Join me in a heart-to-heart with the wedding world
Soulful Reflections
Don’t get me wrong - there’s a lot to celebrate. Yet it also feels like we’re a little lost. Weddings are supposed to be about love. But somewhere along the way, we got sidetracked by the pressure of the “perfect day”.
My dream is for authenticity and love to play much bigger roles in weddings. But how exactly can we infuse a once-in-a-lifetime celebratory day with more joy and less "OMG do we need smoke bombs for an insta pic?" stress?
I don’t have answers but I do have soulful insights, tips with a twist, and a fresh perspective on industry norms. And in sharing, I hope the (albeit one-sided) conversation will send some healing ripples into the world.
For years, I felt wrong for loving and photographing wedding decor and details. So many criticise details as frivolous, meaningless, and shallow. But I’ve always believed it’s what details represent that matters. And I have a feeling you might feel the same. So I wrote about it. Summary here, full essay on Substack.
There’s an increasing tension between suppliers creating marketing content at weddings and fully serving couples. I’ve noticed it affects not just the professional photos, but it also pulls couples away from the natural magic that would otherwise unfold. Summary here, full essay on Substack.
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