This engagement session with Brady and Mikaela, where we went from downtown Cedar Falls to the golden prairie grass, was EVERYTHING. Get this – these two met at the hospital where they both work as nurses, and the cutest part? One of their patients literally played matchmaker by telling Mikaela she needed to ask Brady […]

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bride and groom in downtown Madison outside the capitol building

Your bridal party is made up of your closest friends and family members, who have been there for you throughout your engagement and are by your side on your wedding day. Naturally, capturing the moments shared with your bridal party in photographs is just as important as the rest of your wedding photos. Here are the 5 must-have photos with your bridal party that every couple should consider.

5 Must Have Photos with Your Bridal Party

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The dudes, Your groomsmen are your support system on your wedding day. They’re there to help you with everything from tying your tie to calming your nerves. Naturally, capturing the moments shared with your groomsmen in photographs is just as important as the rest of your wedding photos. Here are the 5 must-have photos with your groomsmen that every groom should consider.

5 Must Have Photos with Your Groomsmen

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Your bridesmaids, your ladies, the gang. Your bridesmaids are an essential part of your wedding day, providing support, love, and laughter (making sure you eat and drink enough) as you head into married life. Naturally, capturing the moments shared with your bridesmaids in photographs is just as important as the rest of your wedding photos. Here are the 5 must-have photos with your bridesmaids that every bride should consider.

5 Must Have Photos with Your Bridesmaids

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You were sent your online wedding gallery. You’re insanely excited, but now what? What the heck do you do with all the images? While technology is amazing, it’s not foolproof. Making sure to have your images backed up, saved and printed is extremely important. Especially because photographer’s don’t give out lifetime access to your photos. Make sure to look in your contract to see how long you have access to your images and get them saved.

How to Safely Store Your Wedding Photos: From Digital to Physical

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Hello 2023!! Here are some of the top wedding trends we can expect to see this year!

2023 Wedding Trends

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YOU JUST GOT ENGAGED!
CONGRATULATIONS!!
But…Now what?
Here are 7 tips after you get engaged to help dive right into the planning you actually enjoy.

7 Tips for After You’re Engaged

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