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Check out our feature in Forbes for advice for your big day!

It's easy to get caught up in all the wedding planning in the months leading up to the big day. From vendors to favors to dress fittings its easy to lose sight of what the day is really about. Tips, tricks, and hacks help save you time, money and stress. In Forbes' article "33 Wedding Hacks That Save Money And Add Charm To Your Big Day" the best wedding hacks have been collected for you so you can have stress free wedding planning. You can check out the advice we gave  to brides's about booking your photographer here! 

We have been featured in H&H Weddings!

Ivn and Bernard's wedding from June of 2014 was featured in H&H Weddings! As a Maryland based wedding photographer with experience with many local venues we were pleased to hear that Ivn and Bernard had chosen the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club, one of our favorite waterfront locations for their midsummer wedding. Vintage suitcases, cream lanterns and stunning waterfront views created a perfectly refined, rustic, yet chic wedding. Featuring extravagant flower arrangements by Intrigue Designs, tones of pinks contrasting against blues and creams. To satisfy the sweet tooth the grooms chose a beautiful cake provided by Bakery Express featuring a unique and adorable cake topper by Mincie Shop.  With a beautiful waterfront view of the Chesapeake Bay and an amazing couple we are so happy that Ivn and Bernard's wedding was featured in H&H Weddings!

Check out the original post at H&H Weddings here!

                                                                                                                                                                 

Natalie and Trey's St.Michael's Wedding

A beautiful sunset over the Chesapeake Bay in St.Michael’s, Maryland made for a stunning waterfront wedding. As a Maryland wedding photographer we have shot countless weddings on the Eastern Shore and this one at Kirkland Manor was one of our favorites. From the coral and beige tones accented with gold table settings, to the pastel summer flower arrangements designed by Blush Floral Design , every element for a perfect wedding was executed with style and grace. Natalie stunned her guest’s in her gorgeous gown as her father escorted her across the lawn and  down the aisle to Trey. The reception was held under a classic Sperry tent a tent on the waters edge at Kirkland Manor and guest’s were seated at candlelit rustic farm tables.  The warm summer sun provided dramatic lighting on the dance floor as Natalie and Trey shared their first dance. As the night went on guests were entertained by the best of tunes provided by Imagine (EBE Entertainment). From the delicious dinner and cake provided by Linwoods to the romantic atmosphere everything about this wedding was picture perfect!

Bridgitte and Mark's Annapolis Wedding

The newlywed season is here!  Bridgitte and Mark’s wedding was the perfect way to start the season off with a bang! With Maryland’s beautiful seasons, grand cities and impeccable waterfront venues it's no wonder so many couples find Maryland to be the perfect location for such a special day. As a Maryland based photographer with years of experience working with the surrounding venues I was thrilled that Bridgitte and Mark chose us to share their big day with. Bridgitte and Mark chose the city of Downtown Annapolis to share their wedding day with family and friends. Historic Inns of Annapolis’s governor Calvert House strung bistro lights from aisle to aisle providing a romantic and elegant scene as Bridgitte made her way to Mark. From the bright turquoise table numbers and place cards to the beautiful pastel flower arrangements consisting of an array of white flowers and purple succulents designed by WJM Floral, this wedding was one for the books! The reception was entertained by a great selection of wedding and dance tunes by Chris Campbell from C & J Entertainment Agency and to satisfy everyone's sweet tooth before the night's end the Bride and Groom chose a local baker, Honey Hive Bakery Home of Cakes by Rachael who provided a stunning and delicious three tiered wedding cake accented with snowflakes for the perfect christmas feel.

We were featured in the 2016 International Wedding Trends Report

It wasn't that long ago that I was a bored accountant in a job that wasn't exciting to me, and ultimately just wasn't the right fit for me. When I shot my first wedding eight years ago, I stumbled onto something I honestly never thought I would enjoy, I was just doing a favor for a friend. I always thought wedding photography was cheesy and boring based on my own experience at my wedding. That wedding however, was the start of my transition to a job that I love, and within 1 year, I made a change in careers that lead me, 250 weddings later,  to where I am today. I was a total novice and constantly questioned my decision to change career paths, but I pushed through the tough times, learned everything I could about the industry (I'm still learning every day) and somehow made it to a point where I am being asked for advice on weddings by industry publications. That is one of the reasons it is so thrilling for me when the definitive annual industry resource, The 2016 International Wedding Trends Report included my input for this years report. It's a great ready for brides and industry professionals alike. Check it out here!

We were featured in the BridalGuide.com

It's always exciting when one of your industry's leading publications features your advice on weddings, so were psyched to see some of our tips featured! If you're looking for ways to save money on your wedding without effecting the wedding day experience, check out these tips in the Bridal Guide!

 

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