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What Not to Do During Your "First Look"
The trend of the “first look” seems to be about as popular, if not more so, as waiting to see each other before the walk down the aisle. Naturally, couples are focused on how to make sure these romantic photos turn out perfectly, but we find that sometimes knowing what not to do can be just as helpful as advice and tips of what you s... More »
There are so many facets to a wedding day and how the story unfolds. It’s the job of the photographer to document the whole tale with each act playing out like a Hollywood film. Though the bride and groom are the focus, the “supporting characters” are also strong pieces of the narrative – not just the bridesmaids and groo... More »
An engagement shoot is a great opportunity for you and your beloved to get comfortable in front of the camera, as well as a good chance to develop a rapport with your potential wedding photographer. Often, couples are focused on what they should wear for these photographs, and when during their engagement they should take them. However, the &#... More »
When looking for advice from recently married couples in terms of how much to spend on their wedding day, photography is often cited as the vendor to splurge on. After all, aside from your loving marriage, the photos are what will remain after the nuptials – which is why it’s extra crushing to receive your pictures back and... More »
I love photographing every moment of the special day for my clients, but one of my favorite parts of being a wedding photographer is capturing stunning portraits of the bride. After fifteen years of photographing weddings, I have learned that there are some simple tips that can ensure the bride is picture-perfect, so we can get an array of ... More »
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The Benefits of the New Snapchat Feature for Your Wedding Day
Though some people prefer to keep their wedding celebration offline, others are looking for every way to embrace social media on the big day. For those who can’t get enough of sharing pictures and statuses, the popular app Snapchat has released a new feature: custom stories. If you’re not already familiar with Snapchat stories... More »
One of the most important vendors hired for your wedding day is the photographer. After spending months planning and getting the design just as you’ve always dreamed it would be, the photographer is the one to capture those memories so you’ll have them forever. As much as you love your beautiful centerpieces, the portraits of yo... More »
Having a “first look” before the ceremony is such a big trend that it’s barely even considered nontraditional anymore. Sure, there are still couples who embrace the custom of not seeing each other until they walk down the aisle, but most people will not bat an eye if you tell them you and your future spouse will take pictures t... More »
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What You Need to Know About Southern Bridal Portraits
While most brides will be sure to have their photographer snap some solo shots on the wedding day, in the South it is traditional to have bridal portraits – also called “bridals” – taken in advance, so the stunning photographs can be displayed at the reception. Often, these photos are less done for the bride herself, and ... More »
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What Wedding Videography Style is Right for You?
Besides the marriage, of course, one of the most treasured artifacts from one’s wedding day is often their video. It gives you and your spouse a chance to look back and reflect on your special day – perhaps even to help you during more difficult times in your marriage. Not hiring a videographer is frequently cited as a couple’... More »
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