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CITY WEDDINGS! We love them and their chic sophistication and history. They are so popular and have been for years, for good reason! However, there are a lot of logistics to keep in mind when you’re getting married in the city, versus say a quiet vineyard in the countryside of Virginia. So I thought I’d […]

I have had the privilege of capturing countless beautiful wedding days, but one of my favorite parts has always been (and I think will always be) seeing the wedding bouquet come together on the big day! There’s something so magical about a stunning wedding bouquet and how it compliments the photos. It’s not just a […]

Planning your wedding reception tablescape is a really fun part of your wedding prep and a fantastic way to showcase your own personal wedding style. One of the best things about weddings these days is the sky is the limit when it comes to what you can do with your wedding tables and decor. My […]

Since people loved the mother’s day version of this blog so much, in honor of Father’s Day I wanted to share a handful of fun and creative ways to honor your dad, step-dad, or father figure on your wedding day. Often it is an emotional and special day for them as well, and these special […]

In honor of Mother’s Day (and my first one as a mom-to-be!), I wanted to share 5 ways to honor your mom on your wedding day that I have seen and loved over the years photographing countless weddings. Here are just a few recent mother daughter moments that I was honored to witness and photograph […]

Sporting a unique wedding reception style is something that has become increasingly common over the past few years in the wedding world and we have loved to see it! It can be a great way to switch up your look and add an element of surprise to your special day. Here are a few reasons […]

One of my favorite parts about being in the wedding industry is getting to witness firsthand all of the wedding trends each year, especially when it comes to the dresses. For this week’s blog, I thought it would be fun to feature some of my 2022 brides & share about some of the fashion trends […]

If you’re reading this you might be a current HBP wedding couple, or hoping to be one in the future – and if so, YAY I’m so glad you’re here! For most of you it’s the first time you’ve booked a wedding photographer, and there may be questions in your mind as to how it […]

1. Be prepared and show up early Communication is key when second shooting! Talk to the lead and get the photo timeline for the day and clarify what your responsibilities will be for the day and what they will be looking for. It’s always great if you show up about 15 minutes early before start […]

Having photographed 100+ wedding ceremonies, here are 5 essential things to remember when planning your wedding ceremony for the best photos AND experience for you and your partner: 1. Location  If you’re dreaming of an outdoor ceremony, pick a spot where you are in love the view! After all, that will be the main background […]