the BLOG

Parker and Paige were married on Memorial Day at the beautiful Union 12, surrounded by sunshine, blue skies, and the most perfect spring weather. Their sophisticated black and white wedding style paired beautifully with the venue’s modern yet inviting atmosphere, creating such a timeless and elegant feel throughout the entire day.

Your wedding day should feel joyful, relaxed, and full of unforgettable moments. After photographing weddings for over 15 years, I've seen firsthand what helps a wedding day flow smoothly and what can create unnecessary stress. If you're currently planning your wedding, here are seven common wedding day mistakes couples make and simple ways to avoid them.

Fun fact about me… in another lifetime I was a PTA and actually worked with Shelby at Hicksville Hospital! So when I saw she had found Tyler and was so genuinely happy, I was beyond excited for her. Then when she asked me to photograph their wedding day, I was truly honored.

Woodring Wedding Ryan & Alizae’s wedding day was one of those days that reminds me why I love what I do so much. From the very first time I met them, I instantly enjoyed being around them. I actually first met Ryan and Alizae when they were part of another wedding’s bridal party last spring, and ever since then, I’ve been blown away by this incredible group of friends.

The perfect spring day was had for Isaac & Grace as they said I do in the church Grace grew up going to. The energy and love felt throughout the day was magic. Both bridal parties so excited and fully there for them. TikToks were made, selfies were had, and I do’s were shared, making it the most fun day to be a part of. One of the best parts was hearing the history behind Isaac and Grace's relationship. How they have always been a part of each other’s lives, and then it all c

Some couples just have that kind of magic. The kind where you don’t have to look hard to see it. It’s simply there in every glance, every smile, every quiet in between moment. You can see how deeply they love each other, but also how much they genuinely like each other. Their friendship, their compassion, their steady, unwavering care, it’s not something that comes and goes. With Evan and Kinsey, it’s constant. It’s who they are together.

From the moment I met Nick and Abbie, I knew they were going to be so much fun to work with. They’re the kind of couple that is completely laid back and just goes with the flow. Their engagement session was full of laughter, easy moments, and the kind of energy that makes my job feel effortless.

Some photographers might disagree with me on this topic, but after photographing weddings for the past 16 years, I fully stand by the importance of having a wedding timeline.