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My friend Mark Eric shared on his blog this week that Sareh Nouri will be hosting a Trunk Show March 29th-30th at I DO Couture in Baton Rouge. I absolutely love the designs and had to spread the word! If you are a bride in the search for your gown, all purchases made at the bridal show […]
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“Love is the condition in which the happiness of another is essential to your own.” – Robert Heinlein Weddings are not solely for the documentation of love between the couple, but also for the love that exists throughout the day. There are so many small instances of love scattered throughout a wedding that we are […]
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The day didn’t start quite as we had planned. When the clouds and the rain rolled in, we decided to go for it and stick to the shoot. Thankfully, Jen had chosen a location that provided both beautiful indoor and outdoor locations so I felt confident that regardless of the weather, I’d be able to […]
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WPPI is kind of like my favorite roll of chocolate chip cookie dough. I tell myself that I’m just going to take one bite of the cookie dough and the rest I’ll freeze for later…to eat a bit more maybe one month from that day. Half the cookie dough roll and a stomach full later… […]
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Wedding Prep/Reception: Rip Van Winkle Gardens Catering: The Art Of Eating Florals: Kelley Wedding + Groom’s Cake: Guidry’s Wedding Gown: Vera White Wedding Shoes: Vera Wang Videography: High Rise Productions Kelley + Josh are offically Mr. and Mrs. Moore. It’s been more than a 5 year journey for them together…and it recently came to a […]
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Terry + Leslie were part of a bowling league and their team shirts clearly read : Terry – Fromenthal #1 Leslie – Fromenthal #2? Knowing that Leslie would soon be changing into her shirt for their game that evening…he decided to turn that ‘?’ into a ‘!’ in real life. That afternoon in her kitchen, […]
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We were anticipating a rainy day but the rain wouldn’t stop us from having an awesome bridal session. Kelley opted to have her bridal session photographed at the lovely Victorian Plantation in Broussard, LA. When I first met Kelley, I was immediately connected to her bubbly and fun personality. She wasn’t the least bit of […]
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The start of Tracy + Matt was never what they thought it would be. Initially, Tracy + Matt met through a mutual connection when she went to Texas to visit. At a bowling alley, Tracy + Matt began their friendship. Over time, they grew that friendship with phone calls, and eventually a visit: as best […]
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I hung up the phone and sat at my computer. For a moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of stress, nerves, and anxiety. And I cried. My mom (always in the best of intentions of course) simply asked about the upcoming creativeLIVE audition. What time? Where? Was I ready? …. and I hung up the […]
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Prepare to be inspired as we journey through the captivating world of award-winning artist and passionate photographer, Elizabeth Messina. A master of intimate portraiture, Elizabeth has honed her craft to create powerful, intimate images, where the essence of her subjects shines through. Starting with photographing friends and family, Elizabeth has grown as an artist, overcoming […]
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The decision to scale a photography business is not one to be taken lightly. There are several factors to consider, and many photographers grapple with the question of when and how to expand. The latest episode of our podcast tackles this topic head-on, providing insights from successful professionals who have successfully scaled their businesses. One […]
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There are a lot of differences between zoom lenses and prime lenses, especially in photography. Knowing the differences between the lenses will help you decide which lens is best to use in the different types of situations that may come up in your wedding photography business. When deciding which type of lens to shoot with, […]
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During my 15 years of wedding photography, I have tried quite a few different styles of camera bags for carrying my equipment to a wedding. I know that it is a personal choice and it really needs to meet the needs that you have! I can’t make the decision for you, but I can help […]
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When I switched from doing my wedding photography business part time to full time, it was scary! I felt a lot of anxiety about it. There was a lot of planning and strategies involved. I can identify with the uncertainty and questions you may have about making the decision to transition. First and foremost, you […]
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Determining your base pricing for your wedding photography business is so personal and can get really complex. Before I go into a lot of detail about pricing, I want you to know that there is a free pricing guide available in the description for you to download. I am going to go over the factors […]
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It's not easy balancing all the things, especially as a wedding photographer. When you're a passion-driven person, it's hard. I can relate to this which is why I'm dedicated to helping photographers strike that perfect balance between work and personal life.