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I hope that these posts will be a source not only of inspiration but also information as you plan for your own photo shoot or event!

Romantic Military Engagement Photos at Rollins College in Winter Park
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Romantic Military Engagement Photos at Rollins College in Winter Park

Joey and Laura are such a wonderful match for one another! They live in Texas where Joey serves in the Army but were visiting Orlando a few weeks ago and asked me to take their engagement photos. They were so much fun to work with and were great sports about exploring around Rollins' beautiful campus. I wish them nothing but the best as they prepare to unite in marriage in just a few months!

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Why I Don’t Offer Airbrushing or Extreme Photoshop Retouching to my Brand Photography Clients
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Why I Don’t Offer Airbrushing or Extreme Photoshop Retouching to my Brand Photography Clients

I hope these points help you understand my creative decision to not offer extreme airbrush or retouching work for my brand photography clients. Of course every person is different so these “rules” aren’t 100% set in stone. If you have a concern, let’s talk about it and work together to makes BEAUTIFUL images that you and your followers will enjoy.

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5 Ways to Use Props in Your Brand Photo Shoot
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5 Ways to Use Props in Your Brand Photo Shoot

One of my favorite things about Brand Photo shoots is that every one is completely different. I get to work with entrepreneurs and business owners and learn about their unique selling propositions, their personalities and what audience they are hoping to reach.

One way you can further personalize your brand photo shoot is through the use of props. They can be helpful in communicating your message and reinforcing your branding. Today I’m going to share with you 5 ways you can use props in your brand photo shoot.

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Glow Like Crazy Bat Mitzvah at Congregation of Reform Judaism and The Mezz
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Glow Like Crazy Bat Mitzvah at Congregation of Reform Judaism and The Mezz

Izzy and her family are absolutely wonderful! They giggle at just about anything and truly love spending time together. This just made her Bat Mitzvah celebration even more fun for us. We started in the morning at Congregation of Reform Judaism in Orlando, Florida. Izzy did such a great job during her service! After the ceremony it was time to PARTY! Julbilation Events by Julie transformed The Mezz into a glowing wonderland for Izzy's Glow Like Crazy themed party. Our DJ Rocks kept the party going all afternoon with dancing and games!

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Commercial Use License: What it Means for You and your Brand Photos
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Commercial Use License: What it Means for You and your Brand Photos

Whenever you sign a contract with a photographer, it likely will include a section that outlines the ways you are allowed to use the images once you have them. So for example, it’s very common for family portrait or wedding photography contracts to have a personal use license which means you can share them online with family or make prints for yourself but you cannot use the images to advertise a business and you cannot sell them to a publication.

For my Brand Photography clients, I offer a commercial use license. I wanted to briefly go over what is included in that license so you understand how useful these images can be to you in advertising for your business.

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Family Vacation Photos in Orlando with Dawn Aiello Photography
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Family Vacation Photos in Orlando with Dawn Aiello Photography

No one can deny that Orlando is one of the top vacation destinations in the United States, if not the entire world. Families come from all over to visit theme parks, enjoy the Florida beaches and soak up that sunshine.

One thing I've noticed about families vacationing here in Orlando is that often it's one of the only times of year that everyone is together. And what better time to do family photos than when you're already together with all of your favorite people!

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