Spoiler alert - weather in Ohio is unpredictable. Obviously that's the case in many other places. My wedding rehearsal (October 3rd) was 70 degrees and thunder storming. My wedding day weather was calling for rain until 10am and overcast and chilly throughout the rest of the day. WELL. That isn't how it happened...
Read MorePosed family photos - it's pretty much a staple in every wedding and probably the most dreaded of the wedding day photos. These photos generally involve rounding up LARGE groups of people in a very short amount of time, getting them posed, fixing the bride's train, scooting people together to close gaps, moving people back out a step or two because they're now too close, getting the lighting right, making sure no one pulls the bride's veil out when they wrap their arms around her and then making sure everyone smiles, keeps their eyes open and looks right at the camera - at the same time. It's exhausting just saying that. Generally speaking, these are the photos that mom and dad and grandma want framed and hanging on their walls, so they are a vital portion of the wedding day. Do you ever wonder how we can make these posed photos a little less painful? Well my friend, you're in the right place - just keep reading!
Read MoreToday it is officially summer - YAY! This means a whole lotta sunshine, pool lounging, bonfires, picnics and porch sitting for many people. This ALSO means that wedding season is upon us here in Ohio and wedding planning is in its prime. I'll admit that I've been swept up in tons of wedding shooting, meetings, portrait sessions and everything in between and have totally been MIA on the blog for a couple of weeks. But I thought this week we'd talk about something that I think all brides can benefit from, especially since we're in the thick of wedding season. So here are some tips to helping couples maximize your time with your wedding photographer. Keep these things in mind while planning your wedding to help you navigate your wedding day timeline with ease...
Read MoreWedding planning can be stressful, but Engagement Sessions don't have to feel like a chore! Most of my couples are actually surprised at how fun the session is. They're actually one of my favorite parts of the time I spend with my couples because we get to create something really special while getting to know each other better. If you're feeling a little stressed or lost about planning your e-sesh, here are five tips to help you feel more prepared for your time in the spotlight...
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