2011
When I showed up to Cassy’s condo downtown Greenville, everyone was busy ironing shirts, having makeup done, laughing and kids were playing with their Nintendo DS’s. Pretty normal pre-ceremony commotion. I was about ready to say hello to whom I thought was Cassy and then did a double take. Was it Cassy or her twin sister Adair? They really and truly look alike and have many of the same expressions. Then I heard Cassy say hello from the upstairs loft and that answered my question. It was really cool to hear about what they experience from being twins and really feeling connected on a different level than just sisters. Cassy & the girls were getting ready at her condo and Brett was doing the very same thing just up the street at The Westin Poinsett hotel. Leslie, my second shooter, and I decided to split up for the time being to make sure we could get photos of the getting ready process. Funny how time flies and next thing you know, everyone is scurrying to get out the door and to the church on time. It was soon to be time for Cassy & Brett to say their vows!
Cassy & Brett met at Liberty Taproom & Grill in January of 2008. I love Brett’s pickup line…”So, you like mojitos?” as Cassy is sipping on one at that moment. He then proceeds to say “I have the craziest story. I stopped at the gas station today to get some gum, and I got mojito gum!” Brett pulled a pack of mojito gum out of his pocket and said, “have you ever tried it?”. After Cassy replied that she hadn’t, she then asked if she could try a piece and then Brett asked if he could buy her a drink. The funniest part to me is that he asked if the girl he was with was her sister and then proceeded to ask how old she was. haha!!! Nothing like getting right to the point. But it worked and now they are husband and wife.
Since they met at Liberty Taproom I thought it would be super cool for them to get a picture in front of the sign on their wedding day. It had started to rain, but that didn’t stop us. We grabbed an umbrella and headed that way. The color of the sky that night was intense and made for some brilliant images.
Congrats Brett & Cassy. I am so happy for you both and was very excited to be a part of your big day!! Thank you to Leslie for all your hard & creative work 🙂
Please enjoy the slideshow below the posted images.
Thanks for stopping by!
~lisa
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2011
On a previous Wedding Wednesday post I talked about various things to help you get your skin glowing and camera ready. Consider this one Part 2 of the “Getting your skin camera ready”. Now I certainly do not profess to have flawless creamy skin that looks beautifully airbrushed at all times of the day, but I have found a few tricks of the trade over the years that can keep your skin looking its best.
1. Drink Water – I know…I am beginning to sound like a broken record, but it is necessary to keep our skin looking great. Plain ol’ water works great, but I do like to indulge in a yummy Metromint every once in awhile.
2. Cleanse – Cleansing your skin is a must. It is the foundation of any skincare since dirt, pollutants and oil clog pores (which means choking your skin) and lead to breakouts and inflammation. Stay away from harsh soaps and chemical solutions which will harm your skin, throw its pH off balance and induce inflammation, leading to premature degeneration and aging. I personally like Purpose soap-free gel.
3. Exfoliate – but do it gently. The more you clean off dead cells, dirt, oil and pollutants, the better it breathes, the healthier it is, the more beautiful it is. This pumpkin enzyme mask is the bees knees!
4. Calming Masks – only when needed. Sometimes your face can use a little calming down…much like our nerves on a bad day. haha. This mask says it is for redness relief which is true, but it just seems to give a great overall glow.
5. Prep Your Pucker – you certainly do not want to have dry smoochers. So be sure to put some lip balm on before you head to bed. I personally LOVE this one. Can you tell I am a lover of peppermint?
6. Don’t neglect the feet – I know…you probably will not have your toes as the main focus of a photo shoot, but I could not resist sharing this great tool for keeping feet soft. I bought my first one many years ago and lost it. Thinking I could go without, I tried other brands. Well the Diamancel is well worth the money. Just use it for a few seconds after your shower and you will WANT to have your toes in pics 🙂 or maybe not.
If you have any tips you would like to share, be sure to leave a comment so others can benefit too.
Thanks for stopping by!
~lisa
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Love these helpful hints! I just read in the Prevention magazine about foods that are good for your skin when eaten as well as when applied to the skin (perfect double bang for buck). I tried the avocado mask this past weekend and LOVED it. Just puree one ripe avocado and mix with 1/4 cup sour cream, apply to face, leave 10 mins and rinse. It felt amazing –and any remainder you can turn into a nice dip for your chips. 🙂 The avocado is supposed to prevent aging (we’re never too young to start slowing down the inevitable.)
Aunt Denise
If I have seen an entire collection of wedding photos as beautiful and as joyful as these, I am sure I don’t remember them. Lovely memories captured here reminding us all of the promise of love and Brett and Cassy’s commitment to seize the day – every day. Love to my nephew and niece.