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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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Judith + Shane Saint Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth, Texas If you’re wanting to incorporate some personal touches into your wedding day, it can be fun to think outside the box (or Pinterest) and find truly unique ways to pay homage to your favorite people, places and pastimes. In Judith’s case, while she opted not […]

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Do you want your guests to have a unique experience at your wedding? Think about having a specialty vendor create something for them! Channing and Kyle had ACA Designs provide custom drawings of guests that they could take home with them. What a fun idea! It’s different and your guests will be able to display […]

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Let’s talk about color! I LOVE that Channing and Kyle chose to use so many beautiful colors for their wedding day. With a venue like City Club where there is already color, you may feel like you need to stick to neutrals, not true! You can totally embrace the color scheme of your venue and […]

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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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It has been a long two years waiting for Lauren & Alex to be able to be married with their friends and family present but it has finally happened! With Lauren’s family being in Australia, they had to wait until restrictions lifted and borders opened for them to be able to travel. Well, it was […]

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Becca and Mike are married!! I have loved getting to know these two during their planning process. They just have so much fun together and I knew their wedding day was going to be a blast. Not only did they have an A Team of vendors, but also a beautiful and perfect day! What more […]

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We are excited to share a recent styled shoot at the Silver Star Distillery in Fort Worth! If you’re looking for a venue that’s a little different than your typical ballroom setting, or an interesting place to hold your rehearsal dinner or intimate wedding then look no further! Silver Star Distillery has a wonderful outdoor […]

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Claire and Clayton are married and it could not have been a more perfect day! We had the A team of wedding vendors, the weather was sunny and warm and Claire, Clayton and their wedding party were so much fun! Claire and Clayton chose to make a little stop at the Kimbell Art Museum for […]

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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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