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Check out one of GEM's recent engagement sessions photographed at the famous Yale University.
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“What happens if the wedding is canceled?” “What happens if you get sick” “What is the next step?” I have heard the questions countless times. There are lists on The Knot that are the wedding photographer questions “you must ask” ( I actually answered those wedding photographer questions here). Now I think most of them […]
January 4, 2022
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First, let me start by thanking every couple that let me be a part of their big day this past year. Taking your wedding photos was an honor. Picking my favorites for the busiest year of my career was really hard. I hate when people feel left out, so having to pick between days that […]
December 28, 2021
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“The 2021 wedding season was the craziest year ever..” I am sure you heard that from a lot of wedding vendors this year… Some of us went to the spa, others bought a ton of new gear, but I decided on a Disney solo trip. Yes, I went to Disney World by myself and I […]
December 14, 2021
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One of the biggest questions I get is “Do I really need a second photographer?”. My answer is never yes or no. I usually respond with the benefits of having one. There are times when a second shooter really isn’t necessary and I have shot weddings solo many times, but there is definitely a benefit […]
December 1, 2021
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If you polled all the wedding photographers you know most of them would tell you that they love doing first look photos. To take it a step further, if you asked couples who have done first look photos if they regret it none of them would say they did. I am a traditional person and […]
November 23, 2021
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If I could describe Taylor and Amanda’s downtown Hartford engagement session it would be adventurous. I am not the most adventurous person. I spend most days in sweats watching reality tv and movies. That doesn’t mean I am not down for a hike or trying new food. When Amanda mentioned the locations they chose for […]
November 16, 2021
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Discaliamer: Before I get into my Eternals review please be warned that like mentioned in the title there are spoilers. These opinions are my own and I am not being paid in anyway to share these thoughts. The Eternals Review Ok so I know this is a blog that usually features other people, photography, and […]
November 9, 2021
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Like I said in the title Sam and Jackie’s Aqua Turf wedding was energetic. There was positive energy from the beginning of the day till the sparkler exit at the end (well the end of my time with them). I am a pretty calm person on a wedding day, which is a reason people book […]
November 2, 2021
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Libby and Mike’s Topsmead State Forest engagement session was so fun. I can still hear Libby’s infectious laugh in my head every time I look at their photos. I meet with a lot of couples and click with them right away. These two were no different. This session reminded me of why I love engagement […]
October 26, 2021
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Brittany and Mateo’s Saint Clements Castle reception was as beautiful as the grounds. Brittany reached out to me through a referral from a friend of mine (thanks Beth). Brittany explained to me that they were getting married in Italy, where Mateo is from, and they were having their big party here in the states for […]
October 19, 2021
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Raina McMillan, THE PHOTOGRAPHER
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Fueled by equal parts caffeine and Old School Hip Hop and R&B, I spend my days capturing the kinds of images that tell stories with beauty. Your story, your love, is beautiful and I can't wait to capture it in images you will treasure for years to come.
I believe in real moments and heartfelt conversations over a good beverage. In the kinds of images that remind you of the joy that can be found in the simplest of moments.
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A lot of moving pieces go into planning a wedding day timeline and we know it's easy to feel like a hot mess! Grab GEM's free guide to plan the perfect timeline for your day.
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