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February 23, 2010

  • Northern Michigan Destination Wedding Photographer

    Northern Michigan Destination Wedding Photographer

    When I originally spoke with Nicole and Bradey I knew that this Wedding was going to be special.  They are so linked in the Northern Michigan community with family and friends.  The Wedding Party was going to be HUGE and it was a detail specific Wedding.  I was honored that they chose Paul Retherford Wedding Photography.

    The day of the Northern Michigan Wedding was beautiful!  We were so blessed with how everything turned out.  Nicole was stunning and Bradey was handsome too.  Nicole and Bradey were married at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Alpena, Michigan.  After the Wedding, we were allowed private access to a large antique wooden lodge.  It was incredible.  The Wedding Party rented Mackinaw City Trolley for their transportation.  The Reception was located in Posen, Michigan at the Community Center.

    Nicole’s Flowers were beautiful.  They were a large bunch of Orchids.  Just perfect!  Her dress was so preciously beaded too and reflected the light.  Oh, and the green shoes, loved them!  You would have never guessed that this was a small town Northern Michigan Wedding.

    The Wedding Party had 26 total people included!  It as large but it was just that more fun.  Everyone added their own bit of personality during the Wedding day.  So glad everyone was there, and I thank all the Wedding Party for their positive attitudes during the day.

    If you like what you see please visit my Northern Michigan Wedding Photography website.

    Paul Retherford Wedding Photography | Northern Michigan Weddings and Destination Wedding Photography
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February 14, 2010

December 28, 2009

  • wedding color ~ adding to your wedding theme

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    Bright Wedding Colors on your day

    Bright colors are a wonderful way to add a little spice to your Wedding day.  Consider using bright accent colors or maybe some umbrellas like these paper umbrellas above.  Bright color, when used correctly, can help put everyone present in a better mood.Not all Wedding days have the same weather.  Plan on having some ideas with color in case of a rainy day or stormy weather.  Even wind can put a big brake on the options available for your Wedding Photography.  If rain is in the forecast check out some raincoat, umbrella, or covered locations that would help accent the rainy day.  Rain is not a bad thing if you plan ahead.  In fact, there are fabulous images that you can get including lots of reflection Wedding images.

    Your Wedding Colors and Theme

    Wedding colors are great but research your combinations and visualize how they will look throughout your day and your images.  Remember the colors of nature during your Wedding and try to compliment those colors instead of clashing.  Yes, you can clash with nature’s colors.  Also consider the colors of your transportation.  All your Wedding day colors should blend together.If you love your Wedding colors then consider putting them on your invitation and letting all of your vendors know your colors.  I love to dress in the colors of the Wedding day so that I will blend in with the surroundings.  A lot of Wedding Photographers will dress in black and this will clash and stand out with certain colors.  All your vendors and guests should know what you like so that they have the opportunity to dress according to the colors that you love.

    Plan your colors on your Wedding and there won’t be surprises.

    Cheers!Paul Retherford Wedding Photography

December 23, 2009

  • Northern Michigan Destination Wedding Location

    Lake Michigan Beach Wedding ~ the homestead, harbor lights resort, or michillindi lodge

    lake michigan destination wedding Lake Michigan is one of the most scenic shorelines for having a beach Wedding in Michigan.  The sand dunes and sandy beaches along the Lake Michigan shoreline afford for a beautiful soft Wedding composition.  Having a Wedding that overlooks Lake Michigan can be one of the  most memorable aspects of your Wedding Day.  The images, no matter of the sun, turn out with a nice soft glow.If you are getting married on Lake Michigan and you are looking for a fabulous beach front location or a bluff view of Lake Michigan check out these three picks for your Beach Wedding on Lake Michigan ~ The Homestead, Harbor Lights Resort and Michillindi Lodge.

    Wedding in Northern Michigan along Lake Michigan

    All three of the locations above have reception locations either on premise or within a 5 mile drive.  You can have all of you guests stay right with you at the Michigan resort or lodge for a more personal Wedding experience.  All three locations have salon and floral services close to your Wedding location.   Consider using Paul Retherford Wedding Photography for your Lake Michigan Wedding at Michillindi Lodge, Harbor Lights Resort, and The Homestead in Michigan.

    Lake Michigan Weddings by Michigan Photographer Paul Retherford Wedding Photography

  • mackinac island | northern michigan destination wedding

    Michigan Wedding ~ Destination | Northern Michigan

    mackinac island wedding - mission point resort, grand hotel imageBeautiful Weddings in Northern Michigan at Destination Wedding locations on Mackinac Island, Bay Harbor, Castle Farms and all Northern Michigan Wedding locations by Michigan Photographer Paul Retherford Wedding Photography.

    Northern Michigan ~ your destination Wedding location!

    The options for Northern Michigan Weddings are endless.  You can have a beautiful Wedding on Mackinac Island and ride a horse drawn carriage around the island all while being photographed by Michigan Photographer Paul Retherford.Another option is a beautiful Lake Michigan beach front Wedding at Bay Harbor, Michigan.  Bay Harbor boasts a wonderful venue and fabulous views of Lake Michigan and the surrounding forests.  Everything is on location at Bay Harbor for your convenience.  Have your guests stay right on the premises.Castle Farms is located in Northern Michigan at Charlevoix, Michigan and it is, like it’s name says, a Castle.  The Castle is home to a bunch of Wedding locations and you can cater your event to accommodate a small to large size.  Capture incredible images right on the grounds at Castle Farms.  Your guests can walk from the ceremony to the reception hall.

    Your Northern Michigan Wedding Photographer ~ Paul Retherford Wedding Photography

December 13, 2009