ON THE WEDDING BLOG
We have spent almost 10 years photographing weddings, hearing about different wedding planning experiences, working with the best wedding vendors in the area and seeing the most gorgeous venues there are.
Needless to say, we’ve seen a thing or two! We’ve heard the horror stories, but we’ve also shed our tears at the beautiful love stories, friendships and family bonds. We’ve discovered what works (planning a perfect timeline) and what doesn’t (expecting your 2 year old nephew to stand still and smile for more than 5 minutes).
Most importantly, we’re here to have a good time and we want you to do the same! That’s why we’ve spent so much time curating this collection of wedding blogs to help inspire and prepare you for your perfect wedding day! From real wedding features to tips and ideas that you can refer back to throughout the planning process. We hope you find all the inspiration you need to plan for a stress-free wedding day.
TOLEDO ZOO WEDDINGS
If you are an animal lover, the Toledo Zoo is the perfect wedding venue for you! We absolutely love our zoo here and having weddings there makes it even more special. With both ceremony and reception locations, the zoo is an especially unique all in one venue that caters to you.
NAZARETH HALL, HISTORIC WEDDING VENUE IN NORTHWEST OHIO
One of our favorite venues here in Northwest Ohio is definitely Nazareth Hall in Grand Rapids! This historic, picturesque venue is all-inclusive with various getting ready rooms, ceremony locations, and ballrooms to fit weddings of all sizes.
TOLEDO WEDDING DRESS SHOPS
One of the best parts of wedding planning is trying on wedding dresses! Luckily, Toledo has three amazing wedding dress shops we highly recommend!
SOMETHING NEW & SOMETHING BLUE: KRISTI & TYLER’S SUMMER WEDDING AT GIDEON OWEN WINERY
Blue tones, dainty florals, and surrounded by loved ones Kristi & Tyler’s wedding was exactly what they pictured.
SENTIMENTAL FALL WEDDING AT THE ARMORY IN NAPOLEON, OHIO
This beautiful wedding at The Armory in Napoleon features dark, jewel-toned colors and chic romantic vibes.
WHEN SHOULD I BOOK MY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER?
Once you get engaged, so many couple’s have no idea what they’re doing (it’s okay you’re not alone!). One important question is when too book your wedding photographer. We dive into commonly asked questions on booking your wedding photographer.
SUMMER WEDDING FEATURE
Summer weddings are all uniquely beautiful and special in their own way. We dive into some of our summer weddings so far to give you some inspiration as well as some wedding trends that we are loving.
KATIE & GORDON’S PERFECTLY COORDINATED & CHILL WEDDING DAY
Katie & Gordon had one of the most chill wedding days I think we’ve ever been apart of! Being a venue coordinator, Katie truly planned a perfect & vibrant wedding day.
MORGAN & ADAM’S THRILLING CEDAR POINT ENGAGEMENT SESSION
An engagement session at Cedar Point? Say less! Morgan and Adam’s engagement session was the perfect Spring day and truly told their story on going to Cedar Point every year together.
JESS & BEN’S MODERN BLACK & WHITE WEDDING DAY
Jess & Ben’s wedding day was perfection and full of love! Here are some highlights from their modern, classy Jewish wedding.
OLD WEST END ENGAGEMENT SESSION: TESS & COLLIN
Nothing truly beats an engagement session that is completely YOU! This is exactly what Tess and Collin had for their session starting at Fusion and then headed out to the Old West End in Toledo, OH. This session was such a dreamy spring engagement session!
WEDDING PLANNING TIMELINE WITH BROOKE FROM BEE FOR THE DAY
Wedding planning is truly a full time job and most of the time you have no idea where to start! We talked with Brooke from Bee for the Day to answer all those wedding planning questions to help you plan your dream wedding day.
HOW TO PLAN YOUR ENGAGEMENT SESSION
When it comes to planning your engagement session, there’s a lot that goes into curating exactly what you’re looking for. From location to outfits, we deep dive into where to start when planning your engagement session!
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Starting to plan your wedding and have absolutely no idea where to start when it comes to finding a wedding photographer? You’re not alone! We’ve put together a list on things to look for in a wedding photographer and things to keep in mind when reaching out to them.
WEDDING SEASON REDEFINED: WHY COUPLES ARE SAYING “I DO” ALL YEAR ROUND
Off-season weddings are becoming more common with more couples wanting that winter wonderland or start of spring weddings. Here’s some reasons to have an off-season wedding!
THINGS TO DO ON VALENTINE'S DAY IN NORTHWEST OHIO
Whether you love all the things that Valentine’s Day has to offer or hate all of the social and economic pressures of this holiday, there’s a way to celebrate for EVERY couple. We put together a list of our favorite things to do on Valentine’s Day in Northwest Ohio to make it feel special!
MODERN SPRING WEDDING IN DOWNTOWN TOLEDO
Scott and Craig’s modern spring wedding in downtown Toledo, perfectly captured elegance and true love in the summertime.
WEDDING INSPIRATION GUIDE
This wedding inspiration guide is your go-to as you start planning your wedding and building your epic team of vendors.
TOP TOLEDO ENGAGEMENT SESSION LOCATIONS
In this blog we uncover some of Toledo, Ohio's hidden gems and the best locations to take your engagement photos.
WEDDING DAY TIMELINE: TRADITIONAL OR FIRST LOOK
Planning your wedding day timeline can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be. Follow our first look or traditional wedding timeline for a stress-free day.