The Logan Philadelphia Wedding of Nicole and Joshua
Couples in Pennsylvania, particularly in the Philadelphia area, are blessed with so many options as it relates to picking a venue which they can secure to celebrate any one of many special events. Birthdays, Anniversaries, Engagements, Graduations – the list goes on. Of course, one major celebration is the celebration of a wedding. And as you will see from the ensuing photographs captured by award-winning photographer, John Ryan of J&J Studios of Philadelphia, The Logan Philadelphia Wedding of Nicole and Joshua is one of the celebrations that has been captured on film to commemorate and memorialize the special event.
The Logan Philadelphia Wedding of Nicole and Joshua of course features the loving couple as the centerpiece of this special day, but also features another key player in this event – the wedding venue. Such is the case with the Logan Hotel in the center of Philadelphia. Here is a bit of background on this very elegant place:
- History of the buildingThe Logan Hotel is located in the One Logan Square building, which was developed by INA and Urban Investment and Development Co. The building was originally constructed as a low-rise hotel to comply with zoning laws that prohibited taller buildings facing Logan Square.
- Former Four Seasons HotelThe Logan Hotel was previously a Four Seasons Hotel, but was renovated and rebranded after becoming The Logan.
- NameThe hotel is named after James Logan, a prominent statesman and scholar who served as William Penn’s secretary and mayor of Philadelphia from 1722–1723.
- Art
The hotel features a collection of art created by local artists that reflects Philadelphia’s history and heritage. Some notable pieces include:
- Elite Silhouettes: A chandelier in the lobby featuring over 300 sepia-toned portraits of famous Philadelphians
- The Quills of Monticello: A gilded sculpture in the Monticello Meeting Room that’s inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s story of breeding geese for writing tools
- The 100 Quilt: A hand-bound quilt in a meeting room that depicts Ben Franklin on a $100 bill
- DesignThe hotel’s design is inspired by Pennsylvania’s natural resources and the city’s revolutionary history. The hotel combines colonial America with Philadelphia’s urban grit.
As you’ve read, the Logan Hotel has its own place in the heart of Philadelphia and afforded this couple an elegant but comfortable venue to usher in the joining of them as man and wife as the move towards the new journey they are embarking on as a newly married couple. While there were many exciting moments in this jam-packed day, there is a great deal of preparation that brings the couple to this point in their relationship. Picking the venue, the food, the guest list, clothing – the list is almost endless. That includes selecting the most perfect photographer to capture all the special moments that occur during the day. As mentioned earlier, the couple wisely chose John Ryan. John is known widely as one of the leading photographers in the Philadelphia and Pennsylvania state at large. But more about John later. Now lets move on to some of the moments that were part of this wonderful event.
Preparation – the Bride and Groom
While the hectic activity that preceded the actual wedding day planning has finally come to fruition, it all starts with getting ready. While the Bride normally takes center stage the Groom also must put on his best look to add the right perspective to this radiant couple. Each of them will spend some casual but supportive moments with a select group of people that makes up their bridal party. This is the “calm before the storm” so to speak, as they each get to share some private thoughts, jokes, and some drinks to toast the great experience they will all soon be part of.
It goes without saying that the Bride’s gown is truly a centerpiece of the entire day. It speaks to the taste and look that the Bride is conveying by the design and intricacy that is displayed on the gown and dreamy veil that so eloquently captures the beauty of creativity a craftsmanship.
Some one-on-one moments pre-ceremony for the couple to share some touching moments with each other.
After getting ready to start their day and sharing some private moments, the time has come to move onward to making their union official through the ceremony.
The couple is beaming now that they are now officially Husband and Wife!
By this time a flurry of emotions have already been felt and displayed and now it’s time for the Bride, Groom, and all the family and friends that have been fortunate enough to be invited to begin another major portion of the day by first indulging in some cocktails and snacks before the real partying begins.
The beauty of the reception room is only enhanced by the gorgeous table settings and flowers that are strategically placed and elegantly appointed on each and every table.
Music always plays an important part of any celebration as it helps to set the mood for everyone to enjoy and interact with others in attendance.
After the cocktail party concludes, and attendees take some time to mingle, it’s time to get the party started – music, fun, and dancing! What better way for everyone to let their hair down and enjoy some fun by dancing to music and that evokes the new memory of the day up to this point as well as possibly allowing them to reminisce of weddings of the past that were fun, memorable, and kept lovingly in their thoughts.
The dance of the Bride and her Dad, and the Groom and his Mom are very special moments and sort of a right of passage for both, as it signifies the departure of both as children of loving parents on to become a new couple embarking on their own journey to a new life together.
Speeches are always a part of the reception. It’s a chance for the chosen Best Man and Maid of Honor to speak about the relationship they each have respectively with their close friend to wish them well and share their support for their new union.
The cutting of the wedding cake is another special moment of celebration for the Bride and Groom and almost a shame to cut into something that is a beautiful work of edible art.
As the celebrating begins to wind down, the Bride and Groom gather with their select family and friends for a final cheer and boisterous finale of the entire day as they prepare to now move on to their new life and what hopefully will be a joyous union supported by all those that love and cherish the Bride and Groom separately and together as a loving new couple. This indeed makes The Logan Philadelphia Wedding of Nicole and Joshua one day to remember by all.
All of the photographs above of the The Logan Philadelphia Wedding of Nicole and Joshua here display the talents of John Ryan of J&J Studios of Philadelphia John is a gifted photographer and is well known for his incredible wedding photography not only in the Philadelphia area, but throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and points beyond. And John is not only known for his memorable wedding photos. John also captures special moments tied to Engagements, Birthdays, Anniversaries, LGBTQ+ events, Corporate and Sporting happenings, Christenings, as well as Professional and Family portraits and headshots. John has been honored by multiple Diamond Awards for his Engagement Portraits, Awards for his Documentary Wedding Photography, and recognized by the Artistic Guild of Wedding Photojournalists. Such a list of acknowledgements and accomplishments would lead someone to think that John would limit the many many requests and engagements he receives to just a chosen group or clientele. However, that is not what John is about. He has brought his arsenal of talents to many other individuals and couples who otherwise would not normally be able to utilize a photographer of his caliber to capture their very special moments. John takes the time to get to know his clients so they can work as a team to memorialize the precious event at hand. If you are looking for a gifted photographer for your special event, look no further than John Ryan to provide you with a stunning memorialization to last you for a lifetime.
Here are some of the fine vendors that were utilized by Nicole and Joshua
- The Logan Hotel
- Flawless Finish
- Flowers by Jennie Lynn
- The Graces Boutique
- Frosted Fox
- Bill Cuttitta
- EBE Entertainment- the Vegas experience
- J&J Studios
