We have long looked forward to the opportunity to be part of a bridal fair. But it was always one of those kind of "far-off" dreams. Well... not anymore!!! Yesterday, Jill & Kay Photography had their very own booth at the Wedded Bliss Bridal Show in Longview!
Hours were spent tossing around different backdrop ideas. After a dozen different thoughts, all going in different directions, a rough, white-washed look won the contest. We were SO pleased with how it turned out. (Especially since we came out of the process with very few splinters!)
Our first Texas wedding was proudly displayed in a canvas grouping.
The runway show drew quite a crowd, and rightly so! The gals who modeled the dresses did a great job.
You may not realize it... but truly - Jill & Kay Photography is a family affair. Mom is with us on just about every photoshoot and Dad calls himself the "silent partner." (But I think "quiet" is more accurate than "silent.") :) And for the show - Dad built our backdrop, and Mom helped us run errands and put packages together... and so much more! Truly - we couldn't have done it without them.
(And a special thank you to Mr. Maurice, who helped us haul our backdrop to and from the convention center!)
Today, we had a mini shoot on our carport to show off a few of the elements of our booth that you might have missed if you were at the fair, and that you definitely missed if you weren't there.
This old fan came from my Pa-paw's attic. When we asked if we could have it, he couldn't figure out why in the world we would want to take it home. (It doesn't work and it weighs a ton.) I called him today to tell him how many comments we received on that little fan, and he promptly informed me that he wants it back. (I say... tough luck Granddad.) ;)
Our hot chocolates were a huge hit yesterday - with brides, grooms, and moms alike. Plus, it was the perfect day for hot chocolate... seeing as how it was just downright COLD. (And thank you so much Mrs. Sandi, for helping us put these together while you were on vacation in the Lone Star state!!!)
For our brides: a special package of information complete with a pennant and hand stamped tree.
We enjoyed the opportunity to show off some of the old cameras we've been collecting. Though a few people commented on the fact that they actually used some of them when they were younger. :)
Congratulations to Chelsea Q. for winning our "I'm the Bride" tote yesterday at the fair! And out of 219 entries... congrats to Jennifer B., who won a free session from today's drawing!
We had an absolute blast being able to participate in the bridal fair, effectively kicking off the new Texas version of Jill & Kay Photography. We are so looking forward to the photographs and relationships that will come in 2013!
We'll leave you with a short video clip. It might amuse you... it definitely amused the vendors around our booth! :)
"... a cheerful look brings joy to the heart." - Proverbs 15:30
Jill & Kay
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