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In an effort to inform others about vendors that I believe in…I wanted to start this post off as the first in a series of FEATURED VENDORS. Monthly, I will be featuring vendors that I believe in. In this case, this vendor is a special one. I recently photographed the wedding of Cassie + BC […]
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If you know me…then you may have taken notice to my love for neutrals. I love the elegance that comes from light and airy colors with subtle accents. In architecture school, I was taught that using textures can challenge your brain to think beyond the colors! And I suppose that over time, I grew to […]
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The Knot was one of the VERY first sites that I found insightful for brides planning their wedding. It is an excellent directory for everything from florals to the dress and everything in between. So, when Rebecca Crumley of The Knot contacted me in regards to publishing Susan + Adam’s wedding…I responded immediately with a […]
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AH! I love the beginning of the month because! I suppose I’m a total nerd, but I love to update my desktop backdrop! Ever since Valerie of Val Marie Paper and I started collaborating on the desktop downloads, I seriously look forward to it every month. Like, so much so that tomorrow (on my day […]
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On August 30, 2010 I sat at my computer watching my first Creative LIVE seminar. It was Jasmine Star’s Wedding Photography workshop: a 5-day course including LIVE shooting of a beautifully planned wedding. And in that moment, I daydreamed of the opportunity to one day be on Creative LIVE. My passion for interacting with others […]
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I tend to get fixated on ideas, like: *…the day I decided I would “redo my living room in a day.” Six weeks later I finally trashed the last paint can. *…when I decided I “needed” a dog. *….the time I spent an entire afternoon organizing. First it was my medicine cabinet, then my closet, […]
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The day was rainy…not at ALL what we had anticipated but we’d been planning the shoot for months! The idea began when Robin Hebert of the Indepent’s Acadiana Bride was interested in featuring a story on Root Floral Design. The concept revolved around a fashionable floral headpiece and Mia was kind enough to think of and […]
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Wedding Ceremony: St. Edward’s Catholic Church Officiant: Father Wayne Duet Reception: The Warehouse Catering: Bon Appetit’ Catering Event Rentals: Party Central Wedding Cake: Katie Bakes Wedding Gown: Maggie Sottero – Mam’selle’s Bridal Accessories: Nadri Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Jamine Belsoie Groosmen’s Apparel: Men’s Warehouse Bride’s Hair: Andre at Salon Indigo BRide’s Makeup: Emily Briggs Alyssa was attending LSU […]
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Naomi + Travis sat across from me in my office as I watched the video they’d shared: the video of their proposal. Travis thought ahead and planned to have someone film the night he would propose…so that in the future, they could cherish it and share with others. As I sat across from them, I […]
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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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