Wedding Day Helpers: Ask a Friend or Hire a Pro?
It takes a village to put on a wedding, even if you’ve got a really good wedding planner. There are lots of moving parts to this party, which is what makes the celebration so special. What would it be without the cake or the meal, the flowers or the centerpieces, the beloved guests? One person, whether that’s a hired wedding planner or you, can’t do it all. You need help. But...
What’s Included In My Wedding Photography Package
The title of this post is pretty self-explanatory… In this video I explain exactly what’s included in my wedding photography package – including price!!! Whaaaaaat??? A wedding photographer not being secretive about their pricing? Get out of town! That’s right! Believe it. Enjoy the video! If you like what you saw and you’d like to set up a consultation...
10 Tips for Great Outdoor Wedding Photos
Outdoor weddings are magical. Mother Nature must have had weddings in mind when she started painting seascapes and skylines. And when it comes to wedding photos, you can’t beat the outdoors for the natural light and a variety of unique settings. However, Mother Nature has a sense of humor, and that can show up in the form of rain, wind, or bird droppings, even on your special day. There...
Digital Is Not Enough
In 2015, it was estimated that by this year, people would be taking 1.3 trillion photos every year. Look around, and you won’t find it hard to believe. Whether you’re at a famous monument or simply sitting down for a burger, smartphones are snapping pictures everywhere. (And it’s okay to admit yours is doing it, too. The selfie is an art form in itself.) In some ways, this is...
Is It Time For a Trash the Dress Photoshoot?
After months of planning leading up to one beautiful day, the wedding is over and your life as husband and wife has begun. You already put your gifts away, sent thank you notes, and ate the rest of the cake. Now what are you going to do with that dress? You could hang it up in the closet, where it will take up space for the next fifty years or so, but more and more brides are opting for a...
The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Exits
The Grand Finale. The Sendoff. The Great Escape! Your departure from your reception is a key moment in your wedding day, and many couples place quite a bit of emphasis on planning a dramatic exit. Given that evening and nighttime outdoor lighting conditions are unpredictable and that your guests have also had a long day, it’s a good idea to consider how much coordination your sendoff...
The Importance of The Print
In today’s digital society, more people than ever are skipping the print creation stage, choosing instead to keep their photos stored on their phones, in the cloud, or on their hard drives. For major events, however, you want to be sure that you’re taking your materials the extra mile. Instead of keeping your wedding photos in digital format, make sure you embrace the importance of...
Pros and Cons of The First Look Photo
You probably have quite a few ideas of the wedding images you want to capture: dancing as husband and wife, the candle light shining in your hair; throwing the bouquet, one bridesmaid gently nudging another out of the way; cutting the cake, your bejeweled hand delicately holding the knife, his hand holding yours. Another shot on your wish list might be the first look. These are the photos we...
5 Tips For Perfect Wedding Photos
Five Tips for Picture Perfect Wedding Photos! A wedding day only lasts 24 hours (and hopefully you’ll be sleeping for some of those), but you’ll be looking through the photos for years to come. “Perfect” is an overused word when it comes to weddings, but there’s no way around it in this case: you want your wedding photos to be absolutely, positively, 100 percent...