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Jennifer & Jarett’s Engagement Portrait in the French Quarter

Michael Caswell — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 05:26:51 +0000

I had a great time with this delightful San Francisco couple. It was a gray and gloomy morning, but that didn’t stop us from having lots of fun and getting plenty of wonderful images!

Emily & Gordon’s Wedding at Jackson Square and The Foundry – 10/24/09

Michael Caswell — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:52:15 +0000

This San Francisco couple was a lot of fun to work with during their engagement portrait, and I knew their wedding was going to be a blast. It was a beautiful day for an outdoor wedding, and Emily & Gordon’s took place at Jackson Square. Cool Bones performed the ceremony music, and Judge Mary “KK” Norman officiated, while Dunn & Sonnier provided the beautiful flowers. Unique Weddings in New Orleans coordinated the event and ensured everything ran smoothly.

Afterward, we hopped on buses for a quick ride to The Foundry for the reception. Cool Bones started things off with some jazz, and then Rockin’ Dopsie Jr. and his incredible band took the stage and kept everyone dancing the whole night, including a hilarious extended musical introduction of the bride and groom and the bridesmaids. The beautiful (and delicious) cake was crafted by Royal Cakery.

Near the end of the night, Cool Bones prepared to wrap it up with a Second Line around the block, but before doing so a few of the members joined Rockin’ Dopsie’s band for a wonderful impromptu jam session. We’ve got the most talented musicians in the world down here!

Jackson Square & The Foundry Wedding, New Orleans – Amy & Ben – 11/15/08

Michael Caswell — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 02:02:44 +0000

Amy & Ben’s ceremony took place on a beautiful but a bit chilly afternoon in Jackson Square in front of St. Louis Cathedral… waiting for the ceremony to begin, the bridesmaids huddled together to try and stay warm! But once the beautiful ceremony was underway, everyone seemed to forget about the cold. Officiating was Judge Mary Norman, otherwise known as “the Love Judge”.

After the ceremony, the Big Easy Brass Band led everyone through a thrilling second line parade through the French Quarter.

Then it was on to The Foundry in the warehouse district for the reception. This is a fantastic venue, with lots of space and a distinct New Orleans charm. No Idea provided the entertainment, and did a great job of course.

At the end of the night, the couple was given a sparkler send-off, departing in a horse-drawn carriage.

The wedding was flawlessly designed and coordinated by Unique Weddings in New Orleans.