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A beautiful Louisiana engagement session under the Spanish moss at Jungle Gardens at Avery Island.
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Whit and I discussed posing, and she wanted to keep things casual and natural. When approaching a portrait session, I feel like it’s so important to make each session a representation of who you are as a couple. Major props to Whit and Brandon for not only knowing what looks and feels like them but […]
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It’s kind of neat that I can write about Scott and Rachel’s proposal… because I was there! Rachel has been a part of our family for SO long now…it’s awesome that they are going to be making it officially official this year at their destination wedding! The day Scott and Rachel closed on their house, […]
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Catherine and Adam met through a mutual friend at their UL graduation and quickly realized that they were perfect for each other! For the proposal, Adam truly thought of everything. He planned a scavenger hunt around Lafayette to places where they had special memories such as their first date He involved her five closest friends and […]
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The rain didn’t stop Gabby and Aaron from looking stunning for their engagement session. Instead, they embraced it and looked completely natural and oh so in love.
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Jordan and Jeff met at the wedding of two mutual friends. They hit it off and have been together for four years! Jeff and Jordan share a love for the outdoors, animals, and plants and spend a lot of time with their Brittany Spaniel, Doug. <3 Jeff recently proposed on Jordan’s parents’ 45th wedding anniversary […]
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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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Andrew and Jenny met on a typical Louisiana Saturday night in Baton Rouge, LA. Since their very first night together, Jenny says she immediately felt that “spark.” The next day, they went for pizza and that’s how it all began. Jenny and Andrew have now been together for over two and a half years and feel they couldn’t […]
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Color Palette: graphite gray, blush, ivory What three adjectives best describe your wedding? traditional, fresh, personal Tell us about your wedding venue(s) and why you chose to get married there. My family attends Fatima church (dad’s a deacon there), so the ceremony site was a no-brainer. We have a great relationship with Fr. Russo, the […]
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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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