Journal

A curated collection of tips, tricks, and resources for both couples and photographers. Here is where you’ll find them.

Mary Kate Steele Mary Kate Steele

A Ralph Lauren-Inspired Engagement Session in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

There’s something magical about an engagement session set against the backdrop of the Grand Teton Mountains. Jackson Hole, Wyoming, with its sweeping grassy fields and rugged peaks, is a dream destination for couples who love adventure, natural beauty, and timeless romance. For this engagement session, we embraced the essence of classic, effortless style—Ralph Lauren-inspired fashion, rich textures, and an elevated yet relaxed aesthetic. The result? A collection of images that feel cinematic, deeply personal, and undeniably iconic.

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Discovering A Quiet Luxury at Sea Island, Georgia and a Peak Into Weddings at Sea Island

I recently took a trip to experience for myself what the mystery of Sea Island was like. As a wedding photographer, I enjoy taking “research” trips to specific locations and venues that I would love to work at one day. Sea Island has been on my list for a while. Nestled along the coast of Georgia lies a hidden gem, a place where the whispers of the sea mingle with the rustle of palm fronds and the warmth of Southern hospitality envelops you like a soft, comforting embrace. Welcome to Sea Island.

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A Favorite Coastal Maine Venue: The Cliff House

The Cliff House sits beautifully on the oceanfront of Bald Head cliff in southern Maine. It overlooks the ocean’s edge and the adorable Nubble Lighthouse. Standing on the edge of the cliff, you see and hear the ocean waves crashing as they hit the rocks down below.

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