While shooting my past two engagement sessions both brides commented to me how they are tired and slightly overwhelmed by everything they have been reading on the wedding blogs the frequent.

One bride mentioned that she can’t wait for “a stamp to just be a stamp again.”  (Rather than something she has to pick out, plan colors for, order hundreds of, and stick on envelopes.)  The other said she can’t wait for her wedding to be over so she does not have to keep checking them. :)

I have never planned a big wedding and I’m sure these sites contain a wealth of knowledge.  There really are so many little things that go into a wedding that it’s nice to get advice from those who have been there before.  Having said that, let me give you one tip.

Stop reading wedding blogs.

Even this one.

Seriously.  Take a step back.  Just be engaged.  It’s supposed to be fun.

There is a season and time for everything.  There is a time to plan and a time to enjoy.  I know that planning can be enjoyable, but if you find yourself getting frustrated of overwhelmed by what you “should” be doing then maybe it’s time to take a little break.  Try this.  Take a week off.  For one whole week don’t visit a wedding related site for any reason.  If and only if the world continues to spin, feel free to check back in after 7 days. :)

Happy planning and I’ll see you tomorrow. :)

It is with great pleasure and much fanfare that I am proud to introduce you to the….. SuperSquare!

Just what is the SuperSquare you ask?  Well, think of it this way; it’s like a wedding album that hangs on your wall.  You just spent like 1.3 million dollars on that wedding.  You booked a talented and good looking photographer.  You have amazing wedding photos.  Who wants to keep them hiding in a album on a bookshelf?  Not you.  No, you want them hanging on a wall, impressing all your friends.  That’s where the SuperSquare comes in.

It’s a way of displaying your wedding day from beginning to end in a stylish and classy way.  Your images are printed on a crisp, white canvas that wraps around the frame and is ready to hang on your wall.  Seriously, check this thing out.

The SuperSquare comes in three sizes. 40×40, 30×30, & 20×20.  (Warning: I only let my cool brides order the 40×40)

A few close-up shots.

I added the boys for scale… and cuteness.

The SuperSquare is now included in most of my packages.  If you have already booked and are interested in one, then have your people call my people and we’ll work out the details.

Julia & Patrick had an intimate little wedding on the Riverwalk in San Antonio.

It was perfect for 2 reasons.
1: It was just family and a few close friends.  This allowed them time with everyone important to them.
2: It was in the afternoon which meant I got to go to Fiesta Texas that morning and ride roller coasters. :)

Julia was all about her shoes so my camera game them a little extra attention.

It’s October.  Julia decided to “raise awareness” by having everyone wear a bracelet. :)

Waiting for a water taxi to take them to Marriage Island.

Next up was dinner and a boat ride.  So much fun.

Sarah & Chris had a fantastic afternoon wedding in Athens, TX.  When I first met with them they were unsure about doing a First Look, I’m so glad they changed their mind.  We were able to get so many great shots of just the two of them flirting and enjoying their wedding day.

How great is this first shot?

I ADORE couples who are totally lost in themselves during their first dance.  Justin of P3 Pro Sound did a great job keeping folks on the dance floor.

… speaking of the dance floor, this kid OWNED it.  He was all over the place.

If you look in the background you can see Jeff Heimer of JMH Pro.  Chris surprised Sarah by having him come film their wedding.  She was giddy when she found out.  (It almost beat out their First Look on the emotion scale.)

Hey, check it out.  It’s Erin & Chris of Erin & Chris fame. :)

Hope you guys are having a blast in Hawaii.

October was a great month last year.  Perfect weather.  Tons of great sessions.  Many many favorite photos.  Feast your eyes on this bumper crop of stunning imagery.