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Why you should elope on the Oregon Coast

Why you should elope on the Oregon coast Are you planning a dreamy Oregon elopement? Want to see some more inspiration or know how it will work? Well, there are so many reasons to elope in this beautiful area! The coast features iconic rock formations, rugged seaside cliffs, cute little towns, and sandy beaches. It’s […]

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Benefits of eloping vs. a traditional wedding

The benefits of eloping vs. a traditional wedding You’re engaged! Congratulations! Now comes the most important part when you start planning for the iconic day. However, you may be trying to decide if you should either elope or have a traditional wedding. I’m here to let you know the benefits of having an elopement on […]

How To Elope In Hawaii

How to Elope in Hawaii Are you thinking about eloping in Hawaii? You might be asking yourself how to elope in Hawaii in the first place? There is a lot that can go into planning an elopement, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. As someone who has photographed an elopement in Hawaii, I can […]

Wedding Flower Power by Vincent Blooming

Nothing brings a wedding day to life like stunning local flowers put together by a local florist. They bring our senses to life with their fresh scent and eye-catching colors. So, when I picture a wedding I imagine the bride walking down the aisle with a bunch of flowers in her hand created by Indianapolis […]

How to Prep for Flawless Engagement Photos

As a photographer, I love taking engagement pictures. It’s an exciting time when a couple is still giddy over their new relationship status, but the stress of the big wedding is still far away. But here’s the thing: most couples I shoot with aren’t models. This means they’re sometimes nervous or unsure of how to […]

Disco Fever Bride Editorial

It’s a tale as old as time: You find your dream wedding dress only to look at the price tag and think, “All that for something I’m only gonna wear once?” Not always the most exciting feeling. So many of my bridal clients talk about the pain of this exact situation that finally one day […]

Make Your Rainy Wedding Day Shine

I meet so many people who have been planning their wedding day since they were young. They always pictured their perfect white dress, the perfect location, and, of course, the perfect cloudless day to say I do. Unfortunately, you can’t plan the weather for your big day. Sometimes, it just rains. That’s what happened to […]

Old Hollywood New Year’s Eve Wedding

New Year’s Eve is a time for new beginnings, new goals, and for Kellie and Jordan, a brand new stage of life. There is something so special about getting all dolled up with your family and friends on one of the best holidays of the year to celebrate the love between two people. If you […]

Tips for a Dreamy Destination Elopement

An intimate elopement on the island of Oahu in Hawaii in Kualoa Regional Park. How to have an intimate elopement in Hawaii. Destination elopement.

Kelsey & Mikey’s Garden farm styled shoot

Indianapolis Wedding Photographer JustJess photography

Kelsey TheGoodrichWife and Mikey’s garden farm styled couple shoot in Indianapolis