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The tips I wish every bride had before her wedding day, pulled straight from real weddings: how to build a timeline that actually works, keep family photos from turning into chaos, and soak in every second.
Why Paint Sessions Are My Favorite Kind of Chaos
Paint sessions are one of my favorite things to offer families right now - and not because they're neat or tidy. Because they're real. Colorful, chaotic, and full of the kind of genuine moments that make the best photographs. Plus, your child gets to take their masterpiece home.
Mini Sessions vs. Full Sessions: How to Choose What's Actually Right for Your Family
Mini sessions and full sessions both have their place - but choosing the wrong one can leave you wishing you'd gone a different direction. West Michigan photographer Lexie Marie Photography breaks down exactly what each one is built for, so you can walk into your session with the right expectations and zero regrets.
Highland Cow Mini Sessions at Sharp Farm: What to Expect and Why Families Love Them
Highland Cow Mini Sessions at Sharp Farm are some of my favorite sessions of the entire year - and once you see the look on your kids' faces when they walk up to those cows, you'll understand why. Here's what makes these sessions so special and what to know before you book.
Tulip Mini Sessions in Holland, Michigan: What to Know Before You Book
Tulip season in Holland, Michigan is short, colorful, and completely worth capturing. From Dutch outfits to the bloom-lined streets, here's everything you need to know to make the most of your spring mini session with Lexie Marie Photography.