Social media has become a part of daily life.  Some of us panic a little if we cannot get to a computer to check Facebook, Twitter, and the rest.  Yes, I am one of them!  The beauty of social networking is the amount of information people share about the topics we love.  Weddings are a major topic on most social  networking sites.  I love to follow fellow wedding industry professionals to see the latest news. 

I have been on Facebook for years, but had a hard time adjusting to Twitter.  I have recently found an appreciation for Twitter because of all of the great blog posts and articles shared.  Google+ is the newest addition.  I love Google+!  It is the photographer's dream of social networking.  Photography is the second most popular occupation listed on Google+.  You know what that means!  Photos, photos, photos!

I mainly follow, like, friend, circle, (etc) wedding professionals, and like to share the great information I find.  Wedding tips, ideas, trends, planning, and stories abound in the social networks.  If you would like to join in the #wedding goodness, my social networking links are (There are a few!)

I haven't had much time to devote to my blog lately, because we are in the height of booking season.  I just wanted to take a moment to give a little piece of advice to brides.  Wedding planning can be stressful if you let it get away from you.  Just remember it is your wedding!  Advice from friends and family can be priceless when it is needed, but don't let it overwhelm you.  Remember, it is your day! 

If you find yourself feeling people are trying to take over your planning, just politely thank them for the advise, and let them know it is already taken care of.  If hearing, "You know what you should do..." is making your head spin, just stop listening.  Your friends and family are just trying to make the day perfect for you, but only you can decide what you really want.  If Aunt Susie tells you that you just have to have hot pink and yellow for your colors, thank her for the advise, and tell her you have already picked the colors.  If you really haven't quite decided yet, just say you are keeping it a secret.  De-stress your planning by taking over. 

I'll say it one more time, It's your day!

It's beach wedding season!  One of the many joys of living in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is the opportunity to photograph beach weddings.  Beach weddings can range from casual to formal, or intimate, to grand.  Bridal attire can range from a gown to a sundress.  Grooms can were a tuxedo or shorts.  The ocean, sand dunes, sun, and beach create the perfectly romantic setting for a wedding.  A beach wedding can be anything you want it to be.