Quiz: Which Lansing Wedding Venue is Right for you?

March 27, 2019

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I’ve spent years helping couples put together their wedding day schedules and planning out the little details that help the wedding day run smoothly, but by the time couples come to me, they almost always have the wedding venue booked. I’ve photographed weddings at most of the Lansing area wedding venues, so I thought it would be fun to put together a little quiz to help couples find the best Lansing wedding venues for them based on their needs and personalities—it’s a simple way to be helpful from the very beginning.

If you’re recently engaged, you can access the quiz here:

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How to Prep for Michigan State Senior Photos

March 20, 2019

Most people think about senior photos as a rite of passage during high school, but Michigan State senior photos have become more and more popular over the years as a way to celebrate and commemorate four (or more) years transitioning into adulthood on campus.

When to Schedule Michigan State Senior Photos

If you’ve been thinking about planning your own college senior photos, the best time to schedule your photos will be the last two weeks of April and into early May. The colors on campus are incredible during that time, and it’s a time of celebration on campus.

We’ll schedule the photos in the evening based on the best light of the day.

I recommend scheduling your session in late winter or early Spring to guarantee a spot.

When to Wear to Your College Senior Photos

I have a styling quiz that will help you figure out exactly what to wear, but most women choose to wear a white dress to wear under the traditional cap and gown. We usually take a mix of photos – some with the cap and gown, and some with the dress only.

Who to Bring to Your MSU Senior Photos

I always have seniors bring at least one friend along to help with the cap and gown and to stand off camera and take part in a few little verbal prompts to help you relax and laugh naturally. And have your friend come photo ready to jump into a few photos during the session.

How Many People can Participate in One College Senior Photo Session?

Mini sessions (30 minutes) can be shared with two seniors (or one senior with a few friend photos).
Full sessions (60 minutes) can include up to five seniors
Extended sessions (90 minutes) can include a group of up to ten friends. Keep in mind that the more people you add to the session, the less time we’ll have for different locations, but this is a great way to share costs and get a few great individual photos of each person, plus a mix of professional group photos.

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Lansing Maternity Photos in Winter

March 13, 2019

Winter always brings a welcome quiet to my world after my busiest time of the year from October through December. Last year, we even left town for six weeks to get out of the cold (I’m missing that Florida sunshine a bit right now—Zel asked me today why the sky is always so gray). Despite the cold, I always love getting out for a few winter sessions and winter weddings. I have a few favorite winter photo locations that tend to gravitate toward, and these Lansing maternity photos were no different.

Learn more about Allie & Co. Lansing maternity photos

Experimenting with Photographs + Motion

March 5, 2019

Late last year, I discovered a way to add motion to my photographs. It’s a fun way to add a new angle of creativity to my work—I think it would be especially fun as a way for companies to stand out with their brand stories on their websites and in social media.

It would also be really fun to put together a quick edit during dinner at a wedding and display a moving image during the reception&mdash.

Want to talk through creative concepts for your brand or put together a moving image to display at your event or wedding? Get in touch.