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This is a collection of everything I’ve learned as a Southern Idaho wedding photographer. Read about my most recent weddings, engagement shoots, and my advice on how to have  the perfect wedding!

Your Favorite Wedding Resource from your Favorite Southern Idaho Wedding Photographer

 

As a wedding photographer, it’s my job to not only deliver stunning images, it’s to also help you in any way that I can to help you have the wedding of your dreams. This is how I do that! Read on to learn more about weddings, engagements, and what Southern Idaho has to offer.

When I was a bride, I hated having to scour the internet to find wedding planning advice. I made this so you don’t have to do that! Although this is a wedding photography centered blog, I post a lot of general wedding advice. If you have any questions, or ideas for my next blog post, please let me know!

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Wyoming Bridals

Beautiful bridals in beautiful Wyoming! A few weeks ago, I had the amazing opportunity to go to String Lake, Wyoming for bridals. It was my first time going to String Lake and I instantly fell in love. Getting to photograph this beautiful bride was an absolute dream....

The Best Wedding Mood Board Inspiration

If you're planning out your wedding mood board, here's some of my favorite pictures for inspiration. While I was shooting at my last photoshoot, I took some beautiful detail shots. As I was editing them, I started thinking how wonderful these would be for wedding mood...

10 Fun Date Night Ideas in Idaho Falls

Top 10 fun date night ideas in Idaho Falls. The first one is the best!

Stunning Engagement Photoshoot in Melba, Idaho

I shot the most beautiful winter engagement photoshoot in Idaho! Idaho is a beautiful state. Living here means that there is a ton of amazing photoshoot locations. I recently shot the cutest engagement photoshoot in Melba, Idaho! Here's how it went. Getting to...

3 Things to Ask your Wedding Photographer

Don’t know how to find the right photographer? Don’t worry, I’ve got your back. Here are 3 questions to help you get a photographer that can take the photos of your dreams.

Wedding and Engagement Photography Blog

 

This is it! Right below this paragraph is all of the wedding advice I have as a Southern Idaho Wedding Photographer. As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or ideas for future blog posts. Happy reading!

Having a February Wedding: The Pros and Cons

Having a February Wedding: The Pros and Cons

Just got engaged and thinking about a February Wedding? Here’s a list of some pros and cons you may not have thought of. I’ve been an Idaho wedding photographer for 6 years and I’ve really gotten to see what every month has to offer. Of course some of these pros or cons may vary depending on where you’re having your wedding. For Southeast Idaho, expect a lot of wind and bitter cold at a February wedding!

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Moody Forest Rexburg Engagement Photos

Moody Forest Rexburg Engagement Photos

I took the most romantic, moody Rexburg engagement photos in a foggy forest. Some photographers may reschedule at the sight of fog and rain. But as for me, I dream of it. I’ve been hoping for a long time that the weather would grace me to take these photos and it finally happened! I had so much fun taking these photos and the couple was absolutely amazing! These are by far, my favorite Rexburg engagement photos. 

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Best Grand Teton Couples Photography

Best Grand Teton Couples Photography

I always get so excited whenever someone asks me for a photoshoot near the Tetons. So imagine how thrilled I was about an inquiry for a photoshoot for two couples at my favorite national park!

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Is 8 Hours of Wedding Photography Enough?

Is 8 Hours of Wedding Photography Enough?

There’s a reason why so many couples choose 8 hours of wedding photography. Typically, this is how long the average wedding is! With this amount of coverage, you won’t have to worry about your photographer leaving before you toss the bouquet or cut the cake. Your photographer would be there for most, if not all of the time.

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5 Best Free Wedding Planning Sites that Every Couple Needs

5 Best Free Wedding Planning Sites that Every Couple Needs

You’re engaged! Now what? Planning a wedding (or elopement) can be crazy stressful. I get it; I’ve been there. There’s so much to do and you don’t know where to start. As a former bride and a wedding photographer, I’ve used a lot of wedding planning sites and I’ve curated my top 5 best free wedding planning sites.

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Wyoming Bridals

Beautiful bridals in beautiful Wyoming! A few weeks ago, I had the amazing opportunity to go to...

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3 Things NOT to ask your Wedding Photographer

3 Things NOT to ask your Wedding Photographer

Although there are some really amazing articles, I disagree with some of them. They tell a lot of brides to ask for things or expect things that are really not in their best interest. So, straight from a photographer, here are a few things I advise brides and grooms NOT to ask.

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