Living in these uncertain times, it’s easy to get discouraged and worry about tomorrow, but I’m here to reassure my couples and couples listening that there IS hope and there are options. 

Trust me, I’ve had many ups and downs through this COVID pandemic and what’s helped keep me positive is my excellent network of professionals and wonderful couples. Let me tell you friends, COMMUNICATION IS KEY. In every good relationship, communication must always be one of the biggest priorities. 

I am a huge advocate for postponing and not canceling. This is your day and it’s about your love! I can’t stress enough the importance of letting ALL of your vendors know ahead of time, AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENT DATES, to postpone your wedding to. This gives everyone a chance to look through their calendars and hopefully come up with a date they all can re-book. Also look into weekdays. More vendors and venues are more likely to be available on these days, especially in peak wedding season. If a vendor isn’t given a chance to try to re-book a new date, there is a good chance you will lose your retainer fee. You want to try to keep the talented team of wedding professionals you hired to help make your day perfect, and they will forever be thankful to get to continue to work with you. We’re in this together!

For those of you who are thinking about eloping, then having a large reception later on, that’s a great idea! Intimate ceremonies and elopements are a wonderful way to ease the stress of the unknown and give you and your love a chance to take in the peacefulness of your favorite beach or mountain top. Be sure to get a permit for your chosen location. Many couples are seeking the same gorgeous locations, such as Yosemite, and you want to be sure you have your chosen location saved for your ceremony and portraits.

Your elopement could also take place at a location that holds special memories like a small ceremony at your hometown church. This is your day and you can plan it however you want. So, for all of those Uncle Bobs out there telling you it’s not traditional to see each other before the ceremony, or that it’s not traditional to elope, kindly tell them to shut their pie holes. :)

Even if I’m unavailable to lead photograph your day, I have a group of talented and amazing photographers who have the same friendly and professional manner as myself. I would still plan your day with you as well as edit and deliver the images. Community is HUGE, friends. 

Though these days may be uncertain, know this: I am here for you and will do everything I can to help make your day special. Prayers and good thoughts your way!