Casey Morris 4/2/17 Casey Morris 4/2/17

Album Magic

I recently began offering albums as an add-on option for my sweet wedding clientfriends, and received my first sample album in the mail this past week. It was like I was opening up my OWN wedding album when I took it out of the wrapping - I was THAT excited. You better believe I'll be carrying this to every meeting and consultation I ever do from here on out...

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Alex + Kevin // A Forest Green and Copper Inspired Fall Wedding in Middletown, NY

Alex + Kevin are the type of people you always want to be around. They are magnetic with their wit and cheerfulness, and draw others to them easily with their compassion and kindness. They love to encourage others, and it's evident in every part of every interaction with them. They are givers, and they exude a special type of goodwill that you can't quite put your finger on, but you know you want it in your life...

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The Top Eight Things I Learned in Business in 2016

If you follow my Instagram, you were able to count down my top 31 favorite moments of 2016. Some had to do with my business, some had to do with my personal life - almost all of them had to do with connection.

Connection is so much. In life. And in business. I'm a firm believer that genuine connection with others should be a priority in business. 2016 has taught me this well...

Casey Morris 11/5/16 Casey Morris 11/5/16

Jamie + Nick // A Rustic Ridge View Farm Wedding in Kerhonksen, NY

It's funny how certain memories stick. I remember very vividly meeting Jamie + Nick for the first time. They dreamt of their gorgeous farm wedding with me. They told me about the incredible venue, their thoughts for their colors and bridesmaid dresses, their desire to have a day that just encompassed all that they are together, and celebrated it in the best of ways...

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Catherine + Thomas // A Mohonk Mountain House Wedding in New Paltz, NY

I am forever inspired by the visions and dreams that my couples have for their weddings. Even the simplest of weddings have the most significant of details and meaning...

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Chelsea + Ernie // A DIY-Infused Wedding in New Windsor, NY

Chelsea and Ernie are an important part of my little tribe. Their relationship has been one of my favorites to come alongside. Chelsea is the soft to Ernie's loud, the sweetness to his boisterousness. They are genuine through and through, and are some of the most kind-hearted people I have ever met...

Casey Morris 7/19/16 Casey Morris 7/19/16

Sevim + Dan // A Rustic Chic Wedding at Highlands Country Club in Garrison, NY

All I do is gush about my clients. I know this. I'm ok with this. I'm pretty sure my clients are ok with it, too. :)

I first met Dan and Sevim in a little coffee shop that had the most delicious iced coffee...

Casey Morris 7/2/16 Casey Morris 7/2/16

Jessie + Chris // A Private Estate Wedding in Hyde Park, NY

Wedding days are often hard to put into words. How can one adequately describe the palpable excitement in the air, the smell of the bouquets, the flow of a veil, the giggles amongst friends? ...

Casey Morris 6/8/16 Casey Morris 6/8/16

Dana + Tyler // A Memorial Day Weekend Wedding in Hyde Park, NY

I love weddings.

Maybe that's cliche for a wedding photographer to say, but it's the honest-to-goodness truth. I honestly, really, truly do.

When I tell people I photograph weddings, they usually say, "Oh, but that's so stressful!" Maybe it is. But I never see it that way. I see the little things. The small details. The love. The laughter. The tears. The excitement. The "oh my goodness, I love my gown moments." The "oh my goodness, I love this woman" moments. The "I can't hold back these tears" moments. The "we finally made it" moments.

Casey Morris 6/1/16 Casey Morris 6/1/16

Emily + Michael // A Rustic Wedding at Hollow Brook Golf Club in Cortlandt Manor, NY

I think I must call everyone "dear" and "sweet." But seriously - Michael and Emily truly are some of the most dear people I have ever met. They are genuine in everything they do and take care of - their work, their families, their friends, their love. Even on her own wedding day, Emily scooped me up and made me feel welcomed and appreciated, all while scurrying around, gathering last-minute items, and hold a glass of champagne.

Casey Morris 3/30/16 Casey Morris 3/30/16

How to Plan a Styled Shoot, Part 3: As You Learn, We All Learn

Okay. Now that you've been all up in my brain with my scaredy-cat feelings and my type-A planning tendencies, I'm sure you'd love to know the ups and downs of working on my recent styled shoot. Below are things that went REALLY WELL, as well as things that I could have done better. As Ben Sassosays, As you improve, we all improve. Community over competition, friends. :)

Casey Morris 3/30/16 Casey Morris 3/30/16

How to Plan a Styled Shoot, Part 2: Let's Get to It!

So, now that you've read about how scared I was to do a styled shoot, I'm positive that you want to learn how to create your own!

Come on, I know you do. Remember: FEEL THE FEAR. You'll be so proud once you're done.

Casey Morris 3/30/16 Casey Morris 3/30/16

How to Plan a Styled Shoot, Part 1: Feel the Fear

I wrote styled shoot across the top of the page, and made categories within the list that I knew I could populate - hair, makeup, cake, invitation design, accessories. Within this list, I also had a few categories that I knew I needed to find - venue (v important), gowns, florals. My heart literally started beating hard and fast when I finished my list, I was that excited. But I was also nervous - what if I got my people on board, and couldn't pull together the rest?