One of the most beautiful and dreamy events to attend in the wedding scene is a forest wedding. The natural elements of the woods and rivers combined with fairy lights, disco balls, and personal touches really feel like something out of a dream. Grace and Mark’s Mendocino wedding was nothing short of beautiful and therefore is the perfect event to showcase when it comes to a woodland disco wedding.

How to Plan a Woodland Disco Wedding

Bride and groom embrace on their wedding day in Mendocino

How to Plan a Woodland Disco Wedding

One of the first questions asked by my potential clients is, “how many hours of wedding photography do we need?” Most clients don’t know how much coverage they will actually need for their big day and often assume they need more than they really do. I’m all about helping my clients stick to their budget so I try to help them determine which of my packages will best suit their needs.

How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Coverage do You Need?

Bride and groom hold hands on their wedding day in the Bay Area

How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Coverage do You Need?

Hiring a wedding photographer is one of the biggest steps in planning for your special day. Not only do you want to make sure you like the style of their photography and can afford their services, but you also want to choose someone you get along with. Once you decide on a professional, you’ll need to know what to tell your wedding photographer to make the day better for both you and for them.

Wedding Photographer Checklist – 6 Tips for Your Wedding Day

Bride and groom hold hands on their wedding day in Napa

Wedding Photographer Checklist – 6 Tips for Your Wedding Day

Are you and your partner planning a wedding but are working with a tight budget and not necessarily drawn to a large, traditional wedding? If so, this blog is for you! A wedding style that is rising in popularity is a backyard wedding. Whether it’s in your parents’ simple backyard or a relative’s fancy estate, there are many wonderful ways you can throw a beautiful event with the comfort of home.

Planning a Backyard Wedding: The Pros & Cons

Bride and groom recite vows on their wedding day in Oakland.

Planning a Backyard Wedding: The Pros & Cons

Are you in the season of planning your wedding and want to make sure you get stunning wedding photos on your big day? If so, this blog is for you! I have 3 important wedding photography tips for couples to ensure they end up with amazing wedding photos. Read on to learn how you can start setting your wedding photos up for success now!

3 Tips for Stunning Wedding Photos

Bride and groom pose on their wedding day in Bay Area.

3 Tips for Stunning Wedding Photos

Are you the type of person who may get shy in front of a camera but still desires beautiful wedding photos from your special day? If so, let me introduce you to photojournalistic wedding photography. This style of wedding photography focuses on capturing natural moments and interactions between you, your partner, and your guests rather than posing in front of a camera to get the perfect shot.

Is Photojournalistic Wedding Photography the Right Fit for You?

Bride and groom walk away on their wedding day in Napa.

Is Photojournalistic Wedding Photography the Right Fit for You?

If you’ve been looking for a beautiful wedding location in Santa Barbara for your wedding on a budget, look no further! One of the best and most stunning, but often overlooked locations in the area is the Santa Barbara Courthouse. With its red roofs, sweeping arches, and sunken gardens, this Spanish-Colonial style public building is an iconic location in the city.

How to Plan a Santa Barbara Courthouse Wedding on a Budget

Bride and groom walking to their wedding ceremony at Santa Barbara Courthouse.

How to Plan a Santa Barbara Courthouse Wedding on a Budget

Anyone who has gotten married knows what a whirlwind of a day it can be! From the excitement of the moment to being sure to invest time in each of your guests, this well planned event can fly by in the blink of an eye. As you plan your wedding, you will most likely spend a lot of time and money on all the details that make up the ambiance of your beautiful day.

6 Wedding Details to Have Your Photographer Capture

Wedding day flatlay in Belize wedding day.

6 Wedding Details to Have Your Photographer Capture

For some wedding photographers and vendors, work can be slow during a few months out of the year. In this time, one of my favorite things to do is get together with other vendors and collaborate on new ideas for our customers. This provides an opportunity to meet new people, work with different companies, and create some inspiration for potential clients like you!

Retro Wedding in the Desert

Bride and groom pose with drink trailer in California.

Retro Wedding in the Desert

In 2022, many couples are looking for ways to save on their big day while still throwing a glamorous and beautiful event. One popular way of doing so is to jump on the DIY wedding decor trend! Now, you may be wondering, is a DIY wedding cheaper? Or, how can I do DIY without it looking tacky? In this article I will share an incredible example of clients who were able to save money and also create a stunning event for their wedding on a budget.

A Beautiful Wedding on a Budget

Bride and groom hold hangs during their desert wedding day in Joshua Tree.

A Beautiful Wedding on a Budget

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