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A Touch of Spring Styled Shoot in Bend, Oregon

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The late January sunlight streamed through the windows of White Aspen Creative, as Jordan & Shay nuzzled into each other. Shay’s bright, melodious giggle rang throughout the space, almost (but not quite!) covering the sound of my camera shutter.

These two lovebirds are getting married this coming summer, and were a driving force behind my inspiration as I planned out this styled shoot. My inspiration also came from the thought of spring coming after a long winter! I think the blush tones and abundant greenery, juxtaposed against the peeks of snow outside, perfectly capture those feelings.

Behind me, Emily – from Ponderosa Planning – set up our sweetheart table. If ever there was inspiration for a blush and white wedding, this was it! Stunning florals from Lilacs and Lilies surrounded beautiful flatware, cutlery, and candlesticks from Heirlooms & Co. Emily did an incredible job creating the sweetheart table. It was the perfect balance of simplicity, while not being *too* simple! If you’re looking for a Central Oregon wedding planner, Emily is definitely your girl!

Speaking of vendors, I just need to rave about the ones involved with this shoot.

As I mentioned about, Ponderosa Planning was our day-of coordinator. She was so sweet, and absolutely helped my vision come to life! Kate Hana Artistry was our makeup artist, and Leah Mooney was our hair stylist. Both of these ladies are SO talented, and I highly recommend them both! I’m always partial to Lilacs and Lilies, especially since they did the flowers for my own wedding! Yvonne exceeded all my expectations once again, and created such beautiful arrangements for this shoot.

Our rentals came from Heirlooms and Co., and were soooo gorgeous! Bella Brides fulfilled all my hopes and dreams for our styled shoot wedding dress. Shay looked absolutely stunning in the gown! Bella Brides also has rental tuxes, which is where we got Jordan’s. Last but not least, White Aspen Creative was the perfect location for our shoot! The white walls, huge windows, and incredible beams are a photographer’s dream.

Everything about our Touch of Spring Styled Shoot makes my heart go pitter-patter, and I hope it inspires you in your own wedding planning!

If you’re planning a Bend, Oregon wedding, make sure to reach out to the vendors involved in this styled shoot. They’re bound to make your day just as magical as this one was!

Styled Shoot Host: @rebekahleonaphotography⁣
Photographer: @rebekahleonaphotography⁣
Coordinator: @ponderosaplanning⁣
Makeup: @kate_hana_artistry⁣
Hair: @leah.mooney.hair⁣
Florals: @lilacsnliliesfloral⁣
Rentals: @heirloomsandco⁣
Wedding Gown Boutique & Tux Rental: @bellabridesbend⁣
Venue: @whiteaspencreative⁣
Bride & Groom Models: @shaychristenee / @jordanemerich

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I just started a new workout program this week and I just started a new workout program this week and BOY HOWDY is my body feeling it. I typically workout 2-3 times a week and have been pretty consistent with that the last few years, but this new program is working muscles I didn't even know I had!! But wow it feels so good, and the knowledge that it's preparing me to better serve my clients is the cherry on top. How is it going to help me better serve my clients, you might ask? Well, for starters, a lot of my sessions (especially the adventure ones!!) include some sort of a hike. And when I am doing multiple sessions every week, hiking even just a few miles adds up. Not to mention how much energy goes into a wedding day! If you've never stayed on your feet for 8 hours straight while carrying two 5-10 pound weights strapped to your shoulders, and then repeatedly lifting those weights up to eye level...well, give it a try sometime. 😜 Photographers, what other ways do you prepare yourself during the "off-season" for those hectic summer months?
Hey sweet girl, I just want to let you know... If Hey sweet girl, I just want to let you know... If you and your man argue or fight on the way to your session...you’re not alone. If you have a meltdown five minutes before getting in the car because your hair won’t do what you want it to...you’re not alone. If you worry that your man won’t look happy in the photos cause he really isn’t a fan of photos even though he’s honestly a really nice guy...you’re not alone. If you’re struggling during your session with body image and a zit that showed up this morning...you’re not alone. If you throw your hands up and say “maybe we just shouldn’t do it” right before walking out the door...you’re not alone. If you’re not feeling in a lovey-dovey mood the day of your session because *SOMEONE* didn’t pick up his socks again...you’re not alone. Without reveling to many marital secrets, I gotta tell you that between most and all of the above things have happened to me the day of a photo session with my husband. It doesn’t mean that we have a bad marriage or that we should postpone the session, it means that we’re normal human beings under a little bit of stress. My job (and one that I love) as your photographer is to help alleviate that stress and help you both relax and even enjoy the time in front of the camera. Your job? Breathe. Take a few deep breaths, focus on the GOOD, and let me do the rest. I promise that even bad days can turn into beautiful photos and memories. 🖤
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