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Mia and I have walked alongside each other for much of our creative journeys, especially the past five years. She is an incredibly talented florist, known for her whimsical and creative approach to floral design. When Brad and I got engaged she was at the top of our list for florals and did a beautiful […]
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There are so many things that make this post unique:::: So, I’ll start with that which is most personal to me….my friendship with Erin. Erin was my first friend in college. We had both embarked on the journey of architectural school and immediately clicked. Although we would be considered by some as opposite in ways, […]
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February reminds me of LOVE…and moments with those you care about most. It’s a month to appreciate your friends, your family and the special people in your life. The cold is heading out so it’s the last month (at least in Louisiana) to really snuggle by the fire and tough out the winter cold. The […]
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Ten years ago, I met Mia in Design 101, my first year of architecture school. Four years ago, she asked me to photograph her wedding. Two years ago, we began working together in the wedding industry when Mia decided to open her own floral business. And last month, she asked me to photograph her anniversary […]
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It’s so beautiful and wonderful to see how we’ve all grown. I met Mia my second semester of Architecture school in Design 102. Now, I’m running my fulltime photography business and Mia’s has just launched in full force her : Root Floral Design Studio! <– That link will take you to our previous styled shoot for […]
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Mia and I met in my 1st year of architecture school in the Fall of 2004 and hit it off instantly. We were like two peas in a pod trying to fight our way through design school. Mia continued studying and eventually graduated in interior design and I graduated in architecture. We remained friends and […]
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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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