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How Your Venue Affects your Wedding Photography
Your wedding venue sets the stage for your wedding! That also means that it sets the mood for how your wedding photos are going to look.
There are so many reasons to pick or not pick venue that are not photo related, but if you find one that resonates with you and you want to also consider these 3 things, you might have found the perfect venue!
Paintbrush Photography: About Me
I truly believe that any photographer’s life experience, outlook on life, and personality greatly influences the imagery they create. There is a little piece of me in every memory I capture with my camera, so here is a bit about who you are getting in your photos!
3 Easy Posing Tips for Your Bridal Portraits!
How to pose for the most flattering bridal portraits. Here are 3 easy tips great portraits on your wedding day. These will help you stay comfortable, feel confident, and look great in your photos!
What is Copyright and Print Release?
Print Release and Copyright are two terms I hear synonymously in conversation with my customers and other photographers. The truth is, these two terms are EXTREMELY different from each other, so I wanted to define these two terms and maybe clear up some of the confusion around them.
Double Diamond X Ranch Styled Photoshoot
Learn more about local vendors while you enjoy images from a collaborative styled shoot I organized in June of 2023.
This styled shoot was held at Double Diamond X Ranch and features me and my aunt as models!
Double Diamond X Ranch Wedding Venue
Double Diamond X Ranch located west of Cody, Wyoming is the premier wedding venue in the area. With exclusive access to the ranch at the end of the road, your wedding will be an undisturbed paradise.
Wayfarer’s Chapel
Let’s talk about a hidden gem West of Cody Wyoming.
The Wayfarer’s Chapel was created in coordination between Christ Episcopal Church and the Forest Service. You can find it just 8 miles away from the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park.
I visited the Wayfarer’s Chapel in May to scout it out and bring all of the details to you.
How Do I Pick My Wedding Colors?
When you are thinking about your wedding colors there are a few things you can ask yourself to narrow things down:
What time of year is my wedding?
What does the location of my wedding look like?
What is my hair/eye color?
Let's look at this couple's color palette while we talk wedding colors!
Wedding Photography Must Haves
3 Things I prioritize at your wedding and why.
There are a few things I like to make sure I capture to paint the entire picture for your wedding day.
Beartooth Floral and Gifts
Beartooth Floral and Gifts is based out of Cody, Wyoming. Karisa is the owner of Beartooth Florals and Gifts. She has owned it since 2015 and has put together a team of very talented women that bring expertise and artistry to all your floral needs.
Nikki Hopkin Makeup Artist
Nikki Hopkin is a makeup artist based out of Basin, Wyoming. She uses Mary Kay makeup in her looks and specializes in classic, neutral looks with products that many ladies are probably comfortable with.
Wedding, Intimate Wedding, or Elopement
If you are feeling confused, conflicted, and maybe a little frustrated by the daunting task of scheduling your wedding day and keeping a face for all of those around you, this is the blog for you. We are going to break down the difference between a “traditional wedding”, an “intimate wedding”, and an elopement. We will take a look at the advantages and an estimated price tag for each of these different options.
Belle en Blanc: Taryn Plouffe
With almost a decade of owning and running Belle en Blanc, Taryn has put a lot of time into crafting a quality experience for her customers. She specializes in special ordered gowns that are exactly what you are looking for. She focuses on finding the best dress that makes you feel and look your best while being conscious of staying within your budget. Featuring gowns from at least seven designers, Belle en Blanc has a dress for any bride. I had an opportunity to talk to Taryn about what makes Belle en Blanc unique and perfect for my brides. Let’s take a look at the gorgeously laid boutique Taryn has put together for us!
Cindy Bingenheimer: Bridal Hair Specialist
Cindy is from Orange County, California and found herself in Dubois, Wyoming for 10 years before landing here in Cody. Cindy has been a hairstylist for 5 years. Once she moved to Cody, she took a few bridal customers and the rest is history. She was hooked and flew back to California for 1-on-1 training with Jessica Keife. She learned all of the best techniques and styles to ensure you leave her chair looking the best for your wedding day.
Blooming Boards: Gourmet Charcuterie Catering by Emily Mundy
Emily uses seasonal flavors and combinations to create unique boards for every customer. She creates beautiful, organic looking designs with quality, aged cheeses and meats. You will not be disappointed by the variety of cheeses she includes with all of their different hardness, textures, and flavors. Those are surrounded by sweet and savory combinations that pop with flavor, color, and texture. You can always expect variety, quality, and cleanliness from Blooming Boards’ products.
Sunrise Family Session on a Wyoming Beach
As you can see, we didn’t waste a moment with stiff, awkward photos. Everyone was moving, dancing, and loving on each other. The dynamic between each member of this family was so comfortable and unique and I was happy to represent their energy and connection with these fluid and natural poses.
Pryor Mountain Maternity Shoot
Women are so incredibly strong, adaptive, beautiful, and nourishing, and pregnancy depicts all of that. It is very important to me to make sure I take a moment to honor, encourage, and empower every woman who steps in front of my camera, especially during such an important moment such as pregnancy.
Air Force Wife
Greybull, Wyoming Wedding. Vintage Inspired wedding theme. Pizza and Ice Cream. Intimate wedding inspiration.
A Destination Photographer’s Guide to Northwest Wyoming!
Where are the best places for your destination wedding, destination micro wedding, destination elopement, destination engagement session, or family session? Let a Wyoming local guide you to the most intimate and unique locations for your dream adventure!