Congratulations to the 2016 Morgan County Fair Royalty! Taylor Zoerner was named Queen, Olivia Haverfield was named Princess and (new to the contest this year) Kaylee Ford was named Junior Miss.
Taylor Zoerner was named Queen, Olivia Haverfield was named Princess and Kaylee Ford was named Junior Miss Tuesday night at the 2016 Morgan County Fair Pageant.
2016 Queen Taylor Zoerner is the daughter of Tom and Melissa Zoerner of Jacksonville. 2016 Junior Miss Kaylee Ford is the daughter of Jason and Aleece Ford of Franklin. 2016 Princess Olivia Haverfield is the daughter of Michelle Kays and Brad Haverfield of South Jacksonville. The pageant was held Tuesday July 5 at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Jacksonville, Illinois.
Morgan County Fair 2016 Pageant winners, Queen contest
Taylor Zoerner won Queen
Breann Burt won 1st Runner Up
Paige Hamilton won 2nd Runner Up and Best Speech
Marrion Ore won Best interview and Miss Congeniality
Blaire Long won the vote for People’s Choice
(From left) 2016 Morgan County Fair Queen contest winners 1st Runner Up Breann Burt, 2016 Morgan County Fair Queen Taylor Zoerner, 2015 Queen Abby Tomhave/2015 Princess Naveah Benz, and 2nd Runner Up (and Best Speech) Paige Hamilton.Crowning of 2016 Morgan County Fair Queen Taylor Zoerner.2016 Queen Taylor Zoerner in evening gown.2016 Queen Taylor Zoerner in bathing suit.2016 Queen Taylor Zoerner giving speech.2016 Morgan County Fair Queen contestants in suits (from left) Paige Hamilton, Marrion Ore, Autumn Browning, Blaire Long, Cassidy Crow, Jessica Shumaker, Taylor Zoerner and Breann Burt.2016 Morgan County Fair Queen contestants in bathing suits (from left) Paige Hamilton, Marrion Ore, Autumn Browning, Blaire Long, Cassidy Crow, Jessica Shumaker, Taylor Zoerner and Breann Burt.2016 Morgan County Fair Queen contestants in evening gowns (from left) Paige Hamilton, Marrion Ore, Autumn Browning, Blaire Long, Cassidy Crow, Jessica Shumaker, Taylor Zoerner and Breann Burt
Morgan County Fair 2016 Pageant winners, Junior Miss contest
Kaylee Ford won Junior Miss
Abigayle Lewis won 1st Runner Up and the vote for People’s Choice
Camille Brown won 2nd Runner Up
Marlee Schumaker won Best Interview
Rylie Bettis won Best Stage Presence
Brooklyn Clayton won Communication Skills
(From left) 2016 Morgan County Fair Junior Miss contest winners Abigayle Lewis 1st Runner Up (and People’s Choice), Junior Miss Kaylee Ford, 2015 Queen Abby Tomhave/2015 Princess Naveah Benz, and 2nd Runner Up Camille Brown.Crowning of 2016 Morgan County Fair Junior Miss Kaylee Ford.2016 Morgan County Fair Junior Miss Kaylee Ford in dress.2016 Morgan County Fair Junior Miss Kaylee Ford introduced.2016 Morgan County Fair Junior Miss contestants in dresses (from left) Camille Brown, Rylie Bettis, Marlee Shumaker, Abigayle Lewis, Brooklyn Clayton, and Kaylee Ford.2016 Morgan County Fair Junior Miss contestants in dresses (from left) Camille Brown, Rylie Bettis, Marlee Shucker, (2015 Queen Abby Tomhave/2015 Princess Naveah Benz), Abigayle Lewis, Brooklyn Clayton, and Kaylee Ford.
Morgan County Fair 2016 Pageant winners, Princess (Little Miss) contest
Olivia Haverfield won Princess
Grace Chambers won 1st Runner Up
Carsyn DeLong won 2nd Runner Up
Calla Lonergan won Best Interview
Millie Schumacher won Best Stage Presence
Jaelie Harp won the vote for People’s Choice
(From left) 2016 Morgan County Fair Princess contest winners 1st Runner Up Grace Chambers, 2016 Princess Olivia Haverfield, 2015 Queen Abby Tomhave/2015 Princess Naveah Benz, and 2nd Runner Up Carson DeLong.Crowning 2016 Morgan County Fair Princess Olivia Haverfield.2016 Morgan County Fair Princess Olivia Haverfield in dress.2016 Morgan County Fair Princess Olivia Haverfield in bathing suit.2016 Morgan County Fair Princess contestants in bathing suits.2016 Morgan County Fair Princess contestants in dresses.
An emotional farewell from 2015 Princess Naveah Benz and 2015 Queen Abby Tomhave.Emcee/2011 Queen Calla Kaufmann and 2016 Queen Taylor Zoerner.Little Mister New Berlin gets control of microphone during well wishes from visiting royalty.Princess contestant Alleigha King gets a boost from mom Melissa Flores during bathing suit portion of contest.
Warmowski Photography is happy to also be a sponsor of the contest, and first place winners will get special photo cards.
Updated Sunday with media/photo links.
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Wedding of Leah & Ryan at Reichert’s Barn, Bluff Springs, September 2015. Wedding Photography by Steve & Tiffany of Warmowski Photography.Wedding of Amanda & Nick August 2015 at the Jacksonville Country Club. Wedding Photography by Steve & Tiffany of Warmowski Photography.
See past blog posts on last appearances in the wedding guide – 2014 and 2015.
In our blog we previously mentioned the services of Gaige’s Concierge Service. Sonny was available on wedding days to do whatever tasks needed at a very reasonable rate.
We are sad to report that Sonny had a heart attack, and he’s putting his business on hold while in recovery. He sent a note of thanks for past work. Our prayers go out to Sonny for a return to health.
A storm front made guests choose to stick with the meal tent, the party tent or inside the house. Wedding of Amy & Brad at the bride’s family home in rural Springfield. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Mark and Susan wanted their daughter to have a beautiful, outdoor wedding at their home in Bradfordton/rural Springfield, Illinois. Amy and Brad live in Las Vegas, so help in planning and organizing a wedding back home was much appreciated.
The wedding ceremony was held right next to the home, beneath a large oak tree which provided much-needed shade on a warm June day. After the ceremony the bride and groom did outdoor portraits in the wooded yard. The wedding reception was in a tent beyond the pool. And DJ and dancing were in another, smaller tent next to the home.
Amy walks down the aisle with her father at her wedding in rural Springfield. Amy’s parents Mark and Susan gave the couple a beautiful outdoor wedding right in their yard. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.The wedding ceremony site was beneath the shade of a massive oak tree Ñ perfect way to beat the June heat. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Wedding of Amy & Brad at the bride’s family home in rural Springfield. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Outdoor wedding portraits, wedding of Amy & Brad at the bride’s family home in rural Springfield. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.As the rain poured, the party fueled by Music Source Professional Disc Jockey Service went on in the party tent next to the house. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Lizzie & Brandon’s first dance as the St. Louis Band the Well Hungarians play. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Lizzie & Brandon chose to have their wedding in Las Vegas, but brought the party home to all their friends who couldn’t make the trip with a reception at The Elks Lodge in Jacksonville.
Focus of the night was a live performance by the St. Louis-area band the Well Hungarians (also on Facebook), with plenty of dancing. Their cake had a Las Vegas sign, to recognize their wedding ceremony earlier in the year. The night also featured speeches and toasts by family, best man and maid of honor.
Lizzie & Brandon’s wedding reception at The Elks lodge in Jacksonville. Their cake had a Las Vegas sign, to recognize their wedding ceremony earlier in the year. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Lizzie & Brandon had family portraits at our studio before their wedding reception at The Elks. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Amy & Ryan dance with a member of Fun DMC during their wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield. With playful mashups and an endless supply of energy, the bride and groom said the live wedding band helped to make the night into a real party. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Band members had their set put together even before the afternoon wedding, and provided audio for the wedding service. Later when guests entered the room for the reception, the stage was dominated by a large, black screen with points of LED lights. After dinner events started with first dances, then quickly moved into the night’s performance by Fun DMC.
The bride and groom were surprised with a balloon drop during a performance of Nena’s 99 Luftballons. Amy and Ryan were really happy with the band, and pass on their recommendations. See a video of one of Fun DMC’s mashups.
Amy & Ryan recognize applause at the end of their first dance. Wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield featuring live wedding band Fun DMC. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Amy & Ryan wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield featuring live wedding band Fun DMC. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Amy & Ryan wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield featuring live wedding band Fun DMC. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.As a special treat, when Fun DMC played a mashup of Nena’s 99 Luftballons, the dance floor was filled with red balloons. Amy & Ryan’s wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Final dance, Amy & Ryan wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield featuring live wedding band Fun DMC. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Grand finale, Amy & Ryan wedding reception at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield featuring live wedding band Fun DMC. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.Amy & Ryan at the end of the evening with the Hoogland Center for the Arts decorated for their wedding. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Ryan loves sushi, so the groom worked Happy Sushi in Springfield into his wedding day. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.
For this wedding in Springfield, there was no way Ryan the groom was going to go through the most important day of his life without having his favorite food from his favorite restaurant — Happy Sushi in Springfield.
So while he and his groomswomen waited for Amy the bride to get ready, the crew made a stop at the restaurant, 846 S Grand Ave E, Springfield, IL 62703.
Ryan brings his groomswomen to Happy Sushi in Springfield as they wait for Amy to get ready with her bridesmaids. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Checking in with Hiro, Happy Sushi in Springfield. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Hiro working the counter, Happy Sushi in Springfield. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Ordering, Happy Sushi in Springfield. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Sushi arrives, Happy Sushi in Springfield. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Hiro with groomswomen, Happy Sushi in Springfield. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.Ryan with Hiro, Happy Sushi in Springfield. Wedding photography by Steve of Warmowski Photography.
Family photo during Elizabeth & Daniel’s wedding, 2015. The highest compliment for us is when families choose us again and again. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Family photo during the wedding of Elizabeth’s sister, Meghan, in 2008. Portraits also in back yard and wedding reception at Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club in Orland Park. Megan has her wedding at St. Michael’s Church, Orland Park (the church was under renovation so Elizabeth chose St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago for her ceremony.) Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.
Elizabeth & Daniel wedding portraits at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Elizabeth arrives at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago for ceremony. Accompanied by her mother and wedding planner. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Elizabeth walks down the aisle with her father, St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Daniel watches Elizabeth come down the aisle, ceremony at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Daniel’s sister watches Daniel’s reaction as he sees his bride for the first time on their wedding day. Ceremony at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Elizabeth’s family always take these umbrellas along on wedding days, to ward off the rain. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Wedding portraits at Elizabeth’s family home. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Elizabeth & Daniel on the balcony overlooking the golf course at Crystal Tree Country Club, Orland Park. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Elizabeth & Daniel move in for the cake cutting, wedding reception at Crystal Tree Country Club, Orland Park. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Guests enjoying a heater and the fall weather, balcony at Crystal Tree Country Club, Orland Park. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Long-exposure image, exterior of the Crystal Tree Country Club, Orland Park. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.
Alissa & Brandon during their outdoor portrait session on their wedding day in Jacksonville. Ceremony at Our Saviour Catholic Church; outdoor portraits and limousine ride to/from the house of Alissa’s sister in rural Jacksonville; reception at Hamilton’s 110 North East. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.
Alissa & Brandon’s wedding photos have been added to our web page as one of our sample weddings. Their ceremony was at Our Saviour Church and reception at Hamilton’s 110 North East. We especially had fun with the couple and their wedding party taking outdoor portraits at the house of Alissa’s sister in rural Jacksonville.
Formal portraits for Alissa & Brandon included this grouping — twin bride, marries twin groom, with twin flower girls. Ceremony at Our Saviour Catholic Church, Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.
Fun fact of the wedding is the bride and groom are both identical twins. And they had identical twins for flower girls. Here’s some more photos from the day. See a more complete gallery of images on Facebook.
Brandon checks out the details on Alissa’s wedding dress, at Our Saviour Catholic Church, Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Alissa outside on the porch of the Old Rectory, Our Saviour Catholic Church in Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Outdoor portraits, Alissa & Brandon’s wedding at at Our Saviour Catholic Church, Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Outdoor portraits, wedding day of Alissa & Brandon in Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Outdoor portraits, wedding day of Alissa & Brandon in Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.Limousine ride to reception at Hamilton’s 110 North East, Alissa & Brandon’s wedding in Jacksonville. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.First dance, Alissa & Brandon’s wedding reception at Hamilton’s 110 North East. Wedding photography by Tiffany & Steve Warmowski.
Alissa heard about our wedding photography by word of mouth — our extensive experience, positive reviews and happy brides are what bring us new customers. Thanks!
WeddingWire review by Laura & Josh — Warmowski Photography was incredible! They captured every special moment from multiple angles. Their photography continues to bring the memories to life from our big day. It doesn’t hurt that they are very personable. They are the type of people you’d love to have as personal friends.
The WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards 2016 recognizes the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism. The esteemed awards are given to the top local wedding vendors in more than 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding florists, based on their professional achievements from the previous year.
While many industry award winners are selected by the host organization, the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards winners are determined solely based on reviews from real newlyweds and their experiences working with Warmowski Photography. Award-winning vendors are distinguished for the quality, quantity, consistency and timeliness of the reviews they have received from their past clients.
“We are thrilled to celebrate such a high-caliber, committed group of professionals for the Couples’ Choice Awards’ eighth year,” said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire. “We are proud to continue to serve as the industry leader, with over 2.5 million consumer and peer reviews, and feature award-winning merchants such as Steve & Tiffany Warmowski who understands the impact reviews have on their successful businesses.”
As a Couples’ Choice Awards winner, Warmowski Photography is highlighted within the WeddingWire Network, which is comprised of more than 400,000 wedding professionals globally.
Warmowski Photography is proud to be one of the top photographers in the WeddingWire Network. We would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. We value all of our clients and truly appreciate the positive feedback that helped us earn the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards 2016.
WeddingWire review by June & Brandon — Steve and Tiffany beautifully captured our wedding and were there for every moment. They arrived early and stayed until the end, and it’s clear that they love their jobs. They are pros with years of experience — they come prepared, can work with any location and handle everything with ease. From portraits to photojournalism, they can give directions or work unobtrusively when needed. Some of our relatives and friends told us they were impressed with the Warmowskis and their professionalism and dedication — and they’re great people! They spent time with us before our wedding to create the best photo package for our needs. After our wedding, they helped us select images and worked with the printer to make sure our photo album was exactly what we wanted. When we look at the amazing photographs of our wedding, we’re so happy that we chose the Warmowskis!WeddingWire review by Kimberly & Stephen — We are extremely happy with Warmowski Photography and their involvement with our wedding in Lemont, IL. Tiffany and Steve do a fabulous job and the pictures capture the most incredible moments of the day. We would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding!WeddingWire review of Katie & Zach — (Bride) Beautiful photographs that captured every detail that we had planned for both the ceremony and our reception. The photographs really represent the feel of our wedding and Tiffany and Steve were such a pleasure to work with! (Groom) Excellent photographers! Tiffany and Steve photographed our wedding and captured every aspect beautifully. I highly recommend them…they were so easy to work with!WeddingWire review of Natalie & Lawrence — We could not be more pleased with the photography choice we made. Tiffany and Steve are INCREDIBLE!! Tiffany helped SO much besides taking pictures it was unreal. Tiffany helped fix the bridesmaid dresses when a small problem popped up and she had her handy dandy superglue and scissors when we needed them and no one had thought about bringing anything. Steve was amazing with the boys and hanging out like one of the guys and getting great getting ready moments with everyone. Together they are a dream team. They both made our day run smoothly and everything was flawless. I couldn’t dream of having anyone else there on our wedding day!
