Preferred Vendor Highlight - Eric Little

Learn more about Eric Little, of Eric Little Photography, one of our recommended vendors, as he shares his love for photography, weddings and Cuscowilla.

How long have you been a photographer? I opened my photography studio in 2003. Starting with the first camera my father had given to me to this moment, I have always had a passion for photography.

What do you love about photography? I have been blessed by being part of so many happy memories and have had a great time document weddings, families and newborns. It is a time capsule of great experiences. Looking through my portfolio you can see the complete happiness within the images I have captured, and will continue to do so.

What do you love about Cuscowilla? Over the years I have been honored to have been a part of a great team of individuals to work with. The team at Cuscowilla has also given me that honor. With such a great staff and a wonderfully beautiful location, Cuscowilla has always been one of my favorite sites. Picturesque images abound at this location, it seems endless.

What do you love about weddings? Being part of a wedding is an honor, and I treat it that way. I always like to begin with getting to know all my clients. I love shooting engagement sessions. It is a great way to break the ice, and for the bride and groom to get to know me. There are a lot of laughs, and a real understanding and bond is made. This really helps in making the wedding day run much more smoothly, and builds the confidence and calmness in them to know I will take care of capturing those special moments on their wedding day.

What are you favorite shots to get at weddings? When wedding day arrives, myself and my team are onsite when makeup is being done to the couple's first glance at each other down the aisle to when they escape for their honeymoon. No stone left unturned, or photo left not taken. I love to capture the moments of a mom crying, a dad boasting about his beautiful daughter, and friends laughter as they dance the night away. Not forgetting those special moments when we capture the couple alone for those special portraits.

What do you love about your job the most? This is a job I never get tired of. Great fun. Great people. Great photographs.“Capturing images to hold your memories” is not just our catch phrase – it is a commitment.Thank you to Cuscowilla and our past and future brides and grooms. I do look forward to being part of such a special moment in your lives!


To learn more about Eric, you can visit his website at www.ericlittlephotography.com or call 770-314-0981.

You can take a glance at some pictures that Eric has taken at Cuscowilla by checking out the Photo Gallery on the Cuscowilla website at www.cuscowilla.com.

Recommended Vendors

Here's the contact information for some of the great vendors that we are fortunate to work with! They have all been great to our brides, our team and have turned out great products. We are happy to recommend these vendors to all of our brides!

Airport & Transportation Services
The Lakeside Companies
706-485-9111
www.lakesidecompanies.com


Cakes
Lisa Mae Cakes
478-256-8812
www.lisamaecakes.com


DJs, Music & Entertainment
Ambience Event Services
706-543-3008
www.aes-ga.com

Kazanetti (String Music)
678-353-3269
www.kazanetti.com


Dry Cleaners
Neighborhood Cleaners
706-485-2626
www.yourgreencleaners.com


Florists
Deer Run Farm
706-485-0999
www.deerrunfarmflowers.com

European Floral Design
706-227-9937
www.europeanfloraldesign.com

Greensboro Florist
706-453-7534


Handcrafted Bridal Jewelry
Andrea Harrison Designs
678-772-6243
www.andreaharrisondesigns.com


Jet Ski, Boat & Bicycle Rentals
Typhoon Tommy's
706-347-1177
www.typhoontommys.com


Photography
Danielle Fields Photography
478-451-9992
www.daniellefieldsphotography.com

Eric Little Photography
770-314-0981
www.ericlittlephotography.com

Melissa Prosser Photography
678-687-5734
www.melissaprosser.com

Scott Evans Photography
770-355-9644
www.scottevans.com

Wingate Downs Photography
706-742-7356
www.wingatedowns.com


Salon & Spa
Southern Laser Salon
706-485-7200
www.southernlasersalon.com

The Blue Giraffe
706-484-1990
www.thebluegiraffe.com

Great Menu Items!

Here are a few great menu items that we've had for wedding guests recently and highly recommend to you!

Appetizers

• Brown Sugar Bacon wrapped on a skewer (it's terrific and the guests all rave about it!)
• Bruschetta - Fresh Mozzarella and Vine Ripe Tomatoes with Basil on a Garlic Baguette and topped with a Balsamic Syrup
• Crab & Cream Cheese Wontons served with a Sweet Chili Sauce
• Spinach & Feta Stuffed Mushrooms

Buffet Items

• Greek Salad
• Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Fresh Herbs
• Baked Salmon with a Vermouth Cream Sauce
• Golden Brown Panko Chicken Breast finished with Green Onions and Mushrooms in Brown Butter
• White Cheddar Au Gratin Potatoes
• Orecchiette Pasta tossed with Shrimp, Grilled Portabella Mushrooms and Artichoke Hearts in Olive Oil
• Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli lightly dusted with Spanish Paprika

Must Have Cuscowilla Pictures!

For our brides...here's a list of our "must have" picture locations!

The 10th Tee Bridge

After the ceremony, hop on a golf cart and be sure to get a couple of pictures on our 10th Tee Bridge that crosses over beautiful Lake Oconee.

Picture by Eric Little Photography
www.ericlittlephotography.com

The Waterside Docks
Get pictures with your bridal party, your family and more on the docks
before and after the ceremony.

Picture by Eric Little Photography
www.ericlittlephotography.com

Later in the night, sneak off for a few pictures on the docks again.
Be sure it's dark enough to capture a picture just like this one!

Picture by Melissa Prosser Photography
www.melissaprosser.com

End of the Swimming Pool
Be sure to catch your reflection in the pool,
along with the ceremony site and lake in the background.

Picture by Eric Little Photography
www.ericlittlephotography.com

The Tall Native Grass

Catch a gorgeous shot in the native grass that grows all around Cuscowilla.

Picture by Melissa Prosser Photography
www.melissaprosser.com

On the Ceremony Point at Sunset
Take a few minutes after the ceremony to take it all in.
Bring your photographer along so this beautiful moment can be captured.

Picture by Del Sol Photography
www.delsolphotography.com

Cuscowilla Wedding Testimonials

Check out what some of our brides and mothers of the bride have to say about Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee! For more information on hosting your wedding at Cuscowilla, call 1-800-458-5351.


Getting married at Cuscowilla was the best decision that my husband and I made. The Cuscowilla Team was wonderful!! They did a great job assisting with the planning of the wedding and made our wedding day a dream come true.
Lindsey Claborn, Bride

Having a wedding at Cuscowilla is truly 'one stop shopping!' The point outside the Waterside Restaurant is a beautiful view for an outside wedding. And only a few steps away is the Waterside, where the Executive Chef will create an individual menu to suit your exact desires. The outside patio allows the perfect place to dance till you drop. The Cuscowilla Team is more than accommodating in every detail and quick to respond with helpful ideas and suggestions. Having lodging on the premises makes it easy for guests to stay close to the event so that they don't miss a thing! Our experience with Cuscowilla helped us create a once in a lifetime memory.
Janet Vaughan, Mother of the Bride

Jaime Murray and the staff at Cuscowilla were amazing. We were novice wedding planners and Jaime was wonderful in referring us to wonderful sources-florist, cake, music, photographer-and we were so blessed by everyone we worked with. Jaime has such a calm demeanor and was very hands on and really eliminated so much stress that we might have felt especially on the wedding day. We have 6 children and would love to experience other weddings at Cuscowilla.
Carolyn Miller, Mother of the Bride

Jaime Murray was absolutely awesome. She worked so hard for me and my family. It was because of her that my wedding turned out to be the most gorgeous perfect day! She was organized and knew exactly what we wanted to happen, when. Everything was gorgeous and perfect. The staff at the restaurant was fabulous. Choosing to have my wedding at Cuscowilla was hands down the best decision that I made. Thanks for making my wedding so memorable!
Becky Allan, Bride

Megan & Tad

August 2009

Megan & Tad could not have been more satisfied with their decision to wed at Cuscowilla on Lake Oconee in August of 2009. "We chose Cuscowilla because we had been to a wedding there previously and fell in love with the location. It had everything we were looking for," said the elated couple.

The couple chose to have the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception all on the Cuscowilla property. Both ceremony and reception were hosted at The Waterside Restaurant, with the ceremony taking place on a grassy point surrounded by beautiful Lake Oconee. The bride carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses with calla-lilies created by Greensboro Florist, as she walked down the aisle to a string trio. Eric Little Photography captured all the memories of the day. Following the ceremony, guests were greeted with white peach and raspberry frozen punch, as they enjoyed the sounds of their reception band. Appetizers included Fresh Mozzarella and Vine Ripe Tomato Bruschetta, along with Cream Cheese and Lump Crab Wontons with Sweet Chili Sauce. Guests enjoyed a buffet filled with Pepper Crusted Slow Roasted Sirloin, Baked Tilapia, Panko Crusted Chicken, Whipped Potatoes with toppings and more. At the end of the reception, the couple left by boat after walking down a sparkler lined path.

"Having the rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception all within walking distance, nestled in the cozy comfort of Cuscowilla made everyone feel like they were all truly part of this special day. Our experience at Cuscowilla was everything we could have dreamed of for our wedding." - Megan & Tad