As we start getting into the holiday season, many people start planning proposals! It is a perfect time of year, with lots of friends and family around to celebrate the season, and the two of you. If you’re in the middle of planning, maybe you’ve thought about hiring a pro to capture the big moment. It’s becoming more and more popular these days! Personally (although I may be a little biased) I think you should definitely spring for a pro-photographer. There are so many of reasons to get photos of this happy event; my six favorite are below

Finding the right vendor for you can be tough, especially the right photographer. After all, they’re capturing the most important day of your life! It’s crucial to ask the right questions so you have all the information you need before making a decision. Here’s a few things I think you should ask before making things official.

After the question is popped and celebrations have been had, the next thing you should think about is getting your engagement photos taken! Engagement photos have so many benefits - check out a few of them below.

Hi everyone! I have a guest blogger today taking over to give some advice on wedding transportation. Personally, I really feel you should have a way for your wedding party to get around together if you have multiple locations - it makes everything on the day go so much smoother!

When the time finally comes for your senior portraits , don’t get stuck with stiff and unnatural poses. Below are a few poses to put a creative spin on this exciting shoot.

Karen & Mike had a gorgeous day for their wedding. Bright sunflowers livened up the outdoor tent, and a penguin even made an appearance to celebrate the day! 

Their first look was held next to their venue at Allegheny Commons Park. Then we drove down to the North Shore on a vintage bus to take pictures along the North Shore.

Jenn & Brad are the sweetest people you'll ever meet. Their wedding exemplified that, full of adorable rustic decor, bright sunflowers, and plenty of entertainment for guests. They had a field for lawn games, giant Jenga, and even a bonfire at the end of the night (yes, with s'mores!).  

It’s totally normal to have a thousand questions about your engagement session before it happens, you’ve probably never been a part of one before! There’s no need to stress over it—it’s supposed to be a fun and exciting time for you and your fiancé(e). I’ve put together a couple of golden rules to abide by during your shoot. As long as you follow these, your pictures will be stunning, guaranteed.