Consider this: ask your florist to do your portrait bouquet in silk. Then, it can be your toss bouquet at the wedding! It will save you just a little money and will give you “perfect” flowers for all your portraits, even if it’s windy or hot.

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Danielle Christenberry had a blustery bridal session at the Administration building at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. To avoid the wind, we spent a lot of time in the lobby of the building.Danielle will marry Marty Gallow on December 15th in Satillo, Texas.

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Joined by her maids, Allison’s bridal session at the campus of Texas A&M University was full of laughter and giggles and more laughter!

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In the early spring, I had the fabulous opportunity to shoot not only Amanda’s bridals, but also her with the groom’s son. It was a wonderfully amazing shoot that produced some truly funny moments. As you can see, Dylan is a bit of a ham. His energy kept us all laughing and smiling all afternoon!

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Hair

Dirty or gelled hair is easier to style and will hold an updo or curl longer. Either don’t wash your hair 24 hours before it will be styled, or wet your hair, run gel through all your layers, and let it dry. Also, check with your stylist who may have a preference for one or another. Don’t forget to wear a button-down shirt so that you don’t have to remove a pull-over with your fancy new do!

Veil

Consider using a ribbon to gather the veil (instead of a comb) and then use a bobby pin to pin the veil into your hair.

Flowers

Whether you plan to use fresh or silk flowers, have a bouquet made for the portrait session. Even if it’s a silk replica of your planned fresh bouquet, you’ll have a prop for the photos that will give you an entire other set of images to choose from. The silk can either become your toss bouquet or can be displayed in your home with other wedding photos and memories.

Shoes

Wear comfortable shoes that are taller than your wedding shoes, so you can keep the dress from touching the ground as much as possible. If the shoes are an important element to your attire, bring them along and we’ll do some shots with them, too.

“Assistants”

1-2 assistants can be a good thing. 3 or more can be chaos for both you and your photographer. Of course, if you happen to have quiet friends who will be helpful “behind the scenes”, you may be able to bring a small group.

Eat

posing can be tiring. Be sure you eat something substantial ~2 hours before the shoot.

Drink

Drink a moderate amount of water so you won’t get dehydrated. Just be careful not to drink too much.

Be Merry

If you are relaxed and laughing, you’ll have better images than if you are stoic and too “posed”. Plan to have fun with your shoot.

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On July 7, 2007, the most popular date in wedding history, Kim & Lance tied the knot at the historic Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas. To celebrate the occasion with a modern take on the “bridal portrait” I have designed a “movie” poster to decorate the mezzanine while guests enjoy post-ceremony hors ‘d oeuvres and view the cake.

Here is the final image.

Mr. & Mrs. Lance & Kim Parr met as Freshmen at Texas A&M University when they both joined the Aggie Cinema organization (later known as Film Society) in the Memorial Student Center. They’ve been engaged since 1993!

Congratulations on finally tying the knot! Kudos for doing it in such a uniqe, fun, and classic way!

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Jae McNew’s second bridal session was held on campus on a beautiful spring day. To add to her bridal portfolio, we took advantage of some pretty parts of the Texas A&M University campus.

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After two rain-outs, we were finally able to complete Kim Witt’s bridal session on the campus of Texas A&M University. Of course, we got rained on a little bit, but not enough to worry us.

Kim & Lance are getting married on Saturday (07.07.07), so we got in just in the nick of time!

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Shannon Maupin and the girls met at the Association of Former Students building at Texas A&M University for a lovely bridal session. The set also contains five “Wishes Do Come True” images that are part of a special collection for Shannon.

Shannon is one of the last few brides to be photographed on the famous staircase. Rennovations to the building are about to begin. The plan is to create more office space and also to bring the building up to current ADA standards.

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Jae McNew’s bridal sesssion began on campus and later moved to the Antique Rose Emporium for a beautiful session on a beautiful spring day.

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Tina Campos spends a day at some favorite campus spots….

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View Amanda’s bridal session online.

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