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Plano Bridal Show April 25th

One of my wife and I’s favorite things to do is meet new couples at the Plano Bridal Show! If you haven’t heard, it is just around the corner on April 25th! If you’ve never been to the Plano Bridal Show you’re in for an amazing experience. Talk about wedding planning like you’ve never seen it! My wife and I would love to chat with you if you want to stop by our booth and talk photography! If you want to learn more about the Plano Bridal Show go to <a href=”http://bridalshowsinc.com” target=_blank ></a> and click Plano Bridal Show. Hope to see you there!

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Scott and Laura’s Rustic Engagement Shoot// Mckinney, Texas

When you are getting married at the rustic yet elegant Stone Crest Venue, you find some nearby spots to match the vibe for your engagement session. When Scott and Laura told me about their wedding at Stonecrest in McKinney and their vision for their engagement shoot…I was all in! They wanted to incorporate Scott’s motorcycle, have some old town charm (McKinney – yes please…right outside the Flour Mill), and come to my place for a 100 year old rustic red barn. Could the engagement pictures get any better? This photographer doesn’t think so 🙂 Here are some of the best from our day around town. I can’t wait until their fall outdoor wedding at Stonecrest Venue!

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Holy Trinity Catholic Church & Gilleys Dallas

Holy Trinity Cathoic Church was where these two said their vows. Then they headed deeper into Dallas to Gilley’s for the reception. Never a dull party when some fellow Aggies tie the knot! They showed off their dancin’ moves at the reception at Gilley’s South Side Music Hall in Dallas, the perfect setting for a lively crowd. Annie’s Culinary Creations provided the cake while family and friends provided the fun. The settings were perfect for their wedding. A mix of traditional with modern. When you are getting married in Dallas, there are so many options. My couples who get married in the Catholic church always have to find a different venue for their reception. With that, it is always fun to see what they choose! It makes for a unique day that really fits who they are.

It was evident this couple was loved by many.

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Bluebonnets Pictures in Dallas 2021

Bluebonnet sessions were cancelled last year because of COVID…but not this year! We are back open and ready to take your families photos in Dallas, McKinney, or wherever they are blooming best!

Has anyone seen bluebonnets yet? Where can I find bluebonnets in Dallas? 2021 is just like any other year…these questions are asked all around the metroplex as people anticipate the beautiful bluebonnets before they arrive.

Let me help you take the guesswork out of finding bluebonnets. Join us this year for pictures in bluebonnets! Save yourself the hassle of trying to find the perfect bluebonnet field. And avoid risking your life on the side of the highway for the perfect shot!

Our 2021 Bluebonnet mini sessions will be April 10-11th. We will make the session super easy and fun for your family, without putting the kids through a long boring session! Here are the details if you want to join us this year!

15 minute session
10 digitals with reprint release
$225 + tax
hello@ryanodowd.com to book

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