Gabrielle & William | Las Vegas Strip Post Chapel Ceremony Elopement Session
When Gabrielle reach out to me, she expressed to me that she and William wanted some fun photos of the two of them post-ceremony along the famous Las Vegas Strip to celebrate their elopement day and to have images from the day to share with family and friends.
While they opted to have their formal legal ceremony at one of the chapels many Las Vegas chapels, we discussed going with one of the post-elopement photo sessions we offer to accommodate couples who decided to get legally married at a chapel. Many of the chapels in Las Vegas do not allow outside photographers or have an outside vendor fee. As a result, couples like Gabrielle and William, often plan a separate session with a photographer to capture photos at a location of their choice.
After their ceremony at the Chapel of Chrystals, the two met me at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino for their mini post-ceremony session. This package allows couples to have a 30-minute session at one location of their choice. The reason the two of them choose Bellagio was for the breathtaking views of the Paris Hotel Effiel Tower and the infamous Bellagio Fountains.
From the moment they arrived to throughout the session, it was clear how much love these two had for each other. Their laughs were infectious and the two of them complemented each other. We began right outside the entrance to the casino overlooking the fountains and with Paris Hotel & Casino’s Effiel Tower in the background.
With all of my sessions, I advise couples it’s important to have solo photos of each individual. Not only is it nice for each of you to have photos of yourself and your significant other but often family (especially parents and grandparents) love these shots too!
We ended the last few minutes of their session on Las Vegas Boulevard (aka The Las Vegas Strip) to watch the Bellagio Fountain show. The show song is different every time and the fountains go off every thirty minutes in the afternoon.
40+ Formal Photo Groupings for Weddings
There are so many photos you may want to capture on your wedding days; tons of guest, members of your wedding party, as well as family members you may not always see and want to document this moment together. We have comprised a list of the 40+ most common wedding formal photo groupings you may want to consider for your big day!
There are so many photos you may want to capture on your wedding days; tons of guest, members of your wedding party, as well as family members you may not always see and want to document this moment together. We have comprised a list of the 40+ most common wedding formal photo groupings you may want to consider for your big day!
By no means is this list extensive and all photos may not be applicable to your day, but its a good starting point to get you and your partner thinking about those photos that are a must!
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Partner 1 + Partner 2
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1s Parent(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 1s Parent(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1s Parent(s) + Sibling(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 1s Parent(s) + Sibling(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Sibling(s)
Partner 1 Sibling(s) (Can be individual shots for each too)
Partner 2 + Partner 2s Parent(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 2s Parent(s)
Partner 2 + Partner 2s Parent(s) + Sibling(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 2s Parent(s) + Sibling(s)
Partner 2 + Sibling(s) (Can be individual shots for each too)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Sibling(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 1 wedding party
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1s wedding party
Partner 2 with Partner 1 wedding party
Partner 1 + Person of Honor 1
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Person of Honor 1
Partner 1 + Individual with each Partner 1 wedding party
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1 wedding party + Partner 2s wedding party
Partner 1 wedding party + Partner 2s wedding party
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 2s wedding party
Partner 2 + Partner 2s wedding party
Partner 1 + Partner 2s wedding party
Partner 2 + Person of Honor 2
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Person of Honor 2
Partner 2+ Individual with each Partner 2 wedding party
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1 Person of Honor + Partner 2 Person of Honor
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Flower girl(s)
Partner 1 + Flower girl(s)
Partner 2 + Flower girl(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Ring Bearer(s)
Partner 2 + Ring Bearer(s)
Partner 1 + Ring Bearer(s)
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1s Grandparents
Partner 1 + Partner 1s Grandparents
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 2s Grandparents
Partner 2 + Partner 2s Grandparents
Partner 1 + Partner 2 + Partner 1’s Special Individual(s)
Partner 1 + + Partner 1’s Special Individual(s)
Partner 1 Partner 2 + Partner 2s Special Individual(s)
Partner 2 + Partner 2s Special Individual(s)
Group Shot
Surprise Proposal Central Park Zach + Kate
Central Park, New York City is the perfect spot for a surprise proposal. The proposal turned out simply magical thanks to the fall leaves and a couple unconditionally in love. Check out some of these shots, a bit about Zach + Kate, and of course engagement inspiration.
Surprise proposals are some of my favorite sessions for two reasons.
I love working with the individual who is going to propose to come up with a plan that will ensure they are able to capture everything they want during the session but also help them flesh out back up plans as mother nature is unpredictable.
The surprise factor! I always sit at these sessions with butterflies in my stomach and nerves as I wait for the proposal to happen.
Each proposal is so unique and special and I am honored to be apart of them. This one was no different as Zach had the most detailed, yet secretive plan to propose to Kate. Zach and Kate were visiting New York from the west coast. New York is a special city for them as they have spent many trips exploring each section of the big apple. Kate thought this trip was to go to see a show with her mother, nothing out of the ordinary. Little did she know that Zach had a bigger surprise.
Central Park is a favorite spot for the couple. Zach informed Kate that prior to dinner and a show with her mom he wanted to walk through the park since it was autumn and the trees had finally just changed. Both Zach and Kate love to be “present” when they travel so a peaceful walk through the park was perfect.
Bow Bridge would be the spot for this proposal, nestled in the heart of the park among stunning autumn colored trees. After the big moment, Kate, of course, said yes! We explored the city and found adorable spots to capture and express their love through photographs.
Tips For Having The Best Wedding/ Elopement Makeup Ever!
Carla Balzano, joining us on the blog today for some makeup tips for your big day! She is the owner of Creative Contour By Carla and has years of experience in the industry. It is so important for couples to know how to choose the best makeup artist for their day as well as how to make sure your skin is flawless the day of! Check out her tips and advice for all this and more.
We are honored to have the owner of Creative Contour By Carla, Carla Balzano, joining us on the blog today for some makeup tips for your big day! Carla has years of experience and is well versed in not only makeup but how to make all complexions look flawless on your big day. We have had the pleasure of working with Carla on shoots and her work speaks for itself with her ability to find the perfect balance, making make up flawless for her clients, ensuring it photographs and videos beautifully while lasting the whole day. Check out her these tips, some advice, as well as her work below.
Hey, beauties! I am so excited to be featured today!
Of course, on your wedding day, you want beautiful photos as a memory. There are several factors that contribute to beautiful photos that do not involve the camera. One of those factors is makeup! Beauties, if you have had a professional makeup appointment in the past, you are aware that there are certain techniques that makeup artists use to create a beautiful look. These are often techniques that you do not do in your everyday makeup look. This is the exact reason why you want to hire a professional makeup artist for your wedding makeup.
As professionals, we understand how bone structure, face shape, eye shape, and skin conditions affect your makeup look. In order to have gorgeous makeup, you must also take care of your skin! Today I want to give you some tips and tricks on looking for your ideal wedding makeup artist, and how to have beautiful skin for your wedding day!
First, let’s talk about how to find your ideal wedding makeup artist. This topic can be difficult because there are so many options! I also want to clarify, that it’s more than just makeup. Here are my tips for finding your ideal wedding makeup artist:
You Like Their Portfolio
That’s right beauties, you have to love their work! It may seem silly because it’s so obvious. However, you need to be able to envision yourself as one of the brides displayed in the artist’s portfolio. I can attest that yes, we will show you off!
Communication
This is a huge factor, beauties. How does the artist communicate? Of course, we all get busy sometimes, but a general rule is responding within 24-48 hours. I pride myself on excellent communication with my brides to answer any questions that you may have. I also recommend picking up the phone and chatting with your artist! I offer complimentary 15-minute phone consultations for all brides. Sometimes it’s nice to know there’s an actual human on the other end.
Professionalism
So this is a bit broad and also includes communication. However, as a professional, I pride myself on, for lack of a better word, my professionalism. Your artist will have stellar communication with you, but will also provide a sense of care. You should feel like you are being taken care of.
So beauties, that’s just a few of my tips on hiring your ideal wedding makeup artist! Let’s move right into beautiful skin! Of course, gorgeous makeup= gorgeous wedding photos, but that is only one factor. If you want to have beautiful makeup, you must first have beautiful skin! If you are able, I recommend having regular facials monthly until your wedding. This will help initiate your skincare routine.
If you are unable to have regular facials before your wedding day, you should have a solid skincare routine. For those of you who don’t know this, I am all about my skincare. I swear that skincare is my religion! After all, your skin is the canvas for makeup! I’ve created a simple, yet effective skincare routine that is four (4) easy steps:
1. Cleanse, 2. Exfoliate, 3. Mask, 4. Moisturize.
My beautiful brides-to-be, it’s that easy and you can start incorporating this routine today! And of course, if you have any questions about wedding makeup and beautiful skin, feel free to send me an email or reach out on social media
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Surprise Proposal: Hussain + Fatima
This year, I have been blessed with the opportunity to capture a special moment in many couples’ relationships; the proposal. The moment one loved one, gets down on one knee, and ask their current girlfriend/ boyfriend to spend the rest of their lives together.
This year, I have been blessed with the opportunity to capture a special moment in many couples’ relationships; the proposal. The moment one loved one, gets down on one knee, and ask their current girlfriend/ boyfriend to spend the rest of their lives together.
Yes, each proposal has similarities but each also has its own special moments; something I am blessed to be able to capture. This couple was no different: local to Cleveland, Ohio. Hussain and Fatima's love ran deep. Here on business, Hussain planned this magical Boston Public Garden Proposal for weeks without Fatima every knowing.
He wanted to make sure everything he knew his fiancé would want was captured. He found a romantic secluded spot within the Public Garden to pop the question, hired a photographer to capture the moment (me!), and he ensured his soon to be fiancé looked stunning and had no idea what was about to happen (nails done, hair done, beautiful gown.)
On top of all this, the happily engaged couple celebrated at Deuxave in Back Bay, Boston. The most magical part of this whole ceremony, in my opinion, was not only the proposal but Hussain had the date of the first time the couple hung out engraved into the band (MEN TAKE NOTE!!). A staged proposal we did on the bridge was caught via drone by a local college student.
