Inspiration
August 25th, 2009
Planning weddings can be crazy, and it’s always helpful to get tips, tricks, and ideas from others. Below are a list of wedding blogs that I like, some wedding photographers that I look to for inspiration, and some vendors that I adore. If there is a blog, service, or photographer that you absolutely think must be listed here, then please, speak up!
VENDORS
- M13 Graphics
Great for any printing needs. Fantastic prices, wonderful customer service, and fast turnaround! - Billy Carlson (Designer)
A wonderful designer that produces elegant and classy designs – great if you need invites/programs designed!
GENERAL BLOGS
- The Truth About Wedding Photography
A must-read for every bride that explains some ins and outs of wedding photography - Prosecco & Lemonade
The blog of a client, who is not only super sweet, but also has fabulous ideas & design sense! - Rock ‘N Roll Bride
As stated on the website, Rock ‘N Roll Bride “promotes individuality and general awesomeness.” They do. - Green Wedding Shoes
A blog that showcases ideas and lots of fabulous photography. Mostly vintage (which I love!)..one of my absolute favs! - Snippet & Ink
Beautiful weddings ideas and photography, usually with some backstory. - Grey Likes Weddings
Another wedding idea blog, focused on vintage styling.
PHOTOGRAPHY INSPIRATION
- Red Leaf Studios
Stunning wedding photography. You just have to see it. - Oeil Photography
Unique and creative wedding & portrait photography. - Jose Villa
One of the best! His photography really shows off the details that make a wedding. - Jagg Photography
Lovely portrait & wedding photography. Lots of soft tones. - Jonas Peterson
The tilt-shift lens master. - Gene Pease Photography
Gene uses a lot of creative angles. Always interesting! - Kat Braman Photography
Kat’s great at capturing those perfect moments.
PHOTOGRAPHER FRIENDS
- Paweł Słowik Fotografia – Fotograf ślubny Warszawa
Lifestyle and wedding photographer - JJ Horton Photography – NC Wedding Photographer
Wedding and event photography - Xsightn Photography – Nigeria Wedding Photographer
Specializing in wedding and lifestyle photography - EM Event Photography – Cleveland Wedding Photographer
Wedding and portrait photographer - Brian Calabrese Photography – NYC Wedding Photographer
- Mark’s Brides – Birmingham Alabama Wedding Photographer
Mark Parker is a couture wedding and portrait photographer in Birmingham Alabama - Misterphill – Bournemouth Wedding Photographer
Reportage wedding photography - Kalago Photography – Calgary Wedding Photographer
- Kirsten Alana Photography – Wedding & Travel Photography
Wedding & travel photography from a modern yet elegant perspective - Pipers Photography, ltd – Columbus, OH Wedding Photography
Wedding and portrait photography - Eliza Claire Photography – London and Kent Wedding Photographer
Specializing in wedding and boudoir photography in the UK - Roving Girl Photography – Jacksonville Wedding Photographer
North Florida wedding & portrait photographer - Thomas Lester Photography – Jacksonville Wedding, Portrait, and Event Photographer
Wedding photojournalism and lifestyle photography - Tobiah Tayo Photography – Manchester Wedding Photographer
- Sarah McGee Photography – Minneapolis Wedding Photographer
Twin Cities wedding, event, and portrait photography - Sarah Bray Photography – Central FL Wedding Photographer
Central FL wedding and fine art portrait photographer - Photorexit Photography – Chicago Wedding Photography
Specializes in wedding photojournalism - Ben Godkin Photo – Austin Wedding Photographer
Fine art wedding photography and portraiture
RESOURCES
- Illinois Wedding Photographers
Search for local wedding photographers in Illinois at LocalWeddingPhotographers.com - Chicago Wedding Photography, Illinois Wedding Photographers
In Chicago? Search for vendors around the area!





















