We all know how important a quality website is for a business today.
Not only is it an essential tool to attract more customers, it also
honors your company to have a site that reflects the quality of your
products or services. Many potential customers never get beyond the
website to make contact, so you need to make sure your site is well
designed and magnetic to your target audience.

This is especially true when it comes to making a website mobile
compatible. Most people look online for businesses to work with, and
an ever increasing amount of people are using their mobile devices to
do this. With the popularity of  iPhones, iPads and other mobile
devices, for many this is the primary way they access the web. Is your
website mobile compatible mobile web experience? If not you could be
missing out on a great deal of additional business.

Traffic to mobile websites in 2010 grew 600%, and it’s only expected
to get bigger. Mobile data users are predicted to grow to 1 billion by
2013. With statistics like these it’s more important than ever to be
sure your clients on mobile devices can actually find you. Many
websites that can be viewed on a desktop or laptop are not able to
pull up on a mobile device, typically because Flash has been used in
the design.

This is especially relevant for those in the Wedding Industry. Brides,
in particular, are using mobile devices and are on a tight timeline
trying to plan their wedding. If they are searching for a local or out
of state vendor and your website comes up and either (a) doesn’t
reflect the quality of what you offer or (b) won’t pull up at all
because it’s not mobile compatible– they will quickly move on to
someone else.

Give your business the best chance for success– make sure you have a
quality website and by all means make sure it’s mobile compatible.

-Blog post written by Elena Willitts, Co-Owner of Alt Blu Web Design
www.altblu.com

My background is in the Weddings & Events Industry and
it’s a passion of mine to help those in this arena have the highest
quality website, and most successful business, possible.
We believe in making quality, affordable, mobile friendly websites
that are easy to use. We’re now offering a custom line of websites for
Wedding & Event Vendors. Give us a call at 541.549.8174 or email
elena@altblu.com to find out more!

Custom Websites For Wedding & Event Vendors – Download The Brochure

We don’t look like your average photo booth because we’re not your average photo booth company. Our patented, fully enclosed design allows for optimal performance and total privacy; which, enables you and your guests to be as creative as they like.

Our proprietary system leverages professional-grade camera’s with lab quality photo printers that generate prints within 20 seconds, but guaranteed to last generations.

5′x5′ dimension fits up to 10+ adults
18 mega pixel camera
Green screen technology for any background
Simple on touch screen instructions
See yourself as you pose
Customized photo strips
Black & White or Color prints
100% guaranteed uptime
ipod connection for customized music
On-site customized memorybook
Video messaging

You deserve the very best and that is exactly what you’’ll get. Our professional hosts will entertain your guests and ensure your special event is remembered for years to come.

You can view more information at the Flash Photo Booth Oregon website.

You can also visit the Flash Photo Booth Oregon Facebook page.

Welcome to our new blog! We’ll be adding a lot more so stay tuned!

Did you know wedding films are the only type of video which will increase in value as time passes? My Life Films can forever capture your special day in a memorable wedding day film that you will want to watch time and time again.

Imagine being able to relive all of the sights and sounds of your wedding day as it happens… the venue, flowers, decorations, the procession you missed while hiding in the back room, see and hear your heartfelt vows, watch the fun of the reception, watch and hear the comments and blessings of your friends, family and guests.

It is our heartfelt goal to serve you in a friendly, unobtrusive and professional manner, and desire to be an integral part of your special day.

Our editing quality goes way beyond typical wedding day films by adding special touches, capturing the romantic mood of your setting using highly emotional cinematic editing techniques, slow motion, blurs and many other “Hollywood” effects. All of the visual beauty of your day is then expertly weaved together with a rich audio soundtrack and selected sound bites from throughout the day.

Our professional high definition cameras will capture you gracefully walking down the aisle, the expressions of your friends and family or capture the tears falling down your mothers face as your father gives you away. We can incorporate multiple cameras and shot angles, hidden broadcast wireless microphones to clearly capture your precious vows, your minister’s words and pronouncement. After the ceremony, we can join you and your guests in celebrating your marriage by capturing the smiles, cheers of happiness, toasts, first dances, as well as all highlights of your special reception.

Here are a few incredible samples from My Life Films…

Erik & Sarah’s Wedding Trailer from Scott Whipple on Vimeo.

Adam & Tamara’s Wedding Film Trailer – 4 Min from Scott Whipple on Vimeo.

John & Kristina’s Wedding Highlights from Scott Whipple on Vimeo.

Mallory & Chris Love Story from Scott Whipple on Vimeo.

To view more from My Life Films and get all the information you need to book them for your wedding day visit their website here
www.mylifefilms.com

My Life Films
561 NW 19th Pl.
Redmond, OR 97756
541.548.3238

We had a fantastic time at The Central Oregon Wedding and Event Show! The Riverhouse Convention Center is the perfect place for an event like this and it was just a great day with hundreds of couples and vendors from all over Central Oregon. We would like to say thank you, thank you, thank you to Laura, Don and Melissa Chick for working so incredibly hard to make this show happen. And of course we want to say thank you to everyone else involved with making this show happen and the amazing wedding and event vendors we have in Central Oregon. It’s going to be a great year!

Here are a few photos from the day…

For information about next year’s Central Oregon Wedding & Event Show click here
www.thecoshow.com

You can also contact Laura Chick at 541.317.0450

I am delighted to say that this is my fourth year in business. My background is in teaching fifth graders, but I fell in love with floral design about six years ago and I am blessed to be doing what I love. I simply adore weddings so that is what I focus on. Every so often I do Valentine flowers or small events, but whatever the job my goal is to make sure my customers have the biggest smile when they see their arrangements. I am so excited for the 2012 wedding season!

Come check out more of my work at www.bendbouquets.com

Or on my Facebook page here Bend Bouquets Facebook Page

Give me a call to schedule a meeting at 541.771.6502 or email me at sam@bendbouquets.com

Bend Bouquets ~ Weddings
541.771.6502
www.bendbouquets.com
Bend Bouquets Facebook Page
sam@bendbouquets.com

Hi everyone! If Central Oregon Weddings has helped you plan your wedding, find what you were looking for, bring you more business in 2011, or make your life easier in any way we would love it if you took a second to vote for us!

Click here to vote for Central Oregon Weddings
Oregon Bride Magazine – Best Of 2012

Since we’re a directory of every vendor in Central Oregon the “Best Overall Wedding Vendor” category has been the one most people have used.

Thank you so much!!
Central Oregon Weddings

The Ashlings combines the strong and haunted alto vocals and guitar of Laurel Brauns and the deep, resounding cello of Amy Mitchell. The name comes from an ancient Celtic term meaning “dream” or “vision,” and the music of this duo will add a magical touch to your ceremony and reception. Laurel has been composing and performing for fifteen years and has written and produced four albums of original music and toured throughout the country. Amy is a classically trained cellist who has performed with the Central Oregon Symphony for nine seasons.

Choose the Ashlings for your wedding, and you will have a band that can play both traditional wedding selections, but can also learn the bride and groom’s personal favorites, because everyone has a few special songs that will make the ceremony more emotional and unique. The Ashlings can play classical favorites like Pacebel’s Canon in D and acoustic versions of modern favorites like The Cure’s “Just Like Heaven.” They also have a dozens of lively Irish and Americana tunes for your reception.

The Ashlings are based out of Central Oregon and are equally happy to play an intimate backyard wedding as an elegant resort. You will find because they travel light and only have two members, The Ashlings are more affordable than a traditional wedding quartet, and more versatile too. Always up for an adventure, The Ashlings have played weddings throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond, from Timberline Lodge near Portland to the Brass Heart Inn in Chocorua, New Hampshire.

Here are a couple of samples

The Ashlings – Pachelbel Mix

The Ashlings – Just Like Heaven

Check out a great video of The Ashlings

You can learn more about The Ashlings by visiting their website here www.theashlings.com

You can hear more music by The Ashlings here Listen to The Ashlings

All photographs by Byron Roe Photography. View more of their amazing work here
www.studio-br.com

Rock Springs Ranch, nestled amongst tall timber and overlooking sprawling pastures, offers exclusive privacy with close access to all the amenities of Central Oregon. Invite your family and friends for a weekend they will reminisce over for years to come… Enjoy the newly remodeled Northwest style lodge and cabins, the patio overlooking the pond, and the ambiance of the outdoor fireplace.

Perfect Setting…Spectacular Wedding

Photos by Byron Roe Photography and Cascade Photography

You can learn more about Rock Springs Ranch by visiting their website here
Rock Springs Weddings

Central Oregon wedding receptions with golf course ceremonies are brought to life at Tetherow Golf Club. Only seven minutes from downtown Bend, Tetherow is an ideal destination venue offering views of the Cascade peaks, rustic refinement and a warm and relaxing atmosphere that will complement any special event from black tie to modern casual.

The Tetherow staff is experienced in hosting a wide range of special events and corporate functions including business luncheons, sales presentations, company retreats, weddings, holiday parties, anniversaries or more formal dining affairs. Let us create the perfect blend of sophistication, elegance and warmth to match the personality and style of your organization. Offering seating for up to 200 guests, the staff will be delighted to customize any aspect of your special event to better suit your own personal needs and desires.

Tetherow Golf Club & Resort

Tetherow Golf Club
61240 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend, OR 97702
(541) 388-2582