wedding planning

What should we do on our Elopement day? Here are 50 Things

What should we do on our Elopement day? Here are 50 Things

If you're planning an elopement, you may be wondering how to make your day special and unique to your relationship. Here are 50 quick things you can do on your elopement day:

10 SoCal Florists for Bright & Natural Wedding Blooms

10 SoCal Florists for Bright & Natural Wedding Blooms

As a wedding photographer, I’ve seen a lot of florals, and I’ve worked with a LOT of florists. Flowers are my favorite thing ever. And since happy, natural, modern, and bright flowers make me so happy, I’ll focus on florists that KILL this look.

Insider Tips from Trademark Wedding Coordinators

Insider Tips from Trademark Wedding Coordinators

Since I did an insider tips blog on my wedding venue, Green Gables, I wanted to ask the coordination team there about their insider tips for couples!

The Trademark team is so full of knowledge, experience, and talent that it feels like we’re winning the lottery here!!! All of us brides getting into wedding planning have a lot to learn from these folks, so I’m grateful they wanted to share their best tips!

10 Insider Tips For Green Gables Weddings: Trademark Venues in San Diego

10 Insider Tips For Green Gables Weddings: Trademark Venues in San Diego

I’m spilling the tea & giving you some insider tips on this iconic venue.

Why Photo Should Be The #1 Vendor at Your Wedding

Why Photo Should Be The #1 Vendor at Your Wedding

You will spend more time with your photographer than your fiancé(e) on your wedding day. Crazy, right?! That’s why I think it’s so important to be a good fit with your photographer. The worst thing ever is when brides I’ve never met tell me they cheaped out on their photographer or didn’t vibe with them — all of their wedding photos are tainted and they can’t get those memories back!

Best Wedding Venues in SoCal: Pine Hill, Julian

Best Wedding Venues in SoCal: Pine Hill, Julian

The inside of the Lodge and Tavern make you feel like you’re stepping back in time to the Wild West days of Southern California.

HONEST REVIEWS: A Pro Photographer & Bride's Favorite Wedding Venues in SoCal

HONEST REVIEWS: A Pro Photographer & Bride's Favorite Wedding Venues in SoCal

Being in the industry for almost 7 years now and by doing my own research, I’ve looked at over 200 wedding venues in the SoCal area. Here is a list of my absolute favorites that are on a DIY wedding budget!!!

5 Things You THINK Matter, But Actually Don’t When Hiring a Wedding Photographer

5 Things You THINK Matter, But Actually Don’t When Hiring a Wedding Photographer

These blogs don’t take into consideration that all couples and all wedding needs are different. There’s no blanket statement on what you NEED or don’t need for your wedding. Here are some common things that actually might not matter when hiring your photographer — I think they’ll surprise you.

10 Unusual Things to Consider Before Hiring a Wedding Photographer

10 Unusual Things to Consider Before Hiring a Wedding Photographer

Overwhelmed with options and don’t know how to vet through a ton of photographers?

Don’t know what questions to ask?

Or what you should be thinking about?

I gotchu. These are quite a few things for you to consider & ask potential photographers so you can cut through the clutter and find someone you truly love that will capture your day in the perfect way YOU.

QUIZ: How many hours should you book a photographer?

QUIZ: How many hours should you book a photographer?

It's all about your love story being told in the best way so you can remember it forever. Your wedding day goes by fast, and it's all up to you how you want to spend it.

Romantic Modern Rustic Temecula Winery Wedding

Romantic Modern Rustic Temecula Winery Wedding

Lauren + Josh Miranda

Galway Downs, Temecula

Is a First Look Actually More Romantic than a Traditional Look?

Is a First Look Actually More Romantic than a Traditional Look?

So you’re planning your wedding and your photographer asks if you want to do a first look.

You’re hesitant. You’ve always dreamed about the day you’ll walk down the aisle and see your fiancé(e) for the first time that day. Cue mental fireworks!

Everyone in your family says it’s bad luck to see your spouse before the ceremony, but you keep hearing about this thing called a “first look.” You’re intrigued, but are sure it’s not really for you.

As a photographer (and as a normal human who has seen the benefits and wonderfulness that comes with a first look), I highly recommend doing it.

I actually think it’s more special, more romantic, and will make the experience of the day smoother and better than seeing your spouse at the end of the aisle. Here’s why.