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How to Edit Wedding Photos for a Soft, Romantic FeelA soft, romantic wedding gallery should feel gentle without becoming washed out, sentimental without looking artificial, and polished without losing the…
Why We Believe in Unplugged Ceremonies for Better PhotosYour wedding ceremony holds some of the most meaningful moments of the day: the first time you see each other, the promises you make, the hands you hold, and…
The Best Lenses for Wedding Photography: Our PicksWedding photography asks a great deal from a lens. A ceremony may move from a dim church to bright outdoor portraits, while a reception can shift from quiet to…
How to use props without distracting from the momentWedding props can add personality, symbolism, and visual rhythm to a gallery. A handwritten vow, a family heirloom, a colorful bouquet, or a pair of well-worn…
What to Pack for a Destination Wedding PhotoshootA destination wedding asks more of a photographer than a local celebration. There may be flights, changing weather, unfamiliar venues, tight timelines, and…
Our Go-To Poses That Feel Natural, Not StiffThe best wedding portraits rarely begin with a complicated pose. They begin with a couple who feels comfortable enough to forget the camera is there. A hand…
How to Capture the Emotion of a Wedding RecessionalA wedding recessional is one of the few moments when an entire celebration seems to move in the same direction. The couple has just been married, guests are…
The value of a pre-wedding consultation with your photographerA wedding day moves quickly. There are family greetings, outfit changes, transportation, ceremony traditions, spontaneous laughter, and quiet moments that may…
How We Photograph Multicultural Wedding TraditionsEvery wedding carries a visual language of its own. The clothing, ceremonies, music, family roles, food, blessings, and gestures may come from several…
Tips for a Stress-Free Engagement Session in a City ParkAn engagement session in a city park can feel relaxed, personal, and full of visual variety. A single location may offer tree-lined paths, open lawns, historic…