In May, the incomparable wedding photographer Elizabeth Messina hosted a workshop in France, and the photographers from around the world who attended experienced a week of creativity and astounding beauty that they will surely never forget. Our own Junebug co-founder Kim and her husband Adam worked along side Elizabeth to make this event come to life (the chateau where the workshop was held was the location of Kim and Adam’s wedding a few years back, which Blair and I were so very lucky to attend!) and so today we are able to show you a glimpse of the photographic magic that took place during that special week. On Photobug we have the images taken by Elizabeth herself (go take a look!), and here we have the beautiful wedding inspiration that was captured by the A Lovely Workshop attendees. Enjoy!
The location, the straight-out-of-a-fairytale Chateau St. Julien l’Ars…
(Above images by Caroline Tran, Liga Photography, Silvana Di Franco Photography, Aaron Watson Photography, Silvana Di Franco Photography, Tinydot Photography, Katherine Holly Photography, Dana Eason Photography, Katy Trefry Photography and Caroline Tran)
We love these bridal fashions, from designers Lovely Bride, Claire Pettibone, Kirstie Kelly, Sarah Seven, Delphine Manivet, Jennifer Behr and Twigs and Honey…
(Above images in order by Kate MacPherson Photographer, Kate MacPherson Photographer, Liga Photography,Jen Fariello Photography, Jenny Kim Photography, Liga Photography, Silvana Di Franco Photography, Liga Photography)
the romantic hair and make-up done by Erin Skipley and Lauren Napier…
(Above images in order by Caroline Tran, Jen Fariello Photography, Caroline Tran, Caroline Tran, Kate MacPherson Photographer, Katy Trefry Photography, Tag 7 Studio, Jenny Kim Photography, Katy Trefry Photography, Katherine Holly Photography, Kate MacPherson Photographer,)
and the exquisite styling by Eden Rodriguez of End Design – a combination of charming accessories brought from the States as well as antiques from the chateau itself.
(Above images in order by Jen Fariello Photography, Christine Hardy, Jen Fariello Photography, Jenny Kim Photography, Jenny Kim Photography, Tanya Malott, Katy Trefry Photography, Tag 7 Studio, Caroline Tran, Jenny Kim Photography)
Below are the beautiful faces of the attendees and photographers themselves, who turned to focus their cameras on each other while capturing the fun and comraderie of this event. We hope their gorgeous photos will inspire you to live your dreams and express your personal style.
(Above images in order by Kate MacPherson Photographer, Kate MacPherson Photographer, Caroline Tran, Jenny Kim Photography, Tanya Malott, Caroline Tran, Jenny Kim Photography, Caroline Tran, Caroline Tran, Liga Photography, Jylls Photography, Jylls Photography, Tanya Malott, Aaron Watson Photography, Silvana Di Franco Photography, Katherine Holly Photography, Tanya Malott, Jylls Photography)
Workshop: A Lovely Workshop with Elizabeth Messina
Location: Chateau St. Julien l’Ars
Fashion from Lovely Bride, Claire Pettibone, Kirstie Kelly, Sarah Seven, Delphine Manivet, Jennifer Behr and Twigs and Honey
Hair and Make-up by Erin Skipley and Lauren Napier
Amazing Models: Julie Falconer, Gina Moore and Myra Callan
Styling by Eden Rodriguez of End Design
Vintage silver spoons by Monkey Always Look
Calligraphy by Xandra Y. Zamora
Signs by Modern Press
Letterpress paper products by Chewing The Cud
Chocolates by Delysia Chocolates
and other helpful sponsors and souls: People Magazine Editor Ulrica Wilborg, PDN deputy editor Jacqueline Tobin, Leah Macdonald, Bliss Books, Kristin* from Bliss* Video Production, Yvette Roman, Image Source
Thank you, Elizabeth, and all of you talented photographers for sharing your images and experience with us! What an adventure!
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So so lovely to see this… what beautiful images, what beautiful people… a workshop of a lifetime because of all that I learned from these photographers, as professionals and as friends…
Wow….what an honor!! Thank you so much for posting these images. I had an incredible time and met some of the most wonderful people. I’m truly blessed to have had this opportunity. Cheers!
To say that these images are picture perfect would be an understatement. I love the way each one tells its own story. Outstanding photography. The setting was gorgeous as well.
Gorgeous photos. Wish you had given us models credit along with everyone else. We worked really hard all week!
oh this was so wonderful to see and relive ,thank you thank you ….love it
These photos are fabulous. I’ve been married 28 years and feel inspired to have a 30th ceremony with photos like these. Thank you Katie for offering us such a valuable glimpse into one of the most wonderful days of one’s life.
Just when I couldn’t love Erin, Jack & Isaac any more than I do….
AMAZING! I want to live in these photos!!!
holy smokes. these images are so gorgeous.
Is it too soon to suggest a reunion?!? lol What an amazing adventure. Really, I feel that I am still processing it all adn still haev so much to say and write about the experience. I was off to a good start, then life got in the way… I have done quite a few workshops in my lifetime, and this one touched me more deeply than any. No offense to the boys (because you were each amazing contributors as well…), but WOW, what an incredible thing to experience with a castle full of camera-toting babes! So much passion and talent and love….all in one place and time. It was a miracle. Love to all! Tanya
Wedding in the park or in the garden best concept… Just love it..!!
This is an effective workshop! All the images look so beautiful and inspiring. The lighting in all the images were spot on! Congrats to all photographers involved. You should be proud
Beautiful images. Wish I could have attended! What fun!