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Planning our wedding was something I did subconsciously over the eight years leading up to the wedding a a result of owning and running my own photography business. Every time I saw or photographed something I did or didn’t love, I took a mental note. When it came time to plan our own wedding, five […]
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If you could sum up your wedding in three words, what would they be? Romantic, Dramatic, Intimate Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. I was looking for ways to make an outdoor venue work in August. We had to get married in August because of my school […]
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Dress Designer: Justin Alexander Boutique: Town and Country Bridal Shoes: Angela Nuran Florist: Joel Theriot Design Accessories: Givenchy Earrings Hair & Makeup: Sara Buteaux Was this the dress you initially thought you’d wear for your wedding? I knew the silhouette I was looking for, but I thought I would want a lot of beading and lace…then I picked the most […]
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What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Elegant, Grand, Magnificent Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. We chose to get married at St. John’s Cathedral for several reasons. I attended Cathedral Carmel in middle school and made my first communion at St. John’s; therefore, this church is […]
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Dress Designer: Rivini Boutique: Mia Bridal Couture: Houston, Texas Florals: Brent Lavergne Veil: Toni Federici Shoes: Badgley Mischka Accessories: Earrings: Meg Jewelry, Hair piece: DH Design Hair: Ronnie Thidobeaux Makeup Artist: Sara Buteaux Was this the dress you initially thought you’d wear for your wedding? Yes and no. I did not have a specific dress style in […]
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Winter is such a fun time to break out the fur and long sleeve wedding dresses. This photo shoot was held at Maison De Tours and held all the elegance and beauty that winter should! I worked with such a talented team for this seasonal styled shoot and I am thrilled to finally share the […]
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Color Palette: Champagne, Blush Pink & Ivory What adjectives best describe your wedding? Chaotic, Emotional & Amazing Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. We chose St. Martin De Tours because I love historical places and the grounds there are just GORGEOUS. What was your favorite wedding purchase? […]
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Color Palette: Rain, Blush, and Ivory What three adjectives best describe your wedding? Elegant, beautiful, memorable Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. We got married at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church which is where my parents were married, so it was special. Our reception was at Le […]
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Dress Designer: Kenneth Winston Dress Boutique: Lemon Drop Veil: Bel Aire Bridal Shoes: Betsey Johnson Accessories: Ben’s Aunt’s Earrings (the 6th bride to wear them!) Hair Stylist: Sara Buteaux Makeup Artist: Linzy Cormier Was this the dress you initially thought you’d wear for your wedding? I was open to different styles when I first started trying […]
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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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The Mistakes Make Magic podcast is a podcast designed to give wedding photographers and creative entrepreneurs entertainment and lessons learned.
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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.