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Happy Memorial Day! On a day like today…I woke up especially appreciative of life, freedom and the many happy personal moments that I’m so thankful to have experienced. So many have dedicated their lives to protecting this freedom and I thought today would be the perfect time to share a personal post! Life has been […]
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On a shoot, I try to keep things interesting. I change things up, and I’m always looking to do something fun and different. WELLLLL….sometimes, when in search of an adventure, I get one. During Meaghan’s bridal session, I decided it would be a great idea to backtrack into an area we shouldn’t have been in […]
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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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Beads, Elaborate Costumes, Noise Makers, Ladders, Horns, Whistles, Rolling Carts, Lawn Chairs, Wigs, Crowds, Floats, and Crowns…. Mardi Gras is one of my favorite times of year. I love the energy, the colors, and any excuse to dress ridiculously and artistically. π I’m a people watcher and I love to observe….and occasionally interact. Mardi Gras […]
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In life, there are serendipitous moments: times when things fall into place, and things are just easy…almost as if it was written that way. In Renada’s opinion, meeting Justin was serendipitous. Her unexpected introduction to Justin resulted in the life that she is now living: a life filled with love, happiness, and contentment. Justin fell […]
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Your eyes aren’t deceiving you; she’s really THAT gorgeous! After 8 years of waiting, this past Saturday, Natalie married the man of her dreams. For her engagements, she would look at Nick and all of her nerves would disappear. And I saw it happen again on her wedding day: When she saw Nick, she would […]
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He’s SOOOO full of life + ENERGY!!!! After we spent the first portion of his session running around the playground…LOL…we were able to capture some really fun action shots that show the inner spirit of Logan!!! I laughed so much working with Logan…he’s just so much fun. When we made our way to Manhattan BEACH, […]
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Not 1…..2…….3………………….4………….5…….6….or..7….BUT 8 YEARS!! Natalie & Nick have been together for EIGHT years! π π π Natalie was a little nervous in the beginning, but when she looked at Nick, all her nerves went away… It’s true. I saw it happen!!!!!! It was SOO hot for the session…so I decided to use the sun to […]
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Robyn & Scott: Married June 5, 2010 Venue: St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church/City Club in River Ranch Dress: Jim Hjelm (Veil Appliqued by Mrs. Charmaine Pollingue) Cake: Short & Sweet – UL homecoming & Lagniappe Day Cake…Robyn’s FAVORITE!!! Band: Andy Smith Band…..a definite recommendation from the couple Hair & Makeup: Dore Dore Salon Bridesmaid Dresses: […]
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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 canβt 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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