You said Yes! Celebrate This Moment: Engagement Bliss

Before diving headfirst into planning, take a beat to really enjoy being engaged. This is a once-in-a-lifetime feeling!

• Tell Your Story: Share the news with family and friends however feels right to you phone calls, a small celebration, or even a casual backyard toast.

• Book an Engagement Session: This is the perfect chance to capture your newly-engaged joy in a relaxed setting. Bonus: It helps you get comfortable in front of the camera and gives you gorgeous photos for your save-the-dates, wedding website, or social media.

• Make It Yours: Choose a location or style that reflects your relationship. Whether it’s a cozy café, the park where you got engaged, or a golden hour beach stroll, your engagement session should feel you.

Start Dreaming: Planning with Intention

Once you’ve popped the champagne and called your people, it’s time to start the planning journey. But don’t worry—we’re still keeping things grounded and joyful here.

• Create a Vision Board: Think mood, vibe, colors, locations not just Pinterest perfect trends. This helps guide your choices for everything from venue to photography.

• Set a Budget & Prioritize: Decide what’s most important to you both. If photography is high on the list (and we hope it is!), start researching early to secure someone whose style you love.

• Book Your Photographer Early: Great photographers book fast, especially during peak seasons. We’re not just there for the wedding day; we help tell your whole love story.

The Bridal Shower, Rehearsals & All the Little Moments

Your wedding journey isn’t just one day it’s made up of a collection of experiences. Consider how you want to capture each one.

• Bridal Shower & Rehearsals: These gatherings are full of genuine moments hugs, laughs, happy tears. Having a photographer there keeps you present while still preserving it all.

• Getting Ready Moments: These behind the scenes hours on wedding day are gold. From robe clad giggles to handwritten notes, trust us, these moments matter.

• Personal Touches: If you’re planning a DIY day with custom signage, handmade invites, or heirloom accessories, your photographer can help document these details beautifully.

Capturing Your Love Story: Why Photography Matters at Every Step

You already know the wedding day is important but here’s a little secret: every step of your journey deserves to be remembered. Your story is more than just a ceremony it’s all the anticipation, the joy, the nerves, the champagne spills, and the quiet moments between chaos.

Here’s why we believe in photography beyond just the big day:

• Engagement Sessions build trust, comfort, and connection before the wedding.

• Bridal Showers and Rehearsal Dinners often feature your closest loved ones in a relaxed, unfiltered way.

• Behind-the-scenes details (from dress fittings to final venue walk-throughs) complete your wedding album in the most meaningful way.

Fabulous Finds and Inspiration Sources

Ready to dive in? These resources can help you keep the fun going and the stress low:

• Planning Tools: Try Zola or The Knot to stay organized and manage your guest list.

• Inspo Boards: Browse Instagram hashtags like #engagementphotos or #bridalshowerideas for creative ideas.

• Outfit Planning: Sites like Lulus, Revolve, or BHLDN have gorgeous engagement and bridal shower outfits perfect for photos.

• Vendor Recommendations: Ask your photographer (hey, that’s us!) for trusted referrals. We’ve worked with florists, planners, and venues we know you’ll love.

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