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19th May, 2008

belinda and dr. h

I’ve made some major accomplishments in the last couple of weeks, so I am happy to finally take some time to blog about one of the absolute most fun weddings ever!

Belinda and Dr. H’s wedding was the last wedding for me in 2007. They were married at the chapel at Lake Junaluska on a cold and rainy December afternoon with the reception following at Crest Center. A few things that I learned about Dr. H very quickly – he is passionate about food, he LOVES music and his goal in life is to make Belinda happy. On Friday night at the rehearsal dinner at The Sunset Inn, after a magnificent meal prepared by Chef Vincent, H presented Belinda with a limited edition signed lyrics to one of the last songs written by John Lennon. The next afternoon, the bride walked down the aisle to the same song, “Grow Old with Me”.

Dr. H’s daughter, Leigh, and Belinda put together a winter wonderland theme and Stacey at The Bloom Room absolutely transformed The Crest Center. It was the most elaborate decor I have seen and was wonderful! The tables were named with the words “I love you” in many different languages.

And now the fun part! They had an Elvis performance during the reception. It was top secret, only a few people knew it was happening ahead of time. After dinner was served and Dr. H and others made a few toasts, the lights went down low. The band with the full horn section came on stage. If you ever saw Elvis perform or on TV, you know the song!!! The drums did the famous, intro beat and as the room went dark, H was so excited he was bouncing in his seat! The spotlight hit Elvis and it was magical. The next hour and half was just FUN!!! Lou Vuto doesn’t really impersonate Elvis – his performance is more of a salute to Elvis. Of course Belinda got the first scarf and kiss, but it was the scarf and kiss to H’s mother as she stood at the edge of the stage that was one of my all time favorite wedding moments!

Check out the slideshow!

I just love the snowflakes and white roses. Stacey always does beautiful work!

Yet another beautiful cake by Cakes by Jane!

I think the signature drinks were a huge Elvis hint – very “Blue Hawaii”.

This is actually Lou’s son on the drums.

LOVE IT!!!

Check out Lou at The Memories Theatre in Pigeon Forge.

Special thanks to Mike McKinney for passing along my info to Dr. H and to Corey Cagle for 2nd shooting with me.

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25th February, 2008

regina holder photographer – grand opening party

I was so excited to finally have my studio ready to have people over to celebrate my grand opening. My studio is at Biltmore Park, One Town Square, just off I-26 at Long Shoals Road. Even though I found this incredible space last fall, I was moving residences and in the busiest month of the year, so I didn’t really utilize it until January when the first clients met with me. For the party, I invited wedding vendors that I have worked with, a few that I really hope to work with and some close photographer friends over for some chocolate martinis and hors d’ oeuvres. I can’t tell you how incredible it was to have so many awesome people come by to celebrate with me!

I have so many people to thank:

My friend and fellow photographer, Corey Cagle, who helped me carry in everything, rearrange furniture and hang the new canvas prints. She is always such a huge support to me and I appreciate her so much!!!!

Nicole from Verge Events talked me through numerous frantic phone calls and helped me figure out everything. There were so many things that I had never thought of. She was a lifesaver at the last minute and I couldn’t have done it without her.

Blossoms at Biltmore Park – Audrey made the GORGEOUS floral arrangements. They were perfect!!! and Alan saved the day when the bags I bought for the cookies were too small.

Nick at 28806 Deli did an amazing job with the food. I LOVE the mini ruebens that they do (and I don’t even really like ruebens that much). Everything was incredible and he even came back the next day to pick everything up.

Dylan from Blazin Sounds Entertainment set up custom lighting for the party. I love that he was able to take a boring flourescent lit hallway and uplight it purple to set the environment. He even projected stars on the black ceiling – how cool!

Penelope at Classic Event Rental, who got stuck at work and didn’t make it to the party, was so fantastic and had even referred a bride to me the day after I talked to her. Here’s the big “green” tip of the day – rent your plates! It is way cheaper and much nicer than paper or plastic.

Lisa McMillan, Exquisite Events, who bless her was sick with the flu, was still worried about helping me. She came by with all the martini shakers early that morning so she wouldn’t get anyone sick.

My friends at LaCour in Atlanta sent flowers since they couldn’t come and the sweetest note that absolutely made my day. My friends and baby clients Emily and Dawn sent a beautiful orchid that I get to enjoy – it’s even purple and brown! A special thanks also to my former brides and friends, Jennifer and Rita, that bartended and were both a HUGE help!

Karen from Brown’s Floral Design laughs as Corey Cagle races to get out of this room shot.

Patti from Shay Brown Events, Maggie Schlubach and Telle from Chez Nous