Whether you are hiring a photographer for your wedding, a birthday bash, or dinner event it is important to make sure that you and your photographer discuss the photos you want to collect during the event. It might be the grooms expression of happiness when his bride walks down the aisle, it might be the crowd expressions when the birthday boy/girl walk into a surprise party. Whatever it may be it is imprortant to jot down those ideas and express them with your hired photographer.
Often times people hire a photographer and think that they will be there for every moment catching every single thing that happens during the event. Although this is how it should be sometimes it is not. First thing to do is to look at the photographer portfolio. What type of shots do they get? Do they catch those great moments? When AVentful is working with a client we sit down with the hired photographer and discuss what shots our client is looking for so that nothing is missed on the big day!
Check out our Pinterest board "Photo Op!"
http://pinterest.com/aventful/photo-op/ for some ideas on great shots photographers have taken of events. We hope this gives you a little idea on what you might be looking for when hiring a photographer for your event.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Using Pinterest for Events
Social Media has taken the internet by storm! It seems like there is a site for everything and everyone now a days! For the professionals there is LinkedIn however for those who are creative, imaginative, and organized there is Pinterest!
For those who have not experienced Pinterest and have an event to plan - we highly recommend you to take a look. When planning an event it is important to be creative and brainstorm, keep your ideas organized, and finally to visually see the theme come together. By using Pinterest you can create a board to store all your images and ideas for your event, run through tons of amazing ideas others have posted, you can save those images, and finally be organized! How many times do you find yourself in a whirlwind with ideas running through your head or forget where you saw something you liked and wish you had saved it. Well now you can store those ideas and images to your creative board allowing you to open your mind and throw the best thought out event that you can!
At AVentful we use our Pinterest profile to organize our events - keep our clients in the loop with using visuals to display ideas and thoughts. Through each step during the planning process you have the ability to see ideas come to life.
Already have a Pnterest profile with images posted? Thats great! Let AVentful take those ideas and expand to help you in planning a top notch event for you. When planning an event it is important to be organized and have everything thought out - the more organized you are the more it shows in your event. AVentful would love to help you with that as we pride ourselves in being organized people ;)
Need help planning your next event? Call AVentful, we can help you organize your event and bring it to life. We can even help you bring together your ideas and thoughts and create a Pinterest board with you. Check out our profile AVentful's Pinterest Profile and start the creative process today.
For those who have not experienced Pinterest and have an event to plan - we highly recommend you to take a look. When planning an event it is important to be creative and brainstorm, keep your ideas organized, and finally to visually see the theme come together. By using Pinterest you can create a board to store all your images and ideas for your event, run through tons of amazing ideas others have posted, you can save those images, and finally be organized! How many times do you find yourself in a whirlwind with ideas running through your head or forget where you saw something you liked and wish you had saved it. Well now you can store those ideas and images to your creative board allowing you to open your mind and throw the best thought out event that you can!
At AVentful we use our Pinterest profile to organize our events - keep our clients in the loop with using visuals to display ideas and thoughts. Through each step during the planning process you have the ability to see ideas come to life.
Already have a Pnterest profile with images posted? Thats great! Let AVentful take those ideas and expand to help you in planning a top notch event for you. When planning an event it is important to be organized and have everything thought out - the more organized you are the more it shows in your event. AVentful would love to help you with that as we pride ourselves in being organized people ;)
Need help planning your next event? Call AVentful, we can help you organize your event and bring it to life. We can even help you bring together your ideas and thoughts and create a Pinterest board with you. Check out our profile AVentful's Pinterest Profile and start the creative process today.
Monday, July 9, 2012
Mis-Matched Bridal Theme - A Do or a Don't
One of the newer trends that has been becoming more and more popular is the "mis-matched" bridesmaids' dresses. As brides start to move away from the monotone "one dress fits all" attitude we tend to see bridesmaids be given their own individuality and style. Happier bridesmaids make happier photos! Not all girls look the same in fabrics, colors, and styles - therefore give them the right to decide how they want to feel in front of wedding guests. Allowing this option will make for a beautiful bridal party and great photo ops!
At AVentful we love this trend - it gives a whole new dimension to the wedding theme allowing the brides style and originality to come through all the hoop-la! Although there are many variations, creativity, and options that can come through this new theme we caution brides when taking this path.
Here are a few good pointers to keep in mind when choosing the "mis-matched" wedding theme:
- Choose a Color! This can be one or several tones but remember to choose tones that compliment each other. Need Help? Go to a local hardware store and choose paint swatches for a good start! Its free and easy to do!
- Gather Some Inspiration! Once you have chosen a color or two, start an imagery board to collect and organize your ideas. Try Pinterest - a great online imagery board system that is a great source to use when planning a wedding or event. The imagery board allows you to visualize your theme and see everything come together. Check out AVentful's Pinterest profile for some ideas. Need Help? If social sites are not your thing - cut and paste ideas from magazines to a poster board - same effect and just as easy to do!
- What is your Style? The feel for your wedding comes from the style you choose. Are you modern, vintage, flirty, romantic, simple, classy or elegant?
- Fabric Time! If you are not familiar with fabrics we suggest you start. This is the area where brides forget that could make it or break it for your mis-matched theme. Remember not all fabrics are created equal. For example satin and chiffon. However silk organza and lace are beautiful. Research fabrics you do and do not like - see what works for you and your style - let your girls know their parameters when choosing a dress.
- Here comes the FUN PART! Let your girls go shopping, make a girls trip if you want. Allow them to choose dresses that make them feel beautiful! Choose dresses they could wear again and feel good about themselves in.
When done well this trend can be an amazing touch to your special day.
Need help planning this? Call AVentful today!!
Chelsea Ahl Photography
Please check out our friend Chelsea, who just launched her new business! She is an amazing photographer, and we are so excited to work with her on October 5th!
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Top 10 Reasons to Hire AVentful Event Planners
1. Reduces Stress:
Planning your own event can be a stressful event in its own. When you hire a firm like AVentful to be your event planner you have the ability to present your ideas to experienced planners where they can take their experience and background and use it to take on the stressful part of the event such as phone calls, emails, and questions from vendors and guests. Event planners are paid to be organized and detailed oriented and so where family, work and friends are your priority…your event is ours.
Planning your own event can be a stressful event in its own. When you hire a firm like AVentful to be your event planner you have the ability to present your ideas to experienced planners where they can take their experience and background and use it to take on the stressful part of the event such as phone calls, emails, and questions from vendors and guests. Event planners are paid to be organized and detailed oriented and so where family, work and friends are your priority…your event is ours.
2. Time Saver
By hiring an event planner you are reducing stress, with that you are also saving yourself tons of time. Since AVentful has the experience with planning multiple events we have the resources, contacts and knowledge to help your event be organized, and have the best of the best when it comes to vendors and design. AVentful can organize and execute your event in less time than you ever could, allowing you to focus on other responsibilities.
By hiring an event planner you are reducing stress, with that you are also saving yourself tons of time. Since AVentful has the experience with planning multiple events we have the resources, contacts and knowledge to help your event be organized, and have the best of the best when it comes to vendors and design. AVentful can organize and execute your event in less time than you ever could, allowing you to focus on other responsibilities.
3. Experience
AVentful founders Alyssa & Victoria have plenty of experience with planning a broad range of events. We understand what it takes to create a successful event. We are prepared to handle any issue with a level of professionalism and creativity. We also are on top of the latest trends, newest venues, the hot color schemes, budget-saving secrets and details that you may not be aware of. When you hire AVentful you can guarantee that your event will be up to your expectations and exactly what you envisioned.
AVentful founders Alyssa & Victoria have plenty of experience with planning a broad range of events. We understand what it takes to create a successful event. We are prepared to handle any issue with a level of professionalism and creativity. We also are on top of the latest trends, newest venues, the hot color schemes, budget-saving secrets and details that you may not be aware of. When you hire AVentful you can guarantee that your event will be up to your expectations and exactly what you envisioned.
4. Creativity
It is our job as event planners to stay on top of the latest trends within the event planning industry. We have the ability to brainstorm with our clients on their vision for their event yet also add different ideas that might highlight the event itself creating a memorable affair.
It is our job as event planners to stay on top of the latest trends within the event planning industry. We have the ability to brainstorm with our clients on their vision for their event yet also add different ideas that might highlight the event itself creating a memorable affair.
5. Contacts & Resources
AVentful has many contacts and vendors when it comes to planning an event. When you hire a professional event planner you have access to a whole list of great contacts to use for your event. It gives the client a broad range of resources to work with. Having this large array of contacts also allows AVentful to negotiate contracts for the client, working within their specific budget and requests. It takes the stress away from the client knowing they have a strong event planning company to back them up in their requests.
AVentful has many contacts and vendors when it comes to planning an event. When you hire a professional event planner you have access to a whole list of great contacts to use for your event. It gives the client a broad range of resources to work with. Having this large array of contacts also allows AVentful to negotiate contracts for the client, working within their specific budget and requests. It takes the stress away from the client knowing they have a strong event planning company to back them up in their requests.
6. Stay on Budget
With a strong network of contacts and resources, AVentful can help clients with their event budget. We know the ins and outs and secrets to maintain budget but at the same time planning an amazing event.
With a strong network of contacts and resources, AVentful can help clients with their event budget. We know the ins and outs and secrets to maintain budget but at the same time planning an amazing event.
7. Act as a Buffer
When planning an event it can be an emotional whirlwind. When it comes to handling vendors AVentful can act as a buffer to all complaints and unhappy moments during the decision process with vendors. AVentful is an unbiased party, when an agreement cannot be made, we can step in with our professional opinion to provide a simple solution.
When planning an event it can be an emotional whirlwind. When it comes to handling vendors AVentful can act as a buffer to all complaints and unhappy moments during the decision process with vendors. AVentful is an unbiased party, when an agreement cannot be made, we can step in with our professional opinion to provide a simple solution.
8. On-Site Coordination
Nervous about the “day of”? AVentful can be contracted to be at the event, on-site coordinating all vendors. We save a lot of time and frustration during your event and days before. After all, it is your event, you should enjoy it, right?
Nervous about the “day of”? AVentful can be contracted to be at the event, on-site coordinating all vendors. We save a lot of time and frustration during your event and days before. After all, it is your event, you should enjoy it, right?
9. Guarantee a Successful Event
Hiring AVentful is a great way to guarantee that the event will be a huge success. Our role is to keep clients on budget, on schedule and on task. We give clients an insight to our experience and knowledge so that their event has all the new trends incorporated into their event yet still keep a level of class. We make sure all guests are having a great time and keep any potential event problems out of sight to you and your guests.
Hiring AVentful is a great way to guarantee that the event will be a huge success. Our role is to keep clients on budget, on schedule and on task. We give clients an insight to our experience and knowledge so that their event has all the new trends incorporated into their event yet still keep a level of class. We make sure all guests are having a great time and keep any potential event problems out of sight to you and your guests.
10. FINALLY … WE SAVE YOU MONEY!!
Since AVentful’s Alyssa and Victoria are continually planning events, they have many strong relationships with vendors. We provide vendors who work well with your budget, theme and needs. AVentful also provides clients with a reasonable price to help plan and manage their events. We develop a plan with our clients from the beginning so that clients know exactly what they are getting and for what price! We know the secrets to working within a budget and creating the most dramatic results giving our clients everything they ever dreamed of for their special event!
Since AVentful’s Alyssa and Victoria are continually planning events, they have many strong relationships with vendors. We provide vendors who work well with your budget, theme and needs. AVentful also provides clients with a reasonable price to help plan and manage their events. We develop a plan with our clients from the beginning so that clients know exactly what they are getting and for what price! We know the secrets to working within a budget and creating the most dramatic results giving our clients everything they ever dreamed of for their special event!
Friday, February 3, 2012
Welcome!
Welcome to our blog for AVentful! We are so excited that you have found us, and are following us during this exciting time! Please check back frequently as we will be updating our blog with upcoming events!
xox,
A & V
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