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Editorial vs. Candid Wedding Photography: Why I Do Both

You can have elevated, polished images that still feel like you were actually there living them. The difference is in how your photographer approaches the day. Learn the difference!

Bride seated at a candlelit wedding reception as the groom adjusts her pearl necklace in an intimate evening moment

Why You Think You’re Not Photogenic (And Why It’s Not True)

You look great in the mirror. Your best friend takes photos of you and you look great. But then someone else takes a photo and suddenly you have three chins. That’s not a you problem. That’s a photographer problem.

Katie + Mitchell Crouching Lion Elopement

Having a crouching lion elopement is a beautiful idea, but there are some things to be aware of before deciding upon this location! I’m so excited to show Katie and Mitchell’s beautiful elopement and tell you all about the experience! The hike to Crouching Lion elopement is only .2 miles long, which should be easy, […]

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I’m Amari — imagery-driven, story-obsessed, and your quietly confident guide behind the lens and the mic.

I thought we all needed a place to gather around a great cocktail, take off the “shoulds,” and talk like we mean it. This is the blog for the in-between moments — the late-night scrolls, the big questions, the quiet clarity. I’m Amari — wedding photographer, visual editor, occasional dress designer, and always deep in thought about why we create what we do.

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