Posts Tagged ‘wedding photos’
Friday, October 15th, 2010
Amber and Alan were such a beautiful couple. From the very beginning I could tell how much Alan adored her! So sweet! They were married at the Dwelling Place in Fayetteville and they held their reception at the amazing Fayetteville Town Center with pretty rentals from Festivities to provide the atmosphere. We got to work with some amazing vendors at their wedding too!
Jessica Kersey from Finishing Touch Event Design was their awesome coordinator!!!
Videography provided by James Michael Smith
Florals were purchased from Flowerama (Bentonville) and arranged by the mother of the groom
Catered by the Event Group
Cake was created by the talented Shelby Lynn’s Cake Shoppe
They danced to the tunes of DJ Derrick
And Pinnacle Limo Services provided them a pretty sweet ride from the ceremony to the reception
Let’s see those pictures!!! We’ll start you off with all the pretty details.
I loved this shot of all the hands helping her get her dress on
Donnally captured this shot great! I imagine Alan and his really great brother were having a little heart to heart right before the ceremony!
Of course if there’s a wedding on a gameday you’d expect the groomsmen to be picking up the highlights on their phones!
Jon took the guys outside for some group shots and I just love this one……look close!
Alan looks like he’s concentrating before the big reveal at their first look.
Amber’s already emotional.
I’m so glad I was able to capture this moment. Having a first look has many benefits but as simple as it may be calming each other down before hand is one of them. Amber and Alan decided to exchange their personal vows during their first look and the traditional vows would be exchanged at the ceremony. What a great personal touch!
You’re looking at Mr. and Mrs. Nichols!
We headed outside to catch the last of the pretty light right at sunset. Alan looks so happy with his beautiful bride!
Jon caught this shot for us. The ambient lighting and the movement is lovely.
Just another reason I recommend hiring two shooters on your wedding day…..while Jon captured the photo above I was able to sneak in and catch what is probably my favorite shot of the night from a completely different angle!
Love it!
Their guests send them off to celebrate on their honeymoon!
Congratulations Amber and Alan!
Enjoy!
-erika
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Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
Sally and Cole were married recently in Mountain Home and I had the honor of capturing their special day! Sally was absolutely gorgeous and of course Cole was looking pretty handsome himself!
First we’ll start with all the pretty details!
Sally had a cute little cabin for her and all her girls to get ready in just beside the ceremony location.
By the looks of it they loved the guestbook! :)
They were married at Gaston’s White River Resort and had a BEAUTIFUL location for their ceremony just off the river bank!
Tanja captured this great shot of Sally and her Father waiting to walk her down the aisle.
And shortly after I was able to capture this one.
This little guy was so worried about walking down the aisle, good thing he had his big sister to hang on to!!! He did a great job!!!
Cole called me earlier that day and let me in on his secret! I was so excited to know he had something so special up his sleeve! It was a big surprise to everyone (well except us photographers!) and there was so much emotion in the air! It was major bonus points in Cole’s favor!!!
I think this is my favorite image from the whole day! I told you there was a lot of emotions! This picture captures all of them! Way to go Tanja!
Now for some pretty couple pictures!
Images like this are a result of choosing to do a “First Look”!!!! So personal and intimate!!! Once again, I just love the emotion in this image!!!! :) If I’m not mistaken this is a Tanja shot too!
Meet Mr. and Mrs. Ezell!!!
A nice kissing shot after the cake cutting! I love when my couples do this and I get to catch it on film (well digital film that is!)
I love how Sally is looking back to see who’s going to catch it! And you can bet that little girl did everything she could to be the winner!
What a great way to end the evening!
Enjoy!
-erika
(PS for those of you wondering I will have Sally and Cole’s wedding galleries up on the website tomorrow well technically later today since it is 2am!)
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Saturday, May 8th, 2010
I know there are some excited people out there waiting for this post!
Chelsea and Stew were married last weekend at the Botanical Gardens. It was such a beautiful ceremony and while we worried about rain all day we sure got lucky….not one drop! :) Chelsea and Stew devoted lots of time into planning their wedding and you’ll sure be able to tell from their beautiful details! Liz (you remember…my old business partner?) drove down from Dallas to accompany me on this wedding, it was a pleasure to be able to work along her side again!!!
Cake Artist: Shelby Lynn’s
Flowers: NWA Florist
Music: Big Smith
Caterer: Green House Grill
Event Coordinator: Amy Bates
Photo Booth: Vintage Photobooth
Party Rentals: Intents
Venue: Botanical Gardens
Jewelry: Dark Star
Photography: Erika Dotson Photography
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Thursday, May 6th, 2010
Ok so I have been patiently (very patiently) awaiting a very exciting package today. Since I live in the sticks I know when my UPS man will get here (well usually it’s around 6:30). ALL DAY LONG I have been so excited that I knew what was coming to me in the mail……besides who doesn’t like a package!?!?!?! I ordered this about a month or maybe two ago and have been thinking about it ever since! thinking…..”hmmm I wonder when they will ship that package?”…….”I wonder how long it will take to get here?”………”Hopefully my UPS man comes early today!”
GUESS WHAT IT’S FINALLY HERE!!!!!!!
She even went all out with custom printed tape?!?!?!?! …….awesomeness!!!!
Look at her being all eco friendly and everything with the recycled newspaper!
And there she is all nested inside safe and sound awaiting me to find her!!!! :)
She’s here and ready for me to get crackin!!!
Thank you so much to Millie Holloman who put all her efforts into sharing such sought for information by us awesome photographers who are horrible business managers!!!
Check out Millie’s Get It Together Kit here!
Enjoy!
-erika
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Thursday, May 6th, 2010
(365) Wednesday 5-5-10
It is extremely hot in my office. I’m thinking because the sun sets right in the window. Seriously walk into the other room and it’s comfortable……I’m thinking we are going to have to seriously do something about this. I’m not usually a big eater in the summer time, especially when I am just sitting here sweating without moving anything other than my hands and fingers and yea the occasional leg switch-a-roo. So today all I’ve been eating *was this huge bowl of strawberries. ( I say was because this bowl was more than full this morning! )
They are just so yummy!!!!
Enjoy! (I did!)
-erika
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Monday, May 3rd, 2010
Today is the last day for this color theme we’ve been featuring and the final color is…….
BLUE! (saved the best for last! ) – if you haven’t figured it out just yet BLUE is my favorite color! :)
These are darling shoes and would be your perfect “something blue”!!!!! Just think BLUE shoes!!!! YES!!!
*Note they aren’t available any longer but were from J.Crew
What a simple cute little bridesmaid dress! This is also from J.Crew (if you haven’t browsed through their wedding portion of their site it’s a must!)
I just love this simple blue bouquet! Pretty sure these are grape-hyacinth flowers.
Parasails are in this year ladies! Take the plunge….. invest…….tell your photographer…….get great images!!!!
I love these blue guest cards! I love guest cards in general! What a great detail to add to your wedding!!! We photographers love love love details!
This blue ribbon is just too too adorable if you aren’t bold enough to go with blue shoes for your “something blue” I love this tradition of the blue bow tie or sewn into the dress! TOO cute! Be sure to tell your photographer if you go this route!
These are just too too cute! Little packets full of rice (I know I know rice kills birds yada yada yada) But they still look cute! Maybe if you worried about that you could fill yours with confetti or something?
This is all for now. I’ve got lots of work to get to. Let’s see let me just list some things out……..
3 Engagement sessions to edit, 1 senior session to edit, a wedding to backup and start editing, and a bridal shoot this afternoon!!! What a busy busy day/week!!! I love it though!
Enjoy!
-erika
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Saturday, May 1st, 2010
It’s official! Chelsea and Stew are hitched! Congrats!
They had the Vintage Photobooth at their wedding ( I love those things and they are a super great party accessory! ) So of course Liz (she came in to shoot with me all the way from Dallas) and I had to get a shot together!
(This is a picture of a picture for now just bc I’m too lazy to scan them in right now)
These little masks are hilarious!!!! Love it.
Enjoy!
-erika
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Ashley and Jim drove up to Fayetteville for the weekend. They are such a fun and laid back couple! I enjoyed walking all over Springdale and through all the briars with them today! They will be getting married in Little Rock on July 17th this year. I’m pretty excited!!!!
I just love how happy they are in this one! Of and I love the wind blowing her hair!!!
Jim’s a lucky guy! Isn’t she just gorgeous, look at those eyes!
Love Love Love Love Love Love Love Love Love Love Love. This may just be my favorite image of the day.
Cute shot in downtown Springdale.
Don’t they look so happy to be together! I just love shooting engagement pictures!
This was Ashley’s one request……field shots! I am in love with sunflare and fields!
Love the warmth and closeness!
Oh wait I forgot about this one…….totally hands down my favorite for the day!
Enjoy!
-erika
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Saturday, October 24th, 2009
Meet Jamie…
Meet Miller…
Meet Jamie and Miller…
Jamie and Miller will be getting married on December 31st! I had the pleasure of shooting their engagement session last week! They are so cute together and we had a blast noticing anything that had to do with a heart! They really were up for anything and it was so fun to watch them interact and embark on a new step in their relationship. Jamie definitely finds comfort in Miller’s arms….which makes for some great photos!!! We met up at a little gas station in Goshen and then sorta wandered around town and hopped in the car to stop off at an old tree farm to finish up the session with some awesome fall foliage!
I can’t take credit for this shot, but Jamie’s idea was awesome! Check her ring out….isn’t it gorgeous!
I love how Miller always makes her laugh! They seriously are so cute! Oh and the jackets! I had to post this one for you Miller! You look so awesome in your coat! ;)
Jamie said she’s always wanted a field picture! Well here ya go! This was behind a gas station believe it or not. I think she’s such a beautiful gal!
I am in love with this spot! It’s so mystical! I loved the lighting and the colors! It’s perfect.
Enjoy!
-erika
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Tuesday, September 15th, 2009
We (Erika Dotson Photography and Jules Design) had a little chit chat today. We will be working on something for you over the next few weeks. I’m really excited! Julie will be doing our floral arrangements for the Bridal Fair as well! (which you should attend on Sept. 27th at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers from 12:30 – 5pm). I can’t wait for the fair! It’s going to be so much fun. Keep your eyes out for some work with Julie. We also snapped some photos off today for her profile. She’s so gorgeous! I’m loving the bright red lipstick Julie!
Jules Design
She also sells these broaches at her shop! They are beautiful and would make a great addition to your bridal bouquet!
She also carries several types of hair cutes!!! These are really in style right now and would look great with your portrait session!
Ooooh I saw these bracelets and I fell in love with this gold vintage inspired one!!! I would. ……..
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