A Daughter of the Rodeo | The Story of Enedina Michel
Some stories are passed down through photographs. Others through family traditions, the places we come from, and the things we choose to carry with us.
In 2024, I had the pleasure of photographing Enedina Michel at Charming Farm Studio in Gilbert, Arizona, during a creative gathering with Women Networking in Photography (WNP).
I was immediately drawn to her beautiful leather gabán, adorned with horses, horseshoes, intricate designs, and fringe. Paired with her cowboy hat, lasso, and striking boots, her ensemble was a beautiful representation of Mexican ranching culture. But what interested me most was learning about the personal history behind it.
What to Bring on Your Wedding Day for Beautiful Detail Photos (with FREE Download)
Wedding details help tell the story of your day before the ceremony even begins. From rings and invitations to perfume, flowers, heirlooms, and handwritten letters, here is what to gather for meaningful, beautifully styled wedding detail photographs.
Best Places for Engagement Photos on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Planning engagement photos on the Mississippi Gulf Coast? TallulahMade Photography and Art photographs couples throughout Biloxi, Ocean Springs, Gulfport, Pass Christian, Bay St. Louis and beyond. Explore my wedding and engagement photography at tallulahmade.com/myweddings.
Do You Really Need an Engagement Photography Session?
Wondering if engagement photos are worth it? Learn how a session helps you feel comfortable on camera, connect with your photographer, and prepare for your wedding day.
Questions to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book
Learn which questions to ask a wedding photographer about full galleries, packages, contracts, backup plans, timelines, image delivery, and wedding-day preparation.
Should You Have a First Look on Your Wedding Day?
A first look is a private moment when a couple sees each other before the ceremony. It can help your timeline, calm your nerves, and give you more time together—but it is not the right choice for everyone.
Here is what to consider before deciding.
Planning a Beach Wedding: What to Know Before You Say “I Do”
A beach wedding can be beautiful, relaxed, and romantic—but the beach is not a controlled environment. Wind, heat, tides, tourists, and sudden weather changes can quickly disrupt even the prettiest plan.
Here is what you should consider before choosing the shoreline as your ceremony venue.
Should You Have a Pre-Elopement Party?
A pre-elopement party lets you celebrate with family and friends while keeping your ceremony private. Here’s how to decide whether having one will add joy—or unnecessary stress—to your plans.
Should You Tell Your Family Before or After You Elope?
Should you tell your family about your elopement beforehand or wait until you are married? Here’s how to protect your peace while honoring the relationships that matter to you.
What to Expect at a Courthouse Wedding—and What to Bring
Courthouse weddings may be simple, but they still require preparation. Here’s what to bring, what to confirm beforehand, and how to create a meaningful celebration beyond the ceremony.
Beautiful Low-Cost Wedding Venue Ideas That Still Photograph Beautifully
A beautiful wedding does not require an expensive venue. Explore affordable locations that offer good light, interesting backgrounds, and plenty of personality for your celebration and photographs.
What I Look for in a Wedding Venue as a Photographer
A venue may look beautiful during a tour, but how will it photograph throughout your wedding day? Here are the details I notice, from natural light and clean backgrounds to sunset access and reception lighting.
Hailey & Preston | A Romantic Desert Engagement Session in Phoenix, Arizona
There is something about the Arizona desert at sunset that never needs much help. The mountains, towering saguaros, winding trails and changing light already create the kind of backdrop that feels cinematic.
For Hailey and Preston’s engagement session in Phoenix, we kept things relaxed and let the desert do what it does best.
How to Create a Wedding Photography Shot List Your Photographer Can Actually Use (Free Download)
If you search for a wedding photography shot list, you’ll probably find a huge checklist: rings, first kiss, bouquet, cake cutting, first dance. But your photographer already knows to photograph those things.
How to Build a Wedding-Day Timeline That Leaves Room for Real Moments
A thoughtful wedding-day timeline keeps everything organized without making the day feel rushed. Learn how to create space for photographs, unexpected delays, quiet moments, and actually enjoying your celebration.
The Best Time of Day for Wedding Photos (And Why Lighting Matters)
What is the best time of day for wedding photos? From morning light and midday sun to golden hour, blue hour, and nighttime portraits, learn how lighting can affect your wedding photographs and why timing matters.
What Does a Wedding Photographer Actually Do Besides Take Pictures?
A wedding photographer does far more than show up with a camera. From timeline planning and managing family portraits to solving problems, reading light, protecting your images, and editing your final gallery, here's what you're really hiring a professional wedding photographer to do.
How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Do You Actually Need?
How many hours of wedding photography do you really need? From intimate ceremonies to full wedding days, learn what 3, 5, 6, and 8 hours of coverage can realistically capture and how to choose the right amount of time for your wedding.
7 Things to Do Before Your Engagement Photo Session
Your engagement photos should feel like you, not like a performance. From choosing the right location and outfits to understanding lighting and getting comfortable in front of the camera, here are seven things to do before your engagement photo session.