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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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Portraits

Stunning Fall Family Photos From A Longtime Greensboro Family Photographer

All Of The Fall Family Outfit Inspiration You Need From A Greensboro Family Photographer  So, you’ve been scouring the internet for the best fall family photo inspiration? Well, look no further! This sweet session is bound to make it on to your Pinterest board. As a long time Greensboro Family Photographer, I am definitely in […]

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Wedding Venues

Unveiled: The Most Breathtaking Washington DC Same Sex Wedding at Larz Anderson House

*Now on Wedding Sparrow* See the full feature here! Let’s Talk About Your Washington DC Same Sex Wedding, Shall We? I think one of the most heartbreaking questions I ever get is from my same sex couples. It doesn’t happen every inquiry, but a good majority of my gay couples send the question, “Do you […]

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Weddings

7 Things You Definitely Need To Know When Hiring A Film Wedding Photographer

Why should someone choose a film wedding photographer for their big day? Let me give you the inside scoop! So, you find yourself wondering looking through website after website of these extremely talented wedding photographers but aren’t quite sure what the pros and cons of a “Film Wedding Photographer” are. (I mean, isn’t this the […]

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Weddings

Everything Your Need To Know Before Planning Your Washington DC Wedding

What You Need To Know Before Planning Your Washington DC Wedding Let’s set the scene: The romantic proposal of your dreams has finally happened. You’ve gotten a little bling on your ring finger and you’re ready to dive into everything wedding planning has to offer. You’ve helped plan so-and-so’s wedding and attended plenty in the […]

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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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