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You want photos that capture you two in your natural element (i.e. exploring and tons of laughter)!!! When you book me, you get that plus alllll the resources you need along the way!

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Your photographer wedding album options should hands down be the best out there!! But first, I’ll start by sharing why wedding albums are a must!!!! Wedding albums are the besttttt Truly, there is nothing like having the whole wedding day in your hands!!! A well-designed wedding album will perfectly tell the story of your wedding […]

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Photographer Wedding Album

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Wondering whether you should go with the wedding reception sweetheart table or wedding party head table? Here is just about every combination of wedding seating set up possible and their pros and cons! 1. Wedding Reception Sweetheart table If you’re wondering what a sweetheart table is, it’s a smaller dinner table just for you and […]

Wedding Reception Sweetheart Table

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Looking for hidden Mickey wedding ideas?!! If you’re anything like me, you loveeee Disney but don’t necessarily want it to be the theme of your wedding day! If that sounds like you, then here are tons of ideas for how to have hidden mickeys or shout outs to Disney that only you and your most […]

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Hidden Mickey Wedding Ideas

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If you’re wondering how to elope in Yosemite, here are the top 3 things to think about before you start planning!! These tips can be applied to pretty much any elopement location so make sure to research for your specific dream destination too!! 1. Yosemite Seasonal Access This sounds obvious, but you may be surprised […]

How to Elope in Yosemite

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Bridesmaid getting ready photos are so so special! These are some of the most fun and candid photos from the entire day! Here are 3 tips to get the best photos of you and your bridal party possible. Natural light This is possibly theeee most important element. Natural light is so flattering in photos. It’ll […]

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Bridesmaid getting ready photos

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If you think an unplugged wedding sign at the end of your aisle is all you need to ensure your guests put their phones away, think again!!! I’ve shot (and attended) tons of weddings, and trust me when I say this, you need to let guests know it’s an unplugged ceremony in more than one […]

Top 4 Unplugged Wedding Tips

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One of the most common questions I get is: do I need a second shooter at my wedding? I’d say…it depends on a lot of factors. Personally, I love second shooters for weddings with about 50 people or more. I’m going outline the top 3 benefits below. At the end of the day though, it’s […]

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Do I need a second shooter at my wedding?

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You’re looking for a Kauai elopement photographer and ALSO starting to plan your most perfect vacation while you’re there!!! Well not only am I a wedding and elopement photographer but I’ve also spent tons of time in Hawaii because I have family there!  Also, we spent our own honeymoon on this beautiful island and I […]

Kauai Elopement Photographer

Adventure Couples Session

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You heard back from your dream wedding photographer and they (hopefully!) set up a time for you to chat…and now you’re wondering what the heck you should even be paying attention to on the initial call to see if they’re a good fit?! 3 most crucial things to pay attention to! 1. Are they asking […]

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What to ask your wedding photographer

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Are you planning a SLO wedding and looking for things for you and your guests to do while you’re there? This blog is perfect for you to reference and share with friends!!! I’m a wedding photographer in California and went to school in San Luis Obispo! I travel back often for weddings, elopements, and just […]

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