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It was my first time shooting at the Longue Vue House and Gardens and I know it won’t be my last! The entrance drive alone is something not to be forgotten and the gardens are just perfectly tended. Jessica wanted her bridals to feel classic and elegant so the gardens served as the perfect location. […]
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My clients truly awe me. I work with such an incredible group of women…poised, confident, and collected. They’re so beautiful, so sweet and trust me to do what I love to do! Holly is no exception. It’s been a truly pleasure getting to know her; she laughs so much and always has a smile on […]
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The weekend before Alyssa got engaged, we spent our first afternoon working together on a Southern Styled Shoot. Alyssa was the planner for the event, and I was so impressed with her. Just following the event I blogged about my experience working with Alyssa, her sweet personality and extreme level of organization. How she manages to […]
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Tara is the definition of beauty and grace. She holds herself with poise….and you cannot help but notice her elegance. Everything about Tara’s bridal session came together so perfectly: her location (Nottoway Plantation- one of my absolute favorites), her lovely, lace mermaid gown, her flawless hair/makeup…and most importantly her! Tara is so much fun to […]
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Kristen’s personality is like a light in a dark room; and I’m not the only one who’s noticed. On her wedding day, she may not have known, but everyone was whispering about how absolutely stunning she looked. And they’d always follow that statement with one about how sweet and beautiful of a person she is […]
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I feel like the time starting with when I first met Alexis and ending with her wedding on Friday came and went by so quickly. I had the pleasure of photographing she and Daniel for their engagements, for her bridals, and for the wedding as well. I think being able to share in each of these […]
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I suppose that I’ll have to start Leslie’s introduction by introducing Terry, Leslie’s husband! I met Terry in high school. Back then and even today he’s organized, kind-hearted and a lot of fun to be around. How perfect that now..so many years later, Terry met and has now married his wife Leslie: a woman of […]
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She walked into my office holding her wedding binder, looking as happy and put together as she has for this entire process. I knew in the first few moments of speaking with Alysia, learning more about her and Kyle and their wedding day that we would be the perfect fit for her wedding photography. What […]
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Last Saturday, Lauren walked down the aisle, on the most beautiful day…amongst all of her family and friends …toward the man she loves. And on that special day, she became Mrs. Hargrave. It is so much fun shooting bridal sessions because I have the opportunity to get to know the brides I work with on […]
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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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