Mr. & Mrs. Parsons | The Venetian Estate

Weddings

August 9, 2019

Bride and Groom stand outside The Maylon House in Milton, Wv moments after their emotional first look.

I have been trying to find the words to describe the love that Sean & Ariana have for each other because witnessing it first hand was something so special. They met at North Greenville University where a summer filled with letters and a year and a half of dating led to a proposal in the middle of the rose garden gazebo on campus. While the violinist filled the air with Ariana’s favorite song, La Vie en Rose, Sean got down on one knee and asked the love of his life to marry him… the scene and the story, does it not sound like a Nicholas Sparks book???

And to top it off, the number one thing they wanted for their wedding day was to keep God at the center. In their own words, “We believe that without God’s guidance, our marriage would be impossible. Faith is very important to us and we want this day to reflect Christ.”

During the first look, Ariana wanted her dad to be close by so he helped her with her dress as they walked out of The Maylon House to meet her groom. Sean’s reaction to his seeing his beautiful bride says everything about their relationship! While they had this special time together, the couple exchanged their gifts and Sean’s was one for the books! Ariana’s childhood best friend is on a mission trip in another country so she was unable to attend the wedding, so instead, Sean had her bff record a video that was to be shown to Ariana during this specific moment. By the end of the video, I am pretty sure we were all crying!

Ariana and Sean, thank you for allowing us to witness so many blessings through you at your Maylon House Wedding in Milton, WV! 

xo, kara & sarah

Wedding rings, florals and bridal / bridesmaid dresses for a detail shot during bridal prep this past summer at the former Maylon House in Milton, WV. New Venue is The Venetian Estate.
Wedding rings, florals and bridal / bridesmaid dresses for a detail shot during bridal prep this past summer at the former Maylon House in Milton, WV. New Venue is The Venetian Estate.
Wedding rings, florals and dress details for a summer wedding at the former Maylon House, now called The Venetian Estate in Milton, WV
Wedding rings, florals and dress details for a summer wedding, formerly known as Maylon House, now The Venetian Estate in Milton, WV
Bride poses for her bridal portraits in the Bridal Suite at formerly known as Maylon House, now The Venetian Estate in Milton, WV
Wedding florals for a summer wedding at formerly known as Maylon House, now The Venetian Estate in Milton, WV
Candid moment of the bridesmaids adjusting the bride's dress before portraits at the Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride poses for her bridal portraits outside The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Groom poses outside The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Father helps his daughter walk to her husband to be for the first look. The wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Father helps his daughter walk to her husband to be for the first look. The wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom share an intimate moment during their first look before the wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom share a kiss after their first look before their wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom exchange intimate gifts after their first look before their wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom romantic portraits before their wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom share their first print together in form of a polaroid. The wedding ceremony was held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom pose with each other just after the first look before the wedding ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Wedding Party poses with the Groom at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bridesmaids receive thoughtful gifts with handwritten notes from the bride on her wedding day as a thank you. Wedding was held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Love how Ariana found mugs to match each person’s personality – and the handwritten note she put inside <3
Groomsmen pose with the Groom at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Wedding Party poses with the Bride and Groom at the The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Wedding Party cheers on the kissing Bride and Groom at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Wedding Ceremony details at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Wedding Ceremony details at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Father of the bride walks daughter down the aisle during this summer outdoor ceremony. The groom nervously awaits his bride. Officiant was the bride's brother. Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Father of the bride offers a prayer during the wedding ceremony. Bride's little brother carries the wedding bands down the aisle. Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom exchange rings during their Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom seal it as a kiss to officially become Husband and Wife during their Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and Groom kiss as they walk back down the aisle after their Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Family portraits following the Wedding Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and groom jumping in excitement minutes before they walk down the aisle to seal the deal as Mr. and Mrs. Ceremony held at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Elegant Wedding Cake by Susan Hicks of Barboursville, WV
Bride and Groom kiss during wedding toasts at their sweetheart table at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and groom dance for the first time as husband and wife at their reception party at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and groom dance with family while celebrating their marriage at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV hosts weddings all through the summer on their iconic lawn with a WV hilltop background. The estate was owned by a Doctor in Milton for three generations before it was sold and turned into a wedding venue!
Wedding portaits taken during blue hour at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Wedding portaits taken during blue hour at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and groom hold hands as they walk back to their reception following their couple's portraits Wedding portraits at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Bride and groom dance with family while celebrating their marriage at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV
Stewarts Hot Dogs is a local favorite and the groom's first thing he seeks out while visiting Huntington, WV. His aunt, the wedding coordinator and manager of Maylon House, surprised him with this evening snack during their reception.
Groom kisses Bride's cheek during their Sparkler Exit after their wedding ceremony and reception at at The Venetian Estate, formerly known as Maylon House, in Milton, WV

Creative Team

Venue: The Maylon House (New Name – The Venetian Estate) in Milton, WV
Flowers: Keriann Ford (family friend)
Dress: Champagne Taste Bridal Boutique 
Hair: Sydney Nader (family friend)
Makeup: Emily Seeley (family friend)
DJ: Drew DeHart
Day of Coordinating: Priss Lusher
Catering: The Maylon House
Cake: Contessa Asebes
Photography: Kara Blakeman Photography
Second Shooter: Sarah Reed

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