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Engagement Photoshoot / Pre-Wedding Photoshoot Ideas and Inspiration

Rocky Mountain Pre-Wedding Photoshoot

Introduction Engagement photoshoots are an important aspect of wedding photography that can help to capture a couple’s unique love story. Not only do these photos serve as beautiful keepsakes, but they also offer a glimpse into the couple’s personalities and the love they share. As a wedding photographer, it is important to have a solid […]

Wedding Etiquette: Offering Advice on Wedding Etiquette, Such as Addressing Invitations, Thanking Guests, and Handling Difficult Situations, a Useful Resource for Couples Getting Married

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  Wedding etiquette is an important consideration for couples as they plan and execute their big day. From addressing invitations to thanking guests, there are many details to consider in order to ensure that everything goes smoothly and all of your guests feel welcomed and appreciated. One aspect of wedding etiquette that is often a […]

Wedding Photography Styles: Traditional vs. Photojournalistic

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  When it comes to capturing the memories of your big day, choosing the right wedding photographer is crucial. One of the main decisions you’ll need to make is what style of photography you want for your wedding. There are two main approaches to wedding photography: traditional and photojournalistic. In this article, we’ll explore the […]

2023 Wedding Ideas, Trends, & Styles: Personalization, Sustainability, Interactive Entertainment, Special Venues, and Meaningful Experiences from Virtual Planning to Dessert Bars and Unique Attire

2023 Wedding Ideas

  As the year 2023 approaches, couples planning their weddings may be wondering what the latest trends will be for their big day. Here are some of the top wedding ideas/trends that we predict will be popular in 2023:   Sustainable and eco-friendly celebrations: With increasing awareness about the impact of events on the environment, […]

How to Create a Wedding Day Timeline for Photography

How To Create a Wedding Day Timeline For Photography

  Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to coordinating all of the different vendors and timelines. One important element that often gets overlooked is photography. Ensuring that you have a clear and well-planned timeline for your photography can help ensure that you get the beautiful, memorable […]

Why Wedding Album is a Good Investment?

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>   A storybook wedding album is a tangible reminder of one of the most special days in a couple’s life. It’s a place to store and display all of the beautiful memories and moments from the big day, and it serves as a way to relive the excitement and emotion of the event for […]

12 Pre-Wedding Beauty Tips

12 Pre-Wedding Beauty Tips

What are important Pre-Wedding Beauty Tips?     12 Pre-Wedding Beauty Tips   Pick a SPA that offers luxurious facial and body massage Pick one with good reviews from previous brides Start getting facial and body massage at least couple months before the wedding (every 15 days or so) to keep skin looking healthier and […]

Wedding Planning Checklist

Wedding Planning Checklist Chicago Wedding Photographer DARS Photography

The Best Wedding Planning Checklist You want to keep your wedding organized, fun, and enjoyable for everyone!  Ideal thing to do is start at least 12 to 18 months in advance and start planning.  You will have more choices for all the wedding vendors and be able to get a discount for booking early.   […]

11 Tips for Brides on Getting Ready for Wedding Ceremony

11 Tips for brides on getting ready for wedding ceremony

  What you should be doing the morning of your wedding as you are getting ready Here are some tips for brides on getting ready for wedding ceremony to ease up some stress & help you plan your day better. Being a lady photographer, I know how important it is to look and feel good […]

How To Choose The BEST Wedding Photographer

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What are the qualities of an ideal wedding photographer? This question comes up as a couple decides on their big day!  Here is a checklist and some information that will be helpful.  At DARS Photography, we go over some key details with all of our clients to make sure they have it well arranged before […]