Tips for Choosing Your Engagement Photography Location

Engagements

There are a few things to consider when choosing the location(s) for your engagement photography. 1) Pick fewer Photography locations and spend more time at each one – You are less likely to take pictures the longer you are moving around. As a result of the rush to fit in multiple locations within a limited […]

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Houston Wedding Photography – ShutterUp Photography Did you know that Your ShutterUp Photography offers marriage proposal photo services? That’s right! We will come to your Marriage proposal (in or out of Texas) and photograph the whole event for you! This is proposal photography. We’ll be there to capture every moment of your proposal, so you […]

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Groom’s Guide to Wedding Planning

Weddings

Groom’s Guide to Wedding Planning: How to Be an Awesome Fiancé Wedding planning is often portrayed as the bride’s domain, filled with cake tastings, dress fittings, and choosing the perfect shade of table linens. But the modern groom? He’s not just showing up the day-of in a tux—he’s rolling up his sleeves and becoming a […]

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How to Host a Beautifully Sustainable Celebration If you’re knee-deep in wedding planning, you already know how many decisions go into creating your perfect day. But amidst the flowers, favors, and guest lists, one question may keep coming up: How can we make this special day more sustainable? Eco-friendly weddings aren’t just a trend—they’re a […]

Eco-Friendly Wedding

Planning, Weddings

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How to Create a Memorable Wedding Day Timeline

Planning, Weddings

You’ve got the ring, you’ve set the date — and now it’s time to dive into planning all the beautiful little details that will make your wedding day truly unforgettable, and that next step is creating a wedding day timeline. One of the most important (and sometimes overlooked) parts of that planning? Crafting a wedding […]

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The Art of an Uneven Wedding Party: Why Perfect Symmetry Isn’t Always the Goal Weddings are looking a little different these days — and honestly, that’s a beautiful thing. The days of matching bridesmaid and groomsman headcounts are quickly becoming a thing of the past, as more couples choose connection over symmetry and authenticity over […]

The Art of an Uneven Wedding Party

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The Rise of The Seated Bridal Party

Planning, Weddings

The seated bridal party is becoming one of 2025’s most meaningful wedding trends — combining comfort, beauty, and inclusion into a ceremony that feels like you.

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Bride and groom with their wedding party in green dresses and tan suits, smiling outdoors at a rustic wedding venue surrounded by trees. Bride and groom with their wedding party in green dresses and tan suits, smiling outdoors at a rustic wedding venue surrounded by trees.

Selecting your wedding party doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This guide shares practical tips to help you choose with intention, avoid drama, and enjoy the journey.

Guide to Selecting Your Wedding Party

Planning, Weddings

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Outdoor vs. Indoor Weddings

Planning, Weddings

Trying to decide between an outdoor vs indoor wedding venue? This guide breaks down the pros and cons of each to help you choose the perfect setting for your ceremony.

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As wedding seasons evolve, so does the art of wedding photography. Couples today are looking for unique and creative ways to capture their special day, and photographers are stepping up to the challenge. If you’re planning a wedding in 2023 or are a professional photographer, it’s essential to stay up-to-date with the latest wedding photography […]

Top Wedding Photography Trends for 2023 – 2024

Photography

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Candid vs. Traditional Wedding Photography

Photography, Weddings

Your wedding day is a unique and emotional experience, filled with beautiful moments you’ll want to remember forever. Capturing these moments through photography is an essential aspect of your big day. However, choosing the right style of wedding photography can be a daunting decision. Two prominent styles often come into focus: candid and traditional wedding […]

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To Tip or Not to Tip Your Photographer Photography is a remarkable art form that has the power to capture the essence of life’s most precious moments. Whether it’s your wedding day, a family portrait session, or a significant life event, photographers invest their time, skill, and creativity to ensure that these memories are preserved […]

Do You Tip Your Wedding Photographer?

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