Simplicity Styled Shoot - Moss Denver - January 20th 2018
Coordinating: Mathews Weddings and Events, Mariana Ziegler Photography and Kristen Duncan Photography
Venue: Moss Denver
Photographer: Mariana Zielger Photography
Floral Design: Madelyn Claire Floral Design
Calligraphy: Plan My Wedding Please
Backdrop: Rachel Wadlow Art
Makeup and Hair: Captivate Beauty
Dresses: Bella Bridemaids
Tux: Ted's Clothier
Cake: Little Bites Bakery
Bread and Pastries: Rebel Bread
Gift Baskets: Bundles Gift Co.
Men's Details: Spruce
Photographer: Myra Hernandez Photography
Coordinator: Mathews Weddings and Events
Dress: Luv Bridal
Tux: Teds Clothier
Flowers: Two Women and a Truck
Invites: Pink Champange Paper Co.
Cake: Tee and Cakes
Makeup: Megan at Captivate Beauty
Hair: Tera at Captivate Beauty
My vision for our intimate styled shoot was wanting to focus on what matters. A lot of times brides think of weddings as only a large event with every family member and friend they could imagine in attendance. Although that is not a bad thing, not all brides desire that or can afford it. I really wanted this styled shoot to show the raw moments of what an intimate wedding can be. Intimate weddings for me are all about gathering immediate family and a few close friends to witness a lifetime union before God. Celebrating this special moment can go by so quickly and get lost in your wedding budget and all the "add on's" that come with planning a wedding. But if you want to focus on the true reason for your wedding day, an intimate wedding is the best option for you. And, if you still desire to celebrate with all your other family members and friends, having a post wedding celebration reception is a great option. Everyone can eat, drink, and be merry while they celebrate your marriage.
Because of what I envisioned for this shoot, I knew Alta Viola's House inside of Sweet Legacy Vintage Rentals was the perfect place to host our shoot. These ladies at Sweet Legacy care about your present and your future. They desire to assist you with what ever event you are planning. With our intimate wedding styled shoot they created the perfect intimate ceremony space complete with cozy and darling couches and chairs. It was so perfect and so romantic with the string lighting.
Our photographers for our shoot were Rachel Traxler Photography and Selycia Yang Photography. Both ladies edit it two totally different ways and that is what I love. Rachel has a moody style but her photos are also bright and warm. She did an amazing job at capturing raw moments. Selycia's style is very bright and airy and she does an amazing job capturing the details of love with her fine art photography. Both captured the beauty of the couple and the vendor items perfectly and I was so thankful to have them both on board!
I wanted our color palette to embody the holiday, but not be taken over by it. We chose a lot of jewel tones; Burgundy, reds, purples, with hints of greens and blues. I feel like all these colors added to the romantic feel but yet still showing the season in which the wedding (shoot) was in.
The vendors who were a part of our shoot were so amazing to work with. Sugarspoon Desserts showed such attention to detail in our two tiered Burgundy and white cake. She truly can create anything you can imagine. This cake was the perfect touch of YUM to our intimate shoot. Our Makeup artist Kaili gave us exactly what we asked of her, a subtle smokey eye with a dark lip. Hair stylist Krista took the reigns and loved the outcome. A nice relaxed curl with some detail of a braid to pull the models hair out of her face.
Becky Geboy with Rebecca Kay Designs gave us gorgeous flower arrangements that complimented out color palette so well. Our desire was to have lots of greenery with touches of red, Burgundy, and anything else she wanted to throw in. Her arrangements were constructed beautifully and she was such a pleasure to work with.
Our dress and tux vendor was Foreign 5 in Chippewa Falls. Foreign 5 was amazing to work with. They had a great selection of gowns and the convenience of offering tuxes as well was the cherry on top. The store manager Kathy was so helpful in finding a gown that really embodied the simplicity yet elegance of the day.
And for planning, design, Calligraphy and invite suite work it was myself, Samantha Mathews with Mathews Weddings and Events. From contacting vendors, organizing a day of shoot timeline, getting logistics in order and to designing the calligraphy work and invite suite, this shoot came together so well. It was such a pleasure dreaming up this shoot with these vendors. I am beyond thankful to have had the opportunity to meet them as well to show brides how beautiful, affordable, and doable an intimate wedding can be. Any bride deserves to focus all of her time and effort on her blooming relationship and thats what an intimate wedding can be for you.
Our lovely models, Mariah and Steve, are newly married and they brought so much love to this shoot. Each photo captures their TRUE love. This was not posed or fake, you can tell every shoot they were fully in and so in love with each other. From the moment I saw their connection in photos, I knew they were going to be the best models. So thankful to have had a couple who was okay letting us capture their love. Who doesn't love hugging and kissing on your significant other?! :) Congrats to the newlyweds and our model couple, Mr. and Mrs. Hokanson.
To those dreaming up your own intimate wedding, if it includes everything that you hold dear, it be beautiful and so meaningful.
Here is a list of the amazing vendors we worked with:
Coordinating/invite suite/Calligraphy: FB: Mathews Weddings and Events. IG: @mathewsWeddingsandevents Website: www.mathewsweddingsandevents.com
Venue/Rentals: FB: Sweet Legacy Vintage Rentals IG: @sweetlegacyvintag Website: www.sweetlegacy.net
Photographer: FB: Rachel Traxler Photography IG: @racheltraxler. Website: www.racheltraxler.com
Second Shooter (photos not posted yet): FB: Selycia Yang Photography IG: @selyciayangphotography Website: https://selyciayangphotography.pixieset.com
Dress/Tux: FB: Foreign 5 of Chippewa Falls IG: @foreign5chippewa Website: http://foreign5.com
Cake: FB: Sugarspoon Desserts IG: @sugarspoondesserts
Floral: FB: Rebecca Kay Designs
Makeup: FB: Kaili Amrein Enger IG: @makeup.by.kaili
Hair: FB: IG:@_hairbykrista Models: Mariah and Stephan Hokanson
Miller Wedding - Timberline Barn - October 27, 2017
Coordinating: Mathews Weddings and Events
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Timberline Barn
Photographer: Inner Images Photography
Officiant: Todd Carter with Marriages By Design
Floral Design: Shannon's Custom Florals
Rehearsal Dinner Catering: Curly Que's Catering
Reception Catering: Infused Catering
Hair: Jordan Jones
Makeup: Natalie at Timberline Barn
Dress: Norman's
Tux: Karl's Tuxedo
DJ: DJ Ryan Ess
"Wow! I can’t even begin to explain how great this team really is!! Sam is so thoughtful and is so involved. I can’t tell you how many times I would text her about the smallest detail and she responded like it was the most important thing ever. Not to mention handling us losing our officiant a month away from our wedding (don’t worry, she found one and saved the day)! Sam is so thoughtful and professional and I can never thank her or her team for helping with our special day!! My husband and I are so blessed to have met them. We not only gained an amazing coordinating team, but we gained friends!! As I started wedding planning, I didn’t even think I needed a coordinator. I met Sam and Dan at a bridal expo and the moment I met them I knew I needed them in my life. Boy was I right! I know for a fact my day would not have run so smoothly without their guidance. Our day was absolutely perfect". -Jaci
Ebert Wedding - Old Towne Event Center - October 8, 2017
Coordinating: Mathews Weddings and Events
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Old Towne Event Center
Photographer: Gareth Paterson Photography
Floral and Ceremony Backdrop: Shannons Custom Floral
Cake: Charity Fent Cake Designs
Makeup: Airbrush by Andie
Hair: Anna
Catering: Godfathers Pizza
Drinks:
DJ: Gabe Erlich with All About You Photography and Sound
Dress:
Tux:
Rings:
Smith Wedding - Haseltine Estate - June 3, 2017
Coordinating: Mathews Weddings and Events
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Haseltine Estate
Photographer: Alison Harp Photography
Videographer: Devote Weddings
Floral Design: Kim Hardin Design
Calligraphy: White Church Paper CO.
Catering: Simply Delicious
Rings: Mitchum Jewelers
Dress: Designer is Rosa Clara from Alice In Ivory Boutique
Tux: Hugo Boss
DJ: Tim Herbel
Photography: Sheri Holloway Photography
Videography: Devote Weddings
Coordinating and Design: Mathews Weddings and Events
Cake: Junes Bakery
Fashion ring, necklace: Mitchum Jewelry
Flowers: Rosewood Floral
Rental Items: Vintage Rental Company
Decor Items: The Avant Gard’n
Dress: Normans Bridal
Tux: Karls Tuxedo
Catering: Simply Delicious
Hair and Makeup: Jillian with Gloss Makeup and Hair
Invite Suite: Lilac Paperie
Grey Wedding - Mighty Oak Lodge - July 8, 2017
Venue: Mighty Oak Lodge
Photography: Adam Williams Photography
Videographer: Aperture Video
Coordinator: Mathews Weddings and Events (Basic Package)
Floral: The Thicket
Dress: Breeze Bridal
Jewelry: Justice Jewelers
Tux: Paul Phillips Formal Wear
Bridesmaids Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu
Hair: A Valerie Boss Salon
Makeup: Lakynn Spence
Catering: Infused Catering
Cake: Piece of Cake Bakery
Decorater: Susan York
Officiant: Doug Oss
DeVries Wedding - Central Assembly
Dress: Touch of Class
Tux: Mens Warehouse
Flowers: Linda's Flowers
Photographer: Meg White Photography
Ceremony Venue: Central Assembly of God
Reception Venue:
"Kyle and I got married at Central Assembly of God on July 23rd, 2016. We needed someone to help with pre-ceremony and ceremony coordinating on the day of our wedding and Samantha was great to work with! Samantha and her husband Dan ran the rehearsal quickly and smoothly. We all felt confident of where we were suppose to be and when. As a bride she put my mind at ease. I knew that my wedding ceremony was in her hands. She sat down with me and went through my entire wedding timeline. I had full confidence that she would make sure the ceremony ran smoothly. Samantha is detailed oriented, organized, and excited about her job. She is so easy to get a hold of and gets things done fast! Anytime I had a question, she answered it promptly. Her problem solving skills are impeccable! I am blessed to have had Samantha coordinate my wedding ceremony. Kyle and I appreciate everything she did to make our wedding ceremony a success. If you have the opportunity to work with Samantha and Dan, do so. You will not regret it!" -Hannah
Photographer: Hannah Arnzen Photographry
Second Shooter: Shana Lynn Photography
Venue: Private Property
Planning: Mathews Weddings and Events
Styling: Taff Designs
Dresses: Ella Weiss Wedding Design and The Dress Bridal Boutique
Mens Attire: Modern Society Men's Shop
Rings and Men's Watches: Mitchum Jewelers
Jewelry: Litva's
Makeup: Morgan Ashly
Floral: Kim Hardin Design
Rentals: Eventful Rental and Swept Away Event Rentals
Ring Boxes and Card Box: Burlap and Linen
Place Cards and Invite Suite: White Church Paper Co.
Cake: Cake Worthy Design
Kalil Wedding - Top of the Rock - May 20, 2017
Photographer: Alec Vanderbloom
Coordinating: Mathews Weddings and Events. Full Planning Package
Venue: Top of the Rock Chapel
Floral: The Thicket
Cake: Cake Worthy Design
DJ: All Pro DJ
Photography: Shea Brianne Photography
Second Shooter: Hannah Arnzen Photography
Planning and Design: Mathews Weddings and Events
Venue: Blossom Thime Hill
Stationary: White Church Paper Co.
Floral: He Loves Me Flowers
Rentals: Eventful Rentals
Moscato: Crown Valley Brewery
Cake and Sweets: Sweet Haus Bakery
Dress: Normans Bridal
Tux: Karls Tuxedo
Jeweler: Mitchum Jewelers
Hair: Bethany Garcia with A Valerie Boss Salon
Makeup: Brooke Messer
Art: AJ's Art Gallery
Nelson Wedding - Lodge at Quiet Waters - August 2016
Dress: Norman's Bridal
Flowers: He Loves Me Flowers
Photographer: Kailey Watson Photography
Venue: The Lodge at Quiet Waters
Caterer: Dining by Design
"During my wedding planning process I was confident I didn't need a wedding coordinator or planner. It wasn't until weeks before my wedding that I realized I was doomed and needed help. Sam and Dan were more than willing to help me get my wedding organized. The rehearsal and day of the wedding would not have been as organized and smooth if they were not there to help coordinate family, friends, and of course me! My wedding was a dream come true, and it's thanks to the Mathews team. I would absolutely suggest them to anyone planning a wedding or big event!" - Ranisa
Blake and Larissa - Private Property - April 2016
Photographer: Pollock Pictures
Videographer: Pollock Pictures
"Dan and Samantha Mathews were the most incredible hosts that a couple could have for their wedding. Not only did they allow us to use their beautiful property for our special day, but they also helped us with all aspects of set up and coordinating on the days leading up to the wedding and the big day itself. Dan used his super human man strength to help set up the teepees and Samantha used her brilliantly beautiful mind and kind heart to bless our family with her wonderful wedding planning ideas, keeping our wedding party in line, and everything in order. We cannot thank them enough for opening up their home and property to our crazy families and for their amazing hospitality! We will always remember our wedding day and the beautiful couple who helped put all of the pieces in place". - Larissa
