Wedding tips

for the intentional couple

“I want to be more than just a photographer. I want to help you create a beautiful, stress free experience beyond the photos.”

— Kayla Law

Getting Ready

As an enneagram 4 I love to surround myself with beautiful things and I think of one the best decisions to make for your wedding day is choosing a beautiful environment to get ready in. Whether that means an all white, shiplap beach house or a cabin in the mountains, be intentional.

Also, don’t forget about the groom! Most of the time the bride gets a gorgeous suite or room and the groom gets tucked away in a small dark room with hardly any light. Let's give him a nice room to get ready in too.

First Look

It's a thing couples do now, but is it for you? A first look is where the bride and groom get together before the ceremony to see each other.

I love it because it's just the two of you (and me) and you're able to really soak in the moment without all of your guests watching you during the ceremony with their cell phones and cameras out. It’s also a great opportunity to read each other personal vows, just for you two to hear.

Want to know why it’s a tradition to save the first look for the ceremony? Most marriages were arranged, so the groom didn’t see the bride for the first time until the ceremony. This ensured that he wouldn’t run away if she was ugly. You shouldn’t have that problem though.

Still not sold on the idea? Let’s talk about it! I’ve never met a couple who regretted seeing each other before the ceremony and they’ve all said the ceremony first look was still just as meaningful.

Ceremony

This is the time of the day where you publicly commit to being together for the rest of your lives. Many couples find 10–15 minutes to be the perfect length. A thoughtful ceremony doesn’t have to be elaborate. When the timing is gentle, the moments are meaningful, and the focus stays on the two of you, the result is something that feels authentic and unforgettable.

Unplug! An unplugged ceremony is when you ask your guests to turn off their cell phones and put away the camera, so they can be present in the moment. It also keeps people from standing up and putting their cameras in front of mine.

Couples Portraits

I love stealing couples away from the wedding festivities for a few moments to photograph just the two of you together. We can do this multiple times throughout the day so it never feels like we’re taking too much time away from your celebration, and it also allows us to take advantage of different lighting and locations as the day unfolds.

More than anything, great photos come from trust. You don’t need to worry about creating a photo list or planning every moment. When you trust me with your story, it gives me the freedom to guide you well and capture what truly matters. The most meaningful images always come from that shared sense of collaboration and trust.