Brent + Emily - Columbia, MO Wedding Photographer

Brent and Emily were married last December in Hermann, Missouri and because it was cold out, they weren't able to get outdoor photos taken. We had the privilege of taking some outdoor photos for them---who knew we would have such awesome weather in April!

The session went really well for us and we had a blast!  Brent and Emily were super laid back and relaxed the entire time. We first took a few engagement photos (since they didn't have any taken previously) and then headed to Brent's Grandma's barn for the bridal session. The sun was starting to go down, so we were able to get some awesome shots with the yummy lighting.  Thanks again to Brent and Emily - we couldn't have asked for better models!

- Katie & Melissa

Check out our Pinterest boards!

We spend many hours on Pinterest searching for unique, creative ideas.  After making some decorative items for our wedding show booth (all of which were inspired from Pinterest), we decided we should create a separate Pinterest account for Fresh Inspirations Photography.  We thought this would offer our clients/future clients a unique service by being able to use Pinterest to explain the style of their wedding or event. We are still adding more boards, but visit http://pinterest.com/freshinspphoto/ and maybe you will be inspired too!

MO Wedding Connection

We are excited to announce that we are now members of the MO Wedding Connection!  We are looking forward to meeting other members! Visit www.moweddingconnection.com and check out the website.

FREE Bridal Portrait Session - Columbia, MO Wedding Photographer

Get married recently? Or still have your wedding dress?

We are so excited that we are having a contest and the winner will receive a FREE 1-Hour Bridal Portrait Session – including a disc with the edited photos and a copyright release.  All of it FREE!  

How to Enter: Simply send a photo of yourself with your fiancé/husband along with a short story of how you met to freshinspirationsphoto@hotmail.com .

The contest will run from today, 3/18/12, and end at 5:00pm, next Sunday, 3/25/12. The winner will be chosen at random and announced on Sunday, 3/25/12.

Rules [the fine print]

Bride must wear her wedding dress in the bridal portrait session. Groom must wear a suit or tux. The winners must provide their own dress/suit. The photographers will not provide a dress, shoes,  jewelry, or suit/tux. Floral bouquet will be provided by Fresh Inspirations Photography. The bridal portrait session will take place at Cedar Creek Resort in Columbia, MO (upon final approval from Cedar Creek). Bride and groom must be able to schedule the bridal portrait session to take place between March 26^th and April 15^th.  A model release is required, as we will use these photos in marketing and advertising.

If you have any questions - shoot us an email!

We can’t wait to hear your stories and give the winning couple a free bridal session!!

-Katie & Melissa

Free Printable Wedding Schedule Templates (Columbia, MO Wedding Photographer)

Just about every wedding falls behind schedule at one point or another. The bride can’t find her shoes, the groom forgot the marriage license, or the makeup artist is running a bit late. One of the most important aspects of planning your wedding is thinking through your wedding timeline and allowing enough time for any hiccups that may arise.

 An effective wedding timeline can make your day virtually stress free. An effective timeline can also ensure you have enough time to get the photos that you want.  We’ve ran across a couple free printable wedding schedule templates online that are fabulous. We hope they will aid you tremendously in your wedding planning!

 Also, a few tips for planning your big day:

 - Discuss your ideal timeline with each vendor to get any feedback from them on what works best.

 - Consider a first look to save time and capture some special photos. It also allows the bride and groom to have intimate time alone.

 - If you're the bride, get your make-up and hair done first rather than last.

 - Allow for more time than you think you may need; you can never have too much time for photos.

 There are two different schedules:

(1) Traditional Wedding Day Timeline

(2) Wedding Day Timeline with Pre Ceremony First Look

 http://www.weddingchicks.com/2010/01/28/good-timing/

We hope these help you tremendously in planning your big day!

Katie & Melissa

Hilton Garden Inn Wedding Show

Mark your calendars for April 29, 2012. Melissa and I will have a booth at the Hilton Garden Inn wedding show in Columbia, Missouri. The show is from 12-4pm. Come by and check out our booth! We are looking forward to meeting lots of brides! 


 ~Katie