Little Rock Courthouse Engagement Photos: Why Courthouses Make the Best Editorial Backdrops
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Little Rock Courthouse Engagement Photos: Why Courthouses Make the Best Editorial Backdrops

Lilit and Taylor's Little Rock Courthouse engagement session proves you don't need a plane ticket to create editorial engagement photos. Inspired by the San Francisco courthouse, we found dramatic architecture, beautiful light, and plenty of personality much closer to home. In this guide, I'm sharing tips for planning courthouse engagement photos, choosing unique engagement photo locations, what to wear for an editorial look, and how to create engagement photos that feel elevated while still feeling like you.

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Why Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Photography Matters for Your Wedding Weekend
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Why Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Photography Matters for Your Wedding Weekend

Josh and Cassie's rainy Mississippi crawfish boil reminded me why I think couples seriously underestimate their rehearsal dinner. From creating space for connection to helping your photographer tell a more meaningful story, here's why the night before your wedding might matter more than you think, and how to plan a rehearsal dinner that feels genuinely like you.

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2027 Wedding Trends That Aren’t The Typical Trends You’re Thinking Of
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2027 Wedding Trends That Aren’t The Typical Trends You’re Thinking Of

What if the biggest 2027 wedding trends have nothing to do with flowers, color palettes, or whatever wedding TikTok is talking about this week? Katie and Mitchell's wedding at the James Lee House in Memphis was a beautiful reminder that the weddings people remember most are the ones built around connection. From hand-painted cards for every guest to a candlelit dinner filled with stories, laughter, and genuine conversation, this intentional Tennessee wedding was proof that personal details will always outlast passing trends. As a New York City-based travel wedding photographer, this wedding reminded me why the most meaningful celebrations aren't about perfection, they're about people.

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How to Get a Wedding in New York Vibe Without Getting Married in Manhattan
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How to Get a Wedding in New York Vibe Without Getting Married in Manhattan

Do you need a Manhattan venue to have a wedding in New York that feels romantic, stylish, and unmistakably NYC? Sarah and Garrett's wedding at The Madison Hotel in Morristown, New Jersey, proves otherwise. From a charming vintage train car and packed dance floor to thoughtful wedding-day experiences and unforgettable portraits, this celebration is full of inspiration for couples dreaming of New York wedding vibes without the city logistics.

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