“Congratulations Justin + Elisha and thank you in selecting us as your Chicago wedding photographers. Justin and Elisha, along with family, friends and especially the signature style and highly detailed organization of Anthony from Liven It Up Events, put together a modern and elegant wedding ceremony and a reception celebration which rolled out with artistry + style.

 

Justin + Elisha’s outdoor Chicago ceremony and wedding reception both took place at the lush Ivy Room at Tree Studios which is located in the heart of downtown Chicago. The Ivy Room’s captivating, outdoor ceremony space is the perfect place for the making of a memorable and fairytale wedding. And this leaf filled courtyard space doubled for J+E after the ceremony, as the picture perfect, green lush ivy garden for the cocktail hour. The reception space and connected indoor studio at the Ivy Room was decorated with the wedding stylings and detailed touches of fusia lighting, amazing floral centerpieces and environmental design details as appointed by the fantabulous Chicago event firm of Kehoe Designs in combination Anthony from Liven It Up Events.

 

Wanting to incorporating plenty of time for photos together before the wedding day events began was a must for J+E. So after meeting Elisha and her bridesmaids at the Chicago Allerton Hotel and Justin and his groomsmen at the James Hotel ( both Chicago hotels are modern and stylish and located within walking distance of Michigan Avenue and the couples’s River North Chicago wedding venue, The Ivy Room ), we planned for an early afternoon meeting time and a “first glance” big reveal of Elisha sneaking up upon Justin at Chicago’s Olive Park. The groomsmen and bridesmaids were close by to witness these moments and of course, our cameras captured smiles, love and excitement between J+E. The park was a gorgeous setting located both by the Lake and overlooking the Magnificent Mile Chicago skyline.

 

We squeezed in just enough time for photos in the venue’s ivy courtyard before the ceremony began, plus two more Downtown Chicago stops beyond the nature park. J+E requested to incorporate their bridal party in many of the pictures, so we had fun putting together some creative poses and roaming the City in the limo with everyone. What a great group of friends + family! As you can see, they were excited to climb bridges, ladders, fire escapes and up for standing in the middle of Michigan Avenue, so yes we incorporated a little urban adventure into their day. During the reception, DJ Spencer from Style Matters was seriously rocking the night… the bridal party and guests were loving the music and he brought a style that kept the crowd moving. We love the in-action and photojournalistic dance floor photos. And of what the perfect ending, to a perfect day… a little fireworks display at the end of the night.

 

Justin + Elisha we had a great time photographing the events of your May wedding day including your emotional ceremony in the ivy filled garden, and beautifully decorated indoor reception studio space of The Ivy Room. We wish you both all the happiness in the world. Hope you are enjoying the newly wedded life and congratulations again Elisha in all your recent successes. After returning from the honeymoon in Cabo, we loved reading your excitement of going from a wedding gown, to your cap and gown! What an exciting couple of months May and June have been from the excitement of a wedding, graduation, and becoming officially an MD. Congrats and well wishes to you both Elisha and Justin in building your lives together as husband and wife!”

 

 

 

Venue: The Ivy Room www.ivyroomchicago.com
Wedding Coordinator: Anthony from Liven It Up Events www.livenitup.com
Caterer: Food for Thought www.foodforthought-chicago.com
Dress: House of Brides
Veil: Elisha’s mom’s wedding veil
Hotel Prep Locations: The Allerton Hotel www.theallertonhotel.com and The James Hotel www.jameshotels.com
Bridal Shoes: MeToo
Bridesmaids Dress: House of Brides
Tuxedos: Men’s Warehouse
Hair: JoJo from Loop Hotel Hair Salon
Makeup: ECC Artistry
Cake: Vanille Pastisserie www.vanillepatisserie.com
Flowers: Kehoe Designs www.kehoedesigns.com
DJ: Spencer from Style Matters DJs www.stylemattersdjs.com
Cocktail Hour Band: Ajana Band
Honeymoon: Cabo San Lucus

 

Revisit photos of Justin + Elisha on their urban Chicago engagement photo session.

“Congratulations goes out to Robert + the beautiful Lindsey. Their wedding was absolutely gorgeous and everything on their 123 acre estate and grove National historic landmark ground’s in Glenview looked amazing!!

 

When searching for a wedding and reception site, Lindsey said her hunt was for a Chicagoland mansion wedding venue, but in addition to the site having a mansion, it must offer the option for an outside ceremony, and nature if possible. Mission accomplished… Redfield Estate at The Grove is a North Shore gem of a location! And yes it was a beautiful ceremony spot. Located a few miles North of Lindsey’s family’s home town of the Naperville area, the estate’s Glenview location was a short drive for the family and their Pastor Josh Cook from Calvary Church of Naperville. The Redfield Estate is a beautiful historic landmark wedding venue that was built in 1929. Restricted to small weddings, holding up to 100 guests, this distinctive venue offers world-class charm, history and elegance. The venue’s combination of Old World charm and the majesty of the spacious outdoor lawn surrounded by woodlands offered so many photographic options. We could’ve spent hours roaming around this venue taking photos of the couple. We can’t wait for another future event at the estate.

 

Lindsey said, when her and RJ found the Redfield Estate, they fell in love with the location, it’s natural beauty and historic charm. For their spring wedding, Lindsey decorated with earth tones and the colorful Spring shades of greens, with yellow accents. Her bridesmaids wore green dresses and it was fun meeting all of Lindsey’s 6 sisters who rounded out all of her bridesmaids ( she is one of 8 kids in the family… 7 girls and 1 boy who is the youngest brother in the family, and one of RJ’s groomsmen. ) Finishing up the bridal party was RJ’s two brothers. For Lindsey, you can imagine why she didn’t assign a maid-of-honor roll… how could a sister choose between six sisters? : )

 

Taking advantage of the Redfield Estates’s very photographic grounds around the outside of the Mansion, plus looking to provide to Miller+Miller a good amount of time for creative photos, RJ + Lindsey decided upon the decision to see each other before their ceremony. We love capturing this “first glance” time and the moments they turn and see each other for the first time. A special moment… capturing pure smiles, sometimes tears and definitely many emotions of the couple’s pure happiness!! This first meeting moment is memorable and a special private experience many of our couple’s decide to incorporate into their day’s schedule – especially when one single venue hosts both their ceremony + reception at the same location.

 

After RJ + Lindsey’s “first glance”, we ventured around the estate’s exquisitely landscaped yard and snapped a few individual photos of the couple and then pre-ceremony, bridal party group photos with the bridesmaids and groomsmen. At 3:00 PM their beautiful mid-day, outdoor ceremony proceed under a gazebo which was just a short walk beyond the historic Redfield Estate home. Afterwards, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres were enjoyed by guests on the lawn and the estate’s terrace. The reception, dinner and dancing continued on indoors in the first floor’s, 3 main rooms and the great room of the historic estate. With guest’s spanning the entire first floor of the estate, their 65 guests enjoyed the close, intimate, dinner party feeling during dinner. The food was amazingly delicious!

 

Closing the wedding festivities at 8:45 in the evening, RJ and Lindsey arrange for a send-off time. Departing their wedding day in style, a vintage, Rolls-Royce getaway car arrived at dusk. Under the venue’s twinkle lights, we snapped the last images of RJ + Lindsey just before leaving to the airport for their California Newport Beach and Catalina Island honeymoon.

 

RJ + Lindsey… thanks for choosing us to capture your memorable wedding day celebration with your closest family and friends! Again, congrats!! Hope you enjoy these sneak peek and favorite images of ours from your beautiful wedding. We can’t wait to show to you the rest of the image proofs which will be ready in a few more weeks. Hope you had a wonderful time on your honeymoon and are now enjoying newly-wedded life… ”

 

 

 

 

Reception + Ceremony Venue: Redfield Estate at The Grove, Glenview, Illinois
Ceremony Officiant: Pastor Josh Cook, Calvary Church, Naperville, Illinois
Wedding Cake: Chocolate Wedding Cake with Buttercream Frosting
Hors d’oeuvres: Meatballs, Tuscan Rice Fritters, Artichoke Parmesan Puffs
Dinner Featured: A Bistro Salad with Berries and Balsamic Vinaigrette, Beef Tenderloin, Roulade of Chicken, Portabella Mushrooms
DJ + Music by: Ken Murphy from AMP DJ Services
Honeymoon: Catalina Island + Newport Beach California

 

Lindsey commented how extreme temperatures both their winter engagement session at close to the teens was and for their wedding, so abnormally warm at about 90 with high humidity. Revisit those photos of Robert + Lindsey’s Winter, downtown Naperville riverwalk engagement photo session in the snow!

“Ryan and I hold this wedding very close to our hearts!! ( You might even notice us standing up for this one! That’s because we not only took turns photographing their wedding, but we also played a big part in this one. Ryan was Scott’s bestman and I was a bridesmaid. )

 

YAY … Ryan’s sister Cherilyn married her high school sweetheart Scott and we’re so HAPPY for them! : )

 

But we can’t take all of the credit for this one. During the ceremony, the groom’s sister Corinne filled in with one of our cameras. A HUGE thanks goes out to Corinne from the both of us and Scott + Cherilyn in capturing some additional moments throughout the day and rising to the challenge. ( After all we proposed the idea to her just a few hours before the wedding rehearsal on Friday night. She admitted she’s always wanted to get more into photography, so it was perfect for her. )

 

Scott + Cherilyn’s early in May, Spring wedding fell on a bitter cold and windy day – which was a bit of a bummer. But thank goodness the clouds didn’t drop any rain on us all day. And after the ceremony, the bridal party was relieved to have a few minutes to warm up in the nearby private canyonside cabin at Starved Rock Lodge. S+C’s picturesque outdoor ceremony location was situated amidst a canopy of trees where close family members gathered all bundled up in blankets & jackets. Everyone kept the day warm with lots of smiles and happiness. Scott being an avid outdoorsman and hunter, Starved Rock was the perfect ceremony location for their wedding. ( Scott even works part time for Miller’s Old Fashioned Butcher Shop located in Plainfield Illinois… stop by their shop for a taste of the best meat you’ll find in Northern Illinois. )

 

S+C’s outdoor May wedding ceremony was at Starved Rock State Park in Utica, Illinois. Their Spring wedding took place just outside of the rustic, canyonside log cabin on a romantic flagstone terrace surrounded by nature. After the ceremony, the bride, groom and bridal party bundled up from the cold ( me and the girls even put on pants under our dresses ) and we headed into a canyon for a couple in the canyon photos. The hiking helped warmed us up. And later in the evening with toasting, laughing, celebrating and dancing at Scott + Cherilyn’s reception in Ottawa at Pit Stick Pavillion, everyone easily became warmed up again. In knowing all of the Miller’s very well, we know we will be talking about Scott + Cherilyn’s wedding at one of the next Miller family or Stewart farm get togethers soon and probably for many years to come!!

 

Scott + Cherilyn we hope you enjoyed your wedding day and the photo memories captured on your wedding day. Love ya both and we are excited about your future together as husband + wife. Wishing many wonderful years to come for you guys… Hugs + Kisses.”

 

 

 

 

We love the Starved Rock area!! We are out in the Illinois River Valley area often because it’s so picturesque. Be sure to visit our other wedding photos blog post from in August 2009 featuring images Starved Rock wedding photography from Mohsin + Heidi’s outdoor wedding ceremony, canyon photos and reception in the lodge. We are often in the Starved Rock for engagement sessions too. Be sure to visit our Starved Rock Engagement Photo Session Archive before you leave our blog.

“What a beautiful “picnic in the woods style” May wedding!! Ryan and I loved Sean + Stephanie’s wedding day. Remember when we photographed S+S at this same wooded Sugar Grove, IL Forest Preserve back in January? It was much greener this time around (and definitely warmer at close to 90 degrees plus humidity.) The wedding at the forest preserve was filled with bright colors of orange, warm touches of nature’s green and brown, and was buzzing with family and friends gathering for Sean + Steph’s wedding ceremony.

 

The picturesque outdoor ceremony spot Sean + Stephanie picked was on a rolling tree-covered hill, beneath the warm shining sun — intimate nature was all around and it was an absolutely perfect, naturally beautiful May day. S+S’s ceremony at Bliss Woods reminded Ryan and I of our own Nevada mountain wedding ceremony in a way… our favorite types of weddings to shoot are destinations or local Chicago area outdoor ceremonies.

 

Sean + Stephanie’s very personalized ceremony and “picnic-style” reception was a reflection of Sean+Steph’s relationship, engagement at the park and past visits to Bliss Woods. With the help of Mary Beth Kraft of Social Butterfly and her wedding planning & decorating expertise, the day encased numerous touches of picnic elements such as baskets, candles, cupcakes, wine bottles, wildflowers, picnic benches, picnic tables + table cloths, outdoor wooden touches brought inside, shades of oranges, and greenery. The guests enjoyed live music, everyone danced all night, it was truly a memorable and awesome time. During the ceremony the Aletheia String Quartet created a ceremonial ambiance and played “All you need is Love” as the exit song —a special request by Stephanie. Prior to dinner the Brent Shroy Recital (a live band who are friend’s of Sean+Steph) joined by Stephanie’s sister Amanda, the maid-of-honor, performed during happy hour. DJ Monty from St. Louis Missouri kept the dance floor going all night long. I fell in love with their first dance song “Can’t Help Falling in Love, Fools Rush In” a cover by Ingrid Michaelson. ( I downloaded this song myself. It’s beautiful & a perfect first dance song! ) The reception venue was a familiar place to Sean’s family and grandparents. It was a country barn style police lodge which was decorated with twinkling lights spanning the roof beams. Attached to lodge was a white tent which included picnic tables and a cocktail bar, so guests could enjoy more of the outdoors throughout the evening until the end of the reception. We loved the set up and so did the guests.

 

Thanks S+S for setting aside a little extra time in your busy wedding day for some on-location bridal coverage! It was fun photographing indoors at the restaurant & bar and getting creative with the Bride + Groom : ) Sean + Stephanie — we hope you love these fun pics and enjoy the photographed memories of your wedding day. Thanks for hiring us, we enjoyed celebrating with your family & friends and maybe we’ll see you again one day one soon at one of their weddings… if we’re lucky!!”

 

 

 

 

Revisit Sean + Stephanie’s Winter engagement photo session which also took place at Bliss Woods in Sugar Grove.

 

Sean + Stephanie’s outdoor wedding ceremony and reception were both in Sugar Grove Illinois. Their Spring wedding ceremony took place at Bliss Woods and following was the reception at the nearby Kane County F.O.P. wooden lodge and rustic barn. Wedding day planning and coordination by Mary Beth Kraft from Social Butterfly 630-631-9567. The live event music was by the Aletheia String Quartet, the Brent Shroy Recital, Stephanie’s sister Amanda and Scott Monahan of DJ Monty 618-567-6237.

“With so many photos and wedding day details, we could have several Mike + Aimeé wedding photo blog entries describing the details of their amazing wedding day. While driving home from their wedding, we kept raving about how amazing and intricately specialized every moment of their wedding day truly was.

 

To sum it all up, their Illinois Spring wedding was a Chicago wedding photographers “dream” to photograph… so many details, DETAILS, details!! To all who attended, didn’t you appreciate every single detail too? … Between the bride, groom, both of their families and wedding day coordination from Holly Coan of A Passion For Weddings, it was a dazzling designed and a “modern vintage styled” wedding day.

 

Mike and Aimeé’s elegant Chicagoland wedding, ceremony and bridal session all took place at the historic Patrick C. Haley Mansion in Joliet Illinois. The Patrick Haley Mansion is a three and one half story exquisite “Castle on the Hill” located in downtown Joliet. The historical wedding venue provided wonderful photo opportunities for us to create some overall distinctive styled pictures and the perfect location for pre-ceremony, bridal magazine editorial style photos of Aimeé in her empire style, lace 2010 Pronovias Collection wedding gown. We always love photographing our couples in unique venue’s environments, but when Aimee offered to us added time for a solo bridal session in the Mansion, we fell in love with the idea!

 

The Patrick Haley Mansion was built in 1889 and is a historical wedding venue described as stately and impressive. The Mansion is decorated with antique period furniture and includes the full use of the entire inside and the outside building’s grounds – - access is to the Mansion’s historical three floors on South side of the property and it includes to the North the grand ballroom, conservatory and outside garden. The mix of venue styles is “vintage history, plus sophistication” all-in-one for a visually impressive and memorable wedding event space! We loved it. ( And Aimeé told us she did too. ) Opting for the indoor ceremony option, as M+A’s April Spring day was sunny but a little chilly, their sun filled indoor space was ideal for indoor, ceremony photography and lighting. The conservatory’s floor to ceiling windows and the golden sun shining was magical. After dinner, the venue converted the conservatory space providing the perfect stage for their choreographed wedding’s first dance under the ceiling’s atrium skylights.

 

Just to name a few, of the many details, we loved… the handcrafted hurricane candle lit table centerpieces, subtle touches of soft pink at each table, the “Bella Rosa” gold sugar lined pink martini wedding cocktail drinks created in honor of Mike + Aimeé, the opening of the ceremony when a guest speaker spoke to Mike prior to Aimeé’s entry at the ceremony, and the various reception moments ( such as the elegant first dance, desserts and the added venue’s architectural highlights. ) There were too many beautiful individualized touches on Mike and Aimeé’s day to list – details were around every corner. We enjoyed the bridal party who as a group were dressed an a modern vintage and elegant style. For Aimeé and her bridesmaid’s, as a pleasant alternative to holding flowers, the ladies carried white satin clutches and accessorized with contrasting black gloves. Aimee’s Barcelona dress was paired with a Spanish fan and family heirloom handkerchief. Her eye catching, cathedral length veil next to Mike’s distinctive suit’s fittings, all composed their regal wedding day style. A stunning couple and fantastic bridal party group to photograph!

 

Thank you Mike + Aimeé again in choosing us as your wedding photographers! We are so happy a past client of ours Joshua + Stacy referred you to us. We loved every moment of your wedding, the personalized details, the historic venue and working with the two of you. We wish your new marriage all the best. Enjoy your Punta Cana, Dominican honeymoon trip + best wishes to a happily wedded future together.”

 

 

 

Revisit our September 2009 engagement photo session with Mike + Aimee.

 

Mike + Aimee’s bridal session, wedding and reception venue all took place at Patrick C. Haley Mansion patrickhaleymansion.com. in Joliet Illinois. Wedding day planning and coordination by Holly Coan from A Passion For Weddings apassionforweddings.com. Mike + Aimee’s first dance instructor was Elena at Tinley Park Fred Astaire Dance Studio fredastairetinleypark.com. Aimee’s arranged a week prior to her wedding a trip to New York to pick up her wedding gown from Pronovias’s New York City Flagship Store. To view more stunning dresses by the Barcelona dress designer Pronovias, visit pronovias.com.

“Joe + Megan capture the first wedding of our 2010 season spot, leading off with their beautiful Spring wedding. Their day fell on an unexpected, but wonderful 70 degree April day. From the moment I arrived at Megan’s home prior to her putting her dress on, the first thing I noticed was Megan glowing with pure happiness. In fact, her smile and the sound of her joyful laugh continued on and was heard through out the day as she greeted each of her guests. Megan and Joe… thank you for choosing us to be a part of your wonderful day! We enjoyed capturing the smiles, laughter and tears as Megan walked down the isle and the numerous celebrant reception smiles of you, your fantastic families and group of friends. We hope you are having a wonderful time on your honeymoon + cruise this week and we will be in touch with the rest of the images after your return. Congratulations!!”

 

Joe + Megan’s Catholic wedding ceremony took place at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Schaumburg and their reception followed at the nearby Chandler’s at the Schaumburg Golf Club. While in route to Joe + Megan’s Schaumburg reception, we found an incredible park in Schaumburg where the willow trees were actually growing along the lawn and horizontally – which was perfect for unique, bridal party and editorial style wedding photos. Enjoy!

 

Sarah + Ryan Miller:

“We enjoyed reuniting with two wonderful people Joshua + Stacy photographing the celebration of their Chicago North Shore wedding ceremony and reception. If you remember J+S’s high fashion engagement session in Chicago, this couple has a connection for each other which shines in front of the camera. Not to mention, they photograph like bridal magazine models! On their wedding day, unfortunate approaching clouds and rain prompted for an indoor ceremony and improvising during the bridal session pics. ; ( The solution… some awesome covered bridge bridal photos and romantic fireplace indoor pics. From J+S’s beautiful ceremony and reception, to the festive celebrating, smiles, dancing, music and fun times had by all, we personally had a fantastic time!

 

When we first met Joshua and Stacy, they told us of their search for a unique Chicago wedding photographer. We are so happy you stumbled upon our wedding blog and contacted us. Thank you J+S in hiring us to be a part of your wedding day! Two amazing people, we know you are off to an incredible life together as a couple. Congratulations!”

 

 

Stacy’s talented wedding day, bridal make-up artist was Viktoria Zarovsky.
For more information about her and her services, we invite you to visit the Color Vision web site.

 

10.26.09 Update: Take a look at Joshua + Stacy’s wedding photos and featured story on the Trendsetting Wedding blog.

01.04.10 Update: Read about J+S’s wedding planning and photos featured on the Wedding Nouveau wedding blog.

Sarah + Ryan Miller:

“Mohsin + Heidi traveled with family and friends to Heidi’s home state of Illinois to unite in marriage under a canopy of trees at Starved Rock State Park in Utica, IL. A far contrast from their current location in bustling New York City as graduate students at Columbia University, Starved Rock offered Heidi memories of her early childhood visits hiking the canyons, as well as the perfect wedding location incorporating the beauty of nature, an intimate ceremony backdrop and rustic retreat of the lodge.

 

M+H planned for a romantic pre-ceremony, private meeting spot followed by a hike into one of the park’s many sandstone canyons which served as a beautiful backdrop for their bridal photos. A wedding at Starved Rock Lodge is an excellent option when searching for a Chicago outdoor wedding ceremony location – it is noted as one of the Seven Wonders of Illinois.

 

With the early morning rain thankfully receding, Mohsin + Heidi’s ceremony proceeded outdoors where the soft sounds of a dulcimer enhanced the Islamic Nikah ceremony officiated by the Imam. Heidi customized every visual element of their destination wedding day with the incorporation of personalized details of brilliant, peacock feathers which influenced the variety of jewel tones in her bridesmaid’s dresses and various feathers within the wedding programs, bridal hair pieces and décor. She looked stunning in her unique, 1920’s vintage style, v-line Jenny Lee gown purchased from Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier in NYC. Thank you Heidi + Mohsin and congratulations! We enjoyed spending your wedding day with the two of you.”

 

Contact Jill Jacobs the wedding coordinator at Starved Rock Lodge by calling 800-868-ROCK.
For wedding and bridal party hair and make-up, contact Heidi’s stylist Neil at Luscious Moi Beauty Salon located in LaSalle, Illinois at (815) 220-8005.
View Heidi + Mohsin’s published wedding announcement in The New York Times by clicking here.

Sarah + Ryan Miller:

“On Saturday, we documented the celebratory events of Mohsin + Heidi’s traditional Muslim Mehndi Ceremony held within two of the groom’s family cabins at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort in Utica, IL near Starved Rock. Family, friends and well wishers gathered for the colorful pre-wedding festivities. Didn’t Mohsin + Heidi look like royalty? Ryan and I enjoyed meeting both the Bride and Groom’s families and capturing the vibrant colors of Heidi’s abundance of personalized gifts, along with the vibrant fabrics and textures of the lively event.”

Sarah + Ryan Miller:

“If you have traveled to Southwest Florida in the Summer, you know storms roll in from the Gulf quickly and raindrops fall nearly everyday in late afternoon. Last Sunday for Jeff and Suzie’s beachfront Naples wedding it was gladly another story! Basically the only dry day the entire week we were in South Florida, J+S’s barefoot in the sand wedding ceremony cheerfully proceeded and was sealed with a sweet kiss.

 

As both Chicago area and destination photographers, we enjoy traveling with our couples. Jeff and Suzie hand picked the beautiful LaPlaya Beach Resort in Naples Florida because of it’s picturesque sparkling turquoise water and white sandy beach stretching nearly to infinity. Not to mention, the resort is one of SW Florida’s finest beachfront hotels and has multiple oceanside pools. A perfect beach and relaxing by the pool were a must have on J+S’s resort searching wish list.

 

Thank you Jeff + Suzie in choosing us to travel with you from Illinois to Florida. We enjoyed photographing your coastal themed wedding on Vanderbilt beach alongside you, your family members and close friends. And wow – we got some seriously FUN wedding dance floor photos!”

 

One last thing regarding the awesome team of vendors we worked alongside for J+S’s wedding.
The LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort was truly the perfect destination resort with an impeccable staff, elegant ballrooms and a picturesque, ocean front ceremony locations. ( Check the resort out here www.laplayaresort.com ) Kathy, Jeff + Suzie’s wedding coordinator, did an excellent job bringing the entire day seamlessly altogether and was a pleasure to work with. Randy Bender, the Wedding DJ and Event Specialist, was also very cool. He came right over and made us personally feel like we fit right in – it was like talking to an old friend. Thanks again Randy for letting us stand on your speakers to get those killer dance floor shots!!! ( To book Randy Bender call 234-567-8910.) Miller + Miller would definitely recommend these two professionals to anyone interested in a destination Naples Florida area beach wedding.