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Hire a photographer that is able to help you problem solve & that can continually remind you to stay in the present. That was one of the most helpful things we had throughout our day, & we highly recommend it. Getting along with your photographer, & being able to get to know them & share some laughs beforehand can make the day so much less stressful.

Being in the wedding industry for the past 6 years has taught me many things. One of them being that not all coordinators are created equal. There is a HUGE disparity in what wedding coordinators do & what they consider their role to be. I’ve worked with many coordinators … some who are an absolute godsend & others who I honestly couldn’t tell what they were “coordinating”.

No matter how organized you are, wedding planning can feel overwhelming as you start to realize how many decisions you have to make. Often times, choosing your getting ready location ends up being last on your list & the deciding factor often ends up being proximity to your venue &/or cost. But today I want to help take some stress off of you by giving you 3 things to look for when choosing your getting ready location.

We all know the feeling. It’s been forever since you’ve had professional photos taken. You’re WAY overdue when you realize that you don’t even recognize the people in the most recent photos you have. FINALLY convince your husband that it’ll be worth the investment & that “it’ll be fun” (‘cause let’s be real … NO husband EVER looks forward to photo shoot day, am I right?!)

Since you know it will probably be awhile until your next photo session, you feel extra pressure for everyone to look their best. That’s where I come in. Today I’m giving you my top 3 posing tips to help you achieve the most flattering photos that you’ll all love for years to come.

What is it about baby yawns that are literally the cutest?!

I always tell my couples that I’m not only their photographer, but I’m also a resource for them, so “don’t hesitate to ask for referrals & recommendations”. When I first met with Rebecca & Aaron, they were in the very beginning stages of wedding planning.

Your engagement photos should be fun & meaningful. I want your session to feel like a fun date where I just happen to be tagging along.

I feel like it’s been a little while since I’ve talked about my shooting style. This is something that is always discussed at my client consultations, so I figured I’d give you the inside scoop. I take a very conversational approach when posing my couples. There are many reasons for this but a few of the top ones are:

Both transplants to the Bay Area – Mike from North Carolina and Gabby from Bucharest, Romania – we grew up in the same small community of Alameda, California. We spent much of middle school and high school simply being aware of one another. Gabby knew Mike as the short kid in the front row of our 8th grade Close-Up photo, and Mike knew Gabby as one of the Romanian twins. It wasn’t until senior year of high school that our paths finally crossed. With unwarranted help from our faithful matchmaker “Shley”, we began what we thought would be a senior year fling.

How to Coordinate Fall Family Photo Outfits: Tips and Tricks Fall is the perfect time to capture beautiful family photos, but choosing the right outfits can be a challenge. With these tips, you can assemble the perfect fall family photo outfits to create a coordinated and stylish look for your family that will make your […]