep it together as Ashley made her way down the aisle to him, however it looks like it took everything he had in him to do so. They had a short but very sweet ceremony which included a non-traditional reading that Ashley picked from “Marley & Me”, then sealed their vows with a kiss. After some quick photos, the newlyweds were introduced and danced their way into the reception where they pretty much stayed on the dance floor for the rest of the night - only taking a break for the fireworks and Dough-boys. At one point, Ashley joined the band for “Everlasting Love” and Rich was front and center for his new wife’s performance enjoying every second of it. As Ashley’s sister Whitney said in her toast - these two were made for each other.

Ashley & Rich - thank you so much for letting us be a part of your day and for all those yummy treats! :)

Once again we got to work with some incredible vendors
Band: New York Players
Flowers: Party with Mia
Hair: Head Games
Make up: Kaitlin from Chanel (she also did Kate & Alex’s wedding)
Photobooth: Saratoga Photobooth
Photographer:Niki Rossi Photography (check out Ashley & Rich’s photos here)
Venue: Saratoga National Golf Course

Here is Ashley & Rich’s highlight video from their September 2010 wedding. Feel free to leave comments for the happy couple.

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Ashley & Rich - Wedding Highlights from Cheryl Lighthall on Vimeo.

Kelly & William - Wedding Highlights

Monday, September 6th, 2010

On Kelly & William’s wedding day, it rained on and off throughout the day - and just when it looked like there was going to be a break, it would start all over again.  All that rain didn’t dampen their spirits though, and when it started raining during their photo shoot away from any real cover, they just put up umbrellas and went with it - smiling the whole time.

Kelly & William were married at St. Patrick’s church in Watervliet, then headed to Saratoga National for their reception.  During the cocktail hour, the photographers, Bruce & Wanda from Imagine Photography & Design, took advantage of every covered area and every break in the rain to get photos of the newlyweds and their bridal party.  After the couple was introduced and danced their first dance, Kelly’s father gave a very touching welcome speech, though he did have to ask her to stop looking at him at one point so he could get through it all.  The best man and maid of honor followed with equally great toasts - evoking both laughter and tears from the bride & groom and guests.  After dinner, DJ Mike Garrasi from Music Man Entertainment cranked up the tunes to get the crowd moving and it was a non-stop party until the end of the night - only pausing a bit when the yummy dessert station opened up. :)

Here is Kelly & William’s highlight video from their August 2010 wedding.  Feel free to leave comments for the happy couple.

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Kelly & William - Wedding Highlights from Cheryl Lighthall on Vimeo.