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Being a wedding photographer, destination weddings are just one of the perks. Much like enjoying the wonderful energy of each wedding, shooting a destination wdding is no different. There’s just more of an adventure there. Just as the couple has the adventure of going somewhere fresh and exciting for their day and they get to turn it into a fun filled time of travels. Being a destination wedding photographer means the same for me. And just because there’s expenses involved for me to get there my stay and more. Don’t think that destination wedding photographers are going to put that all on you. I know that for me, it’s more about the adventure than the price. I generally don’t charge over what I would charge for a normal wedding. Instead, I take it as a fun excursion with a beautiful day placed in the middle. Your day.

Some couples look at destination weddings and think, “no, we couldn’t afford that”… That’s surely where the thoughts need to stop. With the average wedding in a local spot costing $24,000-$28,000.00, a destination wedding doesn’t have to break that mold. As a matter of fact, you can generally pull it off for less. One main reason, less attending. Only those that truly love you will travel for you, meaning the co-workers, clients and more won’t step up. So instead of having 200 guests at $75.00 per person, try 80… Sounds better right. Not to mention being able to offer a bit more and enjoy the company longer and hey, everyone gets a mini vacation….

First off, if you’re bringing 80 guests to a beautiful location, work with the hotel or inn. They want all the business you can bring them and you shouldn’t be paying full price for any of the rooms. Be sure to bring this up with the hotel so that guests can get that discount!!!

Same goes with the flights. Don’t book weekends that are going to cost your guests thousands. Be kind and mention the discounted rates to them. Even for airfare, American Airlines offers discounts for 10 or more of 10% off the published rates! That can save hundreds when combined together.

FAIR WARNING IS CRUCIAL! Those save the date cards, get them out ASAP! Guests will need the time to plan and save. It will be an unexpected vacation but one they will surely enjoy and you will enjoy having them be a part of your day.

Beware of the legal parts of being married in other countries. Some need blood tests or X-rays, some have extra fees, some require permits and more. Don’t let a snag happen upon arrival. PLAN PLAN PLAN…. One of the best ways around that is to hire a professional event planner to be sure all holes are filled before you take off.

Don’t stress… When planning a destination wedding, many of the little things you would deal with in a hometown wedding are out of your control. Even some of the big things. Try to let it go.

And set your watch to island time and your mind to island mentallity. The locals are going to move a little slower, get back to you on their time and in general, are going to be quite a bit more relaxed than the mainlanders would be. It’s just part of how it goes. Don’t stress if something is running late. It’s island life…

And for the big things, bring your own. From music to photography. Some of the resorts will work all that in. But those are two of the most important parts of your day. Especially the photography. It’s one of the few things that you will have after your day. Photographers will still work wit your budget and you’ll find many bands will do the same. It’s part of the adventure for everyone. THink about what’s important to your day and plan accordingly.

Most of all. VISIT… Before your day, take a little trip to your location of choice and dig around. Find the places you really like. Meet anyone that will be an integral part of your day. Most of all, just take it in and make sure this is the place for you….

Again, being a photographer is a great thing. Being a wedding photographer is even better. And being a wedding photographer that shoots destination weddings as well! Yea, that just rocks!!!

Shine on,
~Tim

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As a wedding photographer in new England that shoots around the country I often get many questions about other parts of the wedding day and needs. I refer to many great sites for answers if I don’t know them and below you’ll find one. So from a wedding photographer in Ct. you get some wedding gown tips…

PERFECT WEDDING DRESSES
Choosing wedding dresses is one of life’s most pleasurable dilemmas. Getting it right, however, takes some planning – and a little expert advice. Here’s a crash course in bridal wear.

Your wedding dresses provides a chance to dress completely different than you do on any other day in your life, so feel free to pursue your bridal fantasies when you start shopping. Experiment with different styles to see what suits your figure, and don’t rule anything out based on how it looks on a hanger — many wedding dresses look odd without a figure filling them out.

How formal is your wedding? Generally, the more formal the wedding, the more formal the bride’s wedding dresses. Also, keep the season of your wedding in mind, since some wedding dress fabrics might be too heavy or light for certain times of the year.

Consider your comfort, both physical and emotional. All eyes will be on you throughout your big day, so this might not be the best occasion to wear your first strapless wedding dresses. And a body-skimming sheath won’t let you kick up your heels on the dance floor as freely as you might like. In each wedding dress you try on (and later at the actual fittings), try sitting, dancing, and hugging. Wave your arms around to make sure the shoulders and sleeves aren’t binding. Pay attention to weight — will wearing pounds of beading leave you exhausted? Will a full skirt present a tripping hazard? Does the wedding dresses shape cry out for a higher heel than you care to wear? In general, try to visualize yourself wearing the wedding dress throughout your ceremony and reception. When the picture is right, you’ll know it.

Have the Wedding Dress Flatter Your Figure
Wearing the right cut for your body type can highlight your best features and downplay those you’re concerned about.

The Triangle (small on top, heavier on the bottom)
The key here is to have the wedding dresses balance your proportions. Broaden and emphasize your top half with full sleeve treatments, padded shoulders, or pouf sleeves that extend your shoulder line, and a textured bodice accented with lace overlays, appliqués, and beadwork. Elongated bodices and skirts with controlled fullness will emphasize your waist and de-emphasize your hip area. Avoid set-in sleeves and narrow shoulders, skirts with side panels or excess fullness, and body-hugging sheaths — they’ll make you look disproportioned.

The Inverted Triangle (fuller on top, narrow hips)
In order to de-emphasize your shoulder area and give more width to your lower body, look for wedding gown with minimal shoulder details, simple sleeves, moderate padding, and natural shoulder lines. Simple bodices, with accents kept to a minimum, will draw less attention to your top. For better overall proportion, wear a full skirt or a style with skirt details such as peplums, bustles, sashes, and bows. Avoid wedding dresses with full sleeves, slim, straight skirts, empire waistlines, and plunging necklines.

The Rectangle (nearly equal bust and hips, minimal waist definition)
To create the illusion of curves, look for full, voluminous skirts with jewel or bateau necklines. Horizontal detailing will draw the eye across the body and combat vertical body lines, and oversized shoulders and sleeves will add width to your top and shape to your overall appearance. Avoid slim silhouettes or wedding dresses in soft, clingy fabrics that will only make you appear too thin and narrow.

The Hourglass (small waist, full hips and bust)
To maximize your curves and maintain balance, look for wedding dresses with simple, classic lines like sheaths and mermaid styles — too much detailing can make you look heavier than you really are. Show off your shoulders with off-the-shoulder sleeves, v-necklines, and strapless wedding dresses. Avoid wedding dresses with very full or ruffled skirts, pouf sleeves, highly detailed bodices, and high necklines that cover the shoulder area and minimize the bust.

Camouflaging Concerns
Petite figures are lengthened in controlled-but-full skirts with minimal details. Basque waistlines, simple sleeves, modestly detailed shoulders, vertical pleating, and a-line or princess silhouettes elongate the torso and add height. For slim petites, the sheath or mermaid style is ideal.

Full figures look best in fitted v-neck bodices and dropped v-waistlines. Full skirts camouflage hips and thighs and shoulder pads make waists look smaller. Styling details around the neckline draw the eye up. Long sleeves tapering toward the wrist slenderize arms; avoid strapless or sleeveless wedding dresses which only emphasize fullness. Opt for wedding dresses where the fabric drapes gracefully to the floor instead of ones that are form-fitting, body-hugging.

Minimize a thick waist with an empire waistline. Princess-style wedding dresses elongate a short waist and lengthen the torso. Long waists look shorter when the waistline is cut above the torso, as in a basque-waist wedding gown. To slim heavy hips, try a full-but-controlled skirt without bows, flounces, or ruffles.

A full bust is flattered in an off-the-shoulder portrait or v-neckline with minimal detailing. Small busts look larger when accentuated with intricate details and on-the-shoulder necklines.

Finishing Touches
Once you’ve chosen a wedding gown, the salon will order it and then custom-fit it to your body once it arrives. Typically, you’ll require three fittings before your wedding gown is ready. It’s best to bring the lingerie and shoes you’ll wear with your wedding dress to your fittings so that you can see how the entire ensemble looks together. (If you’re not sure what kind of undergarments your wedding dress requires, ask your fitter for advice.) It’s also a good idea to bring your mother or maid of honor to your second or final dress fitting so she can learn how to help you get into your wedding gown and how to bustle your train, if necessary.

Even if your wedding dress is ready well in advance, resist the urge to pick it up until the week of your wedding. Your bridal salon is better equipped to store your wedding dress properly than you are, and you wouldn’t want it to get wrinkled or crushed in your closet.

No Regrets: Finding The Perfect Wedding Dress

Don’t make up your mind for or against any wedding dress without trying it on. Hangers just don’t do justice to some wedding dresses, and others may not flatter your figure as you’d hoped.

It’s nice to bring your mother or maid of honor along for a second opinion (and some major bonding) while wedding gown shopping, but make sure you stay true to your own style and aren’t swayed by their comments, or by those of the salespeople. Do not allow yourself to be talked into anything — if you’re not positive about a wedding dress, keep looking.

Don’t worry if you feel a touch of buyer’s remorse after you choose your wedding dress — it’s a big commitment and it’s natural to wonder if you made the right choice. Focus on how you felt when the wedding dress was on and you realized it was the one, and the doubts will fade away.

Top trends:
- Bare arms. The look of the moment is sleeveless, with a tank bodice or narrow straps, regardless of the season. Strapless wedding dresses are also popular, often paired with a wrap made of a length of sheer fabric.
- A-line, sheath and bias-cut shapes. Cinderella is dead, done in by simpler, sleeker columns and more natural silhouettes.
- High-quality fabrics. Simpler styles demand finer fabrics. High-quality silk satins, peau de soie and crepe have the necessary substance to fall gracefully.
Sweeping veils, headpieces. A long trail of tulle makes the ideal counterpoint to today’s smoother wedding dresses. The same goes for headpieces, now available in an array of lustrous, contemporary designs.

Wise brides have budgets
Often brides end up spending more for their wedding dress than they intended. The industry is geared to make it happen. In a shop filled with wedding dresses between $800 and $5,000, a $2,000 price tag can look like a bargain. Determine your budget before you set foot in a bridal shop and stick to it. What to expect in your range:

$500 and under. Brides with small budgets have more options than you might imagine. Outlets and discount houses are obvious sources of low-budget bridal wear. Brides low on funds but high on ingenuity troll vintage shops and online mail-order sources for bridal bargains. And non-traditionalists often find that a few hundred dollars buys a knockout evening gown that’s better made than bridal wear at twice the price (see Anything goes).

$500 to $1,500. The zone where what you get for your dollar varies most, depending on where you buy. At mainstream retail shops, brides will find many designer labels for under $800, usually in good-quality synthetics. Above that threshold, most wedding dresses are made of silk. Popular heavy silk satins commonly command $1,000. Discount outlets and mail-order houses frequently sell the same styles for 20 to 30 percent less. Another excellent option: custom-made bridal wear. Most brides don’t realize that independent couturiers can design a one-of-a-kind, made-to-measure wedding dress for less than designer gowns of similar or inferior fabrics and quality. Why? No advertising, no middleman.

$1,500 and up. Wedding dresses this costly should be made of excellent fabrics, drape beautifully and exhibit carefully finished seams and handwork. Retail shops offer countless designer gowns in this range, but unless you crave labels, it makes more sense to have a dress custom made for you. You’ll get more for your money. Full service bridal shops usually offer custom gown design. Independent couturiers – often artists of supreme skill – are an even better bet.

Three low-budget tips:
1. Embellish an off-the-rack dress. Hire a seamstress to add trimmings, or do it yourself.
2. Wear something borrowed. Have your mother’s, grandma’s, sister’s or aunt’s dress fitted to you.
3. Order a designer bridesmaid gown in ivory or white.

The above article is from www.mrsparty.com

Some people ask why I do what I do. Why I am a wedding photographer or why I’m a portrait photographer. It’s because I love being a photographer in Ct.

There’s just something about shooting people (plus I get to say I shoot people) that strikes my fancy. When someone calls me to take portraits of their child they say “we heard you were the portait photographer in Ct. to call”… Do you know how great that makes me feel! Or when a dog shows up at the studio, all bouncing around… Taking pet portraits is also a great thing! Each and every soul has an energy that makes them unique. And that’s what so much of it is about. Not stealing the soul, but freezing it for a split second and holding that part for ever.

That’s what being a wedding photographer in Ct. is all about, it’s what being a ct. portrait photographer is all about and it’s what being one of the top pet potrait photographers in New England is all about!!!

Shine on everyone
~Tim

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There are so many situations in life where you tip, where you don’t tip, how much to tip, can you tip… tip tip tip….

As a wedding photographer in Hartford, Ct. I’m not a tipping expert. Thought I will say that when it comes to dining out I’ve been told I can sometimes over tip… Not the point here. Your wedding. Do you tip your wedding vendors? The answer, quite simply is… Some yes some no. HAH! That wasn’t an easy answer was it. LOL.

Okay, let’s break your wedding vendors down. The do nots. There are wedding vendors where you just don’t have to tip unless you really feel they went above and beyond or you just feel like it’s something that would make you and them feel great. Those vendors – party rental company, they don’t need a penny more, the salon itself – nope, cake baker or stationary company. Nope, don’t need to tip there either. Again, unless you feel it’s something that is well worth it.

The ones that are sometimes expecting tips – your makeup artist, depending on who they are working with on the day, some bridesmaides pay and tip for themselves others don’t. For the MUA you should plan on an average of 15-20% just like you would on a normal salon day trip…. parking, coat check, rest room attendants and the likes, the average seems to be about $1.00 per car / guest. Wait staff seems to be an average of $20.00 per server. HOWEVER, look over the contract and determine if your reception site already has a tip worked into the package. Same goes for your livery service, some limo companies have the tip automatically worked in. Not to say you can’t go above and beyond but look that over so you’re not giving someone $100.00 when they’ve already received $90.00…

How about the wedding florist, wedding photographer, and more. Those are a totally different playing field. As a destination wedding photographer myself. There are times when I’ve received a $500.00 tip, and times when I’ve received a hug and a thank you. I never expect one over the other and am fine with either. And I know many florists that feel the same way. I think it just comes down to what your budget can swing. Just be fair, honest with yourself and if you like the outcome or the energy that was provided with the work, I would say again, go for the 20%… But that’s just my two cents from the ct. wedding photographer….

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There comes a time when one must go from being a Ct. wedding photographer to a Ct. portrait photographer. Not that I’m one over the other at any point in time, but more so the fact that wedding season is, for the most part, wrapping up.

What does that mean? Really, it means that it’s time to get all the wedding albums out, shoot all the portrait sessions that I have lined up in the new portrait studio located in Real Artways on Arbor St. in Hartford, and enjoy each and every minute of the winter season. And really, just make it a superfantabulous winter!!!

Really, that’s what being one of so many Ct. Photographers is all about. Speaking of which, I recently joined a very large group of wedding photographers where we are all quite talented. So while I too am a destination wedding photographers and have a Florida wedding or two booked, a New Mexico wedding, New Hampshire wedding Newport Rhode Island wedding and more booked. Well, when it comes right down to it, if I’m booked and not available for your wedding, I’ll hunt down the right shooter for you out of all my new wedding photographers that have become close friends. After all, that’s what it’s about. Finding the right wedding photographer for you. So again, you can easily view www.tabphotographic.com for my work and we can chat about your needs, or like I said, I can also help you find a different wedding photographer to fit your needs. Just give us the chance.

I can’t say as it’s an easy thing, choosing a wedding florist and all… Let’s face it though, you want flowers, you almost need flowers. So what do you do? Where do you start? What kind of flowers, what florist??? First things first, you obviously have a theme you want to go with. Colours you want to use and an over all appearance that you’re trying to make work. So go with it. But if you really want to make your day something else, ask florists about flowers you may not see every day or at every wedding. Sure, late summer into early fall you have sunflowers that are beautiful. But the rest of the year, put the work into their hands. Have things ordered. But do so in time that the flowers will actually be there. But the other key, is the florist themselves. Look at many, DO NOT CHOOSE the first one. You may see the flowers and they may look beautiful, but STOP, you’ll think that about all florists. Look at the bouquets they’ve created in the past. Look at the details of how they wrapped the stems. That’s one thing I’ve seen as a wedding photographer is the bouquets not really holding together through the night. Where at other weddings they’re as this as a brick! Ask them how long they will have the flowers before your wedding. That last thing you want is flowers that are already wilted. Ask them how they will transport them. Many florists just lay the flowers in boxes and drop them off. The flowers sit for a few hours in these dry boxes and start to wilt right then and there. My mother has done flowers for many weddings. It’s not her career, she does it out of her garage but you know what, never is a flower delivered that isn’t in water. From the bouquets to the center pieces. They’re in water until the last minute. PERIOD! I can’t say as if this was the most informative, but the point I’m trying to get across is simple. ASK QUESTIONS. A flower is not a flower is a flower… Ask where the flowers come from, how long they’ll have them pre-wedding, how they will be transported, what kind of fillers are going to be used, what is a back up plan if special order flowers don’t come through??? ASK ASK ASK…
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I’m “just” a wedding photographer in Ct. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t get around. Shooting weddings across the country and having a great time at each and every location and special day. I recently found myself looking around at videos from some weddings of the rich and famous and some are so great, while others… eh… It truly blows my mind how some of the wedding photographs just don’t seem that great while others are off the chart beautiful. (of course how all of mine would be)… LOL… Anyway, some of them are fun, some may bring a tear and some may make you laugh but I though, hey, what the heck, might as well post some here. And while I can’t say as if this is full of tips, it just goes to show that money doesn’t make the best wedding. Your choices do. Make it your day and everything will be beautiful.

Shine on,
~Tim

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Here’s to the constitution holding together strong!!!!

ummmmmmm, yea, the photography here seemed, well… Ehh….

Obviously beautiful….

And of course this one here by yours truly!

Okay, so maybe I’m not just a Wedding Photographer in MA. as a matter of fact I’m located and generally work as a Ct. Wedding photographer, HOWEVER, that has not stopped me from my “worldly” travels. At least around this part of the world! From Portland Oregon to Portland Maine weddings, I’ve been there and done them.

How does any of this possibly revolve around wedding tips? I can’t say as if it does. I just really wanted to share two things, ONE! Some pics from the Sturbridge MA. Wedding that I shot last weekend, and the second, is how I just booked a St. Augustine FL. wedding for 2009! Let alone another for 2010!!! Seriously, how I took my dream of being a photographer, let alone wedding photographer, following in my fathers footsteps with the camera, just rocks! It all just rocks! Anyway, a couple pictures from the Sturbridge MA. wedding that was held at the Publick House!

I know, it’s crazy. I don’t know why but I continue to come back to wedding cakes…. Who knows, if I had to take a guess though, well, it’s really quite simple. I’ve been shooting a ton of weddings and seeing a ton of cakes. Not to mention this show we’ve been watching, I want to say it’s on the discovery channel? Not sure? But it’s all about cakes and many cake making competitions! Seriously unreal. Makes me think, hey, I can be a wedding photographer and a cake designer in one stop! HAH! Of course next would have to come florist and then why stop there, I might as well get ordained. LOL…

Anyway, Cakes, Love them! A video?? Heck yea! Right here!

And check out these pics!!!! http://blog.pinkcakebox.com/category/pastry-images/wedding-cakes

And on an important note, keeping your cake in budget from elegala.com!

Ways to Save – 7 Wedding Cake Budget Tips
Let them eat wedding cake – without eating up your wedding budget…

Your wedding cake should be eye-catching, fabulous, and of course, tasty too! And just like every other aspect of your wedding day – costs can creep skyward. But don’t let a tight budget stand between you and the ultimate wedding cake. Size and design are the main determinants in wedding cake cost. You can play with these elements to create a confection that is super-fab….and kind to your catering tab.

Have your cake (and eat it too) with these budget saving tips:

Cut that Guest List
As with all cost-per-person aspects of your wedding, narrowing down your guest list will result in significant wedding cake savings. Less mouths to feed = less slices; you get the idea. And any cake cutting fee, typically charged on a per slice bases as well, will also be reduced.

Hip to be Square
Square wedding cakes yield more slices than round ones. So go square – and make a deliciously modern statement!

Go Natural
Hand-constructed gum paste or sugar paste flowers can quickly rack up your wedding cake cost. Substitute these costly adornments with fresh fruits and flowers – an inexpensive option that is equally stunning.

Keep It Simple
While intricate, over-the-top cakes evoke the ultimate in wedding day opulence, today’s shift towards modern minimalism can foray into the world of cake design. Simple wedding cakes can be deliciously chic. So lose the ornate adornments and infinite skyward-stretching tiers, and opt for a clean design with an impeccably smooth surface. Add simple details such as a Swiss dot pattern or wide ribbon around the base. Stick to one flavor, as multiple flavors will increase the bottom line.

One Stop Shopping
If your wedding venue offers an onsite caterer, employ their services for your confection as well, and save on delivery and service fees. You will also ward off chances for a transportation mishap – a headache you surely want to avoid on the big day. Many reception sites offer a wedding cake as part of their package deal, so be sure to inquire when scouting reception sites. You can find more questions to ask your reception site here.

“Dummy Cakes”
Fancy a towering and dramatic wedding cake but don’t want to shell out the extra cash? Instead of paying for extra layers, ask your baker to create faux layers consisting of iced Styrofoam. Trust us – your guests will never be the wiser; it will be our little secret.

Outside the Proverbial Cake Pan
Of-the-moment brides are breaking with tradition and forgoing the cake all together – presenting instead pies or pastries on tiered platters as the centerpieces of their wedding receptions. Depending on your selection, this can be an uber-chic way to save. Dare we say it, even doughnuts are in vogue and have been spotted at some of the poshest black tie events!

And I even wrote an article on ehow.com about choosing the right cake. Just a cake filled week huh. http://www.ehow.com/how_4575483_choose-wedding-cake.html

We all hear it, each and every day, be green, going green, and from Kermit the Frog, it’s not easy being green. Of course he was quite wrong, at least when it comes to the world. I’m sure being the colour green is much harder. Anyway…

I will say it again, as wedding photographers, we all see the inside and out of a wedding, we see just about everything that goes into it, from the food, to the materials to the transportation. And many times, at the end of the night, we see a large amount of waste. But honestly, just because my love happens to land me in New England as a wedding photographer, where we have generally always been eco-minded, doesn’t mean there aren’t some tips we can all use. SO, about a green wedding… Some tips are here…

 

  • Setting the tone, when choosing a location, if your thoughts are pointing to the outdoors, choose a location that truly brings out all the beauty of the surrounding area. Apple Orchards, sea side, nature centers or even just some beautiful vast gardens. Being outside means that there is no need for heaters to be run, a/c’s to be pumping pollution and using energy and even more so, fresh air for all the guests. If your thoughts are leaning inside, think about museums or theatres where many of them donate or at least use the funds from your day for a good cause. And when at all possible, hold your ceremony and reception at the same location to cut down on total driving times. Not only will it cut down on pollution but your guests will enjoy not having to find their way from one place to the next.
  • The rings, many jewelers now use recylced gold and or silver, let alone fair labor gemstones to make sure you’re not getting a “blood diamond”… With the right research you can easily find “green” jewelers.
  • Though your wedding dress could easily be the most treasured item, tradition tells brides to use their mothers or grand mothers dress. I know what many of you could be thinking, it’s ugly. What about taking it to a seamstress with your own ideas and seeing what kind of transformation it could under go??? You may just be surprised what you could end up with! And if you just can’t fathom that, check out charities where you could buy and or donate a dress such as brides against breast cancer. All proceeds there go to the support of women with breast cancer.
  • Used recylced paper, I know, I know, common thought back in the day was that recylced paper can’t be beautiful. How wrong you are if you make that statement today! Try checking out Tasha Rae Designs. Her theory: “Who said recycled invitations can’t be beautiful?” Her invites are just that, beautiful! And to cut back on paper even more, build a wedding website where guests and relatives can look further into the planning side. Such as Paula and Matt had done. www.paulaandmatt.com
  • Flowers – quite simply, if you have the space and the time of year permits, grow your own. If that’s not possible, try a local organic farm or florist. And to go one step further, use potted plants as center pieces to be given away!
  • Go organic with the meals, vegetarian dishes can be quite delicious! And don’t use disposable plates and platters, if your location or caterer doesn’t provide dishes, try renting them to cut down on waste. And remember to recylce all the bottles, beer and more.
  • Instead of wedding favors, quite simply, donate. Let the guests know that you have donated in their honor. And remember less waste, so instead of leaving a little something with the note at every place setting, try one per table or a larger poster for all to see. Sites such as www.ifoundation.org let you raise money for your charity of choice.

I could continue to go on and on but I believe you get the point, if you’re thoughts are on the earth, try it out. Maybe you don’t have to go completely green, but maybe a light green will do??? Might just be worth the time and consideration!

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Going green with theknot.com http://wedding.theknot.com/real-weddings/green-weddings.aspx

WWW.TREEHUGGER.COM (who would have thought. LOL)

http://www.greeneleganceweddings.com/

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Shine on!

~Tim