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Shelly Pate

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couple kisses at Walker's Overlook farm wedding venue

This couple’s vision for their day fit their venue perfectly. The pieces of the day came together in a beautiful way at this Walker’s Overlook wedding.

Beautiful Boho Chic Colors Fit for a Wedding at Walker’s Overlook

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couple kisses on rooftop at Washington DC intimate wedding

See how each element of this couple’s day was chosen specifically to make an intimate wedding with elopement touches that fit their priorities.

Best of Both Worlds: Combining Elopement Elements with an Intimate Wedding Day

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couple embraces at Maryland waterfront wedding

A day with a vision but room for creativity is the best combination! See how this couple’s vibe matched their day through their film wedding photography.

The Perfect Fit: an Intimate Wedding Day with Film Wedding Photography

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couple kisses at cabin wedding venue

There’s just something special about the more intimate feel of an elopement day. See how this cabin wedding venue created a whimsical elopement getaway!

Rustic Elopement In The Woods At A-Frame Cabin Wedding Venue

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couple embraces beside floral ceremony decor at Mexico elopement

I love how film photography helps couples slow down to savor their day. Here are reasons why wedding film photography is the perfect addition to your day!

Why You Need Wedding Film Photography for Your Big Day

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couple kisses during wedding exit with bubbles

Here is my breakdown of what you can do, who you can involve to do it, and my own tips for how much DIY is possible for a DIY wedding day!

Pros & Cons of a DIY Wedding: How to Get Friends & Family Involved

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couple kisses with veil in wind at fall outdoor wedding

It’s my job as your wedding photographer to be prepared for anything! These are my top wedding planning tips to help in your own wedding planning!

Unique Wedding Planning Tips for a Smooth Wedding Day

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couple poses with wedding party laughing at outdoor wedding

Want to know secrets to looking your best in your wedding photos? It’s actually MUCH easier than you think when you follow my tips for wedding photo poses!

Getting the Best Wedding Day Photos – Tips & Ideas for Wedding Photo Poses

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A historic wedding venue and museum, Dumbarton House is a Washington, DC spot perfectly fit for smaller, more intimate weddings with garden party vibes.

Dumbarton House: Historic Washington, DC Wedding Venue Fit for a Garden Party

Washington, DC, Wedding Venues, Weddings

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couple exchanges rings during wedding ceremony

Your officiant has one of the biggest jobs on your wedding day. Here are my greatest tips for how to officiate a wedding when friends step into this role!

How to Officiate a Wedding: Top Tips for Having a Friend Officiate Your Wedding Day

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wedding couple kisses in sunset woods at Poplar Springs Manor

The couple mixed the old with the new at this outdoor wedding. See how everything came together in planning their traditional Jewish wedding!

Traditional Jewish Wedding with Romantic Vibes at Poplar Springs

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couple embraces in sunset light at summer wedding

It all started with a local dive bar, a business card, and a little bit of flirting. This is the story of how it led to a waterside summer wedding day.

The Wyld Dock Bar: How to Plan a Colorful Summer Wedding on the Water

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