Does anyone have any cool en-expensive decorating ideas for a black & white outdoor wedding?

I am having a black and white outdoor wedding and I need a few good ideas!
I am going to hang paper lanterns and lights in the trees. So if yall have any ideas that would go with that I would sure appreciate it.
Thank you!
This is my dress…it doesn’t look as formal as it does in the picture.

http://www.marysbridal.com/informal/2738.htm

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I want to take some outdoor pics….?

Of a couple, she is pregnant. I have a lake nearby and everything is green right now lots of trees etc…

What are some good camera settings to try out ?
When would be the best time (light – wise) to take outdoor pics?I want to blow these pics up 8 x 10 so I don’t want to use a high ISO how can I reduce noise in the pics? How can I make sure they are really sharp and clear with auto focus?

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outdoor party lighting ideas?

i am going to have a 40th bday party for my husband in our backyard and i am looking for ways to hang lights, string lights maybe? without any trees. also any other great ideas for outdoor parties would be great!!!!

tia!

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Can you dramatically describe a beautiful Virginian landscape?

Something like, "The golden sun cast it’s light over the trees, lighting up the pale blue sky"

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landscape photography?

i’m not sure on what to do for my project. I really don’t know if photography is really what I want to do in life either. I take a ton of photos outdoors. I like capturing the sky, the trees, flowers, etc. all the things nature has to offer. I love the way it looks. I usually edit the photos unless I’m just completely blown away by the actual photo.

My project is due Monday (and I just found out about it) it’s for my Career Ed class. I plan on putting it on power point. of course, at the end, I will display my ‘gallery’ of photos. :) I was just wondering:

-what landscape photographers wear
-where they can get jobs (in magazines, companies, etc)
-salary?
-equipment

sorry it’s a lot to ask, I just think that people here would give better answers. I’ve been looking on websites and through a bunch of books. All I ever find is things like techniques, lighting, etc. It’s not much help. (for the project. Of course I can’t wait to spend time on reading through all the information.)
i know it’s a stupid question on what they wear! gosh, it’s my teacher. she decided that every career needs one. if they don’t have a uniform, make one up that would go with the job.

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How much watts can I add for a 20 amp breaker?

trying to install 50 watt flood lights outside to illuminate some trees and waterfall. how many will a 20 amp handle or can I go lower with the watts and still have a nice nightscaping.?

thanks

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What are your thoughts on Al Gore?

Did you read or see An Inconvenient Truth?
Do you follow his suggestions for living more responsibly?
Did you know that during the Earth Hour event, he left on a bunch of flood lights to light up his trees in front of his home?

Are you surprised?

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Landscaping plant ideas for old, country-style home. Would like heath & heather plants. Where to purchase?

My home is a bright-light country blue with white accents. It’s an old farmhouse that was relocated to town many years ago. The previous owners here in town had no flowers, plants or trees, so I’m starting from scratch here.

The house is a tall 2 story and harsh looking. It’s very boxy and symmetrical. I’d like to soften it’s appearance, attempt to downplay it’s height and add some charm and curb-side appeal.

I’ve found that plants placed closely around the house foundation looks tacky, but the foundation itself looks tacky too.

My husband is dead set against vines. He’s afraid they will damage the siding and eves of the house.

I’m not interested in modern looks particularly. They wouldn’t match the style.

I’m thinking heaths and heathers, which are proving hard to locate. I also believe phlox, daisies and soft looking plants would go well. My dilema is these plants are about the same height. What are some taller plants that would match this scheme?
Great responses! Thank you everyone!

I live in northern Ohio and have a small, rectangular-shaped yard. Not too much room on the sides of the house, or in front.

Thanks again for the great ideas. Very much appreciated!

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What are your thoughts on 'So, What Happened To Rembrant?' morning poem?

Monet sunset of neurotic twirled oranges’ pink,
cathedraled blusterings of thunderheads high,
lighting, highlighting twilight grays’ usurpation…
Did I not see, to envy weathered palettes…

Dali sunrise slurring, melting, dripping the sun
liquid over sliding landscapes, framed stark
spires twisted, deadened memories of trees…
Did I not see, to question this palette…

Van Gogh drags both into a starry, starry day
we feel…
Watch with me…it begins.

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should i be upset about my garden?

I have a somewhat large flower garden about 4 acres of exotic trees and beautiful flowers and a somewhat small lake pond with lillys and ducks . it all started a few years ago with my mother and i and it consumes alot of time but it is truly breathtaking with solar lights and benches it is really beautiful. but here is my problem i had a friend that asked if her friend can take some pre wedding photos in my yard due to it is beautiful well between her the bride and the photo person i have had 14 other brides this week call to use my garden i am not to fond of people in my yard. and damage my plants. well i had the photo person also call me and say well i can always charge anyone that uses my garden for the day i thought about it and figured it could be a good idea due to it could help buy more plants and mulch that cost alot of money, but wonder how much should i charge these people to use my yard. or just give it to them as a gift and alow these people to use the garden ?

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