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In our spare time, we enjoy roaming the aisles of Barnes & Noble. It was the end of last week and we were enjoying our weekly date night. Brad and I both love Barnes & Noble, but for different reasons………I love the books, and he loves the coffee!!!!! 🙂 Usually, I can get him fairly […]
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I walked in my door, hung my keys on the new key holder Brad encouraged Mrs. Christy to buy for me, threw my purse on the flew and flung myself on the couch. I was exhausted; it had been a productive but long day. Like always I ran through my mind all the options of […]
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When Friday arrived, I couldn’t believe it. It seemed like only yesterday that Addie and I had first met. I can still remember talking about her wedding which was one and a half years away at that point. Friday morning, I woke up with an extra dose of excitement and energy…(which on normal day may […]
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When I was growing up, my mom always warned me never to judge a book by its cover, and yet…I did. Literally. As my aunt loosened her grasp around what appeared to be potential for the most boring book ever, I read the title The Millionaire Next Door. The exchange of this book began when I […]
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Today………………………………………………………………………………is my birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That’s right. One Quarter of a Century. CHECK. When my 25th birthday started rolling around, I had mixed feelings. I did!! I was thankful because every year God blesses me with new gifts and opportunities. I was nervous because…really, how do you decide if where you are in life is good….Or appropriate […]
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Once a month we meet just as the sun sets in the corner outside at the local Starbucks. We talk photography and we cut loose, developing strong relationships. And you never know when those relationships will manifest. As a business owner, I have come to value my relationships with others more than anything. My relationships […]
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When I was born, my mom named me after Saint Catherine. Maybe she thought that by naming me after a saint I would be more saint-like. But I think by the time I could walk and talk she most likely felt differently…and probably pretty far from what she thought would be the perfect little girl. […]
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There are a few things in life that make me happy…..Books, Cookies and Cream ice cream, God (these are in no particular order by the way..lol), Brad, Riding Windows down/heater on during winter, and moments of complete exhileration. Weddings, and moments of love, unique details, and the incredible relationships of my work are on that […]
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My heart was beating at a much quicker pace than normal. And I began to feel the pressure of what was about to happen. I turned to Dustin and he was all smiles. He said his heart felt like it would beat out of his chest; he was SO excited to see her. As I […]
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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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