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Victoria brought romantic, glamorous Southern belle style to her Nottoway House bridal session.
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In August 2016, Lindsay and Jim went out on his boat in the Gulf of Mexico. But Lindsay had no idea that on that ride…Jim would be proposing! Jim did everything himself including choosing Lindsay’s ring! (And it’s gorgeous!!!) Good job, Jim! 😉 Lindsay says she was SOO surprised! She’s from Louisiana and he’s from […]
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It’s often that Kamryn + Jared find themselves sharing laughter and lyrics in Kamryn’s aunt’s theatre room. One night, Jared banked on Kamryn being up for the hangout, even convincing her to swing by before her reunion. He had go pros and cameras setup for the surprise and after the “karaoke-ing” began, it was Jared’s turn. […]
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Ezzie has such a lovely vision for things….specifically: her wedding look. Her dress is so classic, timeless and elegant. Ezzie is such a bundle of energy and joy. She lights up a room with her spark and never sweats the small stuff. I absolutely love Ezzie and her entire family! Last weekend, I make the trip […]
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Jennifer is one of the sweetest, most soft-hearted women. She’s incredibly kind and made for a beautiful bride both inside and out. Jennifer chose a fitted lace gown with gorgeous patterns and detailing. Photographing her bridals with the lovely backdrop of Nottoway Plantation: perfection. This past weekend was Jennifer + Trey’s rehearsal dinner and wedding. It’s always […]
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Nottoway has turned out to be one of my all-time favorite locations to photograph. Especially on sunny (and in this case..rainy) summer day, the white ballroom is the absolute ideal spot to shoot! It’s cool! <3 And absolutely gorgeous. The day of Maddie’s bridals we fought the rain and heat but thanks to her super […]
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As if I didn’t love Meagan enough…she hired me as her wedding photographer and I grew to love her more. 🙂 I originally met her through her brother but now, I’m so grateful to have our own friendship! <3 She’s so much fun, super laid back but also very detail-oriented. She’s truly the perfect blend of creativity […]
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Lauren and her mom came into my office shortly after Lauren and Chase got engaged. Lauren shared her engagement story with me and the vision for she and Chase’s wedding day. She is a bundle of energy and her sweet, genuine nature makes her such a fun person to be around. It really has been a […]
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When Jennifer and I first met, I instantly loved her spunk and sweet personality! She’s such a beautiful person on the inside …. just as she is on the outside. She’s strong in her faith…and I admire her SO much as a person. I’ve had the honor of working with Jennifer for her engagements, bridals, […]
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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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