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Orchard Park Elopement | Vancouver, WA | Julia + Vitaliy

Orchard Park Elopement | Vancouver, WA | Julia + Vitaliy

By LCLindley|October 19th, 2020|Elopement, wedding|

Julia and Vitaliy met in Alaska when she was having a brief love affair with becoming a pilot. Vitaliy was her flight instructor. As she tells it, they "fell in love the minute we crawled into the two seat sea-plane and that was that." Julia no longer felt the need to become a pilot since she had one now. And then in an unfortunate, but expected turn of events because of 2020, what was supposed to be a private backyard destination wedding in Lake Tahoe, CA turned into an intimate Orchard Park elopement in Vancouver, WA that was perfectly delightful in every way.

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How to Attract Your Ideal Photography Clients

How to Attract Your Ideal Photography Clients

By LCLindley|October 12th, 2020|Commercial Photography, Photography, Tips, wedding|

I'm a photographer who promises to cuss only three times in front of your grandma, will throw back tequila shots with you at the end of the night on your dance floor, sends koozies to all my clients, and isn't afraid to tell your Aunt Myra no. My ideal client is adventurous and laid back. They are backyard BBQ-ing whiskey drinking partiers that just want to celebrate their day with the people they love most. They value classic photography and those are 100% the kind of people I attract most often. How do YOU attract your ideal photography clients? Don't worry - this bitch is here to help.

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LTCC Demonstration Garden Elopement | South Lake Tahoe, CA | Hannah + Max

LTCC Demonstration Garden Elopement | South Lake Tahoe, CA | Hannah + Max

By LCLindley|October 5th, 2020|Elopement, wedding|

"Whats more 2020 then your photog getting dysentery... but still FUCKING KILLING THE GAME....May faint, will still provide a good time." Hannah's review of my services after her Lake Tahoe Community College Demonstration Garden elopement. Read more about this VERY true story and more from Max and Hannah here!

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The Real MVPs: Drafting Your Wedding Party Lineup

The Real MVPs: Drafting Your Wedding Party Lineup

By LCLindley|September 28th, 2020|Tips, Wedding Planning|

Even though it looks different this year, football season is here! And just like teams are drafting their most valuable players, you may be thinking about who your wedding day MVPs will be. When you’re considering people for your wedding party, don’t just give anyone the honors. Your winning team will be a mix of dedication, different strengths, and a little raw talent. Remember: you’re the quarterback calling the plays, your teammates should respect and trust your judgment. Here are the key-players to add to your O-line roster—happy drafting!

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Tahoe River House Retreat Wedding | Mariela + Andrew

Tahoe River House Retreat Wedding | Mariela + Andrew

By LCLindley|September 21st, 2020|Tahoe, wedding|

Mariela and Andrew had a dual location wedding: a ceremony and cocktail hour at The Landing Resort and Spa on their rooftop wedding deck, followed by a reception, dinner, and dancing at the absolutely incredible Tahoe River House Retreat in Meyers, CA, one of the ONLY private estates in South Lake Tahoe that allows for weddings and events. With plenty of parking and no neighbors, this VHR is the perfect spot for a South Lake Tahoe private backyard wedding, complete with a teepee! If you are looking for a private estate that will allow for events and weddings of up to 100 guests, the Tahoe River House Retreat is the perfect location!

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Fall 2020 Wedding Trends

Fall 2020 Wedding Trends

By LCLindley|September 7th, 2020|Tips, wedding, Wedding Planning|

The busy summer wedding season eventually gives way to a slower-paced fall. These cozy gatherings are a welcome turn from the bustle and sometimes sweltering summer heat. I find myself favoring the cooler breezes, longer nights, and laid back couples who choose fall weddings. Here are some of the details I look forward to seeing!

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Tahoe City Backyard Wedding | Molly + Chris

Tahoe City Backyard Wedding | Molly + Chris

By LCLindley|August 31st, 2020|wedding|

Molly and Chris were originally going to hold a large destination wedding at Granlibakken in Tahoe City. It's a charming event center and retreat with endless outdoor space that backs up to the Tahoe forest. It's a great spot for a wedding because all your friends and family can stay on site and there's plenty of space. When COVID changed their plans, Molly and Chris pivoted quickly to something that seemed all too perfect for them: a small, intimate Tahoe City backyard wedding at the cabin that has been in their family for generations.

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What to wear to your engagement session

What to wear to your engagement session

By LCLindley|August 24th, 2020|Engagement, Tips|

I frequently get questions from my couples about what they should wear to their engagement sessions. There isn’t a catchall answer, but this post has all of the things you should consider when deciding what to wear to your engagement photo session!

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Missouri Backyard Wedding | Washington and Louisiana, MO | Austin + Melissa

Missouri Backyard Wedding | Washington and Louisiana, MO | Austin + Melissa

By LCLindley|August 17th, 2020|wedding|

Melissa and Austin had planned their wedding at the Chart House in Lake Tahoe and modelled it, or, in Melissa's self professed words "copied" it from Ashley and Tim, down to the dancefloor. They even stole their photographer (me!) and are claiming to keep me as a friend forever. When their destination wedding was cancelled due to the pandemic, Melissa said she was "expecting some shit to hit the fan but man oh man this went above and beyond!!!!" When Melissa and Austin came up with a new plan, it was completely and totally reflective of their personality, which Melissa said has "always been a wild ride" and I was fortunate enough to have the ability to make it to Missouri to capture their revised wedding day.

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Revamp your Professional Presence with Headshot and Branding Photos

Revamp your Professional Presence with Headshot and Branding Photos

By LCLindley|August 10th, 2020|Commercial Photography, Marketing|

I’ve worked on editorial and commercial photoshoots for local, international, small, and large businesses for close to ten years now. I take photos that authentically represent businesses: photos you see on websites, in magazines, emails, ads, marketing brochures, and more. Investing in headshot and branding photos is a commitment to showing off your business in a cohesive and professional way, even if your role or company is laid back.

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County Clerk COVID Elopement | South Lake Tahoe, CA | Kierney + William

County Clerk COVID Elopement | South Lake Tahoe, CA | Kierney + William

By LCLindley|August 3rd, 2020|Elopement, wedding|

With SO many of my clients faced with the tough decisions to cancel, postpone or downsize their weddings, many have decided to go this route: just get married and I am 100% here for it. Like so many of my clients, Kierney and Will are still planning on partying later (now in their renovated and redone backyard, thanks to COVID house projects), but they were overjoyed to just go ahead and solidify their union in the most Tahoe-esque way possible.

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Downsizing Wedding Expectations without Downsizing Excitement

Downsizing Wedding Expectations without Downsizing Excitement

By LCLindley|July 27th, 2020|Elopement, Tips, wedding, Wedding Planning|

In the face of a global pandemic, many couples are having to make difficult choices regarding the days they have, in some cases, spent their lives or at least the last year or two, dreaming about. As wedding vendors, we are incredibly aware of how difficult these decisions have been for folks as they also directly affect our livelihoods. Downsizing your wedding expectations without downsizing your excitement is possible, I promise! Head here for some suggestions on reframing your expectations but not minimizing your joy.

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