Wedding Coordinator vs. Venue Coordinator: Understanding the Difference (and Why It Matters)
One of the most underrated questions that I wish more couples would ask is:“Our venue includes a coordinator—do we still need a wedding coordinator?” It’s an important question. The confusion around these roles is incredibly common, especially when you’re juggling dozens of decisions and trying to stay within budget. It’s so common that many couples […]
A Photographer’s Guide to a Gold Mountain Golf Club Wedding in Bremerton, WA
If you’re planning a wedding in Kitsap County and love the idea of lush Pacific Northwest scenery paired with an elegant, well-run venue, Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton, Washington is one of those places that truly delivers. As a local Kitsap County wedding photographer who has photographed multiple weddings at Gold Mountain—and who lives […]
Summer Ray’s Boathouse Wedding | Ingrid & Juno’s Waterfront Celebration in Seattle
Some wedding days feel like pure sunshine — warm, joyful, and full of tiny, thoughtful moments that reflect exactly who a couple is. This Ray’s Boathouse Wedding for Ingrid & Juno was exactly that kind of day. From their sweet first look at Golden Gardens Park in Seattle to their heartfelt tea ceremony and a sunset […]
Romantic W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory Engagement Session in Tacoma, WA
Stepping into this W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory engagement session in Tacoma felt like wandering into a hidden tropical paradise — the warm air, the lush plants, and the colorful blooms all create the perfect setting for a romantic engagement session. For this sweet couple, the conservatory was the dreamiest backdrop to celebrate four years together. […]
Wedding Budget Guide: How to Create a Realistic Wedding Budget
Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting times in a couple’s life, but setting a wedding budget can quickly become overwhelming. With the average U.S. wedding costing over $30,000, many couples experience sticker shock when they start getting quotes from vendors. What seems like a “budget” option to one couple might be a […]
Best Wedding Venues in Kitsap County: A Photographer’s Insider Guide
Finding the perfect place to say “I do” is one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning, and wedding venues in Kitsap County offer some of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning settings for your special day. As a local photographer who has captured countless weddings across the region, I’ve learned what makes a venue […]