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Weekday Weddings – Preston Woodall House

Stacy Borelli — Fri, 20 May 2011 05:48:06 +0000

I’ve been called into action for a Friday wedding and the occasional Sunday wedding, but a Weekday Wedding in the middle of the week? This was a first for me as a Smithfield Wedding Photographer; not for being at the lovely Preston Woodall House in Benson, NC, but a Wednesday wedding with only the couple, the lovely Diane Frazier of the Benson B&B, and their chosen minister. The idea was simply romantic, but still done well. The plan was for an early evening ceremony and lots of tasteful pictures afterwards followed up by a romantic 4 course dinner from the Preston Woodall House

Lori had reached out to me approximately three weeks prior to her wedding date stating that her and her fiance Matt, a software engineer, were just ‘going for it’. Their families were for the most part, out-of-towners, and they didn’t want to burden them with the travel for the occasion. The two having met on Match, an online dating website for singles, had only been dating for a short while. Lori claimed the stake to Matt saying she pursued him on the website. They’ve been together ever since.

And so it was, May 4th, a Wednesday afternoon, that the two said their, ‘I do’s', on a perfectly temperate day. Lori had warned me that the song she walked down the aisle to, something about wearing socks with shoes, was highly personal to them. It was for sure an atypical wedding march song, but then again, their Weekday Wedding was as well. However, it was entirely sweet and I’m redundant in saying a romantic wedding.

They, two days later honeymooned on a cruise while I edited and prepared her wedding gallery. It was ready for them when they got back. Got the loveliest email from Lori after which is affirmation that makes what I do all worthwhile. “I’m so excited!!!!!! They are so beautiful!!! I’m totally blown away – you are amazing. You have no idea how pleased I am.”. I’ve done my job, but not without the glory of God.

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Raleigh Wedding Photographer – Preston Woodall House {Benson, NC}

Stacy Borelli — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 04:24:53 +0000

An endearing phrase coined by my super cool couple, Troy and Jenny began their “Journey to the Rocking Chair” on August 7th at the Victorian B&B in Benson; Preston Woodall House.

The stage was set for a hot August wedding at the Preston Woodall House in Benson. The floral arts by Dutch Iris{Dunn} added full Summer chic ambiance throughout the whole wedding backdrop. Jenny was given away by her Dad and also her four-legged best friend, Buddy. The aisle was garnished with white hydrangea balls, accented with batchelor buttons, trimmed with lime green ribbon. The black and lime green theme carried over into their gorgeous might I add, delicious wedding cake by Swank Cake Design of Raleigh. The party quickly livened up post dinner by the musical dj stylings of Randy Pulley DJ.

The couple parted their guests at the end of the evening via a sparkler exit and into a vintage car.

Best wishes to you both, Troy & Jenny as you Journey to the Rocking Chair!

Troy&Jenny – Preston Woodall House View their slideshow

Troy+Jenny+Troy’s 2 Boys=Engagement session and Family! – Raleigh, NC

Stacy Borelli — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 04:21:40 +0000

Could this soon to be family get any cuter? I knew that I was in for more than an e-session when Jenny hired me for her pending August wedding at Preston Woodall House in Benson, NC. Having been proposed to by a scavenger hunt with messages in bottles, Jenny’s marrying a wonderful single father to two adorable boys and had asked for permission that they be included in the session with them. It was a no-brainer for me; of course! They’re just as much a part of who they are as a couple.

We had a fun early Spring frolic amongst the blossoming cherries, all the while, a playful demeanor coursed the whole session.

Below are a few of my favs.

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We’re Featured!

Stacy Borelli — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:45:34 +0000

So excited to share that Swank Photo Studio is featured in two top local magazines.

Southern Bride & Groom is host to our wedding feature for Brett & Allison’s wedding at the Preston Woodall House in Benson, NC. An absolutely gorgeous wedding designed by the very talented Shawn Schindler of Your Special Day.

And then moving on over to The Bride\’s Book , we are generously featured throughout the pages of the magazine boasting our gorgeous bride’s and grooms from 2009. Please also check out their blog . Christy & Ferris’ gorgeous Grand Bahamian wedding is featured there too.

You can find copies of Southern Bride & Groom at Belk’s throughought the region as well as local boutique dress shops and other wedding vendors in the Triangle area. The Bride’s Book can be found throughout the Triangle including Barnes & Noble booksellers and Harris Teeter.

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Brett + Allison-Preston Woodall House – Benson, NC

Stacy Borelli — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:08:54 +0000

What a wedding! I met the sweet couple back at the bridal show last January when Allison came gimping up to me on crutches. Joel Hurley from the Preston Woodall House in Benson was at the same show and sent them my way. Thanks Joel!! We talked for awhile and later wrapped things. They were to have a formal military cadence ceremony incorporated into their 220+ guest wedding.

With so many details at hand, they hired the help of the wonderfully talented, Shawn Schindler of Your Special Day to pull the navy and gold color scheme together. There were so many pretty touches to the magnolia clad wedding which was evident at the altar and on the cake. Flowers by Kelly Odom graced the centerpieces as well as the altar and the navy blue cake(no pun intended as Brett seerves in the United States Navy) was done by no other than Donna of Sweet Memories in Apex.

It was a lively reception as the 6 piece band The Fabulous Shades played on through the night. I think everyone stayed until the end which made for the most impressive sparkler exit.

Best wishes to Brett + Allison! And Brett, hats off for serving our great nation and to the both of you for your sacrifice!

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Allison’s glamorous and glowing look was the vision of Jennifer Parker-Buenviaje – http://www.makeupforyourday.com