The Pointe at Lake Hickory This brand new venue 15 minutes from Hickory, North Carolina offers some of the most picturesque backdrops a couple could hope for. This goes without saying, there are many other perks to this estate turned venue. We were so happy to be invited to join the Pointe at Lake Hickory […]

Bridal Portraits Most brides nowadays have heard the term “bridal portrait.” If you’re not sure what this type of session entails, or the benefits, we’re happy to help! Bridal portraits are important for two different reasons: 1) it gives the bride a trial run of their final look 2) they are able to display a […]

Wedding at the Pavilion at Silver Fork This wedding was one of my personal favorites of 2019. I had never had the pleasure of photographing at the Pavilion at Silver Fork, and I am so grateful Tara Marie Photography asked me to accompany her in covering the day. While we fought against the rain, and […]

Parent Albums Typically the parents of the couple getting married are invested in the wedding. Not only by time, but financially too (and sometimes it’s a great deal financially). Couples often struggle with knowing how to show their gratitude to their parents once the wedding is over. We think parent albums make the perfect gift. […]

Hiring a Second Photographer The debate about hiring a second photographer offers great points on both ends of the spectrum. Some photographers believe a second photographer is non-negotiable, while others perform solo exclusively. We are a husband and wife team, so every wedding we photograph always has 2 photographers. We are most comfortable shooting weddings […]

Prioritizing Date Night While Wedding Planning It’s easy to get wrapped up in wedding planning. There are so many decisions that have to be made, timelines that have to be met, etc. Many couples feel pressure for the day to be perfect. Once becoming engaged, couples tend to stop dating their spouse-to-be. This is understandable […]

What to do with Your Wedding Photos Don’t be the person who receives their wedding images, and then lets them sit on a hard drive for all of eternity. If you’ve been with us for long, you know we are advocates for printing your photos. So to help stir up some ideas, we put together […]

Including Children in Your Wedding Whether you’re blending children from previous marriages or relationships, you’re a widow/widower, or it’s your first marriage, getting married with children in tow is common these days. Before deciding to include your children in your wedding, speak to them. Be sure to ask them how comfortable they are about the […]

Fall Wedding Trends for 2019/2020 Fall has quickly replaced the summer as the peak season for weddings. More and more couples are opting for this cozy colorful season. Thanks to couples who think outside the box, trust their event designer/planner, and are a bit daring, wedding trends are made. Trends are constantly changing, and while […]

Etsy Shops for Brides If you haven’t considered Etsy for some of your wedding needs, think again! Etsy offers some of the most unique and high-quality handmade goods around. I used Etsy for a couple of my wedding items, but even I didn’t realize just how many things I could have purchased! I’ve put together […]