(And Why It Matters More Than the Flowers, the Dress, or the Pinterest Board) Dear bride,If you’re here, it’s probably because you’re trying to plan a wedding that’s beautiful , joyful , and most importantly— centered on Jesus Christ . You’ve likely already made your list:✓ Nuptial Mass booked?✓ Reception venue reserved?✓ Photographer, dress, colors, flowers… maybe even the seating chart? But here’s something most Catholic brides miss until the day is already here: ✨ Are you

A Catholic Photographer’s Guide to Elegant, Iconic, and Peaceful Wedding Photos If you're getting married in Kansas City and looking for portraits that feel timeless, editorial, and joyful , the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art  is one of the most iconic and versatile photo locations  in the entire metro. We’ve photographed here many times and can confidently say:It’s beautiful in every season, every light, and every wedding timeline —but it helps to work with a photographer who k

A Catholic Photographer’s Guide to Weddings in Kansas City In the heart of Kansas City, Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church  stands as one of the most reverent, beautiful, and well-loved churches for a sacred Catholic wedding. Known for its deep devotion to the Eucharist, strong pastoral care, and stunning liturgical space, Good Counsel offers both the Ordinary Form (Novus Ordo)  and the Extraordinary Form (Latin Mass) —making it an ideal setting for couples seeking a Go

✨ Where Sacrament Meets Simplicity + Beauty If you're getting married in Manhattan, Kansas , there is no place more meaningful for a Catholic wedding than St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center , the vibrant spiritual home for Kansas State students, alumni, and young families. Located right on campus at 711 Denison Avenue , St. Isidore’s offers not just a place to be married—but a place to encounter Christ through the Sacrament of Marriage, surrounded by the liturgy, beauty, a

A Local Catholic Photographer’s Guide to Celebrating the Sacrament Beautifully If you’re planning a Catholic wedding in Manhattan, Kansas—especially at St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center —you’re probably searching for the perfect place to celebrate afterward. As a Catholic wedding photographer in Manhattan, KS , I’ve had the joy of documenting countless wedding receptions filled with light, laughter, and holy joy. Whether you envision a sunset celebration overlooking the F

A Catholic Photographer’s Guide to Sacred, Beautiful Weddings in Lincoln, NE If you’re a Husker Catholic or planning your wedding in Lincoln, Nebraska, there’s no more meaningful place to begin your marriage than at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Newman Center , St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church . This church is not only breathtakingly beautiful—it’s fully alive with Christ , rooted in Eucharistic devotion, and surrounded by faithful students, alumni, and families. For

A Photographer’s Guide to Moody, Elegant, and Iconic Catholic Wedding Photos Whether you’re getting married at the UNL Newman Center, St....

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