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Must have photos wedding detail shots ideas for your wedding album

When it comes to the images captured of your wedding day, your photographer likely has an idea of the types of shots you'll want in your wedding album: your "first look" – should you choose to have one, your first kiss as husband and wife, the first dance, as well as all of the décor you worked so hard to plan. With the... More »

10 Tips for a Successful Engagement Shoot

Photographer Laurie Bailey shares her advice on these pre-wedding photos.

Discover what you need to know before you have your engagement photos taken.

If you're recently engaged, congratulations! As you're beginning to plan the details of your big day, you're also likely preparing to get engagement photos taken! While it's not required, most affianced pairs like to have professional photographs taken during their engagement to capture the happy time. The photos can either be kept between the t... More »

How to Make Bridal Party Photos Go Quickly

It can be tough with large groups!

How to stay on schedule with bridal party photos bridesmaids groomsmen

Your wedding day is not only one of the happiest days of your life, but also one of the busiest. While the vow exchange and subsequent celebration are the most important parts of the occasion, getting ready and finding time for photos is also a key factor that can be difficult to coordinate. This is especially true if – like most couples &... More »

Why to Consider a Post-Wedding Photo Shoot

Give Yourself time for everything to be picture-perfect.

Photo by Roey Yohai Studios For the average wedding, fitting in time to take all the dreamy photos inspired by what you’ve seen online can be a struggle. The advent of the “first look” has been a great help in this matter. Now couples can get gorgeous portraits together without sacrificing their entire cocktail hour or ha... More »

What to Do With Your Wedding Photos

Don't just keep them on a flash drive stuck in a drawer!

For most couples, photography is one of the biggest priorities when selecting the vendors for their wedding. After all, besides your marriage, photographs from your wedding are the one thing you’ll still have after the big day is over. Once you get all of your pictures back from your wedding photographer, it’s easy enough ... More »

Why You Should Have a Wedding Video

This is not an aspect of the big day you want to miss out on.

Why you should definitely hire a videographer for your wedding

Though thankfully most brides and grooms feel they wouldn’t change a thing about their big day, when there are regrets about the wedding, it is often due to electing not to hire a videographer. With the creativity and quality available in photography nowadays, some mistakenly feel that having a video is an unnecessary additional expense. H... More »

What You Don't Want to See in Your Wedding Photos

These should be perfect images of your day, after all.

what you don't want in your wedding photos, what to keep out of your wedding photos

Photo by Aesthetiica Photography Your wedding photos are a major investment for the big day, as they are what you’ll have to hold on to for years after the flowers wilt and memories start to fade. This is one of the many reasons why we do not recommend skimping on photography if you’re looking to cut costs. On the contrary, this is ... More »

How to Have the Perfect First Kiss Photo

Here's how to make it a moment to remember.

Nine steps to the perfect wedding kiss how to make your first kiss photo the best

Photo by Chard Photo Although much of wedding planning is focused on the reception, as that’s where the bulk of your time will be spent, there’s no denying that the ceremony is the purpose of it all. One of the most notable moments is, of course, when the couple is pronounced married and seals their union with a kiss. It’... More »

How to Be More Photogenic on Your Wedding Day

Tips and tricks to help you look your best!

Tips and tricks to be more photogenic on your wedding day

The reason it is so often advised to splurge on the photography for your wedding day is that the pictures are what remain once all is said and done. Naturally, you will want to look your best. However, finding the right photographer is only the first step to absolutely fabulous snapshots from your big day. Wearing perhaps the best outf... More »

What You Need to Know About Southern Bridal Portraits

Learn more about the benefits of this tradition.

how to prepare for southern bridal portraits, southern tradition of 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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15 Detail Shots to Include in Your Wedding Album

From the invitation to your "something blue," you'll want these photos to be captured.