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Judith + Shane City Club Fort Worth, TX When it comes to your wedding reception, few things will have a bigger impact on your guests’ experience than who you pick for entertainment. Band or DJ, knowing the kind of vibe you want to create can really help you pick professionals that will create the ambience […]
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Emma + Matthew Getting Ready at Fort Worth Club and Ceremony at Marty Leonard Chapel Before going to the chapel on your wedding day, you’ll probably want to have some prep time with your friends. From hair and makeup to reading a sweet note from your soon-to-be-spouse, the getting ready portion of your wedding day […]
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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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Heather + Brandon Downtown Dallas Do you have a favorite date night spot? Maybe it’s where you had your first date… and lots of subsequent outings since? If so, spending part of your engagement session there can be such a fun way to ensure you feel comfortable, confident, and that the resulting photos feel very […]
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Abbey + Brandon Getting Ready at Wedding and Ceremony at Robert Carr Chapel When it comes to choosing where to put on your wedding dress, there are a lot more considerations than you might think. Getting ready photos are not just for logistics, after all. I mean, you do need to get dressed. But this […]
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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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Lindsey + Darya Fort Worth Club Wedding Reception When it comes to wedding cakes, the sky is the limit, both with the design and the delicious flavor options, and in Lindsey and Darya’s case, the actual height of the cake. As UT grads, they obviously wanted to pay homage to their shared alma mater, and […]
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Lily + Frankie SMU Dedman School of Law Why not take a stroll down memory lane, as part of your session? It’s a great way for us to get to know you better, seeing where your love story started, and hearing some of your favorite stories from that time period… Were you in a study […]
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While it was once tradition that a bride have bridesmaids that stood beside her during her ceremony, wearing matching gowns, carrying matching flowers, in my mom’s case even wearing matching hats(!)… the great news for modern couples is there really aren’t hard rules about what a wedding party looks like. Big, small, a mix of […]
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Gabby and Nick are cool and laidback people, who knew they wanted a fun, but chill vibe at their wedding reception. So what did they do? Hire a DJ that caught their vision, and kept everything simple to keep the focus on the fun. Bouquet and garter? Nope. Cake cutting? Nope; they’re not fans. They […]
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Lightly Photography was established in 2005 by Tracy Autem of Tracy Autem Photography.
For the past 19 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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