Jennifer and Justin say "I Do"- Northport Bay Retreat

Despite50 degree weather and the threat of rain all day Jennifer and Justin had a beautiful ceremony at Northport Bay Retreat on June 11th. You would never know how cold it was from how happy they look in their photos. Take a look and enjoy!

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Happy Independence Day! Frankfort, MI

There's nothing like the Fourth of July in Northern Michigan. This year, we skipped the Traverse City fireworks and made the drive out the Frankfort. We really think they do an amazing job out there and it's funded solely with donations.

Check out some of the beautiful shots we got this year. Can you believe these photos are untouched! The light was great. The photos really reminded us of a laser light show, so bright and full of color with the gorgeous contrast of Lake Michigan.

We hope that your Fourth was this lovely!

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Wedding Preview: Jennifer and Justin- Northport Bay Retreat

We just shot Jennifer and Justin's wedding at the Northport Bay Retreat last weekend.  It was real family affair.

Even with the crumby weather, we got some really beautiful shots.  We really loved the Jennifer's birdcage veil.  It was so on trend and gave her a really modern look.


Here's a preview from the big day.  We'll have more posted shortly at www.jkphotoworks.com. See more of our work on Facebook

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Bridal Sample Sale: Jenny Yoo

As we taper off from the proposal season (Christmas-May), we enter wedding planning season. 

That means it time to start the hunt for an affordable Bridesmaid's dress that will please all your friends.

One way to expand your options is to shop the sample sales.  We met a few brides who purchase Jenny Yoo dresses for their whole wedding party for $30-$50.  That's 90% OFF!!  They have some great dresses that you an ACTUALLY wear more than once!

This sale is almost over, but there are more like it all the time, especially in the Spring and in the Winter.  We'll let you know if we find more great deals!  

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Wedding Savings of the Day!

Groupons of the Day

• 70% off a custom photobook from Mixbook to chronicle your Wedding memories
• Destress with 50% off a couples massage at Spa Forever

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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

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The Preparation

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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

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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

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

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