Top 5 tips for your long Beach island family photo session
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Top 5 tips for your long Beach island family photo session

I know being in front of the camera can be stressful, especially for families with young kids. But a beach photo session doesn’t have to feel stiff or overwhelming!

With a little preparation and the right mindset, your LBI beach portraits can be a fun and memorable experience! Here are a few tips to help prepare and make your photo session go smoothly

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An elegant Wedding at the Gables on long beach island
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An elegant Wedding at the Gables on long beach island

A beautiful elegant wedding at the Gables located on Long Beach Island with two of the most laid-back bides EVER. Meg & Noelle, thank you for trusting me with your special day, and you can’t even tell it rained by these pictures. The Gables provides the perfect scenery for your wedding, you do not even have to go to the beach!

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Favorite Wedding Venues On Long Beach Island
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Favorite Wedding Venues On Long Beach Island

Long Beach Island, with its pristine beaches, breathtaking ocean views, and charming coastal ambiance, serves as an enchanting backdrop for couples seeking a dreamy destination wedding. As you embark on the journey to tie the knot in this idyllic setting, the choice of the wedding venue plays a pivotal role in shaping the atmosphere of your special day. Here, we unveil our favorite local wedding venues in Long Beach Island, each offering a unique blend of romance, charm, and coastal beauty.

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best of 2022 weddings
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best of 2022 weddings

I just went through all of the weddings from 2022, and tried my best to narrow down my favorites. I am grateful to have photographed at amazing wedding venues including Brant Beach Yacht Club, Cedar Bonnet Island, The English Manor, Daddy O, Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club, Long Beach Island Foundation of Arts, and Parker’s Garage.

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A fall wedding at cedar bonnet island estate
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A fall wedding at cedar bonnet island estate

You know how sometimes somebody’s words just stick with you and you can remember exactly how you felt when you heard them the first time? Well, in the most humble way, that’s how Natalie made me feel. I was so excited to shoot their wedding at Cedar Bonnet Island Estate.

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