This piece is the 3rd in a series of articles on vendor contracts. You can also click to read What to look for in a Catering Contract and What to look for in a Florist Contract. For this article, I’ve gone a step farther with a few tips on selecting the best photographer for your …
Last winter Kelsey Gray Events teamed up with J Mikado Photography to put together this awesome styled shoot, and I’m finally getting around to sharing the pictures! I don’t have a ton of free time to participate in styled shoots, but I do love them for several reasons. The first reason is that …
When searching for florists, clients frequently tell me how frustrated they are that they were just given a total cost as a “quote,” with no breakdown of costs, no contract, nothing in writing, and just expected to shell out thousands of dollars with basically no guarantee. As a florist I understand that there is a …
Kelsey Gray Events made over 200 feet of garland for this wedding at The Wren’s Nest Barn in Murfreesboro, TN.
This past fall I had the great honor of working a wedding at The Clementine during their first wedding season. With all of the exposed brick and concrete and the giant organ, this is truly a unique Nashville venue. Bride Kelli did most of the planning herself, and she did an amazing job! …
The latest trend in wedding food is to get BBQ joints or our other favorite restaurants to cater. Not only does it save money, but quite often the food tastes so much better than traditional wedding caterers. You’ve seen me recommend this type of caterer on the website, in my post on Blue Moon BBQ. …
Wondering what to expect when using Kelsey Gray Events for month-of coordination services? This guide will answer your questions and give you an in-depth guide to the experience. Initial Consultation When you contact us for a consultation, I’ll start by scheduling a get-to-know you talk, either by phone or video chat. This will give me …
The Hermitage, home of President Andrew Jackson, is one of my favorite wedding and event venues in Nashville. The staff are friendly and helpful. The property is gorgeous. And you can’t beat the Southern charm. First things first, the Hermitage is absolutely beautiful, and a great place for photo opportunities. In the fall, it is …
Historic Carnton in Franklin, TN, was built in 1826 by Randal McGavock, a former mayor of Nashville. It sits about 23 miles outside of the city’s center. During the Civil War, Carnton served as a field hospital for the Battle of Franklin. The floors of the house are still stained with the soldier’s blood, but don’t …
In early December 2017, I had the opportunity to participate in a styled shoot hosted by Newton’s Bend Farm. Today I’m pleased to share some of the behind-the-scenes details and showcase some of the fabulous vendors that worked with me on this shoot. As a wedding planner, I never want to recommend another vendor to …
