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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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Whimsical Lairmont Manor Wedding Editorial

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Whimsical Lairmont Manor Wedding Editorial Photoshoot When I first arrived at Lairmont Manor in Bellingham, Washington for this styled wedding shoot, I felt like I had been transported to a European estate tucked into the heart of the Pacific Northwest. With its ivy-covered walls, arched windows, and timeless charm, the manor was the perfect backdrop […]

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T-Lazy 7 Ranch Wedding

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9 Tips To Choosing the Best Wedding Photographers in Utah

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Wedding Photographers in Utah Your wedding day is a tapestry woven with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories, and choosing the right photographer is essential to capturing it all. In Utah, where stunning landscapes meet charming venues, the options can be overwhelming. With so many talented photographers eager to […]

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Outfits For Your Engagement Session: 6 Best Tips On What To Wear

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Find The Perfect Outfits for Your Engagement Session: A Photographer’s Guide to Looking & Feeling Your Best Your engagement session is more than just a photoshoot—it’s a celebration of this beautiful, in-between moment before you say “I do.” It’s a chance to soak it all in, have fun with your partner, and get comfortable in […]

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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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