Today's Wedding Wednesday blog post is a guest post by Jennifer Dihel of Dihel Art ! Jennifer is a live painter, based in Indiana, who creates artwork that feels both timeless and full of emotion. At each wedding, Jennifer paints on-site, letting the artwork grow and change as guests watch. She also invites guests to take part in the painting by learning how to add their own brushstrokes. Along with canvas paintings, Jennifer also offers live guest illustration services. Ever

Your wedding day will go by faster than you expect. With so many moving parts it's easy for small things to get lost in the mix and create unnecessary stress. After photographing hundreds of weddings, I've seen what works and what couples often with they had done differently. Here are 10 common wedding day mistakes and how to avoid them. Not Leaving Enough Time In The Timeline One of the biggest mistakes couples make is creating a timeline that is too tight. Adding buffer tim

Planning a wedding is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. From choosing the perfect venue to coordinating vendors, couples often focus on the big details and overlook one of the most important steps in ensuring stress-free, beautiful wedding photos- the engagement session. As an Indiana based and destination wedding photographer specializing in light and airy, joyful, and authentic imagery, I've seen firsthand how engagement sessions prepare couples for their wedding

Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming. Between coordinating vendors, organizing family photos, and making sure you have enough time to enjoy each moment, timelines are one of the most critical, and often overlooked, parts of the day. As an Indiana wedding photographer and destination wedding photographer with a decade of experience, I've seen firsthand how a thoughtfully constructed timeline transforms a wedding day from stressful to seamless, ensuring couples enjoy both s

Your wedding day flies by in a whirlwind of emotion, laughter, and love. When it's over, your photos are the lasting memories of one of the most significant days of your life. As an Indiana wedding photographer who travels worldwide, I've seen countless couples treasure their wedding images but I've also seen them fade into digital folders and forgotten devices. Here's how to preserve and display your wedding photos so they can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Invest in a Professio

Your wedding day is a whirlwind of emotions, moments, and celebrations. From the excitement of getting ready to the joy of the first dance, it can be easy to feel swept up in the schedule and forget to truly soak it all in. As an Indiana and destination wedding photographer specializing in light and airy, joyful, and authentic images, I often remind couples that the best wedding photos come from moments when they are fully present, relaxed, and enjoying themselves. Why Being

Destination weddings are a dream for many couples, an opportunity to exchange vows in a breathtaking location and create unforgettable memories. With travel logistics, unfamiliar venues, and time-zone challenges, planning can feel overwhelming. As an Indiana based and destination wedding photographer specializing in light and airy, joyful, and authentic images, I've helped countless couple navigate these challenges to ensure stress-free, stunning photography. Start With Early

When it comes to wedding photography, light is everything. The same couple, in the same location, can have entirely different wedding photos depening on the time of the day they're captured. This is why golden hour, that magical window of soft, warm light just after sunrise of before sunset, is a secret ingredient to dreamy wedding photos that feel both timeless and natural. As an Indiana and destination wedding photographer, I've seen firsthand how golden hour transforms a w

Your wedding day is one of the most significant moments of your life. Between planning flowers, attire, venues, and photography, it's easy to get caught up in creating the "perfect" wedding. But what truly matters is authenticity, celebrating your love story in a way that reflects who you are as a couple. As an Indiana and destination wedding photographer specializing in light and airy, joyful imagery, I've seen firsthand that the most memorable weddings are the ones where co

A wedding day is full of big moments, the first look, the ceremony, the first dance, but often it's the small, seemingly ordinary details that carry the most meaning and create lasting memories. As an Indiana and destination wedding photographer specializing in light and airy, joyful, and authentic images, I know that these details not only tell the story of your day but also make your photos uniquely yours. Why Details Matter Every wedding is made up of countless small choic