Summer wedding costs vary widely depending on location, guest count, and style, with outdoor celebrations often running higher for tents, climate control, and portable facilities. The most critical planning steps:…
Venue tours move fast and it is easy to get swept up in the aesthetics. This list covers every question you should ask before signing a contract, from hidden fees…
Wedding invitation etiquette calls for mailing invitations 6 to 8 weeks before a local wedding and 10 to 12 weeks before a destination event. Every invitation should include the host line,…
Simplify wedding planning with 26 group gift ideas and expert tips in our comprehensive Group Gifting 101 guide.
Once famous as an artist colony, nowadays the Carmel area is known as a peaceful weekend getaway. The breathtaking scenery and the top-notch restaurants and hotels also make it a…
When you think of Silicon Valley, epicenter of the technology and innovation, you probably don’t think, “What a great place for a wedding!” Well, think again. Full of history and…
The beautiful, bountiful Bay Area is made up of several large and diverse regions. Each one has tons to offer in terms of wedding venues, and the East Bay is…
Ranging from sweet and romantic to downright sexy, bridal boudoir photos can make a fun and intimate wedding gift for your partner. You can do it by yourself as a…
Santa Cruz has long been known to Californians as a counterculture capital. But it’s even more so the natural beauty of the Santa Cruz coastline that draws so many to…
How did you get into photography? Are you self-taught or formally trained? I received my Bachelors of Science with a concentration in Photography in ’09 from Illinois State University. I…
Sonoma County, the birthplace of California winemaking, is one of the most popular places to get married in the Northern California for a reason. Sonoma Valley boasts amazing wineries, of…
Every couple has their own unique way of organizing their guest list. That’s why we created the labels feature for your Joy Guest List. Labels help you answer basic questions…
How did you get into photography? Are you self-taught or formally trained? Both! I (Amber) have an undergrad degree in Fine Arts, I started photography after losing my hearing and…
