In February 2020,
Erica reached out to Jess Etzel asking if she would be interested in choreographing a first dance for Dave and Erica’s wedding. But then the pandemic hit, and like most everything else, dance plans were put on pause.
Dave and Erica didn’t start taking dance lessons until mid-April 2021. Jess had a little over five months to teach three minutes and nineteen seconds of choreography to two people with absolutely no dance experience. (no, ballet when Erica was six didn’t count.) With Jess’ training, Erica and Dave’s hopes of totally surprising their friends and family with a spectacular first dance became a reality. Watch the video below.
Choreographed by Jessica Etzel of North Carroll Dance, Inc.
Filmed by John Braden of Mid 80’s Media.
Spotlight on Décor
Spotlight on Décor
Scroll down to see Erica’s reaction to the decorated ballroom.
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All photos were taken by our amazing photographer, Nicole Barr.
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All video footage was taken by our amazing videographer, John Braden of Mid 80s Media.
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Wedding Venue: Ceresville Mansion, Frederick, MD
Bouquets and florals: Pam Newton, owner of Inspire Wedding Flowers in Hanover, PA
Cake toppers: Sculpted by Deborah McDermott.
Reception Dress: E441 by Nox Anabel, purchased from and altered by Suzanne's Bridals in Gettysburg, PA
Hair & Makeup: Team organized by Jessi Smith of Freestyle Salon & Spa in Westminster, MD
Bride lash lift and tint & eyebrow tint: Jessi Smith
Bride’s & bridesmaids’ hair: Rachel Makowski
Bride’s & bridesmaids’ makeup: Lauren Corbett
Bride’s earrings: Elf ear cuff and matching stud from emmanuelaGR on Etsy.
Bride’s hair clips: From Dareth Colburn Designs on Etsy here and here.
Bride’s back necklace: From AMYOBridal on Etsy here.
Bouquet ribbons: From Emma Linh on Etsy.
Cake stand: From BezInnovations on Etsy here.
Star Wars chair back signs: Custom designed by the bride. Crafted by Letters to You on Etsy.
Table numbers: Blank banners custom ordered from Albyno Bear Creations on Etsy.
Seating Chart: Custom designed by Erica D. Price featuring her original artwork. Vinyl cutout prepared by decalsNdecor on Etsy. Assembly by the Mother of the Bride and the Bride.
Welcome sign and signature drink signs: Custom designed by Erica D. Price.
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