Paul Johnson Photography Blog

Allie & Mark - June 11th - Carillon Beach, FL

Administrator — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:59:22 +0000

The Le Mistral is Allie’s home away from home. She and her family have vacationed there all of her life. This made Carillon Beach the perfect place to create another memorable chapter in her life.

Kendall & Preston - June 4th - Seaside, FL

Administrator — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:13:55 +0000

Paul and I had the amazing opportunity to be with Kendall and Preston’s family and friends for the whole wedding weekend. We started with a welcoming party at the beautiful home of Kendall’s family in Seaside.

While the grownups enjoyed each others company the kids got to hang out in the game room and theater. This was way cool!

The next day, we were at Bentley’s on the Bay for the rehearsal dinner.

The wedding ceremony was in the Seaside Chapel. Keely Thorne Events was outstanding helping Kendall plan for this unforgettable wedding.

Florals by the Sea provided truly breathtaking florals, among too many other great details to list!

The wedding reception was at Watercolor Inn and Resort. The cocktail hour was on the beach. The guests then moved to The Inn Green for dinner, then inside for more dancing.

Diana & Nick - May 28th - Watersound, FL

Administrator — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:38:58 +0000

Diana and Nick were so much fun from the start! We photographed their engagement session last year and were counting down the days to their wedding. It’s A Shore Thing pulled it all together with the help of Townsend Catering and Nouveau Flowers.

Immediately after the ceremony, Nick surprised Diana with a matching wedding band.

Another surprise for Diana was this ice sculpture.

Edith & Chad - May 21st - Darrow, LA

Administrator — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:54:50 +0000

Edith and Chad were married at the historic Houmas House on the Mississippi River. She was gorgeous in her Enzoani Gown and Lazaro sash.

The gentleman spent time in the Turtle Bar for drinks and played a game of pool before the ceremony began.

The bell was rang just before Edith walked down the aisle to signify the wedding was about to begin.

A New Orleans Jazz Band played at the reception, they were amazing!

Just on the other side of the get away car is the river’s levee. Paul and I were amazed at how high the river was, tree tops were barely peaking out. The river was expected to crest the very weekend of the wedding. Fortunately, the levee held!

Amanda & Brent - May 14th - Tallahassee, FL

Administrator — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 21:54:38 +0000

Amanda and Brent were married at the beautiful Southwood Plantation. Amanda wanted to have an heirloom theme throughout her day, so she used many items from weddings that have taken place throughout her family’s history. She wore her mother’s veil, used the flower girl basket from her mother in law’s wedding, and all the silver was borrowed from her mother in law and a close family friend. She also arranged to have her grandmothers seated to the song played at her grandmother’s wedding, Some Enchanted Evening. In the foyer of the mansion, she displayed generational wedding photographs, I loved these! The very week of the wedding, Amanda and her father strung the cafe lights you see in the reception photograph. What an amazing memory for them! You did an outstanding job, Amanda, I wish you and Brent the very best!

Amelia & Rodrick - May 8th - Carillon Beach, FL

Administrator — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 20:32:26 +0000

Amelia and Rodrick were married on a beautiful Sunday afternoon with their close family at their side. It’s not uncommon for a groom to see the bride’s dress for the first time as she walks down the aisle, but in this case, Rodrick selected his attire and completely surprised Amelia! I think they both looked stunning.

The most memorable moment was when Amelia realized no one had Rodrick’s ring. Her brother quickly ran to their beach house to grab the ring, in record time!

Melissa & Brian - May 7th - Rosemary Beach, FL

Administrator — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 21:22:03 +0000

Melissa and Brian’s wedding ceremony was on the Western Green under an open air tent complete with chandeliers and sheers that blew in the breeze. Melissa’s gown is Cymbeline. It’s layers were mimicked perfectly, by Confections on the Coast, on the wedding cake. Events by Nouveau, Townsend Catering along with It’s A Shore Thing made this a great day to remember. Congratulations Melissa and Brian!

Their guests wrote well wishes on note cards that were personalized with the couple’s initial wax seal.

Angie & Brad - May 1st - Carillon Beach, FL

Administrator — Tue, 31 May 2011 20:14:25 +0000

Angie and Brad are our beautiful and talented couple from New York City. Brad’s a musician and Angie is a performer as well. They were married on the beaches at Carillon. Their first dance was crazy amazing and during the reception Angie serenaded Brad with Ella Fitzgerald, At Last. There wasn’t a dry eye there, it was beautiful!

Katie & Clark - April 30th - Watersound, FL

Administrator — Tue, 17 May 2011 17:20:01 +0000

Katie grew up vacationing on Scenic Hwy 30A so it was very fitting to get married at her parent’s home in Watersound, a beautiful coastal community. Her wedding gown was designed by Vera Wang and her bouquet was wrapped in lace from her mom’s bridal gown. Her tailored made bridesmaids dresses are designed by Lula Kate. Katie’s cake was made by Confections on the Coast to mimic her wedding gown and her cake table linens were made by I Do Linens. Chez Renee provided the adorable vintage rentals that were all around. Florals By The Sea did an amazing job with the event design and flowers, my favorite were the live cherry blossom branches, just beautiful! Stephanie Tate brought everything together with her talented wedding planning team.

Vincent & Vicki - April 16th - Cullman, AL

Administrator — Thu, 12 May 2011 18:32:26 +0000

This is the sweetest, most selfless couple and we were so blessed to share in their wedding day with them. They were married in St. John’s Evangelical Church established in 1874 with their children at their side. They welcomed their closest friends and family to a reception with wonderful food and music then whisked away for a romantic honeymoon for a few weeks. Upon their arrival home, Cullman, Alabama was devastated by an enormous tornado that has changed this little town forever. The historic church they were married in suffered little damage and has become a shelter for those without a home. A fund has been set up for churches and individuals devastated to donate to in order to help in the rebuilding efforts of Cullman. If you would like to help Cullman’s community, checks can be made out to “Ministry to Cullman” P.O. Box 100, Cullman, Alabama 35055. If you would like to contact Rev. Richter please visit the church’s website: www.stjohnscullman.com