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Have you ever been in the market for something that simply didn’t exist, so you end up changing your own expectations to reflect what’s available? Callie Richardson had a different approach! She is truly the epitome of creating your own reality by not simply relying on what’s already out there but instead seeing what could be and creating it! Callie […]
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If you could sum up your wedding in three words, what would they be? Elegant, Celebratory and Ethereal Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. We live in Washington DC and knew we wanted to get married in New Orleans. Laura grew up there and we both love […]
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Color Palette: graphite gray, blush, ivory What three adjectives best describe your wedding? traditional, fresh, personal Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. My family attends Fatima church (dad’s a deacon there), so the ceremony site was a no-brainer. We have a great relationship with Fr. Russo, the […]
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Color Palette: peach, green, grey, navy, cameo pink What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Joyful, vintage-inspired, classic New Orleans Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. We knew right away that the perfect place for us to be married was at Holy Name of Jesus on St. […]
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It’s been awhile since I’ve had the opportunity to photograph at one of my favorite modern venues: The Louisiana State Museum. I love the combination of concrete and glass and the open entrance area as well. It doesn’t hurt that the architecture frames the Old State Capitol, either. 😉 Amanda chose to photograph her bridals […]
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Last Saturday, Lauren walked down the aisle, on the most beautiful day…amongst all of her family and friends …toward the man she loves. And on that special day, she became Mrs. Hargrave. It is so much fun shooting bridal sessions because I have the opportunity to get to know the brides I work with on […]
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Even through the internet waves of skype, I was able to feel Natalie’s positive energy! When we first met, we chatted from one state to another about her future marriage to the love of her life. I met she and John for the first time in person at their engagement session here in New Orleans, and this […]
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She was introduced to him by her friend Ashley, a bridesmaid at their wedding this past Saturday. She was responsible for starting the relationship that ended (or shall we say began) with a walk down the paved aisle at City Club. They met at church and ran into each other at a later gathering. Mike had […]
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“Megan Pittman”….because that’s what he calls her….”Will you spend the rest of your life with me?” And from that moment, she promised to call him “darling” for the rest of their days. It’s been quite the journey having dated since 8th grade, and this past Saturday Megan and Josh exchanged vows in front of their […]
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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.