09/03/2026
*** 3 Things I Wish Every Bride Knew ***
1. Your wedding date matters more than you think.
If you’re getting married during a season when the sun sets early, your ceremony time can make a huge difference. If you’re not doing a first look and your ceremony starts late, much of your portrait time may happen after dark.
If you have a strong preference about seeing your groom for the first time at the altar, consider the season and sunset time when choosing your date. 🤍
2. Don’t spend your whole wedding day chasing the “perfect” picture.
The most beautiful galleries aren’t the ones where every moment was perfectly posed or produced. They’re the ones that feel like you.
True joy photographs more beautifully than a forced pose ever could. Let yourself laugh, cry, dance, hug, and be completely present. Those are the images you’ll feel years from now.
3. Let go of the reins and live your wedding day.
You hired professionals because you shouldn’t have to carry every little stress yourself. Let your vendors handle the curveballs while you stay present with your husband, your family, and your people.
I’ve photographed through power outages, lipstick on the front of a wedding dress, and even a hurricane delaying outdoor portraits. Somehow, we always figure it out. 😉
Your job is not to manage the day.
Your job is to live it. 🥹🤎
