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Should I Hire a Wedding Coordinator? 4.29.21

Are you wondering if you should hire a wedding coordinator for your wedding? Do you think that you have the time, tools, and abilities to plan and organize every detail? It could be doable as a couple to maybe plan out all the details, but it could come with stress and unnecessary worry. However, there […]

How to Personalize Your Wedding Playlist Morgan + Rowdy's Wedding at The Barn at Fairview Acres

Morgan + Rowdy’s Wedding at The Barn at Fairview Acres 4.20.21

Couples planning a wedding during the winter season, do not skip this! All of the touches that were added to this wedding really bring the personality of the couple into their big day. Having a winter wedding has so many benefits. Less people have their wedding then, so you don’t have to have your guests […]

What To Wear For Engagement Photos Close Up on Engagement Ring

What To Wear For Engagement Photos 4.13.21

Not sure what to wear to your engagement photoshoot? We understand that it is an important event, and these photos end up in a lot of places! They can be the photos that you use for an engagement announcement. Most likely they will be used to save the date, and possibly other wedding-related invitations. They […]

Wedding photos taken at Decauter Conference Center selfie booth

Easy Entertainment Ideas 4.7.21

When bringing people together for an event, it’s hard not to want something outstanding at your event that everyone remembers! There’s something special about looking around, seeing family & friends enjoying themselves makes all the effort worth it.  We’ve created a list of three easy entertainment ideas to add to help keep your guests entertained […]

Bachelorette Party Trends for 2021 sage green dresses New Wedding Colors to Consider

New Wedding Colors to Consider in 2021 3.10.21

If we’ve done anything over quarantine, we’ve gotten more creative to squash our boredom. Whether it’s through home improvement, Instagram Reels or Tik Tok challenges, an online shopping addiction, tidying up our home with Marie Kondo, or picking up a new at-home hobby, we’ve had to find ways to entertain ourselves while music venues, movie […]

Candid vs. Posed Wedding Photos Central Illinois Wedding Photographer, Bride, Groom, Illinois Wedding Photography, Wedding Photographer Jacob Cope

Candid vs. Posed Wedding Photos 3.4.21

We know you have been dreaming of your wedding photos forever! But to get in all the photos you are envisioning, it takes some planning and thought. Yet again we are here to help you navigate through Candid vs Posed Wedding Photos, do not fear! Let us help you think through the benefits of laughing […]

'First Look' Wedding Ideas Central Illinois Wedding Photography, Bride, Groom, Illinois Photographer, Complete Weddings + Events Photographer Mackensie Archibald

‘First Look’ Wedding Ideas 2.16.21

Gaining more and more popularity, the “first look” between the bride and groom before saying ‘I do’ is taking off! Couples are moving toward doing a first look before seeing each other at the end of the altar. This is a time that is set aside for the Bride and Groom to see each other […]

Couple Wedding Shot Wedding Planning Stress: Ways to Stay Calm

Wedding Planning Stress: Ways to Stay Calm 1.23.21

Everyone knows that with wedding planning, can also come some stress throughout the process. And with a day with such importance such as your wedding day, there is increased pressure that is felt. No fear, we are here to help with a few simple tricks and tips to stay calm while planning your big day! […]

Guide to Loving Your Engagement & Wedding Photos

Guide to Loving Your Engagement & Wedding Photos 1.11.21

Congratulations! You’ve just said yes to a bright future together. Now, take that shiny ring and start planning the wedding of your dreams! Because this is such an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not also make it unforgettable by having a professional photographer capture the adventure through engagement and wedding photos?

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