5 Reasons You Should Consider a Winter Wedding   If you haven’t yet considered having a winter wedding, you should! Winter weddings take place between December – February. Some couples automatically rule out these months because they assume most people get married during the Spring or Fall, however, there are many benefits to getting married during one […]

When you look at photos of yourself, what’s the first thing you think? Do you like them? Hate them? Pick out that one little flaw every time?   I think as women, we tend to feel strange if we really love a photo of ourselves. There’s something in us that feels like we shouldn’t be able to receive that […]

Your ceremony has ended and you are officially husband & wife! Now it’s time for your first dance as a married couple. For some, this is a moment they’ll enjoy, but don’t really care about the photos. For others, you know this moment will be sweet and memorable. You’re looking forward to seeing these candids […]

Have you changed your mind multiple times about small details that don’t really matter? Have you struggled making wedding decisions that ONLY involve how your guests will feel? (I.e. venue, decor, food, etc.) You are struggle from a big fat dose of people pleasing. Is Being Considerate Your Cover Up? Yes, your guests should have […]

Why Wedding Exits are Dead     If you’re new here, I’ll start by explaining what I mean by “wedding exits”. This is any “officially” planned exit from the reception of your wedding! You may be thinking… wait… everyone does official wedding exits, right?!   Nope.   & they’re quickly becoming a thing of the past (and […]

Save Money on Details, Spend on Photography     Okay, you may be thinking I’m a little biased on this one – & you’re right. But for good reason! If you’ve ever scrolled through a wedding blog, you probably noticed the HUGE amount of pretty detail photos? Maybe you subconsciously started to think, “I really […]

FIRST LOOK: FOR THE GROOM     Starting the Conversation   After three weddings in a row with first looks, I am even more convinced they are a great choice for everyone! If your groom doesn’t feel comfortable with a first look, send him this link. He might be surprised!     Hey Groom!   I’m going […]

HOW FAKE EXITS GIVE YOU BETTER PORTRAITS   You may be wondering how a fake exit at your wedding would contribute to your portraits? Did you know finding your wedding photographer is only half the battle to having great wedding images? A great wedding photographer can turn almost any situation into something wonderful! Can you […]

What Makes a Great Bridesmaid | Wedding Planning   It’s true, not all bridesmaids are created equal. If you’re a bride, this post will help you make great choices that will enhance your wedding day. If you’re an upcoming bridesmaid, this post will help you to be Bridesmaid of the Year and know how to […]

The Danger of “Saving” Money on Photography     Congratulations bride to be!! Your engagement season is going to be so much fun as you look forward to your first day of marriage!   One of the first things you’ll start thinking about is choosing a wedding photographer! Now, I’ll admit, this post seems funny coming from a […]

Rainy Weddings: What Brides Should Know | Wedding Planning   Tomorrow will be my FIFTH rainy wedding day in just a few months, and while there are certainly challenges that come with that, I have learned A LOT that I think brides should know when preparing for the possibility of rain!   1. Never underestimate […]

3 Biggest Time Suckers on Wedding Days & how to avoid them     You are dreaming of all the special moments on your wedding day; trying to plan the best you know how to make them all happen! While “Pinterest-ing” timelines can help, there are always a few moments of the day that tend to take […]

  Sparkler exits have been all the rage & for good reason – they add beautiful light to your photos!   But, there’s a new trend in town that I think is an upgrade from Sparkler Exits!!   The PROBLEM with Sparkler Exits   There are a lot of good reasons to do sparkler exits, but there are […]

Wedding Planning Every bride dreams of her wedding day to go perfectly planned. By the time your wedding arrives, you will have put your heart & soul into planning this day – which means your photos should reflect how special this day is! While I recommend EVERY bride book a professional photographer for their wedding day, there are also a few […]

Why Doing a First Look is the New Traditional   “We’re not going to do a first look, we’re just really traditional”. This is such a common phrase I hear, but I think it’s faulty & here’s why:   Meaningful > Traditional   I believe for most people who say they are “traditional” when it comes to […]

Tough Questions Series #ToughWeddingQuestions: How can you limit your bridesmaid number without hurting feelings? If you’ve been keeping up on my Instagram, this is my second tough wedding question I’ve answered. Click here if you want to read my post: How do you handle family photos with divorced parents? Today, we’re continuing the series with an […]