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07.21.2010

Summer and Matthew were married at one of the prettiest places I have ever seen. The drive up was windy and crazy, but beautiful and memorable. This wedding had a whimsical circus theme that had fun written all over it. There were no bearded ladies, but party this crowd did!!
I will update this post with the details soon. I just wanted to get this up with pics first. I am so excited to show you this. Lots of thought and preparation and love went into this wedding and I believe you will agree...Even with 103 degree fever and strep throat, it was one of my favorites this year!

Ceremony Site: Pretty Place Chapel

Reception Site/Catering - Wyche Pavilion at Larkins on the River
DJ: Vic Thomas with Alleycats Mobile Dance Party
http://www.alleycatsdj.com/
Cake- Gretchen's ABS Cakes - Gretchen Groundsell
Flowers- Bought at Carlstedt's Wholesale and designed by bride's mother, Gloria Isreal Barker
**Her mother also handmade all of the red and white pennants!
Bridesmaid Dresses- Lula Kate, purchased at Bella Bridesmaid
Bride's Dress- First dress- designed by Christos, purchased at Poinsett Bride
Second dress- purchased from LightintheBox.com
Groom/Groomsmen Attire - JCrew
Lighting- Optrics
Day-of Coordination- Jennifer Wahlquist
Kissing Booth/Stand Up Cutout- built by Matthew Johnson :) and artwork by Andrea Christopher Snipes
Invitations: designed by Andrea Harrel

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Hi-Fi Weddings says:

OH WOW! if the couple wants to share their music info then i'd LOVE to feature this on hi-fi weddings!!! fabulous shots and i love all the details! looks so FUN! xox

(07.22.10 @ 12:41 AM)

Summer says:

I feel so lucky to have found you to photograph our day. You're such an artist, Ashley. We absolutely adored the pics and can't wait to see the rest! You are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(07.22.10 @ 12:09 PM)

Rebecca Daniels says:

OMG! This looked like such a FANTABULOUS wedding - I love all of it!! Can't wait to see more of them!

(07.22.10 @ 02:58 PM)

Matt says:

The photos look great Ashley! You are super talented - can't wait to see the rest!

(07.22.10 @ 10:26 PM)

Kristin Williams says:

I hate that I didn't get to go with on this wedding.... looks like it was awesome...I love the blue & red together....HOT!! I love downtown Greenville too!!

(07.22.10 @ 10:27 PM)

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Emily & Justin

07. 1.2010

So I had the pleasure and adventure of going to Savannah to photograph a beautiful couple that will be married in less than 2 weeks. I will be heading back to Savannah for the wedding and couldn't be more excited. I had a great time and we finished right before the storm of the month...or the week. Who knows it seems to rain there every afternoon. But anyway..here goes.

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Dina says:

These pictures are great! I love how the couple is having so much fun in them!

(07.13.10 @ 11:35 PM)

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Michaela + Jeremy

05.21.2010

Michaela is one of the most ravishing brides I have ever shot! Her bridal session was another of my very favorites. Her and Jeremy were married at the Springdale House in West Columbia on my birthday (April 24th). There is nothing like wedding cake on your bday. The day provided clouds and showers, but it didn't faze this fabulous bride. I couldn't tell if she was mad about the weather. Everything was perfect no matter what the sky did. We got some pictures outside when the sprinkles let up after the ceremony. Her sisters were some of her bridesmaids and I loved seeing them interact. The hair that was done for this wedding is my favorite wedding hair to date. Very Guinevere in my humble opinion...
I loved this wedding...loved the father/daughter relationship...love Jeremy (he was in the Air Force, love that!)...love the Springdale House & Gardens...the whole wedding was just fantastic from start to finish. These two were surrounded by tons of people come rain or shine that are crazy about them and couldn't wait to witness them starting a beautiful life together!!!

Bride's Dress:
Crystal Crane Bridal from the Winnie Couture Collection
Florist:
Roses Florist
Venue- Ceremony/Reception:
Springdale House & Gardens
Catering:
Sprindale House & Gardens
Cake:
Parkland Cakes
Bride/Bridesmaid Hair stylist:
Joyce from Avalon Salon
Bridesmaid Dresses:
Alfred Angelo
Men's Tuxedos:
Men's Warehouse

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kristin williams says:

Stunning... What a stunning bride!! Love the hair, the shoes, the dress, the details and especially the sweet pictures of her & her dad :) She is a natural beauty!! Great work (as always) my dear Ashley!

(05.22.10 @ 12:52 PM)

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Hilary

03. 4.2010

Hilary is one of the sweetest girls I have ever met. I smile when texts me, emails me...you smile just knowing she was thinking of you. She is one of those women that will make the greatest wife, the greatest mom...you get the point. She is genuine and just a fun person to be around. I want to bottle Hilary and sell it...everyone would be richer with some Hilary in their life. I never blogged her bridal portraits and she deserves a post all about her. If you love Hilary, leave a comment. You know you all blow up her wall with comments ;) And just so you know Hil...you can tag me till the cows come home. I don't even mind!

and one of the most commented on facebook photos....This is one of my favorites, and used by 701 Whaley at their bridal show booth...get it girl ;)

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kristin williams says:

love me some Hilary!!

(03.08.10 @ 05:31 PM)

Hilary Roe Stover says:

Yay~ I just noticed this blog post! :-)
Ashley, not only are you the most talented photographer I've seen (and trust me everyone, I did my research on photographers), but you made these portraits fun, relaxing, and natural...You captured my excitement and joy of being a bride... and dang, you really captured my dress and all of the details I spent hours upon hours picking out.
To anyone looking at this blog and wondering which photographer to choose, there really is no choice... anyone who knows me knows my passion for photography and capturing "those moments"... and Ashley does that. Naturally and Perfectly.
Ashley, you'll continue to be my family's photographer at every milestone of our life!

(03.09.10 @ 06:08 AM)

Lauren says:

This photo is AWESOME!

(03.09.10 @ 10:36 PM)

Ashley Brokop says:

Hil....you are so sweet ;)

(03.23.10 @ 08:36 AM)

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Brittney + Greg: 1

12.11.2009

I have a trend going here...don't know whether good or bad, but here is part one for Britt and Greg. They were married in a quaint country church with a horse and buggy and and beautiful outside reception. Who doesn't love South Carolina where you can get married in a sleeveless gown in November and be totally comfortable. I have a vendor list and lots of pictures coming shortly.

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EncoreBride says:

These are wonderful Ashley, not to mention I love her gown and the scenery. Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day, everyone loves our pictures you took of us!

(12.15.09 @ 12:13 AM)

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jen + dom: 1

12. 7.2009

This wedding has no choice but to be a part one and two. This is the first installment.
I just want to say what a pleasure and a great time I had shooting their engagement session, the bridal session and now their wedding, From the flowers, to the veil, to the dress, to the catholic undertones, I loved it all. Jennifer has a personality that is so fantastic...her facial expressions are a photographer's dream...knowing them has been so super and I hope they like these images!!! The rest of the wedding coming up next. I know photos load slow on some computers so I broke this fabulous wedding up to give your eyes time to rest from all the fantasticness. ;) Plus get ready for some CRAZY dancing!!! People ask what my favorite things are about my job...reason #6 I love what i do....reception dancing...period.
love watching people get down...

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Jennifer says:

These pictures are GREAT!!! I love all of them. I know that I have already said this, but you are a terrific photographer!! I can't thank you enough for taking such wonderful pictures and capturing this special time. I love how you capture so much emotion. Thanks so much!! Jennifer and Dominique

(12.07.09 @ 09:42 PM)

bridget says:

great photos! i love the brides expressions! real life shots and emotions ROCK! congrats on being on weddingchicks.com. fun!!!

(12.10.09 @ 12:59 AM)

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