The Rose Gardens of Christian Dior
Welcome to Granville, in the gardens of the seaside villa, Normandy. In this Normandy-style garden of Eden the perfumes, pigments, the delicate, precise layout of the petals and the wind in the great...
View ArticlePhotography In the Golden Hour
The golden hour in the heart of the forest… My favorite time of day for bridal portraiture is photographing during the golden hour. That beautiful 40-60 minutes when the sun starts to rise and in...
View ArticlePrepping for the Perfectly Creative Engagement Session – Part I – Are your...
Engagement season is here! So too, is the time to think about how to deliver the perfectly creative engagement session; to get there however, it is so important to lay out the groundwork first. As...
View ArticleGorgeous Giveaway by Design Love Fest
I am a fan and follower of a great blog called Design Love Fest created by a gal out of LA. She has wonderful ideas and keeps you on your toes creatively…love her work immensely! She has created 100...
View ArticleFulfilling Your Dreams: In Life and Photography
Fulfilling your dreams…three ways to doing what it takes to make things happen…taking your ideas and making them a reality. This is the year for creativity …a year of inspiration and following your...
View ArticleFirst Impressions of Your Website
If you are anything at all like me, you have likely asked the question; is my website good enough? As one who was starting out fairly new to the business of wedding photography, over 18 years ago, I...
View ArticleParis is Always a Good Idea
Audrey Hepburn said that, and is it ever true! That very quote came to mind when I walked through my local Papyrus store, the lovely display of florals, “Love is in the Air” quotes mingled with blush...
View ArticleWhat Dreams Are Made Of
Working as a Producer and Photographer in the ‘romantic’ field while having worked all over North America (as well as other destinations) my world has everything to do with love, lace and beautiful...
View ArticlePursuing a Simple Lifestyle ~ Floret Farms
A little flower company with a big vision… Floret Farms is an award winning company that has recently been awarded the Martha Stewart Top Floral Designers of 2015 and the Martha Stewart American Made...
View ArticleAutumnal Wanderlust
Autumn is always a wonderful time to reflect. It is one of my favourite times of the year. Not just from a photography standpoint but personally too. It makes me reflect on the year behind and...
View ArticleLovely Deal of the Week – a gift from New York
The New York Times…one of my favorite media sources! The Times fills a a need in so many areas for me: fashion, the arts and knowing a few photographers on staff there keeps me on the lookout for...
View ArticleOn Being Grateful
Did you know that gratitude “has been linked to better health, sounder sleep, less anxiety and depression, higher long-term satisfaction with life and kinder behavior toward others, including your...
View ArticleCourage
Happy Monday fellow photogs! A thought about courage…definitely noteworthy! Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway ~ John Wayne ~ Keep inspired! ~Carrie Lynn~
View ArticleHow to Easily Photograph Family Formals
How easy is it to photograph wedding day family formals? Let me show you how to make it super easy in 5 steps! First of all, what is your style? There are a couple of ways to approach this subject...
View ArticleKeep Creative and Prevent Burnout ~ From a Photographer’s Perspective
Ever feel like you are in a creative rut and on the road to burnout? Living the life of a busy wedding photographer is not easy… Booking weddings, engagement shoots, client emails and meetings,...
View ArticleTop 3 Black Friday Picks For Wedding Photographers
My email inbox has been chalk-full of Black Friday goodies this morning but in the back of my mind I wonder, “How do I know the quality of these products and if they meet my standards?” To make it easy...
View ArticleLiving in the Moment ~ The Unplugged Wedding
Whether you are a photographer or about to married, the perfect way to express your wish for an ‘unplugged wedding’… Inspiration Behind the Unplugged Wedding I recently read an interesting article...
View ArticleThis Holiday Message Will Bring A Tear to Your Eye
This Christmas ad by EDEKA may break your heart, but I love its message: This brilliant commercial by EDEKA brought a tear to my eye thinking about families who don’t get together because life just...
View ArticleHow to Treat Your Photography Clients like Royalty
I love giving my clients a couture experience. My reason for this is two-fold: My desire is to leave them breathless, with good feelings and ongoing excitement once the wedding is all done and...
View ArticleHow to Make Your Wedding Photograph Unique – Retouching with Creativity!
With each client I am struck with the desire to add some artistic photographs to their collection. To do this, I take (what seems to me) the ordinary and make it completely unique! Whether it’s...
View ArticleA White Christmas ~ When Photography Feels Like Home
Today is Christmas Day! I hope you are in fact, not reading this on Christmas day as spending time with family and friends is way higher on the list. Today I look forward to cooking up a lovely turkey...
View Article5 Ways to Make the Most of a Wedding Day Schedule
Ever wonder how much time is actually needed for a wedding day? Here are 5 vital steps to help you in your wedding schedule planning; whether you are a wedding couple or a photographer! I have heard...
View ArticleJunebug Weddings Best of the Best in 2015
I am honoured to feature the Best of the Best from Junebug Weddings 2015 in today’s post. I have to say, it took me a long time to compile this post as I researched all 50 winners, visiting each of...
View ArticleVogue Magazine Claims Wedding Photographers are a Thing of the Past
Here are 10 reasons why we reject Vogue’s idea… “It’s 2016 and your mama’s wedding is officially a thing of the past. I’m the first to condone any ritual involving love, but some of the wedding...
View ArticleMaster Wedding Photography Premium Membership
I am so pleased to feature our new Premium Membership! When you sign up for your Premium Membership you receive: A large badge in JPG of the “Master Wedding Photography 2016 Member” for use and display...
View ArticleTop Accounting and Bookkeeping Tips for Wedding Photographers
As a small business owner and Wedding Photographer (a.k.a. artist), it is probably a good bet that bookkeeping isn’t your cup of tea. On the other hand, some people love bookkeeping (like me)....
View ArticleBliss Books
A number of years ago, I was reading Elizabeth Messina’s book “The Luminous Portrait: Capture the Beauty of Natural Light for Glowing, Flattering Photographs”, which, if you are a wedding photographer...
View ArticleHow to Turn Wedding Client Inquiries into Bookings
Do you know that most bridal couples find the wedding photographer search experience frustrating? Let’s delve into why that is…. First, what is the average couple is looking for? Typically, they...
View ArticlePosting Tip for Wedding Photographers
Weekly Inspiration for Wedding Photographers ~ Simply put: “Post as if it is going into the New York Times”….great words that keep me grounded, and focused!
View ArticleCan I make a successful living as a wedding photographer?
Can I Make a Successful Living as a Wedding Photographer? Feeling down because your business is a little low? Maybe you have some wedding inquiries, but you don’t have as many bookings as you need....
View ArticleA Day in the Life of a Wedding Photographer
A post about the true costs of professional wedding photography and what happens on a typical wedding shoot. After many years as a wedding photographer I can tell you I have made many mistakes and gone...
View ArticlePrepping for the Perfectly Creative Engagement Session – Part II – Location
If you struggle with finding great locations as I do, sometimes as photographers we get a little bored with the same ol’ spots and it can affect our shots. Here are some tips on what you can do to keep...
View ArticleDesign Aglow – Enhancing Your Wedding Photography Business
Editor’s pick for wedding photographers ~ Need to brush up on your sales, your marketing, or do you need to enhance your studio? Perhaps you are looking for the perfect wedding package to impress your...
View Article3 Things You are Doing Right Now that are Hurting Your Business
As a self-employed wedding photographer/business owner and entrepreneur it is difficult to stop and think about taking care of yourself. I can relate, believe me, as over 5 years, I put my business...
View ArticleDo I Need to Charge my Photography Clients a Damage Deposit?
You may be wondering about damage deposits when it comes to your Wedding Photography business as protecting yourself and your business is definitely a priority. In a few short words, the answer to the...
View ArticleInstagram – Should I Mix Personal with Business Photos?
If you are a business owner with a wide variety and mix of services, you may struggle with this very question! Should you mix personal with business photos? I love Instagram but how do I use it...
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