Why You Shouldn't Hire a Photographer Family Member or Friend
Do not make the mistake of hiring a friend/ family member. If you have a close friend or family member who is just getting into photography or has a professional camera, it can be tempting to accept their offer to shoot your wedding day for free (or much cheaper than a professional photographer would). But letting a non-professional photograph your wedding can result in low-quality or even terrible images, meaning you end up with no good photos of one of the most important days of your life.
How to Write a Groom's Speech
Most people don’t enjoy public speaking, and one of the things you may be most nervous about on your wedding day is giving a groom’s speech. You want to express your joy and gratitude, but you don’t want to bore everyone to tears. Have no fear! QC Wed Me has put together some tips to help you write a groom’s speech that everyone will remember with a smile.
Wedding Album Terminology Explained
A professional photo album is a great way to compile the images from your wedding day and allows you to create an heirloom that can become a part of your family history. But when it comes to designing and printing albums, photographers tend to use a lot of terms with which many people may be unfamiliar. So, QC Wed Me has put together this guide to help you better understand the different styles and terms associated with album design.
Wedding Reception Dessert Bar Options
Dessert bars are always an awesome addition to any wedding reception. And with all the options we have available in the Quad Cities area, you’re sure to find something everyone will like! Check out these dessert bar ideas and the QCA wedding vendors who can make them happen!
Featured Vendor -- Wedded Bliss Quad Cities Wedding Ceremony Officiant
As more couples host their weddings outside the traditional church setting, the need for a ceremony officiant is increasing. This month’s featured vendor — Wedded Bliss Ceremony Officiant — offers just that. Owner Emily Peterson is an ordained wedding celebrant and offers custom ceremonies tailored to each couple.
What Does a $20k Wedding Look Like?
Two dollar amounts— $21k and $36k. One is the amount most QCA couples actually spend on their weddings and the other is the amount required to hire a high-quality wedding professional in all categories. So what’s the $15k discrepancy? That’s where couples prioritized and made some tough choices.
Below are some examples. Consider that the first three couples had a $20k budget and a guest count of about 150— both pretty realistic. Each couple prioritized parts of their wedding day and allotted their budgets to reflect that.
14 Proposals Anyone Could Pull Off
In this world of prom proposals and promise rings and everything broadcast on social media, it may feel like proposing to your love has to be a grandiose production. In reality, your proposal should be meaningful and memorable. That may look different for every couple.
What if a vendor dies/ closes before the wedding day?
You’re spending thousands on the wedding day of your dreams. The last thing you want to think about is a vendor dying or closing shop before your wedding day. But, it happens. While we hope you never have to face this, the best way to prepare for this and address it are outlined below.