Weddings…1920′s Style!

The 1920′s are all the rage right now…  And between shows like “Downton Abbey” and movies like “The Great Gatsby”, is it any wonder?  The clothes, the music, the cars!!!  For years I dreamed of putting together a styled photo shoot, but it had taken some time to figure out just how I wanted to approach one…  After I got hooked on the BBC’s uber-popular show, I found my inspiration!  Shortly after this Christmas, the plans started coming together and interestingly enough, what started out as a photoshoot inspired by a television show turned out to be so much more.  It was a history lesson, and a tribute to another generation.  It was a chance to really research the wedding fashions of the day.  From the dresses (the dresses typically only came to the ankle, with the veil extending beyond), to the flowers (lots of greenery mixed in with the blooms), to the hair (finger waves and bobs) I wanted everything about this shoot to be authentic!  So, I found a recently engaged couple to model, found a dress and a tux, a hairstylist, some flowers and a mansion built in 1927 and went to town!

Before I get to the photos, I want to make sure I send very special thanks to a few people and vendors for helping to make this shoot possible… First of all, the models, Annette and Tyler.  They were such great sports to get all dressed up and indulge me.  I think you’ll agree that they would have easily fit into the 1920′s just as beautifully as they do the 2000′s!  Jackie Foltz for doing an amazing job on Annette’s hair!  An outstanding online shop that makes gorgeous vintage reproductions called “Ruche“ for Annette’s dress (the name of the style is “Astrid, if you’re interested in finding it for yourself)!  The Men’s Warehouse for Tyler’s morning jacket and suit.  Evan’s Floral in Grove City for a) not thinking I was crazy to ask for a bouquet mere hours before I needed it and b) putting together a bouquet that was perfectly in keeping with the theme of the shoot!  Last, but certainly not least I want to send a big thank you out to the Columbus Museum of Art Women’s Board for the use of their 2013 Decorator’s Show House to be the perfect backdrop for these photos!

Here now, is my nod to the wedding style of the 1920′s!  By the way, if this sounds like fun and you think you might want to be a part of the next styled shoot (yes, there will be more)…  send me an e-mail at heather.claypool@gmail.com!


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These are beautiful!!

Coming Soon…

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Ethan, Drew & Family!

I got to spend some time a couple weeks ago with Emily, David and their adorable (and very quickly growing) boys, Ethan and Drew! Drew is just about to celebrate his first birthday, so it was the perfect opportunity to spend some time updating their family pics!



Nick | Class of 2013

Nick’s senior year is just about ready to wrap up, but he still found the time to work in a photo shoot for senior pics!  Honestly, we had tried to schedule this shoot several times before, but this past winter’s dreadful weather kept us from it!  We lucked out and had a beautiful day and got some great photos!  Here are just a few of my faves!

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation, Nick!  Can’t wait to see what the future holds for you!  :)

Rachel and Martin | Grove City Wedding

Congratulations Rachel and Martin! These two said their “I Do’s” surrounded by their friends and family at the lovely Grand Oaks Events in Grove City last weekend. Their big day was full of surprises that culminated in a visit from the OSU Alumni Band! Here are a few pics from their wedding…

Rachel was absolutely stunning as her sister made some final adjustments to her veil before she walked down the aisle…
Would you believe the groom made the wedding cake himself?   Martin’s an Executive Chef, so he was able to create several gorgeous cakes in different flavors and styles!
Martin working on his letter for the Wine Box Ceremony (more about that later)…
The look on Martin’s face when Rachel met him at the altar was priceless…
Instead of a unity candle or sand ceremony, Rachel and Martin opted for a Wine Box ceremony which was so unique… You can read more about the ceremony here.  Such a great idea!
And the kiss from a different angle with the couples family and friends looking on…
A trombone playing in the alumni band checks his phone.  I’m pretty sure he was checking in on Facebook!  
The ring bearer just about stole the show! 
The band, Junkbox kept the party going into the night and they were fantastic!  

Rachel and Martin, thank you both so much for letting me be a part of your beautiful day! I can’t wait to share the rest of the pics with you very soon!

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