The Studio Veil Blog

Are you in need of a unique gift idea? Or maybe just want to use some of your photos in a fun way? We have the perfect solution for you…DIY Drink Coasters! They are easy, frugual and fun! Step 1: Head to your local JoAnn Fabric or Walmart and pick up your supplies. *Mod Podge- […]

It’s no secret that weddings can cost a lot of money. Especially once you start adding in all the extras for decorating and details. Now, unless you just won the Powerball, we are all looking for ways to cut down on costs. There are some things you don’t want to cut the cost on like […]

You’ve dreamed about your wedding for years and all you could think about was the perfect outdoor wedding. Achieving the perfect outdoor wedding will take some work, maybe even a little more work than an indoor wedding. Especially if you live in a state like Minnesota. Here in Minnesota we have the regular four seasons…but […]

We polled our Studio Veil staff and contractors to see what wedding and love movies they enjoy the most. Here is the list… The Notebook The Wedding Singer You’ve Got Mail Wedding Crashers 4 Weddings and a Funeral Steel Magnolias   Sweet Home Alabama Love Actually Return to Me Moonstruck Say Anything Princess Bride Pitch […]

Top 10 Response Card Tips Sending out wedding invitations is such a huge item to get checked off your list. It feels so good to finally put that last invite in the mail. I then found myself excited when people started sending back their responses. Who’s it from? Can they make the wedding? Never did […]

If you’re looking for wedding invitations that leave your guests going “wow!” then you’ve come to the right place! These invites are perfect for the crafty brides or budget bride. View the easy step-by-step instructions AND great resources below! What You’ll Need  7×7.5 Cardstock (Announcement Pocket)  6.75×4.75 Cardstock (printed Announcement Card)  3.5×5 Cardstock (Information Card) […]

“Is one photographer fine, or should we have two?” “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” Aristotle When you have a photographer at a wedding they bring with them all their years of experience, and all their creativity from everything they have seen and done before. When you have two photographers they […]

“How much time should we allot for photos?” Every year we have a review between all the photographers and list the top five weddings; every year they all have something in common and that is all were given plenty of time to work with the couple. During the wedding day there are many things we […]

“Should we go somewhere for photos?” Sometimes schedules are tight and there is really only an opportunity to do the bulk of the photos at the ceremony location. In which case the photographer will always do their very best to get the best possible images. But what is the best case scenario? Provided there was […]

Make it personal Did your fiancé propose on the Stone Arch Bridge in the cities? Why not have it in the background of your wedding photos. Is your group really into a sect of pop culture like Star Wars, Harry Potter, or Star Trek? Why not incorporate pieces from the movie into your group photos? […]