Hitching Post Wedding Photographer | Jamie May Photography

January 24, 2018

By Jamie May Photography:
Jamie is a wedding photographer in Michigan. If you live in Michigan, you know that weather is always a variable. Some days are rainy, but they always work out on a wedding day. Melissa and Kyle got married and had their reception at the Hitching Post Events. This venue has a nice indoor location for the ceremony and a beautiful outdoor location. The rain did stop for a small window, and we went out by the barn to get some of the rustic, photos that we were all hoping for.

Melissa’s family hired us based on a wedding we did six year prior. We sat by them at a reception during dinner. They were so sweet to remember us and to call. I was so flattered and thankful. Melissa and Kyle had a packed party. You can tell this couple is well loved. There was a lot of laughing and dancing. Wishing you many more hunting and fishing years together!!! xoxoxox

How to have an successful Engagement Session with a professional photographer:

1. I alway recommend bringing props to have in your engagement session that may represent who you are and what you love as a couple. For example, Melissa and Kyle love to hunt and fish together. I love that they brought a pole and signage that represents a characteristic/hobby that they share.

2. You don’t have to dress exactly the same. I love variety. Look at a palette that you may like. They picked orange and blues and then did a clothes change with red and black. I think up to four colors can be successful if done right.

3. Bring poses you like. If you want to put a little elbow grease into the session, feel free to pin a few pictures poses that you love and we can accomplish them

4. Have fun. This is a great chance to get familiar with the camera and have fun. You can get a great blend of romantic, traditional and creative because we have the time.

A Wedding Photographer point of view of the Hitching Post Wedding Venue:

The Hitching Post Facts:

On-site props and backgrounds. I like that there is a lot of variety on site. You don’t have to go anywhere and you have barns, and fields, animals, farm equipment, rustic texture, etc… Lots of options
Indoor or Outdoor ceremony site. I do prefer the outdoor location, but in a bind at least you have back up
Everything at one spot! I love this. It reduces stress by a lot!
Budget friendly. I think it is pretty reasonable in cost
The barn inside is very nice.

What could improve at the Hitching Post

They could take care of their grounds a little better, it is not horrible, but it is very rustic. Weeds in the cement cracks and worn down parking lot.

It’s a barn, so it can be hot if a humid August day.

Overall, it is a very nice venue and am always happy to be a wedding photographer there! I have been there on a great day and a rainy day, and I equally love the wedding pictures.

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