Monday, January 31, 2011

Help Sell Your Home with Professional Photos

The Today Show recommended professional photos as one of the best ways to market your home online.  See the video clip here:




We can capture the personality of your home at very reasonable rates.

JK Photoworks

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Sunday, January 30, 2011

Awesome Wedding Budgeting Tool!

After the excitement and exhilaration of the proposal wearsoff for yourself and your family, most people have one question- How much is this going to cost?

A lot of this depends on size of the wedding but when it comes to basics, that may depend on where you're planning the wedding.

Real Simple has a great too that shows the average cost range of wedding essentials.

Here are some screenshots of the tool





The mapping tool can be found here


The tool is powered by www.costofwedding.com and is built on survey responses from couples by zip code. Visit the website for more detail including prices for premium vendors in your area.

Hope this helps kick off your planning!

JK Photoworks

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Basic Wedding Photo Checklist

Below is a basic checklist of photographs that you should request fro
m your photographer on your the day of your Wedding.

We encourage you to have discussions with your photographer before the big day about what you want captured.

Some couples want many formal portraits with extended family to remember the day, some want mostly personal shots of the happy couple sharing intimate moments and others want mostly candid shots of people enjoying their special day.

Talking about this in advance can help your photographers create a game plan of who is needed- when and where- to get the shots you want.

The process can also be sped-up if you have a no-nonsense friend or relative who can help corral the necessary participants ;-)

More helpful checklists can be found here

Thanks!
JK Photoworks







The Preparation

· 
Bride having her hair styled and makeup applied

· Bride’s gown hanging on a padded hanger, spread on the bed, or draped over a chair

· 
Still life shots of the bride’s shoes, jewelry, something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue

· Detailed shots of the bride’s and bridesmaids’ bouquets

· Candid shots of the bridesmaids getting dressed

· Mother buttoning or zipping up the bride’s dress

· Mother helping the bride with one last detail, such as the veil

· Full-length shot of the bride in her gown, looking at herself in a mirror

· Bridesmaids reacting to the bride in her gown

· Father seeing the bride in her gown

· Bride with her parents and siblings

· Bride with her bridesmaids

· Groom getting ready with his father and groomsmen

· Close-up shot of the wedding bands

· Groom with his parents and siblings

· Groom with the best man

· Groom with his groomsmen

· Groomsmen putting on boutonnieres or ties

· Bride and groom separately making their way to the ceremony

The Ceremony

· Exterior and interior shots of the site before guests arrive

· Groom walking down the aisle with his mother

· Close-up of groom’s expression while waiting for the bride

· Bridal party walking down the aisle

· Both sets of grandparents walking down the aisle

· Bride and her escort waiting to walk down the aisle

· Close-up of bride just before she makes her entrance

· Bride and her escort walking down the aisle

· Groom reacting to bride walking down the aisle

· Bride’s escort giving her away

· Bride and groom at the altar or the chuppah

· Both sets of parents watching the ceremony

· Wide shot of the altar or chuppah, from the guests’ point of view

· Wide shot of the guests, from the couple’s point of view

· Special moments, such as the candle lighting and the readings

· Close-up of the bride and groom as they recite their vows

· Close-up of the bride and groom’s hands as they exchange rings

· The kiss!

· Close-up of the newlyweds immediately after the ceremony

· Bride and groom hugging family and friends

· Bride showing off her wedding ring to her bridesmaids

· Bride and groom leaving the ceremony site

Before the Reception (or Ceremony)

· Bride and groom together

· Bride with her mother

· Bride with her father

· Bride with both parents

· Bride with her entire immediate family

· Groom with his mother

· Groom with his father

· Groom with both parents

· Groom with his entire immediate family

· Bride and groom with bride’s family

· Bride and groom with groom’s family

· Bride and groom with both sets of parents

· Bride and groom with immediate family members from both sides

· Bride and groom with bridesmaids

· Bride and groom with groomsmen

· Bride and groom with flower girl and ring bearer

· Bride and groom with entire wedding party

The Reception

· Exterior and interior shots of the site before the guests arrive

· Still-life shots of place cards, menus, centerpieces, decorations, table settings, favors, and Champagne glasses

· The cake

· Hors d’oeuvres and specialty drinks

· Guests arriving and signing the guest book

· Bride and groom arriving

· Close-ups of friends and family making toasts

· Bride and groom sipping Champagne at their table

· Bride and groom speaking with guests

· Bride and groom’s first dance

· Bride dancing with her father

· Groom dancing with his mother

· Parents and grandparents dancing

· Wedding party dancing

· Musicians, deejay, and/or entertainers performing

· Guests dancing

· Bride and groom dancing with the bridal party

· Bride and groom cutting the cake

· Bouquet toss

· Newlyweds’ vehicle

· Bride and groom leaving the reception

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Friday, January 28, 2011

Vera Wang White- Couture for Less



If you're a Bride who's been looking for that Couture look for less check out the BRAND NEW Vera Wang White Collection exclusively for David's Bridal.

All dresses are $1,300 and under. You can find the whole collection here

We're loving some of the trendy one shoulder and drop waisted ball gown looks.


Here's a behind the scenes video showing the making of this collection.



ENJOY! ~JK Photoworks

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Wedding Trends- Vintage Glamour


One of the hottest wedding trends of late is vintage glamour.

From the small touches like a birdcage veil or a hair pin to the big statements like a vintage inspired dress.

Here's some fun inspiration for your big day! Enjoy! JK Photoworks









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Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Chicago Bridal Shows and Expos

For those Chicago Brides- here's a list of the winter events in the Chicago market courtesy of JK Photoworks!

January 29 ~ 3pm - 5pm
Free Bridal Shower Soiree Hosted by Chef Lovely
Kenmore Live Studio
678 N. Wells Street
Chicago, Illinois
312-265-0871

January 30 ~ 11:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
DoubleTree Hotel
1909 Spring Rd.
Oak Brook, Illinois
847-428-3320

January 30 ~ 12pm - 4pm
The Bridal Sampler Wedding Expo
The Hilton - Rosemont
5550 N River Rd
Rosemont, Illinois
(630) 501-1286

February 2 ~ 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Abbington's Bridal Open House 2011
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
3S002 IL Route 53
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
630-942-8600

February 6 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Rosemont
9300 W. Bryn Mawr
Rosemont, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 13 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Odyssey Country Club
19110 Ridgeland Ave.
Tinley Park, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 20 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Renaissance Hotel, Northbrook
933 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 27 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Belvedere Banquets
1170 W. Devon Ave.
Elk Grove, Illinois
847-428-3320

February 27 ~ Noon-4 pm
Warsaw Premier Bridal Expo
Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College
200 Seminary Drive
Wiinona Lake, Illinois
574-549-7299

March 13 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Ashyana Banquets
1620 75th Street
Downers Grove, Illinois
847-428-3320

April 3 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Stonegate Banquets & Conference Center
2401 W. Higgins Rd.
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
847-428-3320

April 10 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Georgios Banquets
8800 W. 159th Street
Orland Park, Illinois
847-428-3320

April 17 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
DoubleTree Hotel
1909 Spring Rd.
Oak Brook, Illinois
847-428-3320

May 15 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Schaumburg
1800 E. Golf Rd.
Schaumburg, Illinois

May 22 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Westin Hotel, Wheeling
601 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling, Illinois
847-428-3320

June 12 ~ 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bridal Expo Chicago/Milwaukee
Sheraton Hotel & Towers
301 East North Water St.
Chicago, Illinois
847-428-3320


Enjoy!! http://www.jkphotoworks.com/
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Michigan Bridal Show and Expo List

After the excitement of that proposal has died down, many Brides ask themselves: "Now What?" If you're feeling a little lost, bridal shows are a great way to meet a lot of vendors in one spot and kick off your planning process.
We know brides who have checked off most of their planning list in a single day at a bridal show.
Plan your attendance now!
January 30, 2011 (Sunday): Amazing Brides Bridal Show 2011
Four Points Sheraton. 3200 Boardwalk Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (west of Detroit).
1-4pm
January 30, 2011 (Sunday): Whimsical Occasions Wedding Event Show
Iroquios Club. 43248 N. Woodward, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (north of Detroit).
1-4pm
January 30, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
Laurel Manor Banquet & Conference. 39000 Schoolcraft, Livonia, MI 48150 (west of Detroit).
February 5, 2011 (Saturday): West Michigan Bridal Expo
The Pinnacle Center. 3330 Highland Drive, Hudsonville, MI.
noon-4pm
February 12 & 13, 2011 (Saturday & Sunday): Bridal Expo '11 - Novi Bridal Expo
Suburban Collection Showplace (formerly Rock Financial Showplace). 46100 Grand River, Novi. MI.
noon to 5pm
February 13, 2011 (Sunday): Bridal Celebrations at the Troy Marriott
200 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084.
1-4pm
February 13, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
Barrister Gardens. 24225 Harper Avenue, St Clair Shores, MI 48080
February 19 & 20, 2011 (Saturday & Sunday): West Michigan Bridal Show
DeVos Place. 303 Monroe Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
February 20, 2011: Whimsical Occasions Wedding Event Show
Weber's Inn. 3050 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
1-4pm
February 20, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
The Palazzo Grande. 54660 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp, MI 48316
February 27, 2011 (Sunday) Flaunt Bridal Show
MGM Grand Detroit. 1777 3rd Street, Detroit, MI 48226.
noon to 4pm
February 27, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
Sheraton Novi. 21111 Haggerty Rd, Novi, MI 48375

March 6, 2011: Whimsical Occasions Wedding Event Show
The Inn at St. John's. 44045 Five Mile Road, Plymouth, MI 48170 (west of Detroit)
1-4pm
March 6, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
American Polish Cultural Center. 2975 E Maple Rd, Troy, MI
March 11-13, 2011 (Friday Saturday Sunday): Spring Bridal Show of West Michigan
DeVos Place. 303 Monroe Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.

March 13, 2011 (Sunday): Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show
Petruzzello's Banquet and Conference Center. 6950 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48095.
1-4pm
March 20, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
Four Points Sheraton. 3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor, MI 48106.
April 3, 2011 (Sunday): Horizons Wedding Expo
Horizons Conference Center. 6200 State Street, Saginaw, MI 48603. 989-799-4122.
1-4pm

April 10, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
MacRay Harbour Banquet Center. 30675 N. River Rd, Harrison Township, MI 48045

April 17, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
Bakers of Milford. 2025 S. Milford Street, Milford, MI 48150.
September 11, 2011 (Sunday): Bride's Day Bridal Show
Suburban Collection Showplace (formerly Rock Financial Showplace). 46100 Grand River, Novi. MI.
noon to 5pm
October 16, 2011 (Sunday): Brides To Be Show
The Mirage. 16980 18 Mile Rd, Clinton Twp, MI 48038.

More Wedding Shows can be found at Premier Bride - Detroit

Happy Hunting from JK Photoworks!
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