Summer is on all of our minds right now. And there is a lot to love about the tropical beach wedding. Just picture the sun on your face and the sand between your toes. Ahhhhhhhhhh...
When choosing a date, take time to organize your priorities. Some things you just have to have; other things you might like, but don't necessarily need; and some things are a red flag "no"! Remember that the things you knew you had to have when you were younger might not be your current style, so give yourself time to "play" with different ideas. [caption id="attachment_19204" align="alignnone" width="1024"] 85mm Photography[/caption] Dedicate an appropriate amount of time to thinking about each different style, scenario, date & place, even if you believe you'll never chose it in...
Here in Duluth we have Winter. And Winter is awesome, and we have a great time. (Especially when fun bridal parties come together with fun photographers, like Beau Petersen Photography.) [caption id="attachment_19180" align="alignnone" width="981"] Beau Petersen Photography[/caption] We Duluthians believe that Winter is absolutely gorgeous- part of the reason why we love Winter Weddings! [caption id="attachment_4662" align="alignnone" width="683"] Lauren Baker Photography[/caption] Once in awhile Winter is just okay, and we can't help but dream of Spring. And if you have a Spring or Summer Wedding, you're probably wondering if the season is ever going to change,...
Did you know that Generation Z is starting to get married? And when it comes to their weddings, the name of the game is personalization. But isn't it kinda for everybody? In fact, The Knot says that 74% of couples getting married these days has at least one personal element or theme in their wedding. We've compiled some unique ideas for you to consider! Take a different take on the bouquet, like: a Flower necklace! Pinwheels instead of flowers! [caption id="attachment_19104" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Bellagala Wedding Photography[/caption] Have guests pass flowers to the bride as she walks down the...
Duluth’s Best Kept Secret. We are going to flat out spill the beans and let you in on Duluth’s Best Kept Secret- the Hidden Treasure…. the Crown of Downtown… in the Heart of the HART District… a Flash into the Past… [caption id="attachment_19113" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Render Photography[/caption] That's right- the Moorish Room. The Moorish Room by Black Woods is located just off of what was once Hotel Duluth's lobby...
Save-The-Dates, Invitations, & Thank-You's oh my! When it comes to planning a wedding, many questions can arise around these hot topics. What's the difference between save-the-dates and invitations? Do I really need to send a thank you after such a great party? Where do I put my registry info? When should I send each of these? Great Questions, let's get started! Save the Dates are designed to give people the heads up that they will be invited to your wedding when it comes time to send the invites. Try to send your save-the-dates about 6-9...
Every bridal party is unique, and can be an essence of who you are as a couple. Sometimes there are twenty members, sometimes only two, sometimes none! In the case of the royal wedding, the bridal party was made up of children. (Check out our blog about the royal wedding here). Sometimes there are more on one side than the other. Sometimes they walk as couples, triples, or even individuals. Sometimes they are Groomsmaids and sometimes they are Bridesmen. Sometimes they are Flower Grandmas and sometimes they are Gift Guards. Age knows no boundaries. And every role is an...
From the time that Prince Harry & Meghan Markle announced their engagement in November, it will have been less than 6 months when they say “I Do” on May 19th. For some, a short-term engagement is wildly romantic and can actually take some pressure off of planning the wedding. Of course, there is no one right way for everyone, but there is a right way for anyone. Here are some great things about short engagements: You get to be married! You'll be kindly forced to make focused decisions about what you really want. There is...
Forward Just kidding, this is not a novel, it's a blog. Chapter 1 Once upon a time, David Oliver started his career at Greysolon by Black Woods as a Houseman. He enjoyed getting an exercise in by lifting heavy tables, and took ownership over the space. He delighted in knowing that when the couple walked in on the morning of their wedding, they would be amazed at the view he helped to set into place. [caption id="attachment_18991" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Render Photography[/caption] [caption id="attachment_18992" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Render Photography[/caption] [caption id="attachment_18993" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Mattea Rose Photography[/caption] [caption id="attachment_18997" align="alignnone" width="1024"]...
By now, you’ve probably caught wind of the fact- or even experienced for yourself- that at Greysolon by Black Woods our goal is for you to enjoy your wedding day and not have to think about what’s going on behind the scenes. Still… don’t you kinda want to know what’s going on behind the scenes?! We’ve put together some sneak-peeks from each step of the way to show you just how your Wedding Day comes together at Greysolon Ballroom. [caption id="attachment_4279" align="alignnone" width="684"] © Bailey Aro Photography[/caption] THE REACH OUT: We are so excited to...