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Arsenic + Lace: Best Friend Hoodies

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Hey everybody!

I recently got to shoot a collaboration between two of my very favorite people: Meg from Arsenic and Lace and Bonnie from Bonnie Does It Again. I adore and respect both, so that made this shoot incredibly fun!  I'll just post one today, because Bonnie will be posting them on her blog soon.  Here's a teaser (I might post more later!)





Talk to you soon,
Dale


Jim and Pam... Er... Sara and Toby's Anniversary Session

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Hey everybody!

Any Office fans out there? I am!  I cried when the show finished (and still have a hard time watching reruns without feeling melancholy... and happy at the same time)!  Sara and Toby are too, and when she reached out to me about doing anniversary portraits to celebrate their first year of marriage, she had an unusual request.  She wanted to sort of recreate Jim and Pam's photo shoot (just google "Jam and Pam cake" to see what she was talking about) and of course I knew right away what she wanted.  It was a hilariously fun shoot, and I'm so happy she thought out of the box for this!
And don't you just love that she put her wedding dress back on? The MOST fun!

(that first pose was just a candid moment as I was getting my camera set... but I had to keep it! S'cute!)





Talk to you soon,
Dale

Sara and Toby's Anniversary Portrait Session, part 2

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Hey everybody!

Of course I didn't just get cake smearing pictures of Sara and Toby (yesterday's post). I shot some pretty portraits of the couple too... aren't they just the sweetest couple?

ATTENTION ALL BENNY BRIDES: did you know I'm adding anniversary sessions to the Benny Awards? Yep! So you can come back every year if you want! Yay!





Talk to you soon,
Dale

Kayln's Bridal Portrait Session at Autumns Ridge

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Hey everybody!

I'm down in Helena with Courtney today photographing Kayln's wedding, which means I can show off her bridal portraits! Yay! It was a dreary day in NWA when she and her momma came to town, but thanks to Autumns Ridge Plantation we had a dry place to shoot! Love it out there, y'all!





Talk to you soon,
Dale

Happy Anniversary: Leigh + Jake

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Hey everybody!

Last night I was in Helena photographing a gorgeous wedding (that I can't wait to show you!) and I look over and who do I see?  Leigh and Jake! I love this Lake Village couple so much and it was a treat to get to see them, chat with them, and watch them dance!  Then, today I realized it is their one year anniversary! I'm so happy for this sweet couple, and to see them dancing last night and see how in love they were made me so happy!  Congratulations Leigh and Jake!



I love this moment when Jake saw his bride walking up the aisle to him...

And this dancing shot from their reception... presh...


And here's a throwback from their engagement portrait session. LOVE!




Talk to you soon,
Dale

Get the HARDCOPY of Benfield Magazine...

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Hey everybody!

You can pick up a hard copy of Benfield Weddings Magazine #5 at these locations, starting Valentine's Day!

Tesori Bridal in Fayetteville
Autumns Ridge Plantation in Fayetteville
Sassafras Springs Vineyard in Springdale
Pratt Place Inn in Fayetteville








Talk to you soon,
Dale

Icy Wedding Details of Kayln and Tyler

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Hey everybody!

INCREDIBLE wedding details for you today! Just DREAMY! When I walked into the reception in Helena, my jaw dropped. Orchids were overflowing, ice sculptures were everywhere... it was as if I walked into winter ice wedding wonderland.



Keep coming back this week as I share more wedding details, story, and portraits from this ice wedding wonderland!



Talk to you soon,
Dale

Helena Ice Dream Wedding of Kayln and Tyler

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Hey everybody!

Here we go with a monster post! Kayln and Tyler treated their guests to a gorgeous wedding and reception in Helena - it was so inspired with icy wedding details (ice sculptures, clear tables and chairs, etc.). It was truly magnificent. Here's their wedding story...
Some things I love... her Louboutin shoes, the bride and her girls in fur, and a cake to dominate all other cakes.  Read on!




Talk to you soon,
Dale

Benny Backlight Portraits of Kayln and Tyler

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Hey everybody!

I'm finishing up the dream wedding of Kayln and Tyler today with some portraits using Benny Backlight - my favorite little recipe for capturing a couple in love. :)  Check it out!



 Thanks to Courtney (my trusty 2nd shooter) for getting this cool little benny backlight action shot!






Talk to you soon,
Dale

Photographers: My New Preferred Rental Company

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Hey everybody!

I've done posts on here about "trying before buying" when it comes to expensive camera equipment, as well as renting different equipment not in your normal bag to ignite some inspiration. Lately, I've done both. I was approached by ATS Rentals about giving them a look, and since I'd grown unhappy with my previous company (it was bought out by a big group and made a lot of annoying changes), I said yes!

First of all, the process was super simple. I love a good streamlined process, as you know, and they made it really easy to get my order. Another bonus... they actually had my gear ready to ship two days early and sent me an email and asked if I'd like a couple days complimentary. Um... YES! It was great to get to play around with the gear before I took it to a wedding.

In this post I'm going to share about the flashes I got from them. I have been wanting to set up multiple flashes at a wedding reception (so I don't have to bring my big ol' light and plug it in somewhere) so I thought I'd give this a try to see how easy and effective it could be in a real wedding/reception situation. Turns out... it's extremely easy! After getting passed the initial set up of the two Canon 600EX-RT flashes (I used to just use master and slave functions from different models) I was good to go for the entire night. That's how I got the shot below (notice I used a flash to backlight them here).



I know I'm not a salesperson, and never intend to push product, but I totally recommend ATS Rentals!



Talk to you soon,
Dale

Sloane's Fayetteville Bridal Portraits

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Hey everybody!

Oh look... I've got a Barbie bride on the blog today!  Sloane Roberts is marrying Zach Hocker as we speak at Sassafras Springs Vineyard in Springdale, so it's cool for me to finally share these gorgeous bridal portraits we shot in Fayetteville.  Isn't she something else?!





Talk to you soon,
Dale

Happy Valentine's Day! Sloane Bridal Encore :)

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Hey everybody!

I don't know if I've ever done a double post on a bridal session before, but I couldn't pass up sharing Sloane's fabulous bridal portraits - she's so stunning! Bonnie at Crown Beauty Bar did the hair and makeup and was outstanding as always. Okay, have a look a the encore post for Sloane!




Talk to you soon,
Dale

Abby's Maternity Portraits

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Hey everybody!

I don't know who was more excited for this maternity session, Abby or me. I met her at a wedding and she and Max were that couple who danced and encouraged everyone else to have a great time. I love that couple! Her maternity session fell on a gorgeous day, which inspired me greatly. Here are some of my favorites of this growing family...





Talk to you soon,
Dale

Happy Birthday... ME! :)

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Hey everybody!

Today is my birthday! I should give myself the day off, but then what would I do? I love to blog. I love to connect with you each and every day. :)  Today on my birthday blog, I'm throwing it back 5 years to when I went to Ghana in February to help out a non-profit. Traveling has been one of my favorite things (I didn't really travel until I was in college) and I'm so thankful that God has taken me all over with my camera. He blesses me year after year with incredible opportunities and I want to spend my birthday praising Him for giving me life to the full.




Talk to you soon,
Dale

Another Rental Company Rave: ATS Rentals

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Hey everybody!

I've got to give another shoutout to ATS Rental company - I sent back my order today and was so impressed how they have handled this rental. I mentioned earlier about how they sent the rental early because they had the equipment in stock and ready early, and now they impressed my with how easy the return was as well... right down to the pieces of packing tape included with the shipping labels. Be sure to read my earlier post on ATS Rentals as well. :)  Here's a shot we got with the rented Canon 200mm f/2. I LOOOOOOOOVE this lens. (this stellar shot by 2nd shooter Courtney!)



Talk to you soon,
Dale

Sloane + Zach Hocker: Wedding Portraits

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Hey everybody!

Man oh man... I've got so many things to tell you about! In the coming days I'm going to be sharing Zach Hocker + Sloane Roberts' wedding with y'all (there's a LOT to share!). I couldn't think of a better way than with some of my favorite portraits from their wedding we shot at Sassafras Springs Vineyard. Oh Em Geeeeee.



Talk to you soon,
Dale

Sloane + Zach Hocker: Wedding at Sassafras Springs Vineyard

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Hey everybody!

Sloane and Zach Hocker's wedding at Sassafras Springs Vineyard was nothing short of a dream wedding. She had beautiful details (which I've grouped together below) a stunning dress, killer Louboutin shoes, and her Miss Arkansas ring for her something blue.  Perfect? Yeah. Some other fun things... as a gift she received silicone rings (they're such an active couple, so this is perfect), and a bracelet with the coordinates of Sassafras. How special!


Bonnie was a bridesmaid, but also did Sloane's hair and makeup (Sloane is already gorgeous, but Bonnie is the best at bringing out that natural beauty of a bride!).

Sloane's mom Michelle, who is a great photographer, put up her camera and let me capture things like getting her daughter dressed for the big day.  They are really precious.

Okay y'all... this first meeting at the Chapel Ruins at Sassafras is an IDEAL location and was so perfect. Look at her excitement as I told Zach to get ready to turn and see his bride...

Looks like a portrait - they're pretty. ;)

Haha... I'm digging these action shots Courtney has been shooting of me and my couples lately. Here we are off to shoot a few portraits.

Can we talk about squad? This group of girls are fun, sweet, and gorgeous.

And I died when I took this.

Haha! Love this reaction of Bonnie and Sloane. Bonnie does it again. :)

Standing room only at Sassafras for this incredible couple.

Dad had swag. That is all.

Isn't she lovely?  Laughing during ceremonies might just be my favorite thing.

This perfect kiss.

Here's send off part one... sparklers outside Sassafras. (note to photographers: I had Courtney holding a flash behind that I had synced for a fun pop of light.)

Sendoff number two... no big deal... just hopped into the Razorback helicopter to take us to the Chancellor Hotel for the reception.

Yes... I mean "us." First time in a heli with the bride and groom!  What a great sendoff!



Reception party at the Chancellor coming to the blog tomorrow!

Talk to you soon,
Dale

Sloane + Zach Hocker: Reception at Chancellor Hotel

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Hey everybody!

Yesterday I left off with the helicopter sendoff from Sassafras Springs Vineyard to the Chancellor Hotel.  Here we are mid-flight and you can see Chancellor and Fayetteville from up in the sky.  So freaking cool!


As they got out we they shared a windy kiss. By the way, can I just say that this couple needs zero photoshop - this is straight out of the camera (with the exception of adding my logo)

The to the first dance. They were on the dance floor pretty much all night!

Perfect.

Sloane's daddy/daughter dance was beautifully emotional. Gets me every time.

The bride and her girls surprised the 500+ guests at the reception with this choreographed dance (SO good!)

Backroad Anthem killed it all night, and since Shay Mooney was there (from Dan + Shay) and knows the band, he hopped on stage and entertained us with a few songs. He's got such an unbelievable voice. And hair.

Errrrrbody was gettin' down.

This moment was so sweet. I have one just after this of Sloane wiping tears from Zach's eyes, but this hug is the most precious thing.


Paige = easily the coolest maid of honor. So fun, so sweet, so cute. The hair in this is too much. I love it.

One of my favorite moments of the night was when Zach got up on stage and gave a poignant speech about appreciating life and relationships. Zach was friends with Craig Strickland (front man for Backroad Anthem), who went to be with Jesus recently. It was such a sweet tribute and his heartfelt message made that night that much richer. Class act, Zach.



Get ready.  This sequence of the bouquet toss almost got its own blog post because it is SO.STINKIN.FUNNY. Paige caught the bouquet, but wait...





Somebody wanted it more.

Paige's reaction is the best.

Hard fought. (she ended up giving it back)

And then Paige joined her girl on the dance floor and showed us how to move. All's well that ends well, I say.



Everyone... I've got another post for you tomorrow that I don't want you to miss!  So much pretty at this wedding!

Talk to you soon,
Dale

Sloane + Zach Hocker: More Wedding Portraits

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Hey everybody!

I can't quit these two.  I know it's because they're just as beautiful inside as they are outside (seriously... I became such good friends with these two during their wedding weekend).  But also, it's because the light and location were BOMB - Sassafras Springs Vineyard is a rockin' spot for a wedding.  Enjoy this mega post of portraits, and know that I had pretty much nothing to do with how pretty they came out. :)





Talk to you soon,
Dale

Celebrate Magazine Feature: Katie and Ethan

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Hey everybody!

Gahhhh.... how fun is this? I recently found out that Katie and Ethan's wedding was featured in Celebrate Magazine!  It's such an honor that not only my couples trust me to photograph their big day, but that I have the coolest and most stylish clients that magazines want to publish their weddings. I'm so thankful! Wow wow wow!

Here's the feature...





Talk to you soon,
Dale

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