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Wedding Detail Week – Backdrops | Macomb Quincy Galesburg Peoria Illinois Wedding Photographer Erica Clark

I’m kicking off the week with a feature on backdrops. Let’s talk about the importance of backdrops for your ceremony and reception. In order to really understand how important the backdrop is, think about it like this: How many images from a wedding will include either the backdrop during the ceremony or of the head…

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The Importance of Uplighting Your Wedding Reception | Peoria Canton Quincy Macomb Galesburg Illinois Wedding Photographer erica clark

I’d like to talk a bit about uplighting and the importance of knowing what to expect. Brides: if you opt to plan your own wedding, you absolutely need to be in the know in regards to lighting options. Are you talking to your reception venue vendor/Light and Sound vendor about the type of lighting you…

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SandiJo + John | Dallas, Texas Steampunk Wedding | Erica Clark Macomb Peoria Quincy Galesburg Illinois Wedding Photographer

When John and Sandi asked me to photograph their wedding, I don’t really think I fully understood how magnificent it was going to be. I mean, we corresponded frequently via email and Facebook, and I obsessed over her Pinterest Boards, but for some reason, it didn’t really sink in until about 10 minutes before the…

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misty - February 19, 2013 - 9:48 pm

what a seriously fun wedding! Congrats to the couple, I can imagine they have a great relationship! Great capture, Erica!

Sandi Jo Terpack - February 20, 2013 - 6:19 am

We didn’t treat you like family, you ARE family as far as I am concerned! That’s just how we roll in Texas. :) Thank YOU for these amazing images. I really have gotten to relive the day looking through them. My only wish was that you hadn’t gotten so stressed out over it and that you got to actually enjoy the day too :) You did an above and beyond job. I am lucky to have such talented people in my life. Each and every one of y’all inspires me to try new things and look at life in new ways. Big hugs from Texas!

JoJo

Sandi Jo Terpack - February 20, 2013 - 7:25 am

Hey Erica – it dawned on me that someone might want to know who the individual burlesque acts were. Broads and Panties ran the show that included:
Levi DesPeu Chapeaux – the lovely but deadly lady above with a ray gun
Dorian D’Muerta – the hula hooping beauty queen who never missed a beat
Pixie O’Kneel- Shimming beauty and her sword
Vivienne Vermuth – HBIC ‘Head Beauty in Charge’ – and lovely in red from head to foot above
Lula Hoop Garou – the amazing stripping TARDIS – a Doctor Who dream come true

Sandi Jo Terpack - February 20, 2013 - 9:57 am

I totally forgot to add our emcee!! i have no idea how I could ever forget Miss Violet O’Hara!!

Matt + Amy | Galesburg Macomb Peoria Quincy Illinois Wedding Photographer Erica Clark

Matt and Amy couldn’t been easier to work with. I know I say that about almost all of my clients, but it is absolutely 100% true. I think the commonality they all tend to share is trust. My clients trust me. They know that any advice I give is not only based on experience, but…

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Amy Hendricks - January 20, 2013 - 10:00 am

I am so in love with all our photos! They are just what I wanted :) When planning our wedding I wanted to make sure we had beautiful photos from our special day. Choosing you was the easiest decision I made to secure us having them! You are right, we do trust you and that is what made it so easy for me. I never had to be worried about whether or not we would have the photos I wanted and I believe this was because of the TRUST. All anyone has to do is just look at your work and meet you and I think they will feel the same way. You are a truly wonderful person Erica! So happy we met and YES we do need that coffee date!
With Love,
Amy

admin - January 26, 2013 - 9:56 pm

I’m so happy to hear that, Amy. Working with you and Matt was such a joy. I knew at our first meeting that we would be a great match! XOXO

Nick & Amanda’s Botanical Gardens Wedding | Peoria Eastport Luthy Botanical Gardens Wedding Photographer

  Oh where to begin! I remember the day Nick, Amanda, and I met. It was at The Galesburg Wedding/Bridal Show. I knew immediately that I wanted to work with them because of how authentic and sincere they were. Plus, sometimes when you shake someone’s hand, you just know. You get a feeling about their…

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Megan + Kyle’s New Orleans Themed Wedding | Macomb Lewistown Canton Illinois Wedding Photographer

Anyone who knows me, knows I love anything themed. I love how Megan and Kyle stayed true to their unique New Orleans themed wedding. Every detail was perfectly styled. Although they aren’t originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Megan and her family are big Saints fans. They also vacation there and fell in love with the…

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John and Sandi Jo’s Steampunk Wedding Sneak Peek | Dallas Texas Wedding Photographer Erica Clark Photography

Tons and tons more to come soon. For now, a sneak peek into the UH-MAZING steampunk themed wedding and the show stopping reception of John and Sandi Jo. Enjoy!! Hugs, erica XOXO P.S. To every single person I encountered the entire time I was in Dallas: you exceeded every expectation I could have possibly had!…

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Becca Schurman - October 2, 2012 - 4:32 pm

What an amzing experience this must have been! How lucky you are! Your photos are SOooOooOoOooOoo good. I’ve never seen anything like them!! XOXO

Alicia & Andy | Canton Havana Pekin Abingdon Illinois Wedding Photographer Erica Clark

Where do I begin with this sweet sweet story? Of the few details I know, this must be one of THE most romantic stories of how 2 people met that I’ve ever had the pleasure of hearing. Alicia and Andy’s mothers are actually responsible for them finding one another. Alicia and Andy’s mothers work together…

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Kevin & Ashlyn – Wedding | Rushville Jacksonville Macomb Wedding Photographer Erica Clark

Kevin and Ashlyn, thank you so much for choosing me to document the love you have for each other, the love you share with your families, and for choosing me to capture every detail of such a special day in your lives. My goal is for you and your families to be able to look…

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Alicia & Andy {sneak peek} | Canton Peoria Pekin Illinois Wedding Photographer

MANY more to come, but for now, enjoy this little peek into Alicia & Andy’s very special day. Much love to them and their entire family for being so kind and hospitable. Thank you. XOXO   Pin It

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Marizona - July 9, 2012 - 5:58 pm

ehrmahgerd.
I love these so very much!
The one of the bride + groom missing but them holding up their photo is priceless.
Seriously wonderful wedding.

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