Archive for September, 2010

South Bend, Indiana Wedding Photography | August 7, 2010

Photographer: Katie Whitcomb | Photographers, Ceremony Venue: Christian Life Center, Reception Venue: St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church, Florist: Creative Elegance, Caterer: Callahan’s Catering, Cake: Coleman Cakes, DJ: Geno Johnson, Band: Dick Diamond & the Dusters, Make-up: Camellia Cosmetics

William and Nicole first met in a dining hall at Purdue University early freshmen year. Their memories are very faint of what actually occurred during their quick lunch together, but Nicole knew that he was amazing and perfect for her.  Despite William not calling her when he had her number, she knows he liked her too! For the next year, William and Nicole saw each other around campus, especially the dining hall. Fortunately, the two students had biology lab together.  While William learned about cells, Nicole just studied William. Halfway through the semester, William and Nicole finally went on their first date and have been inseparable since.

After announcing to both his and Nicole’s parents that he had purchased a ring, William proposed to Nicole at Purdue where it all began.  He completely surprised Nicole by telling her they were attending an open house at the Ross Ade Pavillon (football stadium sky box), where she always jokes about attending games as alumni together. After the door being locked and having to call to get let in, Nicole was guided to the 5th floor for the surprise of her life.  Nicole noticed rose pedals on the floor but was still clueless as to what to expect.  Overlooking the campus, was a table setup with a picture of the couple, a card and flowers awaiting Nicole. Instantly she begins crying and attempting not to mess up her make-up. After reading in the card “You are so suite!”, Nicole laughs that he spelled sweet wrong. Next the couple follows the rose pedals into the suite and it all makes sense. Inside the suite, were more flowers and a picture with a small empty box. Looking confused not to find a present, Nicole looks up and William presents her with a beautiful engagement ring.

I wanted it to feel heavenly, so that’s why I wanted blue, white & silver.

We found our reception venue at Elkhart’s Bridal Show. They had a great, inexpensive menu to choose from. More importantly the location was perfect and the hall was beautiful.

There was a good connection I felt when I first met with you. I really liked the quality and style of your photos and your attention details.

We really wanted to incorporate our Boilermaker pride without being tacky, so we decided on a Purdue table to have all our black and gold decorations, candy and amazing Purdue groom’s cake. In addition to the photo booth, it served as a wedding favor.

I wanted the wedding to be simply, classic and elegant, so I choose a white rose with blue tips.

Although we wanted to be simple, we also wanted a slight variety, so we have a square 4-tier cake with blue ribbon on each tier and our monogram on top.

Walking out of the church hand-in-hand with William with the biggest smile and the limo ride to the hotel as we both reflected on how perfect the day was.

Don’t over do it! Simple makes it short and sweet. Also, plan not to be busy the day before or day of the wedding. Just enjoy your family and friends.

To view more images from their day go to: http://pictage.com/750631