Real Wedding: Cootes-Hempe

Molly Cootes and Mark Hempe said, "I Do," in front of friends and family Feb. 1 at the Inn at the Old Jail.

Ceremony+Reception Location: Inn at the Old Jail
Photographer: Whitney Tucker with “Whitness This Photography”
Bridal Gown: Designed and made by the Bride herself. “Velquarius” Fashion
Rings: Wedding rings from the Bride’s grandfather and great grandfather.
Caterer: Blue Oak BBQ Catering
Cake: King Cakes from Dong Phuong
Makeup: Charles Michael
Music: Raw Deal Band
Any other vendor to include:
-Alex Harvie – Artist and personal friend of the couple painted a live wedding portrait.
-Oliver Manhattan of The H’Atelier designed the Bride’s head piece for the reception.

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