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Published in Destination I Do Magazine

Tuesday, August 23, 2011 Posted in Press & Features, The Latest, Weddings

I’m honored to be published in the Fall-Winter 2011 edition one of my FAVORITE national magazines - Destination I Do!

Lindsey and Nate‘s destination wedding in San Antonio Texas was featured as 1 of 5 Real Weddings in a special editorial piece – “What You Get for the Money.” The article features five weddings at different price-points and shows how each couple was able to pull off a gorgeous, personalized destination wedding while staying within budget.

The issue officially hit the stands today so be sure to check your local bookstore (or click here to subscribe online)!

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October 4, 2011 - 1:34 pm trachette - Chelsea! So great to see your latest feat....you seem to constantly one up yourself! Keep up the momentum. I'll make sure to get my copy :)

August 23, 2011 - 9:04 pm Elly T - congrats congrats congrats! Looks fabulous - I'll look for it in the store now! :-)

August 23, 2011 - 8:34 pm Melissa - This is awesome! Gorgeous work as always. :)

Rowena & JD’s Destination Wedding

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 Posted in Weddings

After all the fun we had photographing Rowena & J.D.’s engagement photos and fusion video last summer, I’m excited to finally share some images from the wedding! It took place at the Fairmont Hotel and gorgeous Ranch Golf Club in San Jose, CA.

One of the things I adore about these two is their energy and zest for life. It’s no surprise that they both share a love for bright, vibrant colors. It’s a reflection of who they are and the unique way they take on the world together. Their wedding was filled with white and sunny orange colors that were inspired by their favorite baseball team, the San Francisco Giants. These two have been together for over 12 years – yet when you see them together, you’d swear they’d fallen in love just yesterday.

Rowena & her bridesmaids walking to the limo and heading off to The Ranch:
I loved their wedding party – such a fun and stylish group of peeps! The adorable orange bridesmaid dresses are designed by Alfred Angelo.

I’m going to end with a few more of the fab newlyweds. Congrats guys!!! :-)

CREDITS
Photographer: Chelsea Nicole Photography
Cinematographer: Curtis Nemetz – Check out R+J’s highlights video here!
Ceremony & Reception Location: The Ranch Golf Club in San Jose, CA
H&M: Hair – Jennie Nguyenly, Antonette Gabriel (family friends)
Makeup - Diane Semanik
Floral: Nancy Nacionales

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July 12, 2011 - 10:13 pm Jennie - The photos are phenomenal! You have some how managed to make the Bride even more gorgeous! and the Groom as well. =) You ladies made a great team!

June 28, 2011 - 6:27 am Sally - Absolutey gorgeous photos!! Love what Chelsea did with lighting & contrast that made colors pop! And,I can "feel the love" in the photos too! Can't wait to see more!

June 27, 2011 - 7:50 pm Mom#2 - What a great way to wet our whistle! Looking forward to seeing the rest of the pictures. Chelsea, you did a great job!

June 23, 2011 - 11:40 am Michelle - BEAUTIFUL photos :) i love them! i can't wait to see the rest! yaye!

June 22, 2011 - 2:05 pm Joyce - LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! <3 The pictures are so bright and fun! Great wedding, great people... great photos! Can't wait to see all the candid shots!

June 21, 2011 - 8:45 pm antonette - they turned out amazing! you all look gorgeous!

June 21, 2011 - 8:44 pm antonette - they are amazing!

June 21, 2011 - 5:35 pm Chrystel - B-E-A-UTIFUL! Cant wait to see the rest!

June 21, 2011 - 5:04 pm Maria - Love love the pics, Chelsea! You made the pics look ultra magical ;)

June 21, 2011 - 2:57 pm Tommy - Super good times! Photos look AWESOME! Glad i was able to take part in something so priceless!

June 21, 2011 - 11:24 am Autumn - Amazing Chelsea! You inspire me to no end :)

June 21, 2011 - 11:20 am Elly T - Wow! Everything looks so pretty! Very unique colors - they look great! I just love your images Chelsea. :-)

June 20, 2011 - 11:04 pm EN - Gorgeous images! Fantastic the way you brought out those unique colors. They really work well together. Congrats to the couple on a beautiful wedding!

Lindy & Dang’s Wedding

Monday, May 30, 2011 Posted in Weddings

You may remember this fun, super stylish couple from their engagement session at Red Rock (click here to check it out!) this past winter. Well after many months of anticipation and excitement, the big day finally arrived – and now I’m thrilled to share some of the images! Big thanks goes to Melina Beckett at Mandarin Oriental and coordinator-extrodonaire, Juliet Douglas and team at Green Orchid Events for ensuring the flow of the day went perfectly and for planning in a good amount of time for photography.

Lets kick things off with some getting ready photos! Here, Lindy’s maid of honor, Thao is helping her get all dolled up! Hair & makeup was done by the talented Lori White and Lindy’s amazing gown is by one of my favorite dress designers, Monique Lhuillier.

Following the ceremony at Our Lady of La Vang church, guests followed Lindy & Dang outside for a white dove release.
Then we were off to the gorgeous Mandarin Oriental at City Center for more photos and the reception!

Some of the beautiful reception details…

I love Mandarin Oriental’s food arrangements – so pretty (and delish).

I’m going to end on one last image of my fab bride in her second dress. I loved the unique back.

L + D: I’m so happy I could be part of your day! HUGE congrats to you both!!

Wedding Planner and Coordinator: Juliet Douglas of Green Orchid Events
Photographer: Chelsea Nicole Photography
Ceremony Location: Our Lady of La Vang Church
Wedding Venue: Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
Hair and Makeup: Lori White
Floral: Naakiti Floral Design
DJ: Sound Fusion Entertainment

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August 16, 2011 - 2:38 pm Elly T - These are all so pretty!

June 28, 2011 - 2:20 am Vicki - Absolutely beautiful photos! and what amazing backgrounds!:-D My fav is the one with them stood infront of the white light strip! Stunning!

June 17, 2011 - 9:56 am Shannon Stuno - These are gorgeous! Beautiful work as usual! :)

June 1, 2011 - 2:29 pm Lindy Nguyen - Stunning! Love it Love it!

May 31, 2011 - 6:25 pm Dang - want = Wait lol :)

May 30, 2011 - 11:33 pm Juliet Douglas - I'm SO happy for Lindy and Dang! These photos are gorgeous! It certainly helps that those two are so great looking too! I loved working with you Chelsea!

May 30, 2011 - 9:46 pm s h e r r y - These are gorgeous!! I seriously love the close up shot of them in front of that gold wall. Stunning light!

May 30, 2011 - 7:32 pm Dang - Chelsea, many thanks to you for the awesome photos. We cannot want to see the rest!

May 30, 2011 - 4:09 pm JamieY - Gorgeous gorgeous! Some really amazing shots.

Featured on Destination I Do

Thursday, January 6, 2011 Posted in Press & Features, Weddings

I’ve been a long-time fan of Destination I Do Magazine. Especially since I love shooting destination weddings. The magazine is an absolute must-have for couples planning a wedding and/or honeymoon away from home.

In addition to their twice annual magazine, Destination I Do has fantastic blog that’s updated regularly with articles, tips and inspiration that will pump you up with a full dose of destination-marital-bliss. And every week they showcase a different destination wedding in their ‘Real Wedding Wednesday’ feature.

Which leads me to todays post: I’m thrilled to announce that Kris & Chad’s Grand Canyon & Las Vegas wedding was featured on Destination I Do this week! CLICK HERE to check out yesterday’s post! Big thanks to Courtney Cox for the writing such a beautiful article! It really captures the unique little love story that Kris and Chad share!

Here’s just a few images from their wedding – but be sure to click though to see lots more!

Ceremony Location: Grand Canyon, AZ

Transportation: Maverick Helicopter

Reception & After-Party Location: Bellagio Hotel

Flowers & Decor: Bellagio Hotel

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February 22, 2011 - 10:15 am E.N. - Just wow. Very beautiful!

January 10, 2011 - 8:55 pm Adrienne - Wow...it makes me wish that was my reception. Great job.

January 9, 2011 - 6:49 am Hannes Uys - The colors are killer in the reception!

January 8, 2011 - 12:42 pm Dennise - Congrats on the post Chelsea!

January 6, 2011 - 6:58 pm Jason - Great job Chelsea! The colors are awesome!

January 6, 2011 - 2:09 pm Hilary Mercer - Ooooo what a sweet reception area!

Lindsey & Nate’s Wedding in San Antonio!

Sunday, November 28, 2010 Posted in Weddings

First off, let me say that both Jayse and I LOVE San Antonio, TX! Upon our arrival we enjoyed a very romantic TexMex dinner along the famous Riverwalk, which, I might add, may just be the most magical place next to Disneyland. But a night out awaited – so we headed out for the rehearsal party with Lindsey, Nate and the gang at Cowboys (complete with a live band & lots of dancing). It was definitely the best introduction to Texas!

But even though that first night in Texas would be hard to top – I think it may have been the next day with the long anticipated wedding of Lindsey & Nate! You may remember these two from their steamy engagement session at the Neon Boneyard (also featured on Rock ‘N Roll Bride) earlier this year. I love these two, and looking back through their photos put such a huge smile on my face.

Lets starts things off with my phenomenal bride – Lindsey has such a classic beauty.

Details details details! You know I’m a details kind of girl – but I didn’t know that I was in for a TREAT with this wedding! Lindsey’s mom, Sharon, made the most fantastic wedding details I think I’ve ever seen. By Lindsey’s request, nothing living was used. Now – you’d think that would be a limitation that would cause just about anyone to throw in the towel. But not Sharon. She completely rocked it! Just check out one of THE coolest bridal bouquets I’ve ever seen:It’s made of all metal elements, many of them with significant meaning to Lindsey and their family heritage — a dice and slot machine for their Las Vegas home, a horseshoe for Texas, a spoon for their Finland roots, her grandmothers earring, and so many more. Here’s just a few of the close-ups I captured:
I had Lindsey’s flower-girl show me the bottom of Lindsey’s shoes for a photograph of the pretty rhinestone appliques on the bottom. She accidentally held them backwards, which turned into a little joke between all of us — “Do I?” Hmm… Yep! “I Do”

Linds & her bridesmaids looked totally fabulous:

And just check out those bridesmaid bouquets too!

After some photos with the girls, we were off to the ceremony and reception at the lovely Vineyards Restaurant at Garden Ridge. As night fell the entire place became magical.

The mother-son/father-daughter dances were some of the most emotional I’ve ever witnessed. I think time literally stopped for everyone as we watched them move across the floor to their special songs. I’m so happy to have captured them.

Lindsey and Nate sharing their first dance as husband & wife… The following day we planned a day-after session to capture some more images of the happy newlyweds. I don’t think I could ever get enough of these two…

L + N: Thanks for giving us a great adventure in San Antonio & to your fam for being so wonderful and inviting! We’re so happy we could be a part of everything. :-) BIG congrats to you both!! Hope you guys enjoy the teasers. The rest will be up soon!

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March 25, 2011 - 3:17 am Timothy - I love your colors in your shots. It makes the images pop. I'm sure they are well pleased, especially with the neon boneyard shots as well.

December 21, 2010 - 9:05 am Brittany - simply GORGEOUS!!!!!

December 16, 2010 - 11:31 am Tiffany Crase - Chelsea these are amazing!! and I am in love with her dress!

December 9, 2010 - 7:47 pm Dennise - I have to agree with everyone who is raving about the bouquet! What a BEAUTIFUL idea! I love the fact that she will have it for years to come!

December 5, 2010 - 2:25 pm Alicia Lynch - That is one of the most gorgeous bouquets I have ever seen!  Awesome photos Chelsea!

December 2, 2010 - 8:14 pm Annie Taylor - I love her bouquet!  I too am busy handcrafting my brooch bouquet for August.  Gorgeous shots as always Chels!

December 1, 2010 - 6:35 pm lindsey - Chels, they're so amazing.  It's incredible how great the wedding looks through your lens ha! And we love the day after shots especially. :D Fabulous idea--so much LESS stress that day. We can't wait to see the rest and to get together soon with you and Jayse!

November 29, 2010 - 11:40 am Shannon Stuno - Beautiful!  What great detail shots!  Great work!

November 29, 2010 - 1:43 am Hannes Uys - What a killer bouquet! The details are killer - love your images Chelsea.

November 28, 2010 - 11:28 pm Kat Forsyth - Niiiiiice! What a stunning wedding, and of course, as usual I puffy heart your photos. :-)

Lani & François’s Destination Wedding

Monday, October 25, 2010 Posted in Weddings

I’ve been traveling quite a bit this past month and have lots to blog in the next few weeks. First up – France!

It was amazing – Jayse and I spent some time in Paris where we did some sightseeing, a couple trash the dress shoots and my own boudoir photo-shoot at our fab hotel (all of which I can’t wait to share). But the big highlight (and main purpose) of our trip to France was a wedding of Lani & Francois in a quaint little town called Lille. Here’s the sneak peak!

Jayse and I have a special place in our hearts for these two. After they cooked for us at ther house here in town and we met their dog, Bobo we knew we’d become awesome friends – and sure enough – we did! What we didn’t expet was to find their entire family to be so welcoming and inviting. The day we got into Lille we were welcomed by Lani’s mom Nanda, her sweet cousins Michelle and Jared & their mom Tante, and Lani’s brother Kyle & his fiancé Brittany. François’s parents were also there to greet us for a welcome reception at their home and although they didn’t speak any English they communicated their warmth perfectly – and their hospitality was amazing. We felt like we had gained a new family. :-)

On the wedding day, we started the day getting ready at the Olivarius Hotel, and for the first sight we snuck away to a secluded terrace where we made Lani & François wait in anticipation to see each other.

The ceremony took place in a beautiful 500 year old cathedral, L’eglise Saint Philippe, the church François grew up in. Can you imagine growing up in this church?? Fantastic!

For the getaway they drove off to the reception in a vintage BMW!

Now for the totally fabulous wedding party! From right to left is Brittany, David, our lovely bride & groom, Yannick & Michelle. You guys rock!

Lani looked amazing…We also incorporated a windmill into some of their photos to pay tribute to Lani’s Dutch heritage. 

As the sun set at a nearby park – we were thrilled to hear the loud ‘hhhhhhhsssshhhhsssshhhh’ sound of balloons firing off. One went directly over us! We made a mad dash over to the waterline to setup and grab this ending shot just before the sun went down!

L&F: Thanks so much for bringing us on this journey with you! The full set of these will be online soon! We love you guys and are so happy for you two & for all that’s to come as you start your life together. :-)

UPDATE: Lani & François’s wedding was featured on Destination Inspirations! Big thanks goes to Jess McCann! Click here to see her post, including lots more images from Lani & FX’s wedding!

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November 25, 2010 - 7:52 pm Sabre Pendleton - I loved all of these !! Such a good photographer to capture the moment..... and what a moment :)

November 19, 2010 - 2:39 pm Priscilla - WOW, that last shot is PERFECT.  Lovely work!

November 5, 2010 - 12:02 pm Elena Brokaw - Absolutely beautiful pictures!  The one with the hot air balloons was my favorite. What a great couple!

November 5, 2010 - 12:45 am Michelle Musgrove - Chelsea: These photos are simply brilliant. You and Jayse really really do take magic wherever you go. The last one especially is so dream like. I feel lucky to have witnessed your genius in France! xo Michelle

November 2, 2010 - 10:07 pm Charity Sherman - Amazing pics! Love all of them. Congrats you guys.

November 2, 2010 - 9:35 pm FX - Those photo shoots were so fun! And the pics are even better than I ever expected. You guys rock!

November 2, 2010 - 9:16 pm Nanda Dutrieux-Price - Chels~  Vous etes magnifique !!!  I love them all !!! The one of my Lani Lee is beautiful!!! You really captured their love & happiness.  Your'e the BEST!!!

November 2, 2010 - 12:23 pm Freddie Dutrieux - Such beautiful pictures.. SO happy for you both.. :)

November 2, 2010 - 12:22 pm Lisa Curtin - Gorgeous pictures.... Love you both so much :)

November 2, 2010 - 9:57 am Kerri Cunningham - such beautiful photos.  WOW

November 1, 2010 - 10:14 pm matt Musgrove - AMAZING!!! You guys look incredible and so happy!!! Great photography!

November 1, 2010 - 9:01 pm miriam holmes - I love these pictures! What an awesome shot with the hot air balloons!!! So beautiful!

October 31, 2010 - 5:43 pm Dennise - I gotta say, I agree with everyone here with that last picture with the hot air balloons...everything is beautiful in that picture!  Even the grass is awesome in this pic! =oD

October 25, 2010 - 11:09 pm Rowena - I agree! The last picture absolutely takes your breath away! Great pictures! They look happy!

October 25, 2010 - 6:04 pm EN - These are stunning Chelsea. You truly bring out the magic wherever you go!

October 25, 2010 - 4:10 pm Johnny Deis - Oh my God! That very last picture really takes my breath away ..so magic!

October 25, 2010 - 3:56 pm Amy Arrington - Absolutely Gorgeous photos as always.

October 25, 2010 - 2:37 pm Monty Jessop - Love these images Chelsea, Those balloons in the background are awesome!!!

October 25, 2010 - 12:31 pm Kat Forsyth - Gorgeous as always! Love the light, and the hot air balloon one is a stunner!

October 25, 2010 - 11:44 am Ashley Bartoletti - So beautiful Chels!! My favorites are the car shot and the last shot with the hot air balloons.

October 25, 2010 - 11:35 am Roxanne - Wow!!  What an AMAZING  'ending shot' - Chelsea, your magic strikes again.

October 25, 2010 - 11:17 am Elena Menz - Wow - beautiful work Chelsea - beautiful couple, beautiful location - you rocked it girl! I would love to assist you one day just to see how you work your magic. :-)

October 25, 2010 - 10:39 am lani - I can't even BEGIN to tell you how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE these! We were so lucky to have you be a part of this....and when I say we....I mean our whole family, because they share your sentiments exactly! It could not have been better experience. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! So excited to see the rest soon. xoxo

Bonjour from Paris!

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 Posted in Personal

Allo! Just sending a little update from Paris! So far the trip’s been wonderful. The first night Jayse and I visited with our friend (and fellow photographer) Juliane and her husband for a delicious Parisian style homemade meal of fondue and wine on their candle-lit rooftop. In addition, she gave us a fantastic insider’s tour of the city. We also made new friends with some local newlyweds who we got together with for some dress trashing fun, and took some time to enjoy the slower pace of things here and all the city has to offer. Tomorrow’s our last day in Paris, then we head into Lille, France (an hour north) for Lani & François’s wedding!

I can’t wait to share all the photos and stories from our trip once we return back to Vegas! Until then, here’s a photograph of Jayse and I enjoying the Eiffel Tower. Seeing it in person made me finally get why it’s so famous. Seeing it in the skyline creates an element of romance and magic, and it’s new with each different vantage point.

Big thanks goes to Sophie for taking this of us!

A bientôt! xox Chelsea

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September 23, 2010 - 5:41 pm Adrienne - favorite ever

September 23, 2010 - 1:37 pm Nancy and Sean - How cute! What a lucky couple you are to be in love - able to travel the world doing what you love. Amazing!

September 16, 2010 - 4:55 pm Dennise - You guys are just too cute for words!!

September 15, 2010 - 6:24 pm Rowena - Love the picture, you 2 looks so darn cute!

September 15, 2010 - 11:22 am Autumn Cutaia - This image took my breath away! You two have the life!

September 14, 2010 - 3:19 pm Steve Fogarty - You guys are hot!!!

September 14, 2010 - 2:46 pm Jess McCann - I can't wait to see to!!! Now I am going to be stalking your blog lol oh wait I already do that :)

September 14, 2010 - 2:33 pm Juliet Douglas - That photo is too stinkin cute! I'm glad you're having a great time!!

Mindy & Neil’s Beach Engagement Session

Sunday, June 27, 2010 Posted in Engagements

Jayse and I head out to L.A. a few times a year. Since we both work non-stop on our separate businesses, we cherish our mini road trips and get-aways together. We recently went out on my birthday weekend. It was a blast! We stayed at this adorable hotel just walking distance from Hermosa Beach (definitely a new favorite) and also spent a day hitting up all the killer rides at Six Flags Magic Mountain!

During our time out we also planned in an extra day to meet up with one of my awesome couples, Mindy and Neil, for their engagement session! It was so much fun hanging out and catching up on things while exploring the beaches and surrounding areas of Santa Monica & Venice Beach.
Mindy and Neil were total troopers when I asked if they were “Ready to get a little wet (and sandy)?!” I’m happy they were since it made for some steamy images of them together.

Mad props to my Jayse for lighting that last one for me (and even getting your only shoes all wet and squishy in the process). Love you! xox

After switching out of the soggy clothes into some fresh ones, we went to Santa Monica’s neighbor beach - Venice to go exploring! Mindy and Neil love to shop together so our first stop was Venice’s waterfront boardwalk with lots of little outdoor shops and cool art-scene.

Keep an eye out for Mindy and Neil’s wedding happening next month at the beautiful Silverstone Golf Club here in Las Vegas!

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August 2, 2010 - 12:00 pm Emilydoo - These are sexy-dreamy! Beautiful beautiful beautiful!

July 1, 2010 - 4:44 pm candace - gorgeous!

July 1, 2010 - 12:26 pm Adrienne Gunde - The light is just gorgeous, love them all!!

June 28, 2010 - 6:50 am Mindy - We're blown away by these pictures Chels and can't help but sneak a peak at them every few hours or so!  We're so excited you'll be giving us more amazing images of our wedding too!

June 27, 2010 - 7:24 pm Mindy Bean - LOVE THE PICTURES!!!

June 27, 2010 - 6:57 pm Jamie - These are A M A Z I N G!!!! wow Chels! xo 

June 27, 2010 - 6:54 pm Jason - Great photos! You did an amazing job with the pier photos. That contrasting lighting can be difficult. Love them.

June 27, 2010 - 3:23 pm s h e r r y - Gorgeous! I love the light under the pier <3

August 1, 2010 - 11:07 am More Recent Features » Chelsea Nicole Photography – Las Vegas and Destination Alternative Wedding Photographer - [...] Wed Bug – Daily Wedding Inspirations, featured Mindy & Neil’s engagement session in Santa Monica and Venice Beach, [...]

August 19, 2010 - 9:02 am Mindy & Neil’s Wedding » Chelsea Nicole Photography – Las Vegas and Destination Alternative Wedding Photographer - [...] having a blast in California with these two during their Santa Monica and Venice beach engagement session, I knew the wedding would be just as great! It took place at Red Rock Hotel & Casino where [...]

Announcements

Tuesday, June 22, 2010 Posted in The Latest

I’m excited to be traveling a good amount this year and wanted to post my updated travel schedule for destination weddings and events. I have limited availably for photo-sessions while traveling, but I can fit a few more in for cool, up-for-anything couples. If you would like to chat about the possibility of setting something up (engagement, couples session, boudoir, trash-the-dress, etc.) while I’m in your area, hit me up via email or use the contact form above!

July 25-28th: Los Angeles, CA

September 14-20th: Lille & Paris, France

September 21-24th: Amsterdam, the Netherlands

October 8-10th: San Antonio, TX

October 15-17th: Grapevine, TX

November 8-12th: New Orleans, LA

May 20-22nd 2011: San Jose, CA

Other Availability: I have 4 spots left for 2010 weddings and am now accepting bookings for 2011!

And speaking of shooting cool places… I was in California last week to celebrate my birthday and while in the area got together with one of my fab couples, Mindy & Neil to photograph their engagement session! It was a blast hitting up the beaches of Santa Monica and Venice with them. Here’s one quick teaser – with more to come very soon!

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July 23, 2010 - 11:31 am Juliet Douglas - You need to go to San Francisco!  I would love photos with Derek and Bailey up there in my hometown!

June 28, 2010 - 7:27 am Whitney - Sounds like you have some fun trips coming up!   Hopefully you will make one out to the East Coast soon so we can do a trash the dress session!

June 23, 2010 - 6:21 pm Kate Whitmore - There is only one word to describe this image. And that is SEXY.  The lighting, the posing, the expressions....yum.

June 23, 2010 - 1:05 pm Dennise - Your talent is too much for words... that picture says it all.  And you take care of yourself on your travels! =o)

June 23, 2010 - 9:22 am Daniel Balboa - Thats Magical Chelsea!

June 23, 2010 - 6:53 am Mindy - Chels!  Amazing.  The wet and sandy clothes were totally worth it!  We are so excited to see the rest!

June 23, 2010 - 6:06 am Kyla - Oh wow that teaser is amazing!  I'm jealous you are going to Paris - lucky!!!  My sister and I will be in Vegas the week of July 5th - too bad I'm not bringing my little guy or I'd schedule a shoot with you!!!

June 23, 2010 - 4:54 am Adrienne - that image is almost too much to handle!! Might be my new favorite image of yours!

June 23, 2010 - 3:42 am Stephanie - You get to go to Paris, Amsterdam AND Grapevine, TX?!?! LUCKY! lol. What a beautiful pic... I can't wait to see the rest!

June 23, 2010 - 2:05 am Kat Forsyth - Oh man, I wish so hard that you were coming to South Africa! I've just DONE a trash the dress for myself, but I would do another for you! Heheh. Enjoy your travels!

June 22, 2010 - 11:55 pm Amber - You are killing it girl. Any plans to come east. If not - we have to do it up this year in Vegas.  xoxo

June 22, 2010 - 10:06 pm Autumn Kosik - Amazing teaser photo! You awe me with each new post.

Erica and Rick’s Wedding

Sunday, April 18, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Erica and Rick came back out to Vegas this month for their wedding at the lovely, modern Aliante Hotel. It was an amazing day! Many thanks to the fab Stephanie Smith who worked with Erica from the beginning to help bring everything together and ensure it unfolded beautifully.

Now for some photos. :-) Erica and Rick looked incredible together! Rick rocked a chocolate brown tux and Erica was all dolled up by Megan at Makeup in the 702.

Erica and Rick's Destination Las Vegas Wedding | Aliante Hotel & CasinoI loved the bright, orange colors – perfect for a Spring-time wedding! All the beautiful floral details were by Jason Kenneth Designs.Erica and Rick's Destination Las Vegas Wedding | Orange Details, Bouquet, Flower girl, Ring bearerErica and Rick are so adorable together! He always knows just what to do to make her laugh like crazy – which is wonderful for me since she has an amazing smile that I love photographing.

Erica and Rick's Destination Las Vegas Wedding | Aliante Hotel & CasinoAlso, these two know how to get a party started! They had a New Orleans style grand entrance complete with customized umbrellas.

Erica and Rick's Destination Las Vegas Wedding | New Orlean's Style Grand Entrance

Erica + Rick: Congrats!! It’s been a long time coming and I’m so happy for you guys!Erica and Rick's Destination Las Vegas Wedding | First Dance

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September 30, 2010 - 3:28 pm OHANA PHOTOGRAPHERS - how gorgeous are they!?!?! rocked that ish chelsea!!! 4th from the bottom is awesome!

May 10, 2010 - 3:02 pm Rose - beautiful pictures, gorgeous bride!

May 7, 2010 - 6:56 pm Kelsey - Gorgeous! I live down the street from this hotel has some amazing architecture and art in the there!

May 4, 2010 - 9:49 pm Francine Hookfin - Gorgeous gorgeous I mean gorgeous, everthing was beautiful!!!  The pictures are beautiful.   Congratulation and God Bless you Both!!!!!   

May 3, 2010 - 6:25 am Michell - You two look so happy! The settings for the pictures are beautiful, but the love you see from the two being photographed make it a perfect combination! 

May 1, 2010 - 8:52 am Flora Harris - The pictures are Beautiful! I told Carl you would have had to be there to embrace  all of the Wedding Celebration! Everything was "JUST MARVALOUS"!  BEST WISHES TO YOU!!!   ****ERICA & RICK ****LOVE  FLORA & CARL

April 25, 2010 - 3:55 pm Benita Caldwell - I am soooo happy for you guys. Rick you got a good one! Take care of her.....love you guys

April 22, 2010 - 3:18 pm Verneal - Erica, your wedding was beautiful.  Wishing you the best and may God continue to bless you and your husband. Love Aunt Peachie

April 22, 2010 - 6:29 am Tina Latino - Absolutely gorgeous!  Beautiful photos, beautiful colors, beautiful flowers and beautiful Erica...everything is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing.  You two look so happy.  I wish you a long, happy & healthy life together.  Congratulations!

April 21, 2010 - 8:23 pm Kimberly Dilosa - Congratulations, Erica!!  The pictures are simply gorgeous!!!  The second line pic is my favorite :)

April 20, 2010 - 12:39 pm Shannon Johnson - The pictures are beautiful!!! Wish you two the best in life..God Bless.

April 20, 2010 - 5:22 am Trinell Reese - The pictures are beautiful, may the Lord continue to bless you both.

April 19, 2010 - 8:26 pm Nadine Darsam - Erica, Thank you both for sharing with us the beautiful pictures of your wedding day - May you both have a wonderful life together as husband and wife. Love and best wishes to you both. - Nadine & Larry

April 19, 2010 - 7:42 pm Sheree Williams - Erica Denae, I am SO proud and SO happy for you!!! May God Bless you and your husband with a lifetime of peace and happiness. He has definitely found a GOOD thing, as the bible says!!!!   love, Sheree' Peterson-Williams

April 19, 2010 - 5:46 pm Katrina H. - These pics are absolutely beautiful!  Erica, I am so happy for you!!!!!  May the Lord bless you guys with a marriage filled with happiness and love.

April 19, 2010 - 4:15 pm Charles E. Brumfield - These pictures are wonderful!

April 19, 2010 - 12:55 pm Tiffany Lusk Dillon - The pictures are simply beautiful. The photographer definitely captured the perfect moments.

April 19, 2010 - 8:35 am Juliet Douglas - I agree with Wendhy! I definitely love that last photo!

April 19, 2010 - 8:10 am Wendhy Jeffers - I LOVE the last one! What a beautiful moment you've captured :)

April 19, 2010 - 7:11 am Chiquita - Congrats, It looks soooooooo beautiful I can't wait to see more pics. Yall brought the city (N.O.) to the city (Las Vegas), It looks like yall had an amazing time. Once again Congrats!!!!!

April 19, 2010 - 6:55 am Cathy Smith - The wedding was awesome, love the pictures wish both of you long lasting love and happiness!

April 19, 2010 - 6:51 am LaKeivea Warren - Beautiful! These are the best wedding pictures. I'm so happy for the two of you!

April 19, 2010 - 5:17 am Ramona Correnti - Elegant and so Erica... The photos are wonderful!  I am so happy for you both.  Best Wishes.

April 19, 2010 - 4:57 am Christie Adams - The wedding was so beautiful, I felt like I was at a celebrity wedding...My cousin and his bride looked fabulous. I was honored to be there and see this great and fantastic wedding...the bible says " When a man finds a wife he finds a good thing and obtain favor with the lord". I pray many blessings upon the Bell family, be blessed and see you all real soon

April 19, 2010 - 4:15 am Ericka - Denae and Rick I am so HAPPY for you guys...it was a beautiful ceremony! I pray God continues you bless you! You always have someone who has your back....love you both!!!!!!

April 19, 2010 - 3:00 am Shona - What an amazing weddng. It makes one feel like they need to do it over but right this time. LOL! I love you both.

April 18, 2010 - 8:04 pm Matya Thorn - What more can i say other than just GORGEOUS!! I'm honored that you chose me to be a part of such a monumental day!!!

April 18, 2010 - 5:05 pm Stephanie Smith - GORGEOUS!!!! Pics look amazing...big thumbs up to Chelsea for capturing such a great evening so amazingly and to the bride and groom..CONGRATS again!!! I will miss our planning days!

April 18, 2010 - 3:52 pm Rachella - Love the picture on the orange couch.  Beautiful!  Simply beautiful!

April 18, 2010 - 3:13 pm Renee Molland - Wow, Erica.  Absolutely stunning.  Congrats again!  I can't wait to see more of your fabulous pictures!  :)

April 18, 2010 - 1:37 pm JoShawna Williams - Everything was soooooo beautiful... We had to show the "West Coast" how we do it New Orleans style!! Love you both, Baby Sis

April 18, 2010 - 1:31 pm Everett Simpson - May God bless your union!!

April 18, 2010 - 1:30 pm Cameron Simpson - Nice!!  Hope you all the happiness in the world!!

April 18, 2010 - 1:28 pm Helen Risher - Beautiful pictures.

April 18, 2010 - 1:27 pm Felicia Simpson - Erica, you are so beautiful!!  Congratulations!

April 18, 2010 - 12:32 pm Nekia Cunningham - I had such fun being a part of Erica and Rick's Wedding!  The pictures are beautiful!

April 18, 2010 - 11:42 am Brenda Williams - I witnessed a lot of time and detail put into preparing for this event and these pictures depict beautifully just a smidgen of all the hard work put in by Erica Denae and supported by Rick, Family and Friends.  Awesome job Counselor!

April 18, 2010 - 11:35 am s h e r r y - I LOVE the one in front of the blue/green wall! :)