I’m kicking off the week with a feature on backdrops. Let’s talk about the importance of backdrops for your ceremony and reception. In order to really understand how important the backdrop is, think about it like this: How many images from a wedding will include either the backdrop during the ceremony or of the head…
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I’d like to talk a bit about uplighting and the importance of knowing what to expect. Brides: if you opt to plan your own wedding, you absolutely need to be in the know in regards to lighting options. Are you talking to your reception venue vendor/Light and Sound vendor about the type of lighting you…
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When John and Sandi asked me to photograph their wedding, I don’t really think I fully understood how magnificent it was going to be. I mean, we corresponded frequently via email and Facebook, and I obsessed over her Pinterest Boards, but for some reason, it didn’t really sink in until about 10 minutes before the…
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what a seriously fun wedding! Congrats to the couple, I can imagine they have a great relationship! Great capture, Erica!
We didn’t treat you like family, you ARE family as far as I am concerned! That’s just how we roll in Texas. 
Thank YOU for these amazing images. I really have gotten to relive the day looking through them. My only wish was that you hadn’t gotten so stressed out over it and that you got to actually enjoy the day too You did an above and beyond job. I am lucky to have such talented people in my life. Each and every one of y’all inspires me to try new things and look at life in new ways. Big hugs from Texas!
JoJo
Hey Erica – it dawned on me that someone might want to know who the individual burlesque acts were. Broads and Panties ran the show that included:
Levi DesPeu Chapeaux – the lovely but deadly lady above with a ray gun
Dorian D’Muerta – the hula hooping beauty queen who never missed a beat
Pixie O’Kneel- Shimming beauty and her sword
Vivienne Vermuth – HBIC ‘Head Beauty in Charge’ – and lovely in red from head to foot above
Lula Hoop Garou – the amazing stripping TARDIS – a Doctor Who dream come true
I totally forgot to add our emcee!! i have no idea how I could ever forget Miss Violet O’Hara!!
2012 came in like a lamb and went out like a lion. My busiest year yet! For this year’s Year End Wrap Up Blog Post, I thought I’d separate it into categories: Prep, First Looks, Portraits and Creatives, Details, Ceremony, Candids, and Reception/Cocktail Hour. To my clients: I am more grateful for you than you…
Erica,
These images are all so stunning. I am proud to have chosen you as our wedding photographer. Everytime I look at our wedding album and photos, I am in love even more. You truly captured the love, laughter, tears, and joy of our day. I couldn’t be happier with the work you did. You are an amazing photographer and a fabulous person. Thank you for all of the hard work and for putting your heart and soul into everything you do.
Love always,
Ashlyn
Ashlyn,
You have been such a wonderful supporter of me and my business and I couldn’t be more grateful to you for it.
Yours and Kevin’s wedding has a special place in my heart and a vital role in my portfolio.
Next time you’re in town, get in touch with me. I’d love to go for coffee and chat.
Miss you guys!
-e
Erica! I so enjoyed looking at all of these! YOU and your 2012 weddings are amazing!! I feel the same way Ashlyn does! I am so happy we chose you! I first saw your work looking at Jenna and Bill’s photos and was absolutely in love with all of them I just knew you were the one for us!
Love, Amy
I remember meeting with Russ and Erin at Petey’s in Monmouth like it was yesterday. I knew immediately that I wanted to work with them. They were sweet, laid back, and Erin’s adorable sense of humor won me over right away. I remember leaving the meeting so unsure if they would book with me. When…
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Gorgeous, Erica! You make me want to get married again so you can take my pictures!! Beautiful couple!! Congrats!!
Gah! Christine! Thanks for stopping by!!
Time to renew your vows so I can come photograph it. 
GORGEOUS work!
Thank you so much, Jen!
Oh where to begin! I remember the day Nick, Amanda, and I met. It was at The Galesburg Wedding/Bridal Show. I knew immediately that I wanted to work with them because of how authentic and sincere they were. Plus, sometimes when you shake someone’s hand, you just know. You get a feeling about their…
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Okay, I’m going out a limb here, but how many of you photographers out there get texts like this? In 2 different photography forums this morning alone, I see people having this issue. I’m admittedly shocked as this is not…
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Love this!!! Its a great post about the TRUTH! It does happen and it happens all to frequently. I had it happen to me with a wedding last year for my bro-in-law and I didn’t even get acknowledgment for the images they posted on fb. =( It’s hurtful and it’s easier to keep being family/friends seperate from business. =) Be honest and be strong! Thank you again for this post!!!! <3's
That bites, Trina! Sorry that happened to you. Chalk it up to lesson learned, right?
I agree with you. Be honest and be strong. <3
Thank you for stopping by and commenting. It means a lot.
Very well-written! And very true. Thanks for sharing.
I received an email today that is very similar to several emails I’ve received in the past. I thought maybe it would be a good idea to blog about it so that other people could (hopefully) benefit from it. It is NOT meant to be discouraging. In fact, if I can do it, so can…
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Great post! You are always such an inspiration to me as well as a TON of others! ?
This is a fantastic post, Erica! Thank you for writing it!
Love it! Thanks for sharing!
The first week of August is celebrated by mothers, health care officials, and breastfeeding proponents all over the world as World Breastfeeding Week. La Lech League International is an international organization created by 7 women in 1958 in order to provide information and support to breastfeeding mothers. “Our Mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed…
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I’m preggo and due in November! I plan to breast feed and would love this opportunity to win! Thanks!
Great post Erica! World breastfeeding week couldn’t have come at a better time as I get to celebrate with a baby on my boob!
I am about 18 weeks pregnant with my first and I plan on breastfeeding. Winning this would be a great opportunity for me to get to know you as a fellow photographer abd get to have my maternity shots done by you.
One of the things I am looking forward to about being a mother is bonding with my son during breastfeeding. I wish we had a LLL chapter in Quincy.
I love this! Happy World Breastfeeding Week everyone! Love the time my daughter and I get together while she’s nursing!!
Kevin and Ashlyn, thank you so much for choosing me to document the love you have for each other, the love you share with your families, and for choosing me to capture every detail of such a special day in your lives. My goal is for you and your families to be able to look…
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