FREE Wedding Photography ~ Too Good to be True? DMPJ Spoils Our Brides!

August 12, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment 

Wedding photography is a major decision when planning your wedding.  You often get what you pay for, so what does that mean if it’s FREE??  Well, I’m going to guess that it would mean that you won DMPJ’s fabulous promo for weddings taking place between November 2010 through March 2011:  If 10 contracts are signed for weddings during those months, one couple will be selected to receive their wedding photography for FREE!!*  I don’t know if you’ve had the pleasure of looking at any of DMPJ’s work, but it is incredible…

Pretty good odds, eh?  That’s a one in ten chance of having your wedding photographed by one of Boston & New England’s best!!  You just don’t get better odds than that! So tell all your friends and family and anyone you know or hear of that may be getting married so that you’re in the running to receive fabulously FREE wedding photography from nationally renowned photographers!

Besides the potential to win your wedding photography for free, DMPJ is offering substantially discounted winter rates, which every couple receives November-March.  Just put “Winter Special” in your subject line when emailing them, and don’t forget to mention Boston Wedding Workbook!

So, recapping all these delightful treats:  1) 10 contracts for weddings between November 2010 & March 2011 = one couple receiving a FREE Photography Package (minus prints, etc.).  Winner will be announced March 2011; 2) All couples receive winter discounts; 3)  No matter what, working DMPJ as your wedding photographer is one of the best decisions you’ll make…I promise, you will have no regrets! Visit DMPJ’s photo galleries at www.dmpj.com, and tell DMPJ about your wedding day visions!

“We used DMPJ and we couldn’t be happier! Asha and Glen are so friendly and helpful, and our photographers, Chris and Natasha, were awesome! All our friends and family raved about how awesome our photos came out, and also about how fun and friendly Chris and Natasha were. I can’t wait to see our album come together!” ~ K.C., MA (from FB post 8/2010).

*Please note that friends, employees, and anyone connected with DMPJ is/are not eligible to participate in this contest.  The free wedding is for the photography package only. Travel and other expenses will be the responsibility of the winning couple.  This will be discussed with you in detail.

Chasing Down Summer Wedding Trends with Eric

July 15, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 2 Comments 

With summer full-blow, we’ve been keeping up with the oh-so-fabulous trends of this summer’s weddings.  And guess what?!  We’ve found the best trend ever:  PERSONALIZING!!

We’ve seen many gorgeous weddings and each one has been beautifully different, portraying the uniqueness of the bride and groom.   We’ve also noticed (and LOVE) the summer’s outdoor themed weddings, including elegant vintage styles and vintage-country.  All this vintage has us mesmerized.  In fact, we themed our booths at the bridal expo last weekend in these styles to give our brides and grooms a few ideas for center pieces.

One of Boston & New England’s favorite photographers, Eric Limon, has also been busy with the gorgeous outdoor engagement photo sessions and summer-set weddings that are abundant in New England right now.  We’ve been stalking his blog and can only say WOW!  He is incredible!  Such brilliance at our finger tips, we had to share a few pictures with you…

Make sure to check out additional incredible summer engagement and wedding pictures on Eric’s blog and, if you’re looking for a photographer, remember that Boston Wedding Workbook highly recommends contacting Eric…he’s simply amazing!

Get Out Your Dancin’ Shoes!

June 21, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment 

What’s better than dancin’ a jig to live music at a fabulous party?  When it comes to your wedding reception, you want to be the hit of the year. Your guests are looking their best and ready to celebrate the beginning of the next step of your life!

We asked one of our favorite and highly recommended wedding and music industry professionals, Keep It Real, for a few tips to pass along to Boston and New England area couples planning their wedding.  Here what the experts have to say:

• Look for personality and friendliness among the members and how they interact with an audience ~ are you comfortable talking with them? Do they spend time meeting with you? It’s important to develop a relationship with the band so they get to know you. This will ease your stress about one important element on your big day.

• Look for universal appeal ~ you want all your guests to like the band; they make the party. Find a group that can play a little bit of everything and is versatile enough to please your parents and your friends. Look for music that spans generations and will get everyone moving!
• Live music is energetic, entertaining, and contagious! A band can customize and personalize their performance for your function. Music is an integral part of your wedding day and you want a band that LOVES what they do because their enthusiasm will be reflected in a positive way at your wedding.
• A good band will learn a song or two just for your event. Discuss whether or not the band knows the songs you may want for your special dances, dedications, or for the party after dinner.

Using the expert advice provided by our recommended wedding professionals in addition to the interview questions located in your Workbook will ensure you choose the perfect music and entertainment for your reception!

THE BRIDAL SURVIVAL WORKSHOP WEEKEND ~ June 26 & 27

June 4, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 1 Comment 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLANNING A WEDDING AND WERE AFRAID TO ASK!

The next Bridal Survival Workshop Weekend is June 26 & 27!!  Please join Boston Wedding Workbook recommended wedding professional In the PINK Ink & Fawcett Productions, Inc., for a fun and informative weekend!
This Workshop is geared to individuals getting married in 2011 or 2012.

Cost: $45.00 per couple. Limit of 125 Couples.
Accommodations at the Hilton Garden are at a rate of $109, taxes and hotel fees not included.

The Boston Wedding Workbook has partnered with Holly Fawcett of In the PINK Ink,  to participate in an interactive workshop covering all aspects of wedding planning. Holly will lead this workshop, along with some fantastic Boston/New England area wedding professionals, to answer all of your wedding planning questions as well as providing solutions to issues you may be facing.  A few of the topics to be discussed include:

• BUDGET • INTERVIEWING VENDORS • CEREMONY • RECEPTION• INVITATIONS• FLOWERS• PHOTOGRAPHS • CAKE AND PASTRIES • TRANSPORTATION • WEDDING ATTIRE • HONEYMOON

Day 1: June 26, 2010

6:00pm     Registration in the Hotel Lobby.
Each couple will receive a gift bag worth over $150 of coupons and gifts!

7:00pm     Fun, delicious & interactive cocktail hour.  Try a few signature cocktails with flair from our hip bartenders, drink delicious wine with our sommelier (pronounced some-mel-yea), and enjoy amazing hors d’oeuvres!

Day 2: June 27, 2010

After breakfast, come down refreshed and ready to ask your questions for our interactive panel session!  There will be fantastic prizes given away during this 2 hour session.

After lunch you will have the opportunity to review some outstanding wedding professionals in the area!

For details, email cs@inthepinkink.com or call 617-549-7702.

Don’t miss the fabulous coupon for the Boston Wedding Workbook at the Workshop!  And remember that, with the purchase of any Workbook, you receive a FREE honeymoon vacation certificate!

Book 4 = FREE Honeymoon Certificate!

May 18, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment 

Book at least 4 of our vendors and receive
a FREE honeymoon certificate on us!

Book at least 4 of the vendors featured on BostonWeddingWorkbook.com or in our Boston Wedding Workbook and receive a certificate for airfare for 2 from Boston to Cancun or a certificate for 7-nights hotel accommodations in Hawaii.

IT’S AS EASY AS 1 * 2 * 3

1: Use at least 4 of our featured vendors and remind them to put “Boston Wedding Workbook Client” next to your name on the contract.

2: Send an email to sara@bridalworkbook.com with the names of the 4 vendors you’re using.

3: We’ll confirm with the vendors and email your FREE vacation certificate within 24 hours.

DON’T MISS OUT!  CHECK IT OUT NOW!

Perfect Theme for Your Perfect Wedding (on a Budget)…

May 7, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment 

Every great event has a theme, and from the moment he asked you to marry him, your mind has been swirling around the details that will forever mark the moments of your exquisite image…Your vision, your theme.

From the moment your guests open the envelope,  you want them to remember even the smallest details of your special day. Although your invitations may be one of the last items chosen, they are eagerly awaited as a glimpse into a precious day spent with those you care about.  Your invitations set the tone for your wedding and reflect the personalities of both you and your groom.  You need the PERFECT invitation!

Boston Wedding Workbook chats with the experts in order to bring you the best information on all your wedding planning needs.  One of our favorite invitation professionals, Invitations by Brenda, gives you the opportunity to personalize and beautify your wedding invitations.  Check out a few of Brenda’s and Boston Wedding Workbook’s favorite designs…

Brenda offers custom wedding invitations and announcements, including a wide selection of styles and unique designs from the finest wedding invitation designers and manufacturers at discount prices.

Make sure you contact Invitations by Brenda for the fabulous details of ordering these gorgeous themed wedding assets.  Guess what else!!  Brenda offers a free price quote on ANY style wedding invitation design you find on the Internet, PLUS she’ll give an extra 25-35% discount!

As an added bonus, check out the beautiful invitation below.  It is part of one of the most phenomenal deals we have ever seen: 100 classic rose-style custom invitations, 100 RSVP cards, and 100 envelopes for only $80!

Don’t let your theme go unnoticed.  Share a piece of your wedding dream with your guests through your invitations.  Make sure to call Invitations by Brenda and mention the Boston Wedding Workbook!

Giving Back: Blooms of Hope’s Inspiring Mission

April 24, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 2 Comments 

Where flowers bloom, so does hope. ~ Lady Bird Johnson

Mission statement for one of our favorite florist in the Boston/New England area, every event graced by Blooms of Hope’s beautiful floral arrangements is another opportunity for Nicole to give back to her community.  Nicole Pirani, owner and lead floral designer of Blooms of Hope, has a unique and visionary business plan: Create floral works of art while giving hope and help to her community.

Since Blooms of Hope’s formation in February 2007, Nicole’s goal of  combining her two loves, special occasion flowers and non-profits, has become something of a novelty.  We must say that she has gone above and beyond.  Blooms of Hope gives 50%, (yes that’s half!) of all its profits to various charitable organizations.  In Nicole’s words, “this gives my clients an opportunity to buy something while also contributing to their communities.”

In 2008, Nicole discovered that floral wedding design was a perfect match for Blooms of Hope.  Check out a few of her gorgeous bouquets and remember that as far as your cash is concerned, half is guaranteed to be given back to the community.  And don’t forget about Blooms of Hope blog, a great resource to stay current while planning a wedding or any event!

Imagine being able to plan your dream wedding while helping and giving hope to someone in need.  Plus, if you spend at least $5,000 on your event, Nicole gives you free rein to choose which nonprofit organization will benefit from your wedding planning efforts!!  What better way to keep your wedding gorgeous while helping your community!

~ Photos by Judy West Photography

Finding Your “Perfect Fit” Photographer

April 19, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment 

When you are choosing a photographer, make sure that you consider the different types of photographs that you want and expect to receive from your wedding day.  You need to make sure that the professional you hire is capable of portraying your personal style while capturing the beginning of your life as a married couple.  There are many different kinds of photographs, so make sure to review which professional will meet your needs.

Classic Photojournalist.  You want the story of your wedding day captured in unique detail.  You will want to look for a photographer who is published regularly and genuinely loves a story.

Wedding Photojournalists.  The best of both worlds: Artistry in telling your story and beautiful, creative portraits.  You will want find a photographer who is current with the latest trends and has an experienced, artistic, story-telling eye.

Portrait & Wedding Photographer.  Portraits are very important to you.  You want creativity in the portraits as well as important moments captured.  Select a photographer with extensive portrait publications and some photojournalistic experience.

For more information and interview questions, check out the Photography section of your Boston Wedding Workbook and use one of our screened and highly recommended wedding photographers.

~ The Boston Wedding Workbook thanks DMPJ for their contributions to this post!

Going Green: What’s the Hype About Digital Photography?

April 1, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 1 Comment 

Many photographers have made the switch to digital photography over the last several years bringing a new trend that has proven advantageous for couples planning a wedding, as well as doing our part to preserve our ever-precious planet. What was so un-green about photography?

One photographer estimated that, over the course of nine years, their team of two photographers has saved the earth from approximately 18,750 rolls of film, 4,687 AA batteries, 1,578 camera batteries, and 4,468 gallons of toxic and corrosive chemicals used to process film.

By cutting down on processing chemicals, using rechargeable batteries, and doing without rolls of film, many of the best photographers have made going green great for our earth, as well as couples concerned with the environment and the product quality from their artistic professionals. The experts all seem to agree that there is virtually no difference when using digital photography instead of traditional methods. Photographers who keep on top of their industry are typically much more concerned with educating themselves and producing a superior product.

Bridal Networks is a big supporter of considering our planet when choosing your photographer, but we also want you to remember the basics: match a photographer’s style to your tastes. While you want to stay within your budget, you don’t want to sacrifice your captured memories for mediocre impressions of your wedding.

Make sure to ask questions during your interview that will give you insight into the photographer’s motivation, product, and equipment. For important and necessary questions, bring our workbook to the interview!  Being mindful of the environment is another way to add significance and beauty to your wedding!

~Special thanks to Aaronstadt Studios and DMPJ
for their contributions to this article

Welcoming Spring with Beautiful Engagement Photos

April 1, 2010 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment