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The Paseo Elopement | Apache Junction | Arizona
Arizona wedding days at The Paseo offer a picturesque and romantic setting for couples looking to celebrate their special day surrounded by stunning desert landscapes. The venue's modern facade and breathtaking views provide a unique backdrop for ceremonies and receptions alike. With its open-air ceremony space with panoramic vistas, The Paseo is an ideal location for capturing timeless moments on your wedding day.
The Mini Blog Series: How to Find The BEST Photographer For... | Arizona, PNW & Beyond
The Mini Series Continues: The big holiday season has come to pass and we’re now approaching our final stretch of winter, so you’re probably thinking “spring is coming up, the sunshine will be out, let’s find someone to take portraits or family photos,” or you’re thinking “I want that fresh spring golden hour energyyy!!” Well, the first step to finding the best photographer is narrowing it down to a style you’re looking for, like something more posed and potentially in a studio or maybe something more candid in nature.
Updates to Andrea Michelle Photography! | Seattle, Arizona and North Carolina
Andrea here! I am popping in after a little break to announce this BRAND NEW WEBSITE! and some big news!!
Holi-Yay! or Nay Decor and More | Family and ALL for the Holidays
Soooo…it’s December and I am STILL stuffed from November’s events of get togethers and essentially family food competitions, with everything from my own engagement celebration (y’all I am head over barbell for my SO) to switching things up with a NEW website launch (you’ll probably have already noticed when reading this blog) it has been a crazy holiday season to say the least.
Self Love: All Bodies Are Boudoir Bodies | Boudoir | Washington, Arizona & Beyond
Over these last few years our world and communities have faced so many challenges on levels we never imagined. It’s paramount to check in with ourselves every so often now more than ever, whatever that may look like for you. So, today we’ll focus on self acceptance, self love and the many shapes of confidence.
Decor or Props? | Portrait Photography | Pacific Northwest & Beyond
“What’s the difference between decor and photo props? How can I make my photos or portraits stand out and look incredible?” These are just a few of the many questions I see all over and hear from clients. Let’s talk about the vitality of decor and how we can upscale our portraits.
Why Eloping is Important! | Wedding Photography | Worldwide
In today’s blog I want to touch on the topic of why eloping can be incredibly supportive to your mental health or instead why it’s a helpful way to maintain healthy life boundaries especially when starting a new chapter with your soon-to-be spouse. Getting married often combines two families and planning a wedding is stressful, and creating boundaries surrounding this big step in your lives can also be stressful particularly if you are a caregiver, or have a tendency to try and accommodate everyone around you, BUT most importantly you both don’t have to be either of those things to other people other than yourselves.
Help! What do I do with my boudoir photos | Boudoir | Seattle, WA
There are tons of creative ways to give something as vulnerable and sensual as boudoir. Most people who book boudoir sessions do it with a gift idea in mind such as a wedding gift to their spouse-to-be, an anniversary gift or a sexy Valentines surprise, but lately I’ve been getting more and more clients who book a boudoir session with me just take the experience of doing a photoshoot like that for themselves and no one else and I am so here for it!!