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Use unique place settings for your wedding. Love these plates and chargers from Archive Vintage Rentals. They brought a wonderful inviting style to the table and place setting.

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Signature cocktails are a great way to personalize your wedding! You can color match them or just pick your favorite cocktails. Display a cute sign, straws, glassware etc. to top it off. Have fun with it!

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Brides remember that your bouquet, while beautiful can be heavy. Try practicing carrying a 10 pound weight around as your bouquet to build up tolerance for your big day. It may not seem like a big deal, but after a few hours of carrying the bouquet it can get tiring.

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Colored glassware can add a fun and elegant look to your wedding style. Check out Casa de Perrin for some amazing table top decorations!

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Adding a chalkboard to any engagement or portrait session is a cute idea. Love this one that says "I said yes!" Adorable way to express yourself!

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Ladies (and gents too) have fun with your shoes. Nothing like a sexy or fun pair of shoes to photograph! I love shoe shots, both male and female.

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not sure what to wear for your portrait or engagement session, bring multiple options. Your photographer can help you select the best outfit for your session!

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Grooms don't forget it is your wedding day too! Have a little fun with your attire, cuff links, bow-ties, socks and shoes! Don't forget the groom details can be just as fun and photographable as the brides! 

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Happy Mother's Day weekend! Mom's do you always find yourself or another family member missing from your home photos because someone is always behind the camera taking a snap shot? Schedule a portrait session to capture the whole family and cherish the memories forever!

We are offering a Mother's Day special this weekend. Book a portrait session and 1-11X14 for $175 before Monday. Session can be used at anytime. :-)

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Brides, try and schedule your engagement photo session the same day as your hair and make-up trial. Why not take advantage and have an amazing look for your photos. Bonus, you can ensure that you love your hair and make-up in person and on camera!

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Pamper yourself a little bit for your session, go ahead and splurge. After all, make-up, hair and nails play a huge part in the style and look of your session.

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Remember, there doesn't have to be a special occasion for you to have your portraits taken, but if you need one there are plenty of reasons why, so don't wait any longer. Portraits make great gifts and capture a special time in your life no matter when it is, even if there is no occasion! ;-)

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Carnivals and fairs are a fun and colorful location to have your family portraits, engagement session or even a couple session! This time of year they are popping up everywhere for spring and summer. We love carnivals, if anyone is interested in a session at a carnival, let us know. Mention this post and receive a free 11X14!

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Be true to you and your personalities. Whether it is an engagement session, wedding or portrait, make sure if reflects your personalities. Props or no props, even the location should reflect you. The session will have so much more meaning.

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Taking your wedding formals prior to the ceremony not only relieves a lot of stress on your wedding day timeline, but also allows more time for some amazing photos and of course your cocktail hour, lol. And, what better way to capture both your expressions and emotions than during a "first look", where you have more time to take eachother in, gasp, cry and just hold and love eachother.

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The best time to schedule your ceremony is 2-3 hours before sunset. This will give you enough time for your ceremony and the best lighting for your bridal party and couple portraits. The sweet spot is just before sunset, but be careful not to go past sunset, as it will then be dark.

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Always have fun during your session, it will show in your images. No matter what else is going on, children screaming, wedding day jitters, nerves, just let it all go and make the most of it. You will be amazed at what a difference it makes in your images. Don't worry we will help you along, but remember to work with what you have and enjoy!

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Hair and make-up play an important roll in any photography session from weddings, engagements to family portraits! The right hair and make-up can help define your look, not matter if it is natural or dramatic and edgy. Here are a few of our favorites:

Make Up Therapy
Kutting Room
Fiore Beauty
Susie Chhuor Professional Hair & Makeup

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When photographing children, just remember they run the show, no matter how old. A child is too young to understand they need to suck it up and if they are unhappy it shows in the photos. So parents, if your child isn't cooperating just go with the flow and do whatever it takes to make them happy. You will be happy in the end and never know what amazing photos you will get!

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Getting your hair and make-up done professionally will not only enhance your look in your images, but will also make you feel even more beautiful and confident for your session.