Category: Wedding Planning
Blog posts catered to the planning bride
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How to Get the Best Proposal Photos
The Royal Palms Resort is an amazing wedding venue within Arizona that offers a lush and romantic setting. Read more
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Typical Tea Ceremony Timeline
History behind Tea Ceremonies The first written record of a Chinese tea ceremony dates all the way back to the Tang Dynasty, a whopping 1,200 years ago. The symbolism behind a tea ceremony is that the couple essentially promises to carry forward their family’s values of respect and harmony. Tea ceremonies reminds us that while… Read more
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Wedding Planning Guide
I cannot possibly tell you how excited I am that you made your way here, and how excited I am to be the one documenting the biggest day of your life! Instead of dropping breadcrumbs of my expertise through emails here and there, I want to serve you an entire full-course meal. As your photographer,… Read more
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Wong Kar-wai-inspired Engagement Photos | SF Chinatown
Engagement photos capture a special time in your life, the season before you say, “I do”! Choosing a favorite and fun spot for engagement photos makes them even more meaningful. The photos reflect who you are as a couple. Kat and Matt decided on Chinatown in San Francisco as a backdrop for their engagement photos.… Read more
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Quick Facts on Eloping at San Francisco City Hall
San Francisco City Hall is quite the popular wedding venue- and after seeing its beautiful architecture, you can definitely see why! If you want to get married at SF City Hall, you have to book in advance for an appointment (or wedding reservation). Reservations open up three months in advance of the date. For example,… Read more
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Candid vs. Posed Wedding Photography
My most-asked question: “Do you shoot candid or posed photos?” Every couple asks this, and the answer is simple: both. Why Posed Photos Matter: They guarantee family formals (you’ll want these for grandma). Posed photos give you classic, frame-worthy portraits. They keep everyone organized (yes, even Uncle Dave who’s always at the bar). Why Candid… Read more
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Why Get Married in Arizona?
It’s your favorite wedding photographer again. Imagine having your wedding in Arizona, with the backdrop of the most stunning sunset you’ve ever seen? Arizona is a great destination for weddings due to its favorable climate, natural wonders of the world, abundance of outdoor activities, and never-ending sunshine. The Grand Canyon State offers an incredible array… Read more
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How to Get Married at the Phoenix Arizona Courthouse
Hey lovebirds! If you’re dreaming of a Phoenix, Arizona courthouse wedding, let’s help you get the details set. A courthouse (or Justice of the Peace) wedding provides a perfectly intimate, totally stress-free, and wonderfully budget-friendly experience. Whether you’re eloping, keeping things beautifully simple, or getting officially hitched before a fabulous destination wedding (helloooo, Cancun), tying… Read more
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List of Arizona Wedding Venues that are Open Late
Arizona venues open 10:30pm or later Are you planning a wedding in Arizona and dreaming of a reception that lasts late into the night? While many venues in Arizona have “early”closing times due to county sanctions, there are a select few wedding venues that are open late to offer the flexibility and ambiance to keep… Read more
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Where to Find Wedding Ao Dai in the US
Wanting to uphold Vietnamese traditions in the United States can be a challenging feat, let alone wanting to uphold Vietnamese wedding traditions. One of the first things you should consider when planning a Vietnamese or Vietnamese-fusion wedding in the US is what your áo dài will look like. Some brides opt for áo dài during their… Read more
