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I recently asked my grandmother how she got engaged; she was confused by the question. “He asked me to marry him,” she responded, “and then we picked my ring out of a catalog.” That simple gesture is far from the extravagant proposals we read about today! The pressures of living up to the high standards […]
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I’ve heard over and over that the best foundation for a relationship is friendship. Brittany and Brock are most definitely best friends…and completely in love. Brittany…is so sweet. She never enjoys being the center of attention and as a result she’s usually pouring her love and attention into those around her. She’s beautiful, poised, and […]
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Dress Boutique: A-Nets Hair Stylist/Makeup Artist: Salon Des Amis – Brittany Mcadaniel Accessories: swavorski crystal Was this the dress you originally thought you’d wear for your wedding? Pretty close to it! Tell us about your dress! Why did you choose this look? I’ve always been one for something simple. I wanted my dress to show off my figure […]
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Summer sessions. In Louisiana, you just sort of have to tough through them. For Kristin, that was easy considering she never stopped smiling and found the joy in every minute of the shoot! She wore a gorgeous fitted lace gown with an exquisite “lingering train.” <–I learned that phrase as a result of photographing it! […]
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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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For Lauren’s bridal session, we traveled to a location of sentimental value for the shoot. She spent lots of time at her grandparents home and felt that it would be the perfect backdrop for the shoot! When we arrived we fought the rain but ended up with a rain-free day for this gorgeous session! Lauren […]
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The bubbly expression seen consistently on Kayci’s face is imprinted on those around her. She’s a true joy to be around and always makes everyone smile and feel good! Even the day of Kayci’s bridals, I laughed SO much! She’s so silly and knows how to let loose and have fun. <3 We photographed her […]
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It’s Monday morning which means that I can FINALLY post Melissa’s bridals!!!! I love a bride who’s willing to take risks just to ensure that she’s being herself. She’s unafraid to do something just a little different because it’s who she is! That’s Melissa! When Melissa had the idea to travel to Chicot State Park […]
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When we began emailing back and forth, I had an idea…..And Laurel allowed me to execute it. I was nervous…scared even, to tell her that I wanted to shoot in a warehouse. I only expected a simple no, that she wouldn’t want to get her dress dirty. And she did give me a simply answer: […]
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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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