Advice Needed - DSLR Camera Shopping

So, my birth month is rapidly approaching (yes, I said month!), and the hubs has been asking for my birthday/Christmas wish list. Of course there are a few trinkets and such on there, but I've really had my eye on a DSLR camera!

Or a puppy.
(but that got vetoed.)

Ever since I've started this humble little blog, I've been dying to learn how to capture beautiful photos of my own and share them. If I got a DSLR, I would have a blast learning the ins and outs of a big girl camera.

But first I have to know which one to go for.
This is where you come in...

1 //  What DSLR camera do you recommend and why?
2 //  Do I need to add specific lenses to my wish list too?
3 //  What about editing software? Any faves?
4 //  How did you learn to use it? Tips/tricks?


I would love to have a camera that could beautifully photograph food as well as everyday photos.
Any help, advice, or recommendation are gladly welcomed!

{eeek!}

Blog Photoshoot Sneak Peek

I had the pleasure of working with my favorite photographer, Sharaya Mauck, on some updated headshots for my humble little blog. Sweet Sharaya sent them over to me this weekend and I am absolutely loving how they turned out!

What do you think?

Sharaya did such a wonderful job catching my giggly personality! Thanks, lady!

Did you know she shot both our engagement photos and our wedding? Hands down the BEST wedding decision we made. If you are in the Kansas City and looking for the world's best... Sharaya Mauck Photography, bar none.

Our wedding is even featured over on WedLoft blog today - go check it out!

Will you help me pick a favorite?
Which ones should I go with? Help!




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Our Wedding in Photos

I've been dying to get another huge sneak peek of our wedding photos, so when our photographer, Sharaya Mauck, sent some over yesterday, I about died. She did such a great job capturing happy memories of an amazing day.

Most of these are pre-ceremony, which means there will be more coming your way in the next few weeks!

Here's your peek so far...

My most favorite day.

Which photos are your faves?

I can't decide!!

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Our wedding featured in Brides Magazine

Photographer: Sharaya Mauck Photography || Ceremony/Reception Venue: Hawthorne House 

Day of Wedding Coordinator: Lindsay Howe of Simple Elegance|| Gown: Enzoani Diana 

Shoes: J.Crew || Hair: Par Exsalonce || Makeup: Mandy McKenna || Bridesmaids' Dresses: Nordstrom || Rings: Shane Co. || Groom and Groomsmen's Attire: Tip Top Tux || Invitations & Paper Goods: Amber Travis || Florist: Found in Nature || Ceremony Music: Sheree Peterson Lutz and Allison Peterson of Uptown Violins || Reception Music: Howe Weddings and Events || Cake: Iced Art 

Wedding Photos Are Here!

Yup, you read that right.

The lovely Sharaya Mauck, from Sharayamauck Photography, decided to send over a handful of images before she left for her tropical vacay. What a treat!

Even though there are only a few, I am loving the way they turned out... so us.
Oh! Can you tell that Adam and I were cracking up at each other the whole time?

What a bunch of goof balls...

Little can you tell that it's POURING down rain and the thunder claps are so loud the hair on my arms stood on end. As a matter of fact, that may be why we're completely cracking up.

What. a. day.
Once Miss Sharaya gets back from sipping pina coladas and tanning beachside (jealous!), I should have much more to share - decor, behind the scenes, first look, ceremony, first dance, etc.!


Peace, love, and puppy dogs...





Sharayamauck Photography
e-mail // sharayamauck@gmail.com
phone // 913.461.1948

A Beautiful Day in Photos

Just glancing through my future sister-in-law's wedding photos and fell in love. Their photographers, Paper Antler, did such an incredible job. What stunning photos to help us always remember the magic that was November 3rd.

Here are a few of my favorites from their big day...

The chapel they got married in was so gorgeous!

Isn't Meredith a stunning bride? So cute.

Aww... love that guy.

My future fam :)

We were aisle buddies - so fun!

That's our little flower girl, Lauren.

Melt. My. Heart.

Yup, that's my mom. Juju is the life of the party!

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Aren't those photos so great?

Just looking back at all of them makes me relive such a beautiful day that was. I sure love my future family, and I am so happy we all got to celebrate them together.

Life is good.

Happy Wednesday! More posts to come later!

Engagement Photo Sneak Peek + Weekend Wishes

With our big breast cancer walk tomorrow morning, we've been pretty crazy here in the office. So many things to do before we greet thousands and thousands of Kansas City pink-wearing residents and honor survivors!

So needless to say, I didn't even realize I had a facebook alert this morning! I got tons of texts from Adam and friends saying our wonderful wedding photographer, Sharaya Mauck, had posted an engagement photo teaser!

And then I just had to check it out ASAP...

I absolutely love it.

She promised more to come on her blog this afternoon, so until I share those with you next Tuesday, here is a sneak peek (apologize for the quality, I stole it off FB)...

What do you think?
I am just DYING to see more!! Happy girl! :)

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Anyway... such a great way to lift my spirits on a crazy day, and I can't wait for some weekend activities...

making strides against breast cancer + enjoying my fun co-workers 
sporting my pink EVERYTHING + post-event snooze time
Twilight marathon + lots of Cozy Couture crocheting

date night w/ future hubs + sleeping in
de-stressing gym sessions + yoga

girls night with the cousins 
church + relaxing

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What are you crazy kids up to this weekend? I hope you make it a lovely one! In case you're catching up on this weeks' posts...

+ the blogger must-do

+ THE blogs to follow 

+ going here for our exotic island honeymoon

See you next week for the Mingle Monday link-up party!



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