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Table of ContentsClient Direction Skills for Natural Engagement PhotographyPre-Session Preparations for Successful Client EngagementEffective Communication Tips for a Smooth Photo SessionBehavioral Cues and How to Direct Different PersonalitiesAddressing Challenges in Real-TimePost-Session Follow-Up: Building Client Satisfaction and Encouraging Future EngagementsContinuous Improvement: Learning from Each Photography Session Client Direction Skills for Natural Engagement Photography Before we get […]
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May 5, 2025
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Capturing the unique connection of an engagement session really benefits from having the right tools for the job! We know from experience that what’s in our camera bag can make a big difference between good photos and truly memorable images that couples will treasure. Having the appropriate gear helps solve technical challenges and opens up […]
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May 2, 2025
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The difference between ordinary and extraordinary engagement photos often lies in the smallest details. As a photographer who’s captured hundreds of couples in love, we’ve learned that these pre-wedding sessions create some of the most treasured images in a couple’s journey together—and they can be the secret ingredient that sets your photography business apart from […]
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April 28, 2025
If you’ve been reading our blog for a while now, and you don’t know that I am absolutely OBSESSED with fall, I would be so surprised!! Fall is my favorite season for so many reasons…
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October 14, 2016
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Every fall, Luke and I have a tradition that we now have decided to make time for every single year… and last week, we got the chance to take a little time out of a busy work day to make it happen…
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October 6, 2016
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Whew, did we have a whirlwind weekend together! As you saw here on the blog yesterday, we kicked off a mini work trip with a drive to Springfield for Carli and Cody’s engagement collection, which was truly THE best way to start off our trip! Goodness did we love our time with these guys!! You can see more of that post HERE… trust me when I tell you that you do not want to miss this engagement session…
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September 20, 2016
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It was Christmas Eve 2015. We were at my family’s house (The Bachtold’s), enjoying the night together. We were talking about goals and what we wanted to do in life, and my dad said something that stuck with me: “Set your paths on a long term goal. Make decisions based on where you want to be in 20 years.”
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September 8, 2016
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Woo!! This post has been in the works for a few months now! We are so excited to be announcing fall mini sessions yet again this year! We offered fall mini’s last fall, and we were overwhelmed by the amount of people who wanted to book… which made me super excited to offer them again this year!
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September 5, 2016
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Hi you guys, and happy hump day! Last week, Luke and I had the incredible opportunity to travel to the mountains in Tennessee for a week with my family. We drove about half a day to get there (with multiple stops for sweet cream vanilla cold brew at Starbucks and Chick Fil A for lunch, of course!), and it was completely worth it. This cabin is so special to me and my family, and it was amazing to be able to bring Luke along this year!
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August 3, 2016
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Cue the confetti! I've officially received your inquiry, and we couldn't be more excited to start this journey with you.
I'm now a full-time mama and a part-time photographer, but all messages will be responded to as soon as I'm able. Thank you for your patience! My average email response time is currently 3-5 days.
I cannot wait to chat soon!
