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This is my last 2013 review blogpost, looking back at the WEDDINGS of last year. All I can say is WOW. In 2013, I began shooting film, traveled to new places, and met so many new and wonderful people. I laughed and I cried…(sometimes over sad moments, sometimes over happy times, and sometimes over those […]
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My friend Mia, owner of Root Floral Design always has such incredible insight..on everything. I have her number on speed dial for when I’m in search of a business opinion and/or friendly conversation! I feel like we’ve grown together in a way and I’m happy to have her in my life. Not only is Mia […]
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Although it was Kate’s idea to travel to Chicago, she had no idea Nick would propose there. It was a super cold and windy evening……(Cold weather must follow them because the day of their engagements was FREEZING as well!!!) …….Nick planned dinner for them on the 95th floor of the Hancock Building. There was an […]
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When I first met Kourtni, she was a bridesmaid in Bevon + Brit’s wedding. Scott was Brit’s groomsman. That night, Scott sat on the shoulders of a friend as he stretched and reached, pushing to the front for the garter toss…(That NEVER happens!). lol Needless to say, he caught the garter and a few months […]
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In May of this year, Phil decided it was time. He called Korie over the phone and asked she and his son Paxton to meet him at the park. His plan was to catch her off guard so he had been preparing Paxton to give Korie an “early birthday gift”. When they arrived at the […]
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Compassionate. Poised. Confident. Considerate. These are words that I would use to describe Lauren. When Lauren + I first met, I was immediately drawn to her laid-back personality. She is truly the kind of person that goes with the flow and lets things happen as they are meant to. Working with she and Myles for […]
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It was Lindsey + Josh’s first trip to the beach with both she, Josh, and both of their families! Everyone was there enjoying the trip, lovely sunsets, and the peaceful sounds of the waves. Lindsey had absolutely no idea what Josh was planning; in her mind it was simply a trip to spend time with […]
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I think one of the most fun aspects of owning my own business is the freedom to constantly create. I love brainstorming for ideas and ways to grow my business, change things up a bit, and continue to progress. A little over two years ago, I finished my masters in Architecture and began developing my […]
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I’ve passed the spot before. It’s a fairly large piece of land, marked in my mind because of the huge mossy oak that sits on the property. We were sitting around the table at walk-ons enjoying our weekly “clique” not as we call it (<–the name actually derived from our passion against cliquish environments). 🙂 […]
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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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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.