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Not everyone wants a big wedding. We get that. For many couples, a private elopement is ideal, whether it be a destination ceremony in the mountains or beachside, or a weekday afternoon at the courthouse. We are big fans of couples choosing what’s best for them when it comes to their wedding. That said, sometimes […]

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Your wedding celebration won’t start the morning of your big day. It starts when your favorite people begin arriving in town, all to celebrate you! For many couples, that means a great big welcome party with family and friends, catching up over dinner and sharing toasts over champagne. If you’re planning a welcome party or […]

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Abbey + Brandon Wedding Reception at the Ashton Depot in Fort Worth, TX When it comes to your wedding reception, there really are no rules. Your celebration should feel right for you two. That could mean a big band and a dance party, or, it could mean a more chill evening for mingling and reconnecting. […]

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Haley + Evan Grey Reception at The Colonial Country Club You have meticulously planned your wedding day because when the lights get dimmed and the band hits the stage you know you want to party! Couples can feel so much pressure to visit with everyone, get pulled away for pictures or interrupted for farewells. I […]

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Haley + Evan Grey Ceremony at Robert Carr Chapel – TCU Moments are what make your wedding day special and unique to you. Authentic moments are what we are looking for and for me they are what I get most excited to capture. And if you’re not taking time to be in the moment and […]

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Hailey + Tyler | Wedding Reception at The Fort Worth Club Fort Worth, TX You have been counting down the days until you say I do. Yes, you are super excited to get married but maybe you are also really looking forward to the reception! I love a good party and my favorite weddings I […]

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Hailey + Tyler | Rehearsal Dinner Joe T Garcia’s – Fort Worth, TX Did you know that you can hire us to document your whole wedding weekend? Yep, that’s right! We are happy to come to your bridal lunch, welcome cocktail hour, rehearsal dinner, farewell brunch and any other event that might be happening in […]

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Mackenzie + Brody Wedding Reception at The Ashton Depot | Downtown Fort Worth We LOVE a great party with lots of dancing! And where does that dancing occur? The dance floor of course! It’s true that some venues do not always need a physical dance floor due to the nature of their hardwood, marble or […]

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Allison + Sean Union Station – Dallas You have been counting down the days until you say I do. Yes, you are super excited to get married but maybe you are also really looking forward to the reception! We love a good party and our favorite weddings we get to spend hours on the dance […]

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Lightly Photography was established in 2005 by Tracy Autem of Tracy Autem Photography.

For the past 20 years, Tracy has built a brand and reputation as a highly respected and talented professional. Today she trains, mentors, and works alongside everyone on the Lightly Photography team.
And together, we have built a brand that offers consistent quality, seamless processes, and a luxury experience—no matter what. 

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