SubscribeWhen Nikia and Andre told me that they had booked the American Visionary Arts Museum for their wedding and reception, I immediately wanted to shoot their wedding. I have worked there before and it is a wonderful venue, offering so many unique places for portraits, as well as a stunning backdrop for the wedding events. I was also thrilled when they revealed in our meeting that they were expecting a baby, and that I would get to meet him at the wedding! And what an adorable little man he turned out to be!
Nikia and Andre hired Bellwether Events and decided on a Willy Wonka (the original movie version) themed wedding. Nikia and Andre wed under an arch covered in 35mm and 8mm film, a literal interpretation of their movie theme. When they exchanged their very personal vows, there was not a dry eye in the house.
I could go on and on about the details at their reception. The amazing half-wedding cake, the movie quotes, the candy and chocolate bar, and the 3D menu card. You could hear the guests chatting about how stunning and great the wedding was. It was an incredibly original and colorful and wonderful wedding and I was so thrilled to be a part of it. Congratulations to Nikia, Andre and little Phoenix!
Oh I almost forgot that Nikia use the holiday gift I gave my brides. A ring dish from Paloma Nest
Venue: American Visionary Arts Museum
Event Designer: Bellwether Events
Florist: Crimson and Clover
DJ: MyDeeJay
Cake: Sweet Bakery
Rentals: DC Rental
Catering: Putting on the Ritz
