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A few more pictures from Jerome!

Jerome sent over a few more of his more recent pictures and I thought you all would enjoy them!

 

  

Vendor Showcase....ICONographix

Some of you may know ICONographix by their former name of Eventi Productions. Their style is edgy and upfront... I love it! Check out what Ambrosia has to say below!

 

Company Name:

[ICON]ographix

Person Responding and Title:

Ambrosia Gilchrist Varaschin, Artistic Director & Principal Iconographer

1. What services does your company provide?

[ICON]ographix has revolutionized the photographic industry, providing imagery for the 21^st century.  Specializing in weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, and boudoir photography, we offer unique, unconventional, and artistic images that are iconic of your personal individual style.

2. What is your company philosophy?

With the increasing ability of technology, just about anyone can be a photographer nowadays; it takes a true artist to become an Iconographer.  An Iconographer doesn’t take pictures, she predicts, documents, and captures something more than just a snapshot, more than just a moment, it is the capture of a fragment of time that embraces the energy and emotion of its focus.  Iconography is the convergence of photographic, artistic, journalistic, and literary talent and expertise to create an extraordinary masterpiece the artwork of life.

3. How long has your company been operating?

We are brand new to Ottawa, but have been operating in Europe and in Saskatchewan since 2001.

4. What are some of your most memorable events that you have worked on and why?

I have done a number of ethnic weddings on the prairies, and developed a very close working relationship with the Iraqi community, documenting at least three weddings a year for them, and they have become more like friends than clients.  Their weddings are very vivacious and action packed, with plenty of dancing and eating—I never get home before

2 am

.  They are so much fun, and as they are a tight knit community I get a chance to see former clients on a regular basis, they make my job even more enjoyable than it already is.

5. What questions do you believe all prospective clients should be asking?

I think clients are afraid to ask too many questions, I’ve even had to press brides to ask me as many questions as they like after promising not to bug me anymore!  I encourage clients to ask as many questions as they can, even if they don’t directly pertain to photography.  It is important to get a feel for each other, after all you are going to be spending your entire day with your photographer, you should get along with them.  Some key questions:
WHO: Will you personally be shooting, or will another photographer
WHAT: What do you provide, and what is our obligation (props, etc).  What kind of products do you have for purchase? Is there a limit to the number of exposures?
WHERE: Is there a limit to our locations?
WHEN: How long until we get to see our images? How long for albums, prints, etc?
HOW: Are you digital or film?  How large can our images print to, and are your prints inkjet or photographic?  How do you make your albums—in house or through a professional manufacturer?
WHY: Why should I hire you over another type of photographer, or over my friend who takes great pictures with his digital camera?

6. Is there anything you would like prospective clients to know about your company?

We have an extensive trophy case with national and international awards and nominations, and we are very active in our community.  We are the creators of the first annual Boudoir Blitz, which will be taking place in January 2010 an will raise $20,000 for Breast Cancer Action Ottawa, and we are currently developing a fundraiser for the Ottawa Humane Society.  We also run a discount program for veterans and active military personnel.

 

 

 

Vendor Showcase...Sassy By Nature Gifts!

So I was strolling down the aisle at the Lansdowne Bridal Show just a few short weeks ago and this wonderfully colourful booth caught my eye. It was full of gift boxes and baskets full of delicious treats. I was so excited that I went straight up to Jocee Young the founder of Sassy By Nature Gifts and told her I had to have her on the blog... so without further ado read on for her vendor showcase!

 

Company Name: Sassy by nature Gifts

Person Responding and Title: Josee Young, Founder, Gift Designer

 

 

1.      What services does your company provide?

Sassy By Nature Gifts is a unique gift service that is dedicated to sourcing products that are all Natural and Canadian-made in order to offer healthier options for gift giving with products that are also made right here in Canada.

We specialize in Custom Natural Spa Gift Sets for Bridesmaids (Bridal Party Gifts) and Welcome Out of Town Wedding Guest Gifts (for Hotel Rooms).  Other wedding related natural gifts and or delivered services include; bridal shower/stagette favors, Groomsmen gifts, Mother of Bride/Groom thank you gifts, and our reception hall essentials; natural table favors, emergency items kits in fancy boxes for washrooms at hall/reception, kids play baskets and our slipper or flip flop valet service!

While Welcoming Out of Town Guests at Hotel or Thanking the Bridal Party with Sassy Gifts not only are you directly participating in supporting Canadian small business, you are helping to reduce the mass circulation of harmful chemicals such as; Parabens, Petro Chemicals and Synthetic Ingredients primarily used as preservatives and found in all types of products and or traditional skin care products.

 

 2.      What is your company philosophy?

Personalized service, offering natural unique and affordable wedding related gifts in service to the busy Brides & Grooms of Ottawa.

 

 3.      How long has your company been operating?

Josee formally launched Sassy By Nature Gifts (specializing in wedding related gifts) in May of 2008 after years of experience in large-medium sized event management and an informal home based gift basket service.

 

 4.      What are some of your most memorable events that you have worked on and why?

All weddings and all the unique Brides and Grooms we work with are memorable!

 

 5.      What questions do you believe all prospective clients should be asking?

       

          Can we add anything we like to the recommended gift designs-Yes, often brides and grooms like to tailor the gifts with a special item to really make it a personalized gift

 

Can we customize welcome gifts by price?  Yes, you can customize all of our gifts by preferred price range, or by color, theme, tailored to the individual etc..

 

How much notice do you require?  Sassy recommends that you place your orders well in advance (at least 4 weeks notice) to ensure we will have the welcome gifts and bridal party gift sets ready within your timeline.  

 

 

                                     

Justina McCaffrey

This post is for you Kate (I wonder if your dress is amongst these ones!).

So I like to showcase Canadian vendors as much as I can and this vendor is one of the most popular and well known Canadian vendors out there and she even has her flag ship store here in Ottawa!

Justina McCaffrey needs no explaination from me... instead just look at her creations they speak for themselves...

 

 

Dresses from left to right

First Row: Ecclesia, Dream, Flourish, Nuvia

Second Row: Contemplative, Balanchine, Theodora, Petite Fleur

Love them all!

Vendor Showcase- Jerome Scullino Photographer

I first was introduced to Jerome at the Lansdowne Bridal Show, he is a charismatic guy with the talent to match! I fell in love with an image on his website and knew I had to feature him immediately on the blog! So here are his answers to the questions I sent him and some pictures he sent along to illustrate his points!

PS if you go to his website and click on the wedding section you will see the picture I fell in love with it's the one with the bride sitting in the car while its raining and everyone around her has umbrella's...stunning!

1. What services does your company provide?

 My business offer photography services in the following areas of expertise:

Wedding

Portrait

Editorial

Commercial

Family and Kids

Newborn and Maternity

2. What is your company philosophy?

"My passion is to immerse you with beautiful and inspiring images, that are, if not optimistic, humanly positive"

3. How long has your company been operating?

This is my 5 th year in Ottawa. I am 36, I was a "pro" at age 19.

4. What are some of your most memorable events that you have worked on and why?

This year (2008 Season) I had the pleasure to photograph Rebecca and Mike's wedding. We became fast friend, and this in itself is great but... it became really fun when Rebecca's sister started to moon the security guard at the parliament! Don't take my word, ask me for images...

 

5. What questions do you believe all prospective clients should be asking?

Do you have more pictures to show me!? Do you have redundancy plan when it comes to your equipment in case of emergency on the day of? Are you insured? Do we have to stick with a certain etiquette? (no). Actually I welcome all kind of questions, Transparency is the begining trust in a relationship. So just ask and I will answer to the best of my ability.

6. Is there anything you would like prospective clients to know about your company?

 This is not a studio. 1 photographer 1 owner. but really it comes to this: My passion is to immerse you with beautiful and inspiring images, that are, if not optimistic, humanly positive.

 

Vendor Showcase

This vendor showcase comes from Bytown Catering located at 20-5480 Canotek Rd,
Ottawa 613 745 6389 or sales@bytowncatering.com

Company Name:  Bytown Catering / Les traiteurs Bytown

Person Responding and Title: Cheryl Land, Sales Manager                              

1. What services does your company provide?

We provide catering service to small and large groups as well as rental services.

2. What is your company philosophy?

To consistently deliver great food and personalized service at reasonable prices.

3. How long has your company been operating?

  Bytown Catering has been providing catering service since 1966.

4. What are some of your most memorable events that you have worked on and why?

One of our most memorable events has been catering for the Ottawa Police Service and RCMP during the US president Obama’s visit to Ottawa, on February 19, 2009.  We served over 7,000 meals in one day.

5. What questions do you believe all prospective clients should be asking?

 Clients should always ask us what is included with our services. There are many resources and services that we have access to that will make their event much easier.

6. Is there anything you would like prospective clients to know about your company?

 We have built our catering service on word of mouth and our business has flourished, thanks to you sincere commitment to customer service and desire to offer the best high quality food at a reasonable price.  We will offer all of our knowledge and expertise to those looking those looking for advice.

Vendor Showcase - Flowers Talk

Our first vendor showcase comes from Flowers Talk which is located at 1305 Wellington Street East 613-321-0592. Check out the pictures below for a sample of their work!

Company Name: Flowers Talk

Person Responding and Title:Elizabeth Young - Owner

1. What services does your company provide?

Bouquets and floral decor

2. What is your company philosophy?

Modern, romantic and fresh, the flowers should be an extension of your personality.

3. How long has your company been operating?

5 years

4. What are some of your most memorable events that you have worked on and why?

Every wedding is memorable and special!

5. What questions do you believe all prospective clients should be asking?

Who will be creating the floral pieces?
Who will be delivering and setting everything up?

 

   

 

Ottawa Vendor Showcases - In Any Events

So about a week ago I sent out countless emails to vendors that span the whole of the wedding industry in Ottawa asking them to fill out a questionnaire and provide some photo's that I could post on my blog to help out the Ottawa bride.

I have started receiving some of the questionnaires back from vendors so I will start to post them today and will continue to do so as they trickle in. If you have any specific questions that you would like me to ask these vendors let me know!

Here are the questions that I sent to the vendors and my own answers to those questions for In Any Events

Vendor Showcase Questions:

 

 

Company Name:In Any Events

Person Responding and Title: Liane Reeves- Principal Planner

 

 

1. What services does your company provide? We are a full service event planning company. We can help with events of 300+ people to an intimate dinner party of 8 helping you plan every detail of the day or simply coordinating during  the event so that you can be a guest at your own party.

 

2. What is your company philosophy?

 

Our philosophy is your celebration should not just be about a date or an event but also about you and the life you lead including your sense of style, friends, family and the values you hold dear.

 

 3. How long has your company been operating?

 

We are quite new to the Ottawa area but I have been planning events in the UK for the last four years.

 

 

4. What are some of your most memorable events that you have worked on and why?

 

Every event that we help plan is memorable for one moment or another. I have always loved watching a bride and groom look at each other just after walking back down the aisle because you can see the thought  "Wow we're married" in their eyes. I have always loved watching the emotions cross someones face as they receive a heartfelt toast at a dinner party or an anniversary party. I have always loved watching a mommy-to-be looking at the onesies and bibs with a sense of anticipation at a baby shower. These moments never get old.

 

5. What questions do you believe all prospective clients should be asking?

 

When looking for an event planner I believe you need to be asking questions about their sense of style, how they interact with you on the day of your event, and how they interact with your vendors to make sure that they will truly represent you on your day. You should also be looking for a genuine sense of excitement from them, there is nothing worse than an event planner who is no longer excited by the events in their clients life. 

 

6. Is there anything you would like prospective clients to know about your company?

 

 I would like them to know that although we are a young company we have a solid background in event planning and a real thirst for the "realness" of your celebrations. We truly want your day to be your day not just what people think it should be and we will work tirelessly to make sure that is realized.