Marry Me Ink back online! I know – It’s taken a while, but it’s back!

And with today being Halloween, I have something extra special to share with you from photographer Lara Celenza.. Three fabulously eerie bridal shoots.

*Alice In Punkland*

“The first project is “Alice in Punkland”, shot in Central Italy and entirely based on free improvisation, with no prior planning. You will discover the dark romance between Nosferatu (played by Italian actor & writer Antonio Guidone) and the Corpse Bride (Simona Travaglini).”

*Utopia*

“Here’s a sneak peak of “Utopia”, a concept shoot for The Last Hour’s forthcoming music video, which I wrote and directed. It’s a highly stylised, conceptual project in which Irish actress Aisling Mallon comes back from the Underworld to deliver a message to her past lover (played by the artist, Roberto Del Vecchio). Dresses by Johanna Hehir, hair & make-up by Emma Morris.”

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“We met at a local coffee house, I was actually dating one of Rae’s friends at the time. About a year later we ran into each other again and Rae started working for my dad, the rest is history.” – Clint

Welcome to the second day of Clint & Rae’s wedding celebrations! I hope you’re ready for fire breathing, spectacular acts and gorgeous vintage cars? Of course you are! That’s why you’re reading right?

I absolutely love everything about this two day wedding which is why I separated the days into two posts – so you could take it all in & enjoy it as much as I do!

I asked Rae to let us in on why they chose to have a second celebration..
“The idea for day two was to simply party it up celebrate and not worry about anything! We incorporated some old cars to fit in with the 1950’s theme. 
As Mike was photographing us by the fence I remember the old historic train chugging by with the horn blowing.  The whole train packed with people waving to the whole wedding party on the patio! It was absolutely out of a freakin movie.

“ Around 8:00 we had Old City Side show perform…this was insane!  We had seen them two times before and Clint had the idea to see if they do weddings.  We all gathered in the church, everyone filled the pews.  There were all kinds of nasty little scenes which I wont go into to much detail about, you gotta go see them. 

“At the intermission of the show a bunch of the guests left to go dance and outside apparently there were fireworks! I found this out weeks later they were being set off by someone else… so there was something for everyone. We had a kiosk style juke box with 2500 songs preloaded so all the guests could select what they wanted to listen to.

Saturday was exactly what I wanted there was no stress! No formalities!  We got a chance to show people how doing things outside the box can be amazing and fulfilling.  Clint and I maintained the mentality that our wedding was for us and no one else.  With the support of our parents and siblings they made our dreams unfold.  We thank all involved, a true life experience.“

Aren’t they just fantastic! Be sure to leave all your lovely comments for Rae & Clint. And again.. HUGE thanks for Mike at Allebach Photography and the gorgeous couple for allowing me to feature this epic two day wedding! 
(You can see day one of this fabulous wedding here!)

Welcome back for another exciting event that Marry Me Ink will be attending!

Are you an upcoming bride that’s looking for something totally awesome for your wedding but can’t find them at all the pre-packed wedding fairs?? 

Look no further! Polka Dots & Pearls will be playing host at G Casino in Manchester to bring you the Retro Wedding fair on Sunday the 11th of March from 11am to 4pm!!

There will be everything from  hair & beauty by Kitty Wink Vintage and Bethany Jane Davies and dresses from Cyanide Kiss and Kiku Boutique.

http://www.kikuboutique.co.uk

There will also be lots of other great vendors for stationary (My favourite being Cute Maps), flowers and photographers.

http://www.bethanyjanedavies.com/

Entry is only £1 for ALL GUESTS on the door, however if you would like a glass of champagne and an information pack, then you need to get your name on the guestlist my emailing Rebecca at polkadotsandpearls.info@gmail.com (Who will also be there for Retro Wedding & Events Planning) 

Remember £1 entry at G-Casino in Manchester on the 11th of March! See you there!

I hope you are having a fabulous week? Today I’ll be telling you all about TWO fabulous events happening this March for the tattooed and retro loving folk which I will be attending myself. Do come & say Hi! 

Here is the first event:

That’s correct – EventCity, Phoenix Way (Right by the Trafford Centre!) will play host to THE most spectacular tattoo festival yet! And it’s only their first year!

“Tattoo.TV, Tattoo Revolution and H2 Events have come together to form Tattoo Tea Party productions. We aim to produce a tattoo convention that pays homage to the talent and skill of UK based tattooing, provides unique, quality entertainment, and a fantastic atmosphere for all; hopefully taking a unique place alongside some of the other great conventions out there! Come take tattoos and tea with us!“

The event will take place over a weekend and will be full of booths where you can get tattooed by some of the most fantastic artists around including The Drunken Sailor Tattoo Parlour and Empress Tattoo. (Two of my many favourites on the list) – Make sure you pre-book for work!

There is also entertainment throughout the days’ events and also a party on the Saturday night which will be headlined by Terrorvision!!!!! I’m SOOOOOO flippin’ excited!! As well as music, there will be stalls (including Clare from Dolly Cool) and other fun things such as an Anti Art School and a Gentlemen’s Death Match.

You can find all the details from location, accommodation & and purchase tickets here (which start at £15 for a day ticket or for the evening gig)