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Photographing classy, timeless, and fun couples around the world. Sharing the details, inspiration, and education with you here. 

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Hi there! Welcome to the CBP blog, a place to share wedding beauty, our lives, travels, and plenty of tips. I'm glad you're here and I hope you'll stick around!

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What I Wish I Knew When I Started My Photography Business

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What I Wish I Knew When I Started My Photography Business Starting a photography business is exciting, overwhelming, and, let’s be honest—a little terrifying. When I look back at the beginning of my journey, there are so many things I wish I had known. I made mistakes, learned lessons the hard way, and spent years […]

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Best Places To Elope: Greece, Italy & Paris

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Best Places to Elope: Italy, Greece & Paris  For the romantics, the wanderers, and the wildly in love. There’s something about eloping that just feels different. It’s intimate.It’s sacred.It’s just the two of you (plus maybe your photographer and a bottle of bubbly). And when you pair that intimate experience with a breathtaking backdrop? Pure […]

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Why I Love Teaching Photography and What to Expect from My Photography Courses

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For Photographers

Why I Love Teaching Photography and What to Expect from My Photography Courses Photography has been a profound part of my life for the last 16 years, shaping my perspective, fueling my creativity, and allowing me to tell meaningful stories through my lens. But beyond capturing beautiful moments, one of the most fulfilling aspects of […]

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St Francis Winery Wedding Rehearsal: Liz and Thida

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St Francis Winery in Sonoma California is the place for this wedding rehearsal dinner.

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Macarthur Place Sonoma Wedding: Liz and Thida

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Macarthur Place Sonoma Wedding for Thida and Liz

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10 Common Mistakes New Photographers Make and How to Avoid Them

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Mistakes New Photographers Make and How to Avoid Them Starting a photography career is exciting, but it comes with a learning curve, even if you have been in the industry for a while like myself. Many new photographers make mistakes that can slow their growth and impact their success. The good news? These mistakes are […]

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