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August 28, 2017
in Elopement, Photography, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Uncategorized

You may be planning to do some special act or rituals during your wedding ceremony or after. The Hawaiian sand ceremony, “wish to the sea”, “jumping the broom” and walking through a gauntlet of swords, bubbles or sparklers are all popular. These are great ways to personalize your ceremony; and they offer excellent photo opportunities. Just be sure to talk to your photographer in advance so he/she can be ready and in place to get the best shots. Also the photographer can recommend the timing of such acts. For instance,...

August 25, 2017
in Elopement, Tips & Advice

Is this the one? Have you found your perfect mate? Take this compatibility test and see for yourself. This is not a simple yes-or-no questionnaire. Please take the time to discuss your answers together. You want to be sure that you are entering this marriage with confidence that it will truly last “for as long as you both shall live” and will bring you fulfillment. 1. When you’re upset or angry about something your partner does or fails to do, do you find it easy to tell her/him about it? 2. Can you...

August 3, 2017
in Elopement, Tips & Advice

Is an elopement wedding right for you? The most popular reason to elope is to save money. The money you would spend on a wedding could be set aside for other things such as a home, education, or travel. Yes, you can have it all. By eloping, you can have the beauty and magical charm of a large, classic wedding with top quality photos and video to remember it by at a fraction of the cost. If you elope, you can have precisely the wedding style that suits you as an individual...

August 3, 2017
in Photography, Tips & Advice

After the wedding, during your photo session, you will be well aware of the photographer and will pay attention to the expression on your face, your posture and mannerisms as he/she is snapping away. But during your wedding ceremony, you may not be as aware that your image is being captured over and over again. This is a collection of tips I have developed from years of photographing couples as their wedding ceremony is in progress: Stand up straight, roll your shoulders back and relax them. Go ahead and laugh, smile...

August 3, 2017
in Tips & Advice

At Beach Weddings Virginia, we ONLY do sunset weddings. Thats because that period of time offers the very best lighting for good photos. Photography is very important to us and we want to be sure that you have the best conditions possible. Having the right lighting gives you the optimal best chance for great photos. But a late start ruins that chance. There are many reasons why a wedding could be late starting, and all are avoidable. Below are a few reasons that couples have given us. Please dont let any...

August 3, 2017
in Elopement, Photography, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Uncategorized

Brides: Off-white photographs better than white. If you have tattoos and do not want them to show, its okay to wear long sleeves or a light wrap. If youre happy to have your tattoos show, go ahead and wear a strapless dress if you want. Long dress or short one? Your choice, but remember, we will take some pictures of you sitting in the sand. Sometimes a short skirt doesnt work as well in that situation. If you have your dress hemmed before the wedding, be sure to let the seamstress know...