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Spring at Saphire Estate is such a beautiful time! Lilah & Kyle incorporated a spring feel with lots of soft pastel colors in their wedding day color palette. These two are so cute together – they laugh often and are goofy and fun and they both wear their emotions on their sleeves. They were most […]
May 10, 2018
This topic is definitely one that you’ll find people have a wide array of opinions on. Some people do beautiful work, capture the day beautifully, and don’t ever use a second photographer. Although I think you’ll find most of them still use an assistant throughout the day. But in my experience the additional perspective and […]
April 9, 2018
A first look is simply a coordinated reveal where you see each other for the first time on your wedding day before the ceremony. It’s a private between the two of you, except that your photographers will be there to capture the sweet emotional moments surrounding the reveal. But a first look may not […]
March 5, 2018
An engagement ring is special not because it sparkles (although that is nice!), but because it’s a symbol of the love that two soulmates share. So of course I’ll want to photograph it at your engagement shoot and on your wedding day along with your wedding bands. And of course you’ll want to care for […]
February 20, 2018
Pick A Place With Meaning Whether it’s going back to the site of your first date, or a place you love to visit together, choosing a spot that is sentimental to you will make you even more comfortable and make the photos even more special. Sarah and Brian got engaged at a vineyard and one […]
January 30, 2018
We drove out to their home, the one they’ve lived in for 55 years. The one they’ve raised four children in and hosted countless Christmas and Thanksgiving parties in. The home where my Grandpa has a woodshop in the basement and their fridge tells their life’s story in magnets from all of the places they’ve […]
January 17, 2018
There are few things to keep in mind when you’re choosing the spot to get ready that will ensure you, your family, and your bridesmaids are comfortable and can feel secure knowing the photos will be amazing. From your final make up touchups, to putting on your dress, to toasting with your bridal party, to […]
August 17, 2017
“Everyone needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in where nature may heal and cheer and give strength to body and soul alike” – John Muir, 1869 I love this quote by John Muir. It encapsulates my feelings about our national parks and specifically resonates when I look back on […]
July 12, 2017
What exactly is an unplugged ceremony anyway? Well, it means that you want your family and friends to keep their phones and cameras packed away throughout the ceremony. Instead, you want them to be fully present and to share, without distraction, in your joy and love as you say “I do”. It means you want to […]
April 27, 2017
