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14 Questions to Ask Yourself when Creating your Wedding Day Timeline
After your marriage license, your wedding timeline is your wedding’s most important document! It helps organize all the moving parts, guiding you, your wedding party, your family, and your vendors through practically every moment of the day.
Behind the Lens: Rachel’s 17 Top Wedding Tips
A wedding photographer’s eye notices more than great light and endearing candid opportunities; we see what makes the big day run smoothly. I have captured many types of weddings here in Key West, but some advice always holds true. Over ten years of wedding photography has taught me countless lessons, but I’ve “narrowed” them down for you to my favorite 17.
Key West Wedding Venues
Your wedding venue is the stage upon which life-long memories are created! From Key West's dazzling beaches to tropical gardens to elegant resorts, there is a location here that will fit the wedding of your dreams. In the 11+ years I've done wedding photography on this amazing island, I've learned the ins and outs of just about every venue here. Though it was tough to narrow it down to my absolute favorites, here are my recommendations for Key West's best wedding venues, in alphabetical order! (Many of them are also wonderful places for your stay!)
Unplugged Weddings: Trend or Necessity?
More and more of the couples I work with have opted to have an “unplugged wedding.” Why? It’s becoming more and more necessary. It’s no surprise that technology has gotten more pervasive. Almost 70% of American adults now own a smartphone.
Why A Wedding Album is so Important
Planning one of the biggest days of your life is a joy, but the effect on your bank account might not be! As you think through where to save money and where to splurge, one of the questions that will come up is: Should I opt for a wedding album, or just digital photos?
Tips for a Key West Beach Photography Session
Are you about to do a Key West Beach or Tropical Photography Session? Here are a few suggestions to make the most out of your photos. Relax! You are on vacation! These sessions are very laid-back, and I want your family to feel as comfortable and natural as possible! Here are a few of my favorite tips that will help you look great in photos and enjoy your session with your family.
First Look Photographs for your Key West Wedding...To Do or Not to Do?
Tradition, superstition, and most parents say that a couple should not see each other the day of their wedding until their marriage ceremony begins. However, you might consider the alternative: what we call the “First Look.” The First Look is a special moment when the couple sees each other before the ceremony. If you're not tied to tradition, there are a lot of benefits to this approach.