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A cotton gin bridal AND a downtown engagement | Huntsville, Alabama lifestyle photography

white rabbit studios — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:00:58 +0000

We are a pair of lucky birds! When Beth and Chris booked us last summer, they opted for our wedding package that includes an engagement session and a bridal session, which means we got to hang with them pre-wedding twice (well, Beth twice and Chris once). We love getting to know our clients through photo sessions, and encourage multiple sessions (bridal, blush, engagement, etc.) before the big day. That way, when the wedding arrives, we’re all practically old friends.

Speaking of old friends, Beth and I (Stephanie) worked on the University of Alabama Huntsville’s newspaper, The Exponent, together! So we go back a few years. It was definitely fun to spend time with she and Chris, AND I think we were all very infatuated with the oodles of delicious light that abounded.

We shot the bridal session at the Limestone Co-op in our new favorite place, Belle Mina. Beth’s dad is actually in charge there, so we got to go all over the place and shoot to our heart’s content.

A few days later, we journeyed downtown for Beth and Chris’s engagement session at 9am! It’s a bit early for some, but makes for sweet, lovey-dovey photos. One of the best parts of the engagement session was that Beth and Chris did not stop laughing the entire time!

April and David’s Starlit Soirée | Bella Mina, Alabama wedding photography

white rabbit studios — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:00:10 +0000

April and David were married on June 5 at Mitchell Plantation in Bella Mina, Alabama. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, Belle Mina is a quaint little town sweetly tucked away between Decatur and Madison. Every time someone said “Mitchell Plantation”, I kept thinking of the author of Gone With the Wind, Margaret Mitchell! The house isn’t quite as impressive as Tara, but it is located on a 450 acre cotton plantation.

April and David tried something we don’t often see at weddings–they held their outdoor ceremony and reception at night! The two opted not to see one another before the exchanging of vows, so we spent our time pre-wedding shooting the individuals and groups (groomsmen and bridesmaids), and also dodging a pretty serious (and random!) rain shower. Luckily, the rain cleared up before guests were scheduled to arrive, and everyone got to glimpse a rainbow.

Brittany and Baron’s sweet St. John’s Wedding | Huntsville, Alabama photographers

admin — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:00:21 +0000

Brittany and Baron were married on May 28 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Madison, Alabama, with a reception at the Roundhouse (which is part of the historic Huntsville Depot) in Huntsville. This wedding was especially fun for us because several people we have known for years (including the groom!) were either in the party or in attendance, so it was also a mini-reunion!

After the ceremony, Brittany and Baron invited everyone to a super stylish reception at the Depot, which featured a special drink–The Brittini! Everyone danced like (awesome) fools and had a great time.

Thanks to Brittany and Baron for having us, and we wish you guys many more happy anniversaries!!

Melanie and Jonathan’s Constitution Village Wedding | Huntsville Alabama Wedding Photographers

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:00:10 +0000

Melanie and Jonathan were married exactly one month ago today, and as usual, we want to celebrate by blogging their wedding!

The wedding took place at the Constitution Village in Huntsville, Alabama. For those of you unfamiliar with the area (I had never been!), Constitution Village is part of the Early Works Museum complex–this also includes the Huntsville Depot and the Children’s Museum. Side-note from Ashley: I actually went to Constitution Village on a school field trip and had a blast! I’ve been obsessed with the place ever since. I don’t think the 4th grade me would have even thought that the future would hold the thrill to capture such a lovely wedding there!

Constitution Village is truly historical in that, according to the website, it is here that “Forty-four delegates of the constitutional convention gathered here in a vacant cabinet shop on July 5, 1819, to organize Alabama as the 22nd state. John Boardman’s print shop, Clement Comer Clay’s law office, the Federal Land Surveyor’s office, a post office and sheriff Stephen Neal’s residence surround that cabinet shop.” So, as you can tell, this is a pretty cool place to have a wedding!

The reception took place at the Summit at Big Spring Park, which is also in downtown Huntsville, and WAS a place that neither Ashley or I had been to before. This group definitely brought the funk, flavor, and FUN to the party, and it made for a pretty stellar post-wedding celebration.

You can also see MORE of Melanie and Jonathan’s wedding at this feature on Fabulously Wed!

Wedding credits and details:
Venue: Constitution Village
Officiant: Jim Norris
Flowers: Tropical “Hawaiian Feast” (red ginger, helicornia, palm and ti leaves, etc.) bouquets and bird of paradise stems from Costco.com (not in store.)
Floral Arrangement: Stephanie Griffin
Dress: Bari Jay from Something Blue Shoppe (Hartselle, AL)
Shoes: Charles by Charles David
Hair: Stacey Pinion-Penton at Bliss Salon & Spa
Hairpiece: custom designed by bridesmaid and designer, Christina Lammon
Bridesmaid’s Jewelery: Made by S.A.M. on Etsy
Groom & Groomsmen’s attire: Groomsmen wore their own dark suits. Jonathan got them coordinating ties from The Tie Bar and the striped and argyle socks were from Target.
Rings: Donny’s Diamond Gallery. Both engagement and wedding rings were custom made; Groom’s ring (custom made) Fabuluster on Etsy.
Ceremony music: Classical guitarist Phil Weaver
DJ: Matthew Schmitz with Room 3 Productions
Catering: Catering by Narvell
Guestbook: Reclaimed wood hand-carved for us with birds of paradise and ferns and our names and wedding date by lacunawork on Etsy

Megan and Brent’s Old Town Engagement | Huntsville, Alabama photographers

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:00:29 +0000

Dear Internet: meet Megan and Brent!

Megan and Brent’s engagement session took place in the Old Town section of Huntsville. We literally spent most of our time on one single street (Pratt, for those of you that are Huntsville-savvy), as very nearly every local store and coffee shop on said street is fantastic. Ashley and I are both fans of all things local and off the beaten path, and Megan and Brent were pretty much down for anything we wanted to try.

The two brought along their gigantic rainbow umbrella, which has a sweet story to it–it was under this very umbrella that they were engaged! So check that out.

One of the store we stopped by was Five Point Books, which is where a certain plastic yellow-and-brown dinosaur roams a potted plant or two. Keep your eyes peeled!

We ended the session at a playground right across from Megan and Brent’s home, which was perfect for us–a dash of where-you-are, while-you-are is a key ingredient to a magical White Rabbit Studios engagement session.

These two birds were married on May 29 at the Workplay Theater in Birmingham, and their (awesome, music-and-fun heavy) wedding will most definitely be blogged later this month–I’m thinking sometime around that ever-sweet one month anniversary.

Engaged: April & David’s sweet playground adventure | Huntsville, Alabama wedding photography

admin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 01:31:41 +0000

April and David are getting married in June at the Mitchell Plantation, and we can’t wait! With their “under the stars” ceremony and infectious cheery dispositions, this wedding is looking like it will be an awesome experience.

The two were pretty lax about shoot locations, so Ashley and I dreamed up a session near and around Lincoln Elementary in Huntsville.

April is also a photographer, so we thought it would be fun if David snapped a few shots of her–on the OTHER side of the camera!

Engaged: Billy + Katie | “Well, are you going to say yes?” Of course she did.

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:18:23 +0000

Billy and Katie are one of those effortlessly stunning couples–they are outwardly and inwardly beautiful, and very obviously deeply in love. They are getting married on May 8, and we could NOT be more enthusiastic about their impending vows–this is going to be one seriously lovely and loving wedding day!

They claimed to be nervous about the photo session, so I think these two must be naturals!

We began the session at Lowe Mill, starting in Beloved Community Bookstore and then migrated to Ashley and Andy’s recently relocated record store, Vertical House Records.

RIP, E.T. and Michael Jackson. Thank you for the poster!

And of course, our White Rabbit Studios staple shot!

Billy and Katie live four (or so) hours apart, and have done throughout their relationship. One way they kept in touch was via fast and furious emails, and Ashley and I thought it would be cute to pay homage to their digital letter writing in an analogue fashion–at the post office, with a (working!) tin-can telephone!

After leaving the post office, we migrated to Green Mountain. We didn’t know at the time, but Katie’s parents used to go on dates there.

Katie’s parents used to bring a bucket of chicken and watch the sun set–exactly our plan!

Would saying these two are “finger lickin’ good” be too cheesy? Yes? Can I say it anyway?

If you are in the mood for a beautiful love, story, check out Katie and Billy’s story here, and the tale of their engagement here. We were going to try to re-tell it on our blog, but sometimes…the original is just better.

Real Love: Tiffany and Tyler’s Schoolyard Afternoon

admin — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:53:43 +0000

Where to begin? I have known Tiffany and Tyler for quite a few years, and met them independently of one another before they became a couple. Tiffany and I had Spanish together, and I met Tyler through my husband (I think, it could have also been a class). I was actually present at their courthouse wedding, after Tiffany called me that morning and asked if I could bring my self and my camera. I was thrilled to do so, seeing as my husband and I also eloped in a similar fast and madly-in-love fashion.

These two (and Nikki, their adopted greyhound, makes three!) were a true joy to shoot, and Ashley and I are so happy they chose us–they are the true quintessence of White Rabbit Studios! Fun, artistic, flirty, bright, and definitely a bit offbeat–all things we love. And, really, could we have asked for better sunshine? I think not.

Just like little girls and boys
Playing with their little toys
Seems like all they really were doing
Was waiting for you

It’s real love
Yes it’s real, yes it’s real love
It’s real, yes it’s real love…

We chose two different locations–first, the (unfortunately) soon-to-be-closed East Clinton Elementary School, and then we reconvened for a few quick, fun shots (and delicious gelato!) at the ever-fabulous Sam & Greg’s in downtown Huntsville.

From two same-letter couples (Sean & Stephanie, Andy & Ashley) to another–Huntsville will miss you two.

Rock’n Roll Bride Feature | Sara & Jeremy’s Record Store Engagement

admin — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 23:27:11 +0000

First, let me say this: Kat at Rock’n Roll Bride is among THE most fabulous people Ashley and I have encountered, online or off, since we launched this White Rabbit Studios shebang in August. She has been a huge source of both inspiration and source for us, both professionally and otherwise, and we owe a TON to her, for all of the various features, love, and support she has showered upon us. So, Kat, thank you, thank you, a MILLION bazillion times!

See the feature {HERE}!

Sara and Jeremy’s Record Store Engagement | Huntsville, Alabama | “…and Love’s the best sensation, hiding in the lion’s mane”

admin — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 14:48:31 +0000

Sara and Jeremy are such a sweet, wonderful couple! The two drove up from Birmingham to meet for their engagement session, which took place at Lowe Mill (mostly in Ashley and Andy’s record store, Vertical House Records) and the surrounding area. We were excited to explore new territory–west Huntsville is brilliant!

This first shot was inspired by a session we did with my family, and is likely to become a White Rabbit staple! I think it would be great for Sara and Jeremy’s invitations, don’t you?

Ashley had the great idea to ask Sara and Jeremy to pick a 45 out, and these photos are the result!

Jeremy’s proposal is a bit of a long story, so I’ll try to condense it. As it was told to us, before they were engaged officially, these two had discussed houses. When Jeremy proposed, he started out by asking Sara what kind of house she would want. She told him that they couldn’t get a house until they were married, and this was the inspiration for these two photos!

Thanks for coming up here to see us, S & J! We’ll see you guys at your wedding in February!!