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How to Select Your Event Venue
What to Look for When Picking Your Venue Selecting a venue sets the tone and provides a memorial backdrop to your celebration, so it is understandable to get a bit stressed out when deciding where to host your event. While cost is typically a major driver in selecting the perfect venue, there are other factors…
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Voyage Austin Interviews Shelly Cole of Altared Events
Voyage Austin Interviews Our Very Own, Shelly Cole! Featured in Voyage Austin: Today we’d like to introduce you to Shelly Cole. Hi Shelly; thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, you could tell our readers some of your backstory. About 25 years ago, I began my quest for a job where my service…
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Shining Bright: Lighting Options to Amplify Your Holiday Party Charm
Shining Bright: Lighting Options to Amplify Your Holiday Party Charm A holiday party is about more than presents and holiday cuisine; it’s about creating a warm and festive atmosphere that can transform an ordinary gathering into a memorable event. One key element that can significantly elevate your festive gathering is the use of lighting. The…
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Everything You Need to Know About Gobos
Everything You Need to Know About Gobos When creating an enchanting ambiance at weddings and events, lighting plays a crucial role. One versatile lighting tool that can add a touch of elegance and personalization is the gobo. Gobos, short for “go between optics,” are customizable stencils placed in front of a light source to project…
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Should You Host a Welcome Party / Rehearsal Dinner?
Why You Should Host a Welcome Party / Rehearsal Dinner Your wedding day is a pivotal moment in your love story, and sharing this special day with all those near and dear to you is so important! A Welcome Party / Rehearsal Dinner is a great way to get connected to your closest family and…
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What You Need to Know About Spotlights
What You Need to Know About Spotlights What Is a Spot Light? A spotlight is typically a lamp projecting a narrow, intense beam of light directly onto a place or person, especially a performer on stage. In the event industry, we like to be a little more specific with using the word “spotlight.” We like…
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How String Lights Elevate Your Wedding
Lighting Our Way to 2023 What Are String Lights? When you think of them, we will likely ask you to describe your vision and what kind of string lights you’ll want. There are many ways to describe string lights. Inspiration pictures are key to ensuring we’re on the same page when doing your wedding lighting. …
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Why You Should Book Your Wedding Vendors Now
Booking the ideal wedding vendor is not only vital for a successful wedding, but it also reduces stress for the couple. When booking a wedding vendor, there’s usually a standard booking timeline to follow. The sooner you choose and secure a wedding vendor, the better. However, this doesn’t mean you rush blindly into the decision.…
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Everything You Need to Know About Wedding Uplighting
If you’re beginning to plan your big day, you and your fiancé are likely learning that it takes more to plan a wedding than just choosing the right dress, rings, and cake. The small details make your day perfect, and one of the most overshadowed details is the uplighting at your wedding venue. With so…