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How many hours do I really need a wedding photographer? Figuring out how many hours you need a wedding photographer for your wedding day is an important step in deciding which package to choose from your wedding photographer. Not sure how many is right for you? Keep reading as I give you the inside knowledge […]

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January 11, 2022

How Many Hours You Really Need a Wedding Photographer

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Here’s What to Do the Week Before Your Wedding You’ve spent months, maybe even years counting down to the big day – and now you only have one week until you say your I Do’s! Before your wedding day comes, there are a few things you need to do so that nothing slips through the […]

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January 11, 2022

Here’s What to Do the Week Before Your Wedding

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Wedding Photographer Approved Tips for the Ultimate Getting Ready Experience and Photos You said “yes!” to the love of your life, and now it’s time to start wedding planning! As you’re making your list of must-haves, you are thinking about the flowers, the perfect wedding attire, the cake, the invitations, and more. However, one detail […]

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January 11, 2022

Wedding Photographer Approved Tips for the Ultimate Getting Ready Experience

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Top St. Louis Engagement Photo Session Locations for 2022 When planning your St. Louis engagement session, I highly recommend picking out two locations for your engagement photos. Couples should choose one location that is meaningful to them – like a first date location, where you just met, or where you spend a lot of time […]

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January 11, 2022

Top 5 St. Louis Engagement Photo Location Ideas for 2021 | St. Louis Wedding Photographer

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! This year, we have to celebrate while social distancing from others, which means the normal dinner and a movie might not do. Here are nine Valentine’s Day dea idea to do while social distancing: 1. Hire a private chefDid you know a private chef will come into your […]

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January 11, 2022

Valentine’s Day Ideas During Quarantine

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Gorgeous St. Louis Wedding Venues for Couples on a Budget St. Louis is full of beautiful wedding venues. You want to have an amazing wedding, but you and bae are ballin’ on a budget. That’s okay! I’ve done the research for you and have found my favorite affordable St. Louis wedding venues that are stunning! […]

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January 11, 2022

5 Affordable St. Louis Wedding Venues Under $5000 | St. Louis Wedding Planning

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So you’re an LGBTQ+ couple or ally and you’re planning your wedding in or near St. Louis. As an LGBTQ+ photographer, I know that reaching out to vendors can bring anxiety. When I was planning my own wedding, I would reach out to vendors and be wondering if they would accept me. I complied a […]

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January 11, 2022

Top St. Louis Area LGBTQ+ Inclusive Wedding Venues | St. Louis Wedding Planning

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Elopement and Wedding Dresses for Any Budget Couples choose to place an elopement or intimate wedding instead of a traditional wedding for a lot of reasons, but there are two major ones to consider: Budget and wanting to do something unique. With that, you may be looking for an affordable place to buy a dress […]

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January 11, 2022

Wedding and Elopement Dresses: Top 5 Cheap Places to Purchase Your Elopement Dress

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As COVID-19 continues to infect people across the country, many people are making the decision to still get married, but seriously downsize their list. While it’s hard to do, it’s a responsible decision. However, it can come with some awkwardness. You might be thinking to yourself, “How in the world do I uninvite 200 people […]

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January 11, 2022

How to Uninvite Someone from Your Wedding Due to COVID-19

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They popped the question (or maybe both of you did)! You’re really excited to get those engagement photos of your dreams to cerebrate this time in your lives. I mean, who wouldn’t be? And then you’re like… Wait. What do we wear? Where do we get the photos done? When should we do them? Should […]

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January 11, 2022

How to Plan for Your Engagement Session | St. Louis Engagement Photographer

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