top of page

The
BLOG
Search
The Shot List (Advice & Answers)


How to Plan a Wedding Under $5k
Planning a wedding under $5k is completely possible with the right strategy. From sourcing flowers at Costco or farmers markets to rethinkin


What Am I Forgetting? The Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist for Brides Who Feel Behind
Feeling like you’re forgetting something in your wedding planning? You’re not alone! This ultimate checklist breaks down exactly wh


How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Do You Actually Need
Every wedding is unique! Find out whether 5 hours or 10+ hours of photography is the perfect fit for your day.


When Should You Book Your Wedding Photographer? Hint: If you're reading this, the time is probably now.
Wondering when to book your wedding photographer? The answer might surprise you! Popular photographers (especially the ones you’ve been eyeing!) often book up 12–18 months in advance. With our affordable prices and high demand, we sometimes get multiple inquiries for the same date and have to turn couples away. Booking early means you’ll secure your spot, enjoy the full experience, and relax knowing one of your biggest wedding decisions is done!


Posing Tips (and Why You Don’t Need to Worry About Them)
Most couples tell us they’re “awkward” in front of the camera, but here’s the secret, the more you overthink posing, the stiffer you look!


I Just Got Engaged!… Now What?
Just got engaged? 💍 Start planning stress-free! Use code PWSRJP for discounted tickets to the Puyallup Wedding Show, Nov 8, 2025


Wedding Show Tips: Make the Most of the Seattle, Tacoma, Puyallup, and Kitsap Wedding Expos (And Where to Find Us!)
Wedding expos like the Seattle Wedding Show, Puyallup Wedding Show, Seattle Bridal & Wedding Expo, Tacoma Wedding Show, and Kitsap...


When Summer Weddings Bring Rain: How to Embrace It and Get Stunning Photos
Summer rain on your wedding day? Discover how to embrace it, create unforgettable moments, and get stunning, joy-filled photos.


How to Survive Your Wedding Day in a Heatwave: 8 Tips for Staying Cool and Photo-Ready
Beat the heat at your summer wedding with tips to stay cool, comfortable, and photo-ready all day long.


Behind the Lens: A Day in the Life of a Pacific Northwest Wedding Photographer
we’re giving you a peek at what a wedding day really looks like for us, from the night before your big day all the way to when we finally kick off our shoes, back up your photos, and collapse into bed with smiles (and maybe a slice of leftover cake).


The Secret to a Smooth Wedding Morning (and Gorgeous Photos)
The secret to a smooth wedding morning


5 Wedding Day Mistakes to Avoid (From a Photographer Who’s Seen It All)
After photographing weddings for nearly two decades, I’ve learned that it’s not always the big, obvious things that can throw off a...


Why Elopements Might Be the Best Wedding Decision You'll Ever Make
Let’s be real - big weddings aren’t for everyone. And if the thought of seating charts, strict timelines, and being the center of...


How to Choose the Best Wedding Photographer for You - Tips for Finding Someone Who Truly Gets You & Your Day
Let’s be real - when the cake’s been eaten and the flowers have wilted, your wedding photos are what you'll have to look back on for a...


The Kelley Farm and 6 More Must-See Wedding Venues in the Seattle - Tacoma Area
The Kelley Farm - Bonney Lake, WA One of the best parts of being wedding photographers in the PNW is getting to work at some of the most...
bottom of page


