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Hiring a wedding photographer (or any wedding professional for that matter) can feel daunting. I remember going through the process with my husband, my Real Simple Wedding Guide in hand (may it rest in peace) trying to ask the right questions. If you’re anything like us, you’re excited, but also a little overwhelmed. You might […]

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June 12, 2019

Bride and Groom kissing on Main Street on Mackinac Island

5 Details to Consider Before Hiring a Wedding Photographer

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

Springtime in southeast Texas is pretty awesome. The weather is comfortable, the jasmine starts bursting and sending it’s luscious scent into the air and the prep for summer vacations begins. Even though I live here, I still consider Galveston a vacation destination. It’s kind of like when I worked at Disney and spent my days […]

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May 23, 2019

Spring Galveston Staycation Session – Galveston, Texas

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

vacation portrait of a woman at the koi mural in the alley between Church and Postoffice street in Galveston

Leah and Tori’s modern wedding at NOAH’s Event Venue in Sugar Land, Texas, was all about family and fun. They took a relaxed, understated approach and kept the details simple, while pouring into their entertainment. They paired bold navy blue with a soft pink color palette and added in hints of gold for flair. On […]

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May 10, 2019

Bride and bride share their first dance under the Edison bulb lighting at Noah's Event Venue

Modern Wedding at Noah’s Event Venue – Sugar Land, Texas

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

I’m talking with my good friend Katie from Pictures and Postcards Travel about how to plan a Walt Disney World bachelorette party trip. Katie and I met in 2001 while we were both interns on the Disney College Program at, then, Disney’s MGM Studios. Today Katie plans trips all over the world for her clients, […]

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April 10, 2019

How to Plan a Walt Disney World Bachelorette Party Trip

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

Disney princesses dancing in front of Cinderella's Castle

Woke up to some stellar news this morning! Degrees North Images is once again being honored as a 2019 Two Bright Lights Editors Choice Award winner! What does that even mean? Well, in short, it means publications really love my couples and families and the memories and photos we make together. The Editors Choice Awards […]

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February 20, 2019

Two Bright Lights

2019 Two Bright Lights Editors’ Choice Award Winner!

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

You just got engaged…Congratulations! You’re probably getting ready to change your relationship status, upload a proposal photo or ring selfie and tell your grandma the news. Those seem like obvious first steps to take right? Getting engaged is so exciting, but after the initial high, it can be really stressful. There are some things you […]

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January 23, 2019

Just Engaged? What to Do Before You Start Wedding Planning

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

Pear shaped diamond engagement ring

I’m am just beyond myself with today’s engagement session. Stephanie and Kurt joined me at the historic Carr Mansion on Galveston Island for a quiet afternoon engagement session. Proprietress Joellyn welcomed us into the bed & breakfast with open arms. This place is pretty much a manifestation of all of my house dreams! Interior designer […]

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January 12, 2019

Couple playing piano at Engagement session at the Carr Mansion

Carr Mansion Engagement Session – Galveston, Texas

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

Late last year I got a call from my cousin Kelly’s Aunt Lynnette. She was throwing my cousin’s wedding shower and was wondering if I’d be up for flying to Chicago to photograph it. Of course I said yes! The only stipulation was I had to keep it a secret. She wanted my being there […]

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December 6, 2018

Mint to Be Bridal Shower at Cooper’s Hawk- South Barrington, Illinois

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CLARIFY YOUR VISION

Bride and groom opening gifts at bridal shower at Cooper's Hawk