Northeast Ohio Wedding Show

Episode 9 - Real Weddings: Pete & Alyssa - Part 2

Brian — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 22:18:42 +0000

This episode is a follow-up to episode 7 where Genevieve talked with Alyssa about her upcoming wedding. This time both Pete and Alyssa discuss how their big day went.

Episode 8 - Trash The Dress

Brian — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 19:29:53 +0000

In this episode Brian, James, and Genevieve discuss “Trash The Dress”. What is it? Why would you want to do it?

Jeremy and Jennifer sat down with Brian and Susy after their Trash The Dress session to share some insights on their experience.

A HUGE thank you to Neil Leeson for the stunning bouquet. Thank you Neil!!

Jeremy & Jennifer’s Trash The Dress Photos

Jeremy & Jennifer’s Trash The Dress Video

Episode 7 - Real Weddings: Pete & Alyssa

Brian — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:39:28 +0000

This week we premiere a new segment that you will be hearing on a regular basis. “Real Weddings” is a discussion with a bride and groom about their big day and the planning that is going into it.

This week Genevieve talks to Alyssa about her upcoming wedding. They discuss the engagement, the colors, and her favorite vendors.

The vendors that Alyssa mentioned during the show were:

Photography: Genevieve Nisly Photography - of course!
Invitations: Simple Persuasions
Reception: Walden Country Inn & Stables
Cake: Kathy’s Cakery - (330) 703-0101

Episode 6 - Tips for Photo and Video

Brian — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 12:18:19 +0000

On this weeks show we discuss tips for making you photos and video the best that they can be. We didn’t have a particular order during the show since we were merging several lists so I decided to make a nice and neat list that you find below.

Before the Day:

Get plenty of sleep
Stay hydrated on the wedding day and the week before
Test your make up in photos
Secure permission from the locations where you want photos and video
Plan extra time for travel between locations

During the Day:

NO GUM! Get mints for everyone!
Face powder and blotting cloths are your friends
Smile: Don’t just smile when a formal photo is being taken

During and After the Ceremony:

See each other before the ceremony
Clear everyone out from behind the bride when she is coming down the aisle
Walk down the aisle slowly… enjoy the moment!
Have formal “Shot List” for your photographer and assign someone from the family to help organize people
Skip the park: Ask your photographer for alternate locations

During the Reception:

Work with your photographer and videographer on the lighting for your reception
Clear the reception hall 10 minutes before your guests enter
First Dance: Don’t choreograph a dance unless you completely comfortable with it
Don’t talk about anything else except for each other during the first dance

Episode 5 - Hiring a Band

Brian — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 15:22:57 +0000

In this episode, I (Brian) sit down with Jerry Bruno and Scott Jones of Jerry Bruno Productions to discuss the differences between hiring a band vs a DJ for the entertainment at your wedding reception.

We discuss the pro and cons of each, the price difference, and how to audition a band.

Leave a comment if you have any questions for Jerry or Scott, or if you just want to say hi!

Episode 4 - How To Find A Vendor

Brian — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 12:48:46 +0000

Wedding Reviews: Horse Farm Wedding, Guy’s Party Centre, Cheesecake & Cheesecake, And More Cake

Ask An Expert: Wedding Myths Quiz Part 2

Main Feature: How To Find A Vendor. We discuss the places to look and what to look for when searching for the vendors for your wedding.

Leave us a comment. Ask us some questions for the “Ask An Expert” section of the show.

Interfaith Weddings

Brian — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 20:08:01 +0000

I found this interesting post on the NPR site and I thought I would pass it along. There is a 6 minute audio file that gives a good explanation and good tips.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=12348752

Episode 3 - Now What?

Brian — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 19:51:51 +0000

In the news: Showing up a year early, Green Weddings, 38,000 7-7-7 Weddings

Ask An Expert: Wedding Myths Quiz Part 1

Main Feature: So you’re engaged. You’ve gone out and bought all the magazines you could find. Now what? We talk about the first steps to your wedding planning. We also go on a tangent about strapless dresses.

Sinatra Guy: Michael Sonata

Be sure to leave us a comment and tell us what you would like to hear about, what you like about the show, and how you are spreading the word.

Bridal Makeup Tips

Brian — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 22:10:03 +0000

Found an article I thought I would post about bridal makeup tips for your wedding day.

People say that the bride is the center of a wedding’s attention. When someone is watching you, you always want to look your best. With the aid of makeup artists, your bridal makeup can be the perfect one.

http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/viewArticle.asp?articleID=32427

Episode 2 - Don’t Do That

Brian — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 20:06:49 +0000

In the news: Target selling wedding dresses, Trash The Dress, iPod vs. DJs.

Main Feature: Top 5 (or 7) Wedding Day Mistakes

Hiring incompetent vendors or allowing family members to do what you should hire a pro to do.
Not planning enough time - not allowing time for travel, makeup touchups, etc…
Improper food and beverage choices - Not drinking enough or drinking to much of one thing (alcohal)
Attire - Trying on the dress, proper shoes, picking up the tux the night before. And don’t worry about your dress getting dirty.
Not giving clear instructions or requests to the DJ’s/Musicians
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff - Put someone else in charge of taking care of the details. Don’t worry about every detail instead of enjoying the day.

Episode 1 - Introductions

Brian — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 22:28:10 +0000

In this, our first episode, we introduce ourselves and explain what we are going to be doing in each episode. We also describe different ways to listen to show. Give us some feedback so that we can make this show exactly what you would like to hear.