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There are many factors to consider when choosing your wedding venue. Are you wanting a church ceremony with your reception in another location? Do you want to hold your ceremony and reception all in one venue? Will you have an indoor or outdoor ceremony and what happens if the weather is less than ideal? Will […]

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And the amazingness of Grace and Andrew’s wedding day continues! After a few more beautiful photos out in the courtyard it was time to party! First of all, Grace and Andrew performed probably the best first dance I have ever seen! And then Grace and her dad had some fun performing the father/daughter dance. And […]

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Oh my goodness gracious what an amazing day! We had a blast celebrating Grace and Andrew’s marriage! They held their wedding ceremony and reception at The Hotel Crescent Court and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Before the ceremony they saw each other for the first time out in the courtyard and it was the […]

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It may be summer but that doesn’t mean we can’t get senior portraits done for next school year! Jake is going to be a senior next year and wanted to have his portraits taken at the Fort Worth Stockyards. It was super fitting for him and his laid back style. He even brought his sweet […]

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I think Catherine might have had the most unique veil I have ever photographed and I’m obsessed with it! I’m so excited to share her bridal portraits and show off that stunning veil! She wanted to take her portraits where her reception was being held at her brother’s home in North Dallas. It worked out […]

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I always have so much fun hanging out with Maddy and I’m so sad that her big day has come and gone. But that means I finally get to post her beautiful bridal portraits! I think Maddy’s dress might be one of my favorites! It is sparkle from top to bottom plus the over skirt […]

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I expected nothing less than a good party from Maddy and Colin’s reception and yet again, I was not let down. After some gorgeous photos on the golf course, it was time to start the party and party we did! Maddy and her dad definitely set the tone when they did a super fun choreographed […]

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I cannot believe that Maddy & Colin are already married! It feels like only yesterday that I was taking their engagement photos. I knew from the moment I met this amazing couple that their wedding day was going to be a blast and I was right! Maddy is a kind and bubbly person who loves […]

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Wow! What a party! Not only was their ceremony beautiful and dreamy but Julie and Austin had quite the reception as well. Julie changed into the cutest white jumpsuit and tennis shoes and was ready to hit the dance floor with her new husband! I don’t think the dance floor was ever empty until it […]

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Julie and Austin are married! It was so much fun being part of their big day. Julie has always dreamed of having her wedding at the Dallas Arboretum and her dreams came true! It was an incredible day full of joy and the Arboretum is a beautiful backdrop. I think my favorite moment (as it […]

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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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