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Are Bridal Shows Worth IT?

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Is exhibiting at a bridal show the right thing for you? How do we, as photographers, cake bakers, disc jockeys or limo drivers know whether bridal shows are right for us, and how do we create a booth and an experience that’s more joy-inducing than nauseating? For some brides, it’s the first thing they want to do after getting engaged is look for bridal shows. For others, the mere thought of attending one can give them hives. Why are bridal shows so great? In a world that’s run by technology and social media, can’t you just advertise online? Well, sure, that’s one way to do it, and yes, you’ll see results from banner ads and wedding website listings. Your website and social media are a great way to make the initial consultation. Brides often research online for trends and vendors before booking appointments. It’s essential to have an online presence to make those first impressions. However, if you want to seal the deal and secure that contract, you need credibility, face-to-face

Getting Crafty with Your Wedding Photos

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Did your wedding photos turn out amazing? I sure hope so! One of the top priorities of most brides and grooms is booking the best wedding photographer out there! "The photos are the only thing that will last" say many couples. The flowers will die (although you can preserve them), the food and cake will be eaten, the dress will get boxed up, and all that will be left are the memories and the photos and video of your big day. And I could not agree more! I thought the exact same way! But once we got our photos back, we looked through them together and loved every minute of it and then clicked "download and save" on our computer. With all of these amazing shots, there has to be some better uses for them than to leave them stored away on the computer! So here are our 10 favorite things to do with your wedding photos! Wedding Thank You Cards Send a personalized Thank You Card, decorated with your favorite photo memories from your special day and finish

Entering the Reception

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You've been dreaming about making a splash ... your reception entrance is the place to do it. Why have an ordinary grand entrance at your wedding reception when you can have an extraordinary one? It is your big day, after all. Whether you're working with an unlimited budget or you don't have a ton of money to spare, there are so many ways to arrive at your wedding reception in style that you might as well do something out of the box. 1. Organize a Flash Mob With Your Wedding Party What better way to surprise your guests than with a flash mob only your wedding party knows about? Regina Osgood, owner of Meant2Be Events, had a couple that decided to go this route and it was a huge hit. "The bridal party was allowed to enter just as they normally would, but they were in on what happened next," she tells us. "Once the bride and groom were announced, the DJ changed the song, cuing the full ballroom of guests to come to the dance floor where the flash mob be