Romantic Vintage Wedding: D Coleman Photography
By dcarpenito at January 11, 2012 | 1:45 pm | 0 Comment
This amazing vintage wedding was sent to us by member D Coleman Photography in Missouri. Talk about romantic! And check out the brides gorgeous vintage jewelery bouquet. Lots of talent went into capturing the details, love and happiness on Clayton and Jaime's wedding day, thanks for sharing with us David & Sarah! You can check out more photos from this day
Wedding Photo Booths: Should You Have One?
By dcarpenito at December 13, 2011 | 1:50 pm | 0 Comment
Over the last few years the growing trend of wedding photo booths at weddings has started to raise many questions with professional photographers. Some photographers have even started offering these set ups as a part of their package plan. In this short article I would like to note both the positive and negative effects of having a photo booth. I shoot about 40 weddings
5 Tips to Look Best in Wedding Photos
By Brea Gunn at December 2, 2011 | 11:23 am | 1 Comments
Your wedding day is the most important day of your life (at least so far). And I know that you want to remember it fondly. I know that I still get all googly-eyed when I look at my wedding pictures. I want you to have the same warm fuzzies when you look back at yours, so I'm going to share a few tips with you that will help look best in wedding photos. Talk to Your
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A Traditional Wedding Budget – Who Pays For What?
By dcarpenito at November 29, 2011 | 12:22 pm | 1 Comments
While expectations are changing in modern weddings, the traditional wedding budget and the breakdown of who pays for what is fairly straightforward. In the United States, Europe, and most western cultures, the bride's family traditionally bears the brunt of the wedding cost. The following are the costs typically paid for by each of the primary people involved in a
5 Tips For Choosing a Wedding Theme Uniquely You
By dcarpenito at November 22, 2011 | 11:04 am | 0 Comment
You've dreamed about planning your wedding for years, but now that it's finally time the whole process seems daunting. Looking for a way to pull all the details of your wedding together? Consider a theme! Having a wedding theme in mind, however emphasized or understated you make it, is the perfect way to put your personal stamp on your special day and make sure every
Modern & Romantic Wedding – JFCI Photography
By dcarpenito at November 17, 2011 | 6:55 pm | 0 Comment
Jennifer of JFCI Photography in Minnesota captures the fun, sweetness and happiness of every moment. She shared with us some of her favorite photos and details about the recent romantic wedding of Jamie and Matt who were married at the Landmark Center in St Paul, Minnesota: October 1, 2011 was an amazing day. The sky was beautiful; a cloudless deep sapphire blue. The
Rustic Winter Wedding Ideas
By dcarpenito at November 16, 2011 | 10:07 am | 0 Comment
A rustic wedding theme creates a warm, earthy, organic, and romantic atmosphere that's perfect for any winter wedding! Whether your wedding will be in a trendy loft in the city or a charming farmhouse in the country, these fun & unique winter wedding ideas will work great for any budget. When I envision a rustic wedding, I picture a sophisticated, sort-of country style,
Christmas Theme Wedding Ideas
By dcarpenito at November 15, 2011 | 10:20 am | 0 Comment
Christmas theme wedding ideas...think of walking down the aisle dressed in a truly festive attire and enjoying a wedding reception that is filled with all of the comfort foods associated with the season. Think cinnamon and spice, think mistletoe and berries, and best of all, think of a horse drawn sleigh on the way to the wedding venue. The Invitation It must be
Wedding Photo Contest Winners – Kids at Weddings
By dcarpenito at November 14, 2011 | 12:43 pm | 0 Comment
Wedding Photo Contest 1st Place Winner - Lauren D. Rogers Photography Virginia Wedding Photographer Lauren D. Rogers Photography won First Place in our "Kids at Weddings" Wedding Photo Contest! This adorable photo of the flower girl trying to catch up with the bride and groom as they take a moment away from the reception for photos. 2nd Place Winner - Amanda Glisson
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Wedding Photo Contest Winners – The Departure
By dcarpenito at October 19, 2011 | 8:59 am | 0 Comment
1st Place Wedding Photo Contest Winner - Ronnie Lascano Photography Texas Wedding Photographer Ronnie Lascano won First Place in our "Departure" Wedding Photo Contest! Gary Fong, our guest judge chose this winning photo, "The expression and angle is very organic. It sums up a wedding quite nicely."Ronnie won Gary Fong's Color Gel pack along with the Lightsphere
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Massachusetts Wedding Photographers Back2Back Photography
By dcarpenito at October 17, 2011 | 12:36 pm | 0 Comment
Featured Massachusetts wedding photographers, Laurie & Caroline Hart of Back2Back Photography, recently captured the wedding day of Ashley and Derek. They got some amazing shots of the bride and groom at Fort Taber in New Bedford MA, out on a pier and at a disused air aide shelter, and also some cake smashing at the reception! They shared with us some details about the
Colorado Couple Wins $200 Photography Giveaway
By dcarpenito at October 14, 2011 | 12:48 pm | 0 Comment
Meet Miranda, "Randi" Trujillo and Alan Herberger, the new winners of our $200 Photography Giveaway! The couple is from Colorado and have been together since July 30th, 2010. Two weeks after their first date, Alan had to leave for college in Oklahoma. They spent a semester of long distance, countless late night phone dates, many evenings spent with each family, lots of
Ann Arbor Wedding Photography by Abby Rose Photo
By dcarpenito at October 6, 2011 | 11:45 am | 1 Comments
Abby Rose Photo captured Annie and Brian's perfectly stylish wedding in Ann Arbor Michigan. We loved their black-white-and yellow vibe with unique fortune teller programs, billy ball accents, chalkboard vases, and signature drinks. The flowers in the beautiful Botanical Gardens were such a pretty setting for photos. And that dress, gorgeous! Plus, the brides dad joined
Is There a Right Price for Wedding Photography?
By dcarpenito at September 7, 2011 | 9:38 am | 2 Comments
As a leading resource on finding wedding photographers we are often asked, what is the right price for wedding photography? Specifically what is the typical cost, and do wedding photographers get paid by the hour or by the event? All great questions that circle around the same concept: what is the price for wedding photography? // The question seems simple enough for
Q & A ~ Expert Make-Up Advice for a Fascinator Veil
By dcarpenito at September 7, 2011 | 9:00 am | 0 Comment
Candice Mac Nicol from playplay creations, a make-up expert with extensive local and international experience in fashion and film work is hosting another Q&A to answer beauty and make-up questions from our visitors. This week she gives her recommendations on what type of make-up looks great with a fascinator veil! If you have a question or need advice, please ask
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Q & A ~ Wedding Day Makeup Advice
By dcarpenito at August 29, 2011 | 10:07 am | 1 Comments
Candice Mac Nicol from playplay creations, a make-up expert with extensive local and international experience in fashion and film work is hosting another Q&A to answer questions on beauty and make-up advice from our visitors. This week she gives wedding day makeup advice and her recommendations on how to find the make-up brands that are right for you! If you have a
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Q & A ~ Expert Beauty & Bridal Makeup Advice
By dcarpenito at August 19, 2011 | 8:48 am | 0 Comment
We are excited to welcome Candice Mac Nicol from playplay creations, a make-up expert with extensive local and international experience in fashion and film work! She will be hosting a Q&A each week to answer beauty and make-up questions from our visitors. So if you have a question or need advice, please ask Candice and check back weekly for her expert answers!See below
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Five Things You Can Do to Help Your Wedding Photographer
By dcarpenito at August 5, 2011 | 10:56 am | 0 Comment
Are you currently planning your wedding but unsure of how you can help your wedding photographer? Don't worry, this is a common thought among many marrying couples. I am here to assure you that putting these five tips into practice will guarantee working harmony with you and your photographer and winning portraits of your special day! Keep important areas accessible.
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Sea Inspired Wedding Theme, Puerto Rico Wedding Photography
By dcarpenito at August 3, 2011 | 11:59 am | 0 Comment
Alexandra and Luis were married in beautiful Rincon, Puerto Rico, a two hour drive from San Juan. The ceremony was celebrated outdoors, and a gorgeous sea inspired theme was set inside for the reception which made guests feel as if they were still outside. "Everybody was enjoying the natural enviroment, fresh breeze and the sound of the waves." said member Daniel
Meet Lenka Flaherty, NH Wedding Photojournalist
By dcarpenito at July 29, 2011 | 3:34 pm | 0 Comment
We are thrilled to welcome one of our newest members out of New Hampshire, Lenka Flaherty Photography! Lenka's style is Photojournalistic with a combination of contemporary and a hint of old fashion. She puts her heart into every wedding she photographs.Lenka shared with us a little background about herself and how she got started as a NH wedding photojournalist, her
Samantha & Zack – Twin Cedar Farms Tennessee Wedding Photographer
By dcarpenito at July 7, 2011 | 10:06 am | 3 Comments
High school sweethearts Samantha and Jack were married at Twin Cedar Farms near Maryville at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains. It was the fairytale wedding that Samantha had been dreaming of her whole life."It was a fantastic day" says David Payne, Tennessee Wedding Photographer at Dave Payne Photography in Knoxville TN. "It was such a pleasure to share this special
Hot Tips on What to Wear for Engagement Photos
By dcarpenito at June 29, 2011 | 3:48 pm | 1 Comments
Everyone wants to look their best for their engagement photos but remember its really a matter of personal style and should be in keeping with the look you hope to achieve. There are a few factors that I think are important to consider when thinking about what to wear for engagement photos regardless if your session is a studio or on location shoot. To begin, color is a
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Tiffany & Mike – Keystone Resort, Colorado Wedding Photography
By dcarpenito at June 27, 2011 | 12:05 pm | 0 Comment
Its all about the couple, and this 'Couples Session' really reflects who Tiffany & Mike are together by incorporating what is special and unique to them. Member Tammie Thessing is the talented photographer behind these fantastic shots. She shared with us some of Tiffany & Mikes favorite Colorado Wedding Photography: Tammie asked Tiffany & Mike about the significance of
New York Wedding by Chadwick Creative Arts
By dcarpenito at June 23, 2011 | 5:00 pm | 2 Comments
A beautiful intimate New York wedding captured by member Chadwick Creative Arts. Michael shared some of the wedding details and a few of his fabulous shots: Lisa and Eric found me through WeddingPhotoUSA.com and when I first met with them I was instantly looking forward to sharing their wedding day with them, because not only did we have a great time at our
Wedding Reception Timeline – What Happens When?
By dcarpenito at June 17, 2011 | 10:00 am | 0 Comment
You may have been to dozens of wedding receptions, but it's hard to know what is supposed to happen when at your own wedding. Relax, this wedding reception timeline maps it out for you so you don't have to. 00:00 - Cocktail Hour - (bridal party takes pictures) After your "I dos," you and your husband leave the ceremony first - followed by the bridal party and your
Beautiful Wedding Photos | A Southern Rose Images
By dcarpenito at June 6, 2011 | 1:47 pm | 0 Comment
Meet Rose Kee, one of our newest Featured members out of Louisiana! Rose specializes in Beautiful Wedding Photos including Wedding, Portrait, and Family Photography in Louisiana and South East Texas. How did you get started?My father was a part time photographer in West Virginia and Florida so he would do weddings and Arial photography and art pieces to enter contests.
Show Your Shots! Creative Wedding Photo Displays
By dcarpenito at May 20, 2011 | 2:54 pm | 0 Comment
I read in many on-line forums that couples often don't hang their wedding photographs in their homes as wedding photo displays. On the other hand, many couples do put up their engagement pictures. They may love their pictures but the don't display them. Why? "My wedding pictures, particularly our portraits, seem a bit formal and feel artificial hanging in my home. Our
Meet Marci Curtis – Michigan Wedding Photojournalist
By dcarpenito at May 18, 2011 | 4:48 pm | 1 Comments
Marci Curtis is our newest Michigan Wedding Photojournalist! Marci shared with us a little background about herself and how she got started, her advice for photographers just starting out, and what she loves most about wedding photography: How did you get started?I started working for the local newspaper right out of college at the Ann Arbor News shooting a lot of
Featured New Orleans Wedding by Marc Pagani
By dcarpenito at May 5, 2011 | 2:31 pm | 0 Comment
Colorful, fun, and full of laughing & dancing describes our Featured New Orleans Wedding by very talented member photographer Marc Pagani. He shared with us some of the wedding details and a few of his favorite shots: I got to know Erin and Gus a bit via shooting their engagement pics and Erin's Bridal pics. Erin looked just as lovely on her wedding day as she did
Illinois Couple Wins $200 Photography Giveaway
By dcarpenito at April 13, 2011 | 10:04 am | 0 Comment
Jessica DeGrandis and Mark Zauner are the winners of our $200 Photography Giveaway! Jessica works in the marketing field and Mark is a fire alarm inspector. "We are very excited to have won this giveaway! Our photography was the one area of the wedding we were not willing to cut any corners! These are going to be the pictures we cherish for the rest of our lives and