the journal

There are so many things to think about when planning your wedding! We know; we’ve been in your shoes almost 13 years ago. While that’s a long time ago, and we realize things in the industry have changed, photographing and filming over 150 weddings in the last 8 years has kept us updated. If you’re […]

After being in the wedding industry for almost 9 years and scouting out the best locations for our couples, we’ve gathered quite an extensive list of spots that your engagement session could take place in. Some of these locations require a permit or charge a fee, but most places are free. There are a few […]

After being in the wedding industry for over 8 years, we’ve found that we’re asked a lot of the same questions by our couples. Last week we shared our recommendations for the amount of wedding day coverage (see that post here), and today we’re sharing alternate locations for getting ready. We’ve discovered that some venues […]

Congratulations on your engagement! This season of your life is just so exciting, and we couldn’t be happier for you! As you begin to search for a wedding photographer and/or videographer, you’ll have lots to think about with tons of questions running through your mind. With that said, one of the questions we’re often asked […]

It’s not often that your ENTIRE family gets together and is dressed up in fancy gowns and sharp suits. Aside from the candids that we’ll be sure to capture throughout the day, we’ll also set aside time for family portraits. If you’re planning on doing a first look (where you and your soon-to-be hubby will […]

Hey there, dear friends! Did you know that out of all of your wedding vendors, your photographer and videographer are the two that you’ll be spending most of your day with? Today we’re sharing about why engagement sessions are so important to have done before your wedding day. We include these sessions in all of […]

No bride wants to think about this on her wedding day, but almost every bride does… RAIN! Some of the most beautiful photos can be taken on a rainy wedding day. Trust us! Almost 10 years ago when we got married, it rained the morning of our wedding. Although we don’t have any pretty rainy […]

You’re engaged to the love of your life (CONGRATS!), and now the wedding planning begins! This is the day you’ve been dreaming of your whole life, so you want everything to be perfect. Wedding planning should be enjoyable for the most part, but we know that’s not always the case. Hiring a team of professional […]

With busy season approaching, I wanted to share some tips on how to best prepare for your engagement session. Even if you don’t have a session booked with me, you’ll still benefit from this vital information. 🙂 Your engagement session is a time to celebrate you and your fiancé and this very special season in […]

The engagement session is such a great way to celebrate you becoming husband & wife, and to get all of your family and friends excited for your wedding day! The photos from your session make beautiful gifts as well as being used for your save-the-dates. Here are some helpful tips to get you better prepared […]