Kristen and Craig held a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception at The Peachtree Club, high atop Midtown, Atlanta. Flowers were designed by Carla Duncan of On Occasions of Atlanta. Makeup by makeup artist, Staci Gibbs. Following the intimate ceremony, Kristen and Craig took a few minutes of private time and strolled down Peachtree Street. Craig is an avid hockey player and he and his team enjoyed the hockey game at the bar. The photo booth was a big hit. Even the photographer took the opportunity to have his picture made with the bride and her sister. After hours of dancing the night away on the terrace, guests were treated to Krispy Kreme doughnuts. Congratulations, Kristen and Craig!

Each year, Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research holds a Day of Pampering event at Bloomingdale’s. Rally Kids and their Moms are treated to a day of pampering and preparation for the upcoming Rally on the Runway gala event.

http://rallyfoundation.org

We were honored to document this special event.

The VIP’s arrived in Mercedes sponsored by Mercedes Benz of Buckhead.

Upon arrival, the Moms and daughters were greeted on the red carpet.

One of the activities was a a quick portrait session with Mother and Daughters.

Practicing for the runway gala event.

Rally founder, Dean Crowe.

Mother and Daughter.

The sponsored gift bags were a big hit.

Ritz Carlton of Buckhead provided lunch.

The formal bridal portrait has seen more popular days in the past. Back in the day, it was a requirement to have as part of the wedding formalities. We would love to see it return.

Hair and Makeup by Staci Gibbs

stacigibbs.com

Our day began at the beautiful Atlanta Botanical Gardens and finished up at Turner Field.
 

The Standard Club provided a beautiful backdrop for our photography session with Gisselle and David.

Photographing Kristen and Craig at the beautiful house where Kristen grew up provided a perfect backdrop for a wonderful photo shoot.

They have 3 locations to choose from AND the owners support St. Baldrick’s raising money for childhood cancer. They are great guys so we support them!

Last year, we attended all 3 locations and snapped a few pics. Check out the 3 shows below to get in the mood for another rocking Irish celebration at Meehan’s.

Sandy Springs

Downtown

Vinings

More info on this year’s event sponsored by 92.9 dave FM here.

Saturday was my 2nd year of volunteering for the annual St. Baldrick’s Be a Hero at Meehan’s event. This year, the event blew out the fund raising, thanks in part to all the many volunteers, including Suzie Ruddle, Rich Sullivan, Gary Gross, Rally Foundation, all the police and fire fighters and other organizations.

A special shout out to Atlanta Falcon’s Dominique Franks, our celebrity volunteer, who shaved many heads and even autographed his fine work.

Each year, 160,000 children are diagnosed with cancer worldwide. Cancer is the number one disease killer of children in the U.S. and Canada. Research saves lives.

This year, St. Baldrick’s Be a Hero at Meehan’s is currently over $70,000 in donations!

Here is a slide show of the event.

(Click this link to view the show in highest quality –> http://youtu.be/tWr1FphjVKs)

ShamRocknRoll is a night of dancing and partying with all your friends to great bands. Last year’s headliner was Ed Kowalczyk of live. In this video, you will see stage shots of Ed backstage and performing.

This year’s headliner is Cracker.

See you there!

Charlie

This weekend is action packed! First, on Saturday, we will be photographing the St. Baldrick’s Shave for Children’s Cancer at Meehan’s Public House in Sandy Springs.

St. Baldrick’s Meehan’s Public House, Sandy Springs

It is not too late to volunteer to be a shavee or to donate to the cause in the name of a shavee or team.

St. Baldrick’s event on facebook

Then, later that evening at Meehan’s Sandy Springs, ShamRock and Roll cranks up. The evening ends with Cracker!

Meehan’s Public House – Sandy Springs

Sunday, we will be at the Bloomingdale’s, Lenox Mall to photograph the Rally on the Runway – Day of Pampering put on by the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research. Here is a link to their facebook page.

Photos coming soon!

Charlie