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A wedding planning inspo library for all couples — whether your wedding is next week, or you’re still “casually” sending your partner pictures of engagement rings.

I DON’T HAVE ANY PLANS TO ADD “WEDDING PLANNER” TO MY RESUME, 

...but after shooting hundreds of weddings, I’ve learned manyyyy things about pulling off the wedding you’ve always imagined. 

And because — whether you’re my client or not — I can’t stand the thought of any couple NOT experiencing a picture-perfect day, I’m sharing all of my resources about wedding planning and my insider know-how right here on the blog to get you started. 

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Elegant bridal portrait with a flowing wedding gown and a sheer veil, captured by Danielle Defayette Photography, highlighting fine art wedding photography and bridal portraits.

Weddings

6 Incredibly Important Photography Questions To Ask The Wedding Venue

When it comes to wedding photography, there are definitely things you should consider as you’re choosing your venue and I’m here to help provide you with the questions to ask the wedding venue before you sign the dotted line!  It doesn’t matter if you’re dreaming up a soirée big or small, the venue you choose […]

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Beautiful mountain wedding proposal with a man kneeling offering a ring in front of a large wooden cross at an outdoor scenic overlook. Romantic moment with stunning mountain views in the background.

Wedding Venues

How To Plan An Absolutely Incredible Pretty Place Chapel Proposal

So, you’re looking for an absolutely breathtaking location to set the scene for a once in a lifetime moment to pop a monumental question to your soulmate? No problem! You need to plan on a Pretty Place Chapel proposal!  The Pretty Place Chapel is this incredible open air chapel that overlooks a panoramic view of […]

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Vibrant floral centerpiece on a wedding reception table with elegant place settings and candlelight ambiance.

Wedding Venues

Why You’ll Absolutely Fall In Love With A Nicewonder Farm Wedding

Nicewonder Farm Wedding | Abingdon, Virginia Let me set the scene: You’re sitting beside your *absolute favorite* person with the setting sun and plethora of candles casting an enchanting glow all around you. An abundance of breathtaking floral arrangements are adorning tables while the sound of laughter comes from all of your closest family & […]

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Danielle Defayette Photography Dover Hall Wedding VA 0020

Wedding Venues

Why You Should Definitely be Dreaming of a Dover Hall Wedding

Why You Should Definitely be Dreaming of a Dover Hall Wedding If you’re anything like me when I was newly-engaged, I’ll be willing to bet you already have a long list of wedding venues to tour. But I’ll also be willing to bet Dover Hall isn’t on your list. Well, I’m here to ask you, […]

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Virginia-based, destination-friendly photographer who believes you            have to be a model to get gorgeous wedding photos.

That “I’m excited about my wedding, but terrified I’m going to hate how I look in the photos” feeling? I totally get it. 

But aside from always being able to get the perfect shot despite being in a dark hallway with no natural lighting and capturing the first kiss at the right moment, I’m also an expert at making you feel like a natural in front of the camera so that you love each and every photo. 

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