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Annesdale Mansion Wedding- Memphis Wedding Photographer-[Adee + Austin]

February 24, 2022

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Adee + Austin’s Annesdale Mansion Wedding is one to gawk over. Just look at these two!

I am still climbing out of the dark hole that 2020 left us in, in terms of catching up on the media/blogging portion of our job, but we shot so many gorgeous weddings that still deserve your attention.

If Adee and Austin look familiar to you it may be from their sweet engagement post.

As if they could get ANY cuter, Adee + Austin added baby MAPLE to their little family, and we are SO glad they had their pups in a few of their photos that are SURE to be everyone’s fave!

Annesdale Mansion is perfect in so many ways but one of its most appealing features is the inside, SPECIFICALLY if it rains. Adee + Austin had a tiny bit of rain of their wedding day, but with a venue as stunning as Annesdale, it honestly doesn’t matter. Take a peek at where Adee put her dress on: a stark white room with vaulted ceilings. We also did one set of family photos in this room, due to weather and it still looks perfect. Since Adee + Austin’s wedding was in November, they thought through potential temperature issues, which is thoughtful considering you don’t want your guests to freeze.

John Mark did an exceptional job on Adee + Austin’s florals, per usual. The arch in the garden made such a statement and the guests were absolutely speechless over it. One of the most fun parts of Adee + Austin’s wedding day was their reception. The music was amazing, the food was amazing, and the coolest part- a cheese dip FOUNTAIN. You heard that correctly, a cheese dip fountain. Be sure to check out that photo down below!

You guys enjoy!

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Orion Hill Wedding- Memphis Wedding Photographer- [Mallory + Grant]

January 19, 2022

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Engagement Session Etiquette

August 26, 2021

Tips, tricks, and advice to make your engagement session run smoothly, fun, and efficient!

Nervous about your engagement session? Don’t worry, that’s completely normal, you won’t feel that way for very long! John and I designed this PDF to set you up for pure success for your engagement session. This is a MUST READ!

Question: Typically how long are engagement sessions?

Answer: Expect to spend about 1 to 1.5 hours at your engagement session. Arrive completely dressed and ready at least 10 minutes before your session, so we can start right on time.

Question: How many outfits can we wear at our engagement session?

Answer: We suggest no more than two outfits for our 1.5 hour timeframe. Our couples will usually wear a dressy outfit and a casual outfit, and we spend about 45 minutes in each outfit. Additional outfit changes take time, and that cuts into available daylight, as well as your engagement session time. Additional time can be purchased for engagement sessions, but this will need to be discussed prior to your engagement session date.

Question: What happens if it rains/overcast skies/high winds?

Answer: Short answer, we reschedule. While rescheduling throws a wrench in everyone’s plans, none of us can control the weather, and the last thing we want for you is to pay for images (not to mention, hair and makeup) that you are disappointed in. As you know, we can’t shoot in the rain, so we will be sure to watch the weather closely and contact you with as much notice as possible. Since Memphis weather can sometimes be pretty unpredictable, we ask that you stay flexible if we do have to make the call to reschedule. Be sure to refer to this portion of your contract for more information.

Question: Can we bring our dog(s)?

Answer: ABSOLUTELY! We LOVE when our couples bring their dog(s)! The *only* thing we require when fur babies are involved is that you have another person there with you to help assist with the pet. Pet photos only take about 10 minutes of time, so we always like to do those first. Have someone come to the session for the first 10 minutes, to help get the pet’s attention (with treats, toys, etc) and then after those 10 minutes, have that person leave with your pet!

Question: Can my parent/ friend come hang out with all of us/watch during the session?

Answer: While we love friends and family, we’ve found our couples do better when no one else is hanging around with them, so we kindly ask that you two show up without anyone else!

Question: Can we pick our location for our engagement session?

Answer: Absolutely! We like to make suggestions because we know which locations photograph well, but we’re happy to shoot where you’d like! Keep in mind as your contract mentions, downtown Memphis engagement sessions are an additional $150. Refer to that portion of your contract for more info!

Question: Are we going to have a blast at our engagement session?

Answer: Absolutely, and we cannot wait!

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Annesdale Mansion Engagement Session-Memphis Wedding Photographer [Katie + Matt]

April 21, 2021

If you like glitter, sequins, confetti, and all things sparkly, Katie is YOUR glass of bubbly. I can’t think of the Kate Spade quote “She had a cocktail in her hand and confetti in her hair” without thinking of Katie

I know typically engagement blogs are about the incredible couple, and I promise to get to that, but I first have to spill my guts about Katie. The first time I met Katie was when she hired us to do a branding shoot for her wedding planning business. She looked like a real life Barbie, and we loved every single thing about her brand. We got to meet her precious mom, and golden doodle, and even got to play with confetti. We have loved Katie since day one. Before Matt and Katie’s engagement session, we got to work with Katie at a giant wedding we photographed last July at Annesdale Mansion. It was one of the largest weddings we’ve ever photographed, and it was also one of the most detailed, and organized weddings we had ever done. Katie handled it flawlessly like the absolute pro she is. John and I were so impressed, but honestly, we’d expect nothing less from this Queen. I mentioned this when I first posted engagement session sneak peeks, but what I love most about Katie is, she knows what she wants. Girls can be indecisive, I struggle with that myself, and I work with hundreds of wonderful ladies who find themselves with the same struggle, not Katie. She’s so confident in herself and in her decisions. I may be a tiny bit older (hold the tiny) but I truly look up to sweet Katie.

We will never get over how special it is to be hired by any person, but there is something so humbling, and so special when someone in the wedding industry asks you to be a part of their big day. John and I celebrated with our own happy dance (and champagne) when Katie inquired with us for she and Matt’s wedding! We were super excited to do Katie + Matt’s engagement session at Annesdale Mansion. This was the first time we met Matt, and he was the perfect, calm compliment to Katie’s bubbly, high energy personality (very similar to John + my relationship!) Matt was the perfect go with the flow groom we love so much.

Since their engagement, Katie and I often cut up via text, and chat about all things weddings. Recently, the four of us got together and Katie and Matt were kind enough to treat us to dinner. Once again, we weren’t surprised because these two are so generous, so kind, and all around wonderful souls.

We cannot wait to photograph AND film Katie + Matt’s wedding NEXT month at The Jefferson. Y’all be sure to leave them some love!

Makeup by none other than Queen Kasey Acuff!

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Rustic Engagement Session- Memphis Wedding Photographer [Livie + Landon]

September 23, 2020

Livie + Landon’s rustic engagement session is beyond dreamy. We didn’t get to meet these two cuties until this engagement session, but it took no time to feel like we were just catching up with old friends. Livie + Landon had the most gorgeous, sunny day for their engagement session and we loved their Fall outfit choices.

These two are such a fun couple. You can tell they simply just enjoy being together. Whether they are just spending time at home cooking dinner by themselves or cheering on the Tennessee Titans at a game, together is there very favorite place to be. Livie’s bio on her Instagram says “hold on to the good things” and it’s safe to say these two hold on to each other.

In hindsight, it’s actually pretty funny that John jokingly offered Landon a beer during their session, after we chatted about our favorite beverages. Any guesses what kind of beer Landon had? A Corona. If only we would have known in 2019 just how much that word would be around. Livie + Landon had to make the difficult decision to postpone their wedding from June to September due to COVID-19. This year has been so hard on all walks of life, but I feel so badly for couples getting married this year. Thankfully, these two are getting married THIS WEEKEND! Their day is finally coming and we’re ecstatic to be a part of their vendor team.

Livie + Landon are getting married on Friday at Orion Hill! We can’t wait to spend their day with them! You guys enjoy!