Wedding Cake: Yay or Nay?

August 16, 2016 by Carl Kerridge

You just had your ceremony, everyone is dancing at the reception and it’s time to cut the wedding cake. It is one of the most fun parts of your wedding day, especially as everyone waits in anticipation for what will happen next. So what will your cake table look like? Will it be a traditional wedding cake with classic icing and topper, or will you choose something with a more modern twist?

Here are some of the trendy ideas hitting the wedding scene as alternates to the wedding cake:

– Waffle/Pancake/Crepe wedding tiers
– Donut cake
– Cake Pops
– Wedding pies (big and little)
– Dessert Bar
– Ice Cream Truck and sandwiches
– Cupcakes
– Desserts in engraved glasses (to combine the wedding favors)
– Chocolate Foundations
– S’mores
– Cookies
– Macaroons Tiers
– Creme Brulee Bowls
-Cheese Tiers

Everyone knows that it’s important to choose the right wedding cake that will match your style of wedding. It should be decorated carefully so that every detail is exquisite. The icing and batter should be just right so that all its yummy goodness delights your guests. Whatever fills the desires of your heart, the wedding cake bakers of Myrtle Beach can make your dreams come true. Now, there’s only one question that remains…..

To cake smash, or not to cake smash?

Some of our favorite Wedding cake and dessert vendors along the Grand Strand (in alphabetical order)

In case you do decide to hire us for your wedding photography, please note that we love all types of cake but are not overly fussy about shells of fake flower topers. We do however love a great red velvet cake or those tasty salted caramel cupcakes, yum yum yum!!. For more information about our wedding services please visit www.carlkerridgephotography.com, email [email protected] or call us 843.333.1212.

Elegant Wedding on the Inlet

July 29, 2016 by Carl Kerridge

The Brown-Boy married the Howard-Girl in this family-oriented, classic and elegant wedding in Murrells Inlet.

Both sides of this family are super sweet people and welcomed us like family. The bride and groom choose a private residence facing Murrells Inlet to say their vows and even with large wind gusts, the beauty of the day was unparalleled.

Our bride, Annah, is the cousin of one my former brides and that’s how she became acquainted with my work. When we were going over details of her upcoming wedding day, I realized that I knew part of their guest list. Matter of fact, there were quite a few familiar faces I enjoyed reconnecting with! That’s the real beauty of having an established business, building relationships and getting great referrals from past clients who trust and love your work.

One of the most notable parts of the wedding day were the children. It is truly amazing to witness how the children were incorporated into the wedding day, this family was close! in fact their entire “Bridal Party” was made up of siblings and their kids. The girls were adorable in their flower crowns and the boys looked sharp in their tailored tan suites. These tender touches stayed in the atmosphere all night from the first dance through to the sparkler exit.

Annah and Joseph epitomize southern elegance and charm. One of the memorable moments of the wedding day was when Annah walked down the aisle. Joseph’s reaction took me by surprise. His emotions at seeing his bride was nothing short of tear-jerking. I saw them after their honeymoon (at the Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman, Seven Mile Beach – Yes this is important info!) and my assistant asked how they liked being newly weds? Annah just looked up at Joseph and her eyes said it all. We all laughed and joked. I know that they both are still in a blessed state of bliss that only true love brings. Congratulations to my awesome love-birds, and until next time!

Vendors:

Hair/Makeup: Vanity Salon

Elegant Wedding Dress: Charlotte Jones (Center Stage)

Suites: BLACK by Vera Wang (Jos A Bank)

Wedding Planner: Debi Hamilton

Officiant: Dr. Wayne Brown

Catering: The Original Benjamin’s

Video: Joe Courrier

Cake: Incredible Edibles Bakery

Florists: Gale Richardson

Entertainment: Matt Jones

Live Painter: April Bensch

Violinist: Seth G.

Steel Drums: Carmen with “Surfside Groove”

Bridesmaids Dresses Sparkle at 21 Main at North Beach

July 19, 2016 by Carl Kerridge

Look at those bridesmaids dresses! I love them! Nothing better for a wedding day than a little sparkle to go with the bling at North Beach Plantation.

I’ve known Lisa’s parents for a while now. They’ve always encouraged and supported my fine art and philanthropic work in the community, so I was thrilled to document the marriage of their eldest daughter (and to have just been booked to shoot the youngest daughter’s wedding next year).

Lisa and Ryan are a true class act, their wedding was a great blend of friends hanging out, family involvement and dance floor shenanigans. Even the bridal party introductions, with DJ Ryan Robinson from GlobalTruth Entertainment, became a break dance contest and these bridesmaids and groomsmen really knew how to get down. One thing that really stood out was how Ryan was crazy about Lisa. His best-man even told how Ryan began ‘designing’ himself around the husband he intended to be. During ‘toast time’ we also learned how comical Lisa and her sister are and got a feel for how much teasing goes on between the two girls. Oh, their poor brother, he must have grow up being double teamed.

And hey, the only way to end the night was to have a Red Viper as the get away car. I know Lisa smiled as Ryan handled the beauty like a pro (without striping the gears), after all, he’d drove a manual for the first time only 3 days before.

We wish Lisa and Ryan many happy years to come and hope their friends and family keep the laughing.

Vendors:

Location: North Beach Plantation

Caterer: 21 Main at North Beach

Music: Global Truth Entertainment

Cake : Buttercream Cakes & Catering

Flowers: Darrell Senter with D G Senter Designs

Hair & Makeup: Hair by Orlando

Dresses: Gown Boutique of Charleston

Wedding Carriage Ride

July 12, 2016 by Carl Kerridge

Someone’s favorite Disney movie must have been Cinderella, and why not? Cinderella and her prince got the wedding carriage ride, so our Myrtle Beach couple did too!

Kerri and Jeffery are a fun couple. I couldn’t have thought of any better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Everything about this wedding was magical, from jumping the broom to the sparkler exit. Adding the harpist for the ceremony created so much ambiance to the wedding too. The large group shot with the horse and carriage, was one of the most hilarious parts of the day. Not wanting to startle the little pony, I asked everyone to quietly hip-hip-hooray and put their hands in the air. The entire group did just exactly that! It was awesome!

After the couple’s wedding carriage ride, we ventured upstairs to a stunning reception room. Corina Silva did a stunning job with the design of the ceremony and receptions atmosphere. It was filled with tasteful decor, lovely personal touches, and bold colors. Who could forget the dance off?! Jeffery was so laid back and entertaining and Kerri’s choices proved to be top notch in all respects, even after the wedding.

It’s becoming more rare to receive thank-you notes. I was pleasantly surprised to open my mail box and find envelopes for me and my assistant. Every thoughtful and purposeful action of their wedding was a reflection of who the couple were as people. I whole-heartedly enjoyed our letters. I have deep gratitude and fond memories of Kerri and Jeff, and look forward to keeping in touch with the bride and groom. Last but not least, yes, they are living happily every after!

To see more of their special day, check out their wedding video in the link below!

Kerri and Jeffery’s Wedding Montage

Vendors:

Cake: Krystal Agic at Cake That Inc.

Dj: Joe Durivage at Myrtle Beach DJ

Floral Arrangements: Corina Silva

Location and Catering: Island Vista Resort

Hair: Sara at Fantastic SAMs

Wedding Dress: Bridal Nook

Harpist: Becky Nissen

Wedding Carriage Ride: S and S Carriage Rides

Wedding Details

July 5, 2016 by Carl Kerridge

The most important of the wedding details is love.

“Love is overcoming obstacles, facing challenges…” I’ve read the quotes plenty of times, I think all couples do. When was the last time you sat and consciously appreciated love by itself? When it comes to a wedding, it is so easy to get consumed in all the wedding details. In the hype of all the planning and decorating, how do you make love stand out more than everything else?

Lisa and Will, a lovely couple, planned a destination wedding here in Myrtle Beach. Lisa perfected the day and Will brought the humor. While we were shooting, I kept thinking that this is a strong woman and a strong couple and yet so easy going. It was hard not to relax into this family. So what was the difference, right?

One of Lisa’s wedding details was a golden broach with turquoise and white stones. I remember carefully laying it down and positioning it in macro shots and taking great care of giving it back to her. It was Will’s grandmother’s, and she wouldn’t be attending. I imagine it tenderly touched the groom’s heart when he saw the broach on his bride’s bouquet. It is little acts of thoughtfulness like this that speaks volumes in quite corners and years to come.

It also reminded me how it isn’t the struggles that end up defining us, but the commitment to overcoming the struggles together. How many times do we realize these truths unless they’re staring us in the face? It’s, “fighting to be together, holding on and never letting go.” I believe to speak anything of Lisa and Will’s wedding is to say that they do this, they love in the kindest of ways, and I believe they will have many joyous years dancing to, “I’m Yours.”

Before the day was over, my couple reminded me of one other very important detail….Have every bit of fun along the way.