Important Questions to Ask Your Wedding Photographer
Choosing the right vendors for your wedding can be an overwhelming task. This is especially true when choosing a photographer. The images that your photographer captures are going to be the official visual documentation of your wedding. Those photos are the one thing that you’ll look back on over the years to remember your wedding, so you want to be sure that they capture the true essence and feel of the day! Today, I’m covering a few important questions to ask your wedding photographer. Take a look: Do you have...
8 Ways to De-Stress While Wedding Planning
There are a million things to do: You need to call the caterer, update your timeline with the photographer, make sure all the girls got their dresses fitted; All the while, your future MIL is nagging about the rehearsal dinner and your boss totally caught you on Pinterest instead of working on the project you were supposed to have finished yesterday. While all of these things need to get done, they can't be done well if you’re rushing through each task like a madwoman. Today I’m going to...
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Out On Engagement Photos
Today we're talking about engagement photos! Aside from simply being a fun experience, there are actually some really great benefits that come from scheduling an engagement session! Let's take a look at a few! A chance to get to know your photographer Of all your wedding vendors, the photographer is the one you will spend pretty much your entire day with. That being said, you want to make sure that the photographer you hire is someone you enjoy working with and someone you trust. An engagement session is the perfect...
Print What You Love
If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram you have probably already seen this post of my living room wall. If not, here's a refresher: "What's this? This is a picture of one of my living room walls...
5 Tips for the Perfect Wedding Day Makeup
Hey there! I have been dying to share this post with you all! This time we’ve interviewed Jen from Foxy Faces by Jen to get the scoop on the best tips for you to achieve your perfect wedding day makeup! Without further ado, here’s Jen! Hi my name is Jen I am the Makeup Artist and Glam Team coordinator for www.FoxyFacesByJen.com. I love makeup and how it enhances our natural beauty and gives us that great confidence that every woman should have. I work with a team of experienced and...
Canvas Wrapped Prints : Simple, Elegant, Practical
One of the most popular choices for image display are canvas wrapped prints. They're versatile, beautiful, easy to use and take your decor to the next level. Today I'm going to share a little bit about why canvases can be a great addition to your home decor. One of the reasons I love canvas wraps is because they are so versatile. Your image is printed on canvas paper and wrapped around a solid wooden frame, so the only thing displayed is your image. This makes it easy for you...
Did You Know Your Camera Can Do This?
I keep seeing commercials about the latest and greatest point and shoot camera or the on going competition between cell phone companies about who has the best built in camera. These commercials crack me up because they're advertising "MORE MEGAPIXELS THAN EVER!" and promising better low light performance. It's not that I don't think these cameras are any good, granted I wouldn't shoot a wedding with one, but what many don't realize is that taking good photos doesn't require you to have the most megapixels or the most...
Easy Tips for Taking Better Snapshots
In between professional photography occasions, families have a lot of opportunities to take photos. This is especially true right now with the Holiday season fast approaching. But not everyone has the time or resources to learn all the techniques or purchase the best equipment. So how can you make your photos better with limited time and at no cost? There are a few things everyone can keep in mind, regardless of what kind of camera you have. Here's 5 of my favorite easy tips for taking better snapshots: 1....
Wedding Day Budget Planning | 5 Simple Steps to Success
As a one time bride and also as a small business owner, I completely understand the stress of budget planning. Knowing what you need, but feeling overwhelmed & not knowing where to start can be maddening. In order to be successful, you must have a clear plan BEFORE you start spending. I've assembled five steps to help you get started with YOUR wedding day budget planning. Take a look. :) 1.Estimate The first thing required for successful wedding day budget planning is figuring out how much you can realistically afford....
Wedding Day Timeline: Vital to a Successful Day
No matter how big or small your wedding day is, it will require some strategic planning in order to run smoothly. Even the most well planned weddings have their mishaps and delays. This is why it's vital to have a solid timeline in place so that all your wedding vendors can work together to keep the day on track so you won't have to worry about it. I work closely with my brides to make sure they have a solid schedule for the day and they communicate important...