Posts Tagged: AGA wedding
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Desiree + Alfred
Timeless, elegant and full of luxe details, Desiree and Al’s summer wedding took place at two of our favourite Edmonton venues. The classically beautiful ceremony was held in Hotel Macdonald’s Wedgwood Room, and the contemporary Art Gallery of Alberta set the stage for the evening festivities. Fittingly, Desiree wore two dazzling Pnina Tornai dresses: a formal ballgown for the ceremony and a fitted evening gown for the reception.
These two are so sweet and caring, and the entire day was filled with love radiating from their wedding party, families and friends (who sure know how to party)!
DQ Studios captured the day beautifully, and A Love Story put together this awesome highlight film of the day.
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Desiree + Al, you were an absolute joy to work with and we wish you all the best in your new adventure!
Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: DQ Studios
- Videographer: A Love Story
- Officiant: Kaye Steward
- Ceremony Music: Mathias Silveira (Violin-Piano Duo)
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Cake: The Art of Cake
- Rentals / Drapery: Special Event Rentals
- Specialty Linens: Dress My Day
- Aisle Runner: Original Aisle Runner Co.
- Dance Floor: Dance Floor Décor
- Handwritten Mirror Seating Chart: Justine Ma
- Transportation: Esquire Limousine
- Late Lunch: Fat Franks
- Hair: Bliss Hair Design
- Makeup: Sen Studios
- Bridesmaids: Pure Bridal
- Gowns: Pnina Tornai
Edmonton Wedding Planner: Charlotte + Frantz, Part 2
After saying ‘I Do’ in an intimate ceremony at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Charlotte + Frantz wanted to celebrate their marriage by throwing an incredible party for their friends and families. The reception was held six months later at the modern Art Gallery of Alberta.
Long rectangle tables flanked either side of the reception space, while square tables lined the centre of the room. Layers of geometric patterns on the linens, table runners and chargers enhanced a monochromatic palette of whites and soft greys. Homogenous groupings of all-white florals including callas, hydrangea, peonies and garden roses were angled for a modern look. Luxurious letterpress stationery featured the couple’s contemporary monogram, which was also displayed on the DJ booth and custom Violet Chocolate Co. favours.
A dessert bar featured Charlotte + Frantz’s favourite sweets, including Nanaimo bars and locally owned Moonshine doughnuts. Fat Franks hot dog truck served delicious late night eats – a perfect way to fuel up for more dancing!
Before perusing the gorgeous photos by Gabe McClintock, you MUST watch this incredible video by Capture the Moment Media based in Vancouver. They filmed both the December ceremony and June reception – it’s such a wonderful depiction of Charlotte + Frantz’s love story.
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Jennifer + Team | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Planning + Design
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Credits:
- Wedding Planning + Design: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
- Photography: Gabe McClintock
- Videographer: Capture the Moment
- Officiant: Tammy Banting
- Reception Music: Premiere DJs by Urban Metropolis (Harman B)
- Stationery: Pinkpolka Invitations & Stationery
- Florist: faBLOOMosity
- Rentals: Special Event Rentals
- Transportation: Legends Limousine
- Doughnuts: Moonshine Doughnuts
- Late Lunch: Fat Franks
- Favours: The Violet Chocolate Co.
- Hair: Patricia J – Weekly Yeg
- Makeup: Sen Studios (Sunita Sumaru)
- Gown: Alvina Valenta 9258 from Delica Bridal
In the Limelight with Art Gallery of Alberta
Edmonton is home to some great venues for weddings and events, but nothing is quite like the new Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA). Many of our clients are attracted to the versatility of this contemporary, urban space – it looks great with minimal décor or it can be completely transformed! I sat down with Elisa DeFazio, Director of Sales & Catering, to get the inside scoop on what makes the AGA an ideal venue for contemporary couples.
Tell us about Art Gallery of Alberta.
Opened in January 2010, the new Art Gallery of Alberta is an engaging and inviting visual arts centre in downtown Edmonton, Alberta. Celebrating its prominent location on Sir Winston Churchill Square, the city’s arts and government core, the building’s architectural design formally and philosophically extends out into the community, welcoming visitors of all ages and backgrounds to experience contemporary art firsthand.
Why is AGA a great wedding venue in Edmonton?
Visually, the building itself is spectacular. Today still, people will walk by and stop or drive by and slow down to look at the design. It truly is a masterpiece!
The diversity of the venue provides our clients with options for any style of function. Brides and grooms will use the theatre for their ceremony and move up to the main floor for their banquet dinner. Some couples choose to rent the entire gallery and have the exhibits open as part of their event program.
Each rentable area of the building offers special features, such as:
- Sophisticated adjustable lighting
- Contemporary furniture
- Drop-down digital projector and screen to display monograms or slideshows
- All tables, linens and small wares are included with the rental fee
What spaces does AGA have available to accommodate weddings?
Our banquet spaces are not like a traditional ballroom found in a hotel or conference centre.
- The Ernest C. Manning Hall and Atrium, located on the main floor of the gallery, is the largest and most commonly used space for weddings, with seating for up to 200 guests.
- The contemporary Ledcor Theatre on the lower level of the building can be used for a wedding ceremony of up to 167 guests.
- The Outdoor Sculpture Terrace is perfect for an intimate ceremony of 60 guests.
- The Borealis Room on the fourth floor is a beautifully enclosed glass space, great for small ceremonies or dinners of up to 30 guests.
Our rental package can be viewed online at: http://www.zincrestaurant.ca/events-catering.php.
Zinc Catering is the onsite provider of food and beverage at AGA. Tell us about their culinary offerings.
Our culinary team focuses on fresh Alberta ingredients fused with local artisan food products. When selecting food and beverage for their catered event, couples have a few options: a customized menu from Zinc Restaurant; a customized menu based on a current exhibition showcased at the AGA; a menu chosen from our Banquets Menu (online at www.zincrestaraunt.ca/events-catering). The same culinary team that showcases their talent in Zinc Restaurant (located at the AGA) is the team that provides the high-end presentation and service in our banquet setting. Our Executive Chef David Omar will meet with you one-on-one to help customize your menu providing his expertise, recommendations and creative flare.
Any tips for brides and groom searching for their perfect wedding venue?
Find a venue that compliments your style – whether contemporary or traditional. When venue shopping, bring along inspiration photos that appeal to you and ask the venue to provide you with pictures of other wedding setups so you can get an idea of how the room can be transformed. Ask a lot of questions, don’t settle and have fun!
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Jennifer
Edmonton Wedding Planner
Photo Credit: Katch Studios.