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Your Wedding and the Weather
Picture this: An unseasonable 95 degree day in early April leaves your mother sweating in the direct sun at your 3 pm ceremony. She’s drenched, apologetic and uncomfortable for the ensuing family portrait session, and your photographer is hunting down any shred of shade to keep everyone comfortable and avoid harsh lighting. Your photos still have too many shots of your sister squinting in the bright sunlight. The autumn chill has you shivering in your strapless dress as you a
cloudydayweddings
Mar 294 min read


Creative Ways to Help Loved Ones Connect at Your Wedding and Foster New Relationships
Weddings, engagement parties, bridal or baby showers… no matter the event, you’re bringing together all the people you love, and many of them will meet for the first time. Crossing your fingers and hoping people will find something in common isn’t the worst idea, but it’s leaving a lot to chance! A little structure helps your events go more smoothly, gives people something to talk about and connect over. I especially encourage planning some or all of these into your receptio
cloudydayweddings
Mar 283 min read


Formal Photos: Planning around your real family dynamics
Marrying your soulmate means not just uniting hearts but also blending families—each with its own unique dynamics. As you’re considering the formal photos you want, remember that these images hold many memories. These formal photos are reminders of the loved ones who stood beside you to celebrate and honor your love and commitment. Don't let that stress you out: you will also have many beautiful candid photos with loved ones at your wedding, so you don’t have to capture every
cloudydayweddings
Mar 175 min read


T + A | A Deeply Intentional Microwedding
T + A are the definition of romance in the digital age. They first crossed paths online while playing a video game, and it’s incredible to see how that virtual bond transformed into such a beautiful, real-life love story. Their love story is nontraditional and deeply intentional. The duo planned an intimate microwedding, with only their closest family members present. T's sister went all out hosting at her sunny home near Kansas City and A's family joined the celebration all
cloudydayweddings
Mar 101 min read


E+J's Parkville Engagement Shoot (featuring puppy!)
Engagement shoots are one of our favorite ways to get to know a couple and build confidence in front of the camera. We were absolutely delighted by this joyful couple we met at Rochester Brewing and Roasting in Parkville, MO. E and J may have had some nerves before we started shooting, but their natural, playful natures quickly illuminated our lenses! They brought along two helpers: their sweet pup R and their bestie, who is just as much part of their love story as they are!
cloudydayweddings
Feb 262 min read


How to Prepare for Engagement Photos: From Outfits to Posing, Plus Tips for Stunning, Authentic Images!
Engagement photos are one of our FAVORITE parts of wedding photos, and we hope that by the end of this blog, we'll convince you to agree!
cloudydayweddings
Jan 27, 20256 min read


Your Ceremony, Your Rules: A Couple’s Guide to Wedding Officiants
Especially for queer couples, weddings are more than just ceremonies—they’re opportunities to break free from tradition, honor chosen...
cloudydayweddings
Jan 14, 20253 min read


Maximize Alone Time at Your Micro Wedding: Tips for Creating Intimate Moments
It is easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of planning your big day, even when it's a small event. There are so many things you and...
cloudydayweddings
Jan 11, 20253 min read


Understanding Your Wedding Photography Gallery: What’s Included in Our Wedding Photography Package
When you hire a wedding photographer, you’re investing in more than just someone with a camera—you’re investing in a collection of...
cloudydayweddings
Oct 16, 20244 min read


Fun, Games, and Love: Alison and Nate's Wedding at Strang Reserve in Overland Park Kansas | Kansas City Wedding Photography
In early August, we had the privilege of documenting the beautiful wedding of Alison and Nate at Strang Reserve. A gorgeous, art gallery...
cloudydayweddings
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Should I Do Sunset Photos at My Wedding? 5 Reasons You Shouldn't Pass Up This Epic Moment On Your Wedding Day
Sunset photos add a magical touch to your wedding album, but when planning a smaller or less traditional event , you might hesitate to...
cloudydayweddings
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Understanding Your Wedding Video Gallery: What’s Included in Our Wedding Videography Package
When you choose to invest in wedding videography, you're not just hiring someone to record a couple of clips here and there on your day;...
cloudydayweddings
Aug 23, 20243 min read


Recommended Storage Methods for Your Wedding Photos and Videos
Ensuring that your wedding photos and videos are safely stored is important. In this blog we will talk about our recommended storage methods
cloudydayweddings
Jun 22, 20242 min read


Video Delivery: Understanding Your Wedding Video Download and Delivery Process!
We want you to be able enjoy your wedding videos as soon as they arrive in your inbox. So here is how our video delivery process works!
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Jun 22, 20243 min read


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Jul 14, 20230 min read
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