How to Plan a Spring Wedding in Hampton Roads | Business

How to Plan a Spring Wedding in Hampton Roads | Business

Today I'm excited to introduce my dear friend Holly of Just Dandy Events. She is a talented wedding planner in our area and is kindly bringing her expertise on planning a spring wedding in Hampton Roads to my blog. Read on to find out how to plan the perfect wedding for one of my favorite seasons!

Oh Virginia. I just love our sweet state. It has so much to offer, especially when it comes to weddings. And personally, my favorite season for a Virginia wedding is spring. The air has finally started to lose its chill and it’s not yet humid.  All the flowers are blooming and the colors are just incredible.  It’s the perfect balance between the harsh winter and the insanely hot summer...

The Biggest Wedding Time Stealers | Business

The Biggest Wedding Time Stealers | Business

Wedding day timelines are such a double-edged sword. They can either be your best friend or the biggest source of stress as you count down the hours until you're standing at the altar, ready to say I do. I work closely with brides and their wedding planners ahead of time to ensure the day flows smoothly, but there will almost always be unplanned-for circumstances that pop up at the last minute. After photographing countless weddings and seeing behind-the-scenes action, I have started to recognize a few key time-stealers that can cause stress without a good plan in place! 

Fortunately, none of these situations are inherently bad, and extra time buffers between events can allow for the unexpected. As you plan your wedding day keep these in mind, give yourself space for last-minute emergencies, and trust the professionals who are coordinating your day to handle any changes with ease...

The One Thing I Won't Do at a Wedding | Business

The One Thing I Won't Do at a Wedding | Business

Wedding photographers take on so many different roles at a wedding. Beforehand I create timelines, connect couples with their dream vendors, and talk brides through the whole process. At the wedding I pin boutonnieres, bustle dresses, calm nerves (for brides, family members, and the bridal party!), photograph each event with the wedding album in mind, make changes at the last minute, build friendships...the list goes on.

I have always said to brides, families, and vendors that I will do anything for them on a wedding day (even if there's a hurricane!), and this is fully true. However, after 4 years, in the business, I have realized there is one thing I refuse to do at weddings...