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Andrea and Zach had the most incredible day on Saturday! Zach was so filled with emotions and I just loved his reaction when he turned around and saw Andrea and her dad walking down the aisle and the tears he had when he opened his Grandma’s bottle of Crown Royal from 1969 and asked everyone…

Courtney and Jonathan were married Saturday in Ottawa Hills, Ohio in a beautiful backyard. I couldn’t believe these two had perfect weather for their day, especially when 90+ degree days bookended their wedding day. It was incredible to see their family and friends come together, witness their heartfelt vows, and hear their laughs and giggles….

What an awesome day! Saturday at Nazareth Hall was Kayley and Steve’s wedding day, and it was so much fun! They had ballroom dancing and we had so much fun with the bridesmaids and groomsmen before the wedding being goofy and getting weird for pictures. I loved their wine bottle and floral centerpieces and dog…

I had such a blast with Ashley and Craig mid-May for their rainy engagement session at Toledo Botanical Garden. These two knew how to make each other laugh (and to make me laugh!) and we seriously had such a fun time being goofballs together. I loved capturing some cute photos of the two of them!…

What a fun day! Back in late April, I got to spend the evening with Lexi and Zack and their puppy and capture some fun engagement photos at Side Cut Park in Maumee! I loved getting to know these two better, spending all kinds of fun with them and their dog, and adventuring through the…

Mackenzie and Justin are both healthcare workers and began dating long-distance while Mackenzie was doing research at the NIH. Mackenzie was doing research at the NIH in DC and had gone on vacation with her friend, Kacie. For the last part of her vacation, Mackenzie spent some time in Ohio. However, during the trip, Kacie…

Where do I even begin?! Sunday was an absolutely incredible day with Helen and Kris! Their Jewish wedding was held at a very important synagogue near and dear to their hearts and the location of the place Kris asked Helen to be his wife. The two went on a canoe trip there and Kris proposed…

Brianna and Brandon turned lemons into lemonade for their elopement on Saturday! After several big events happening one after another for these two early this year, they decided to cancel their plans for a vow renewal and wedding reception. We had so much fun planning a last-minute alternative plan – a casual getting ready at…

Megan and Tim first met during an internship at a company in Toledo, Betco Corporation, while they were both attending the University of Toledo. Megan actually filmed Tim for one of Betco’s promotional videos! As Megan put it, “as exhilarating as this shared experience was, we lost touch. However, a couple of months later we…

While planning a lavish event such as a wedding, there are many different vendors and venues required in order to have all the special and perfect details. Finding THE dress, photographer, and Pinterest-worthy flowers all come with a price tag. Many couples accept the generous contributions of their parents or caregivers, but what are the…

Krista and Paul shared an amazing day together on Friday! We were so lucky that the rain held off for all of the important parts and it was such an incredible day. Krista had purple hair for their engagement photos, so I was so thrilled when she continued the purple and it tied into her…

It was a windy weekend in April when Emily and Eric had their engagement photos taken. Let’s be real though – when ISN’T it windy at BGSU?! These two met on campus (at McDonald Hall) and became Falcon Flames. My little BGSU alumni heart flutters just thinking about it! We walked around campus and found…

I had such a fun time with Brittany and Alex! I had a giveaway back in March on Instagram partnering with Something New Bridal Box and these two were my winners! They won an engagement session from me and Brittany got an adorable denim jacket and bridal sneakers! Brittany and Alex really loved the look…

I had such a blast with Mackenzie and Justin for their engagement photos at the Whitehouse Christmas Tree Farm, located across the street from The Stables. This gorgeous tree farm is a you-cut tree farm and provides a beautiful backdrop for that period in Ohio that’s wintery and not very snowy. I LOVE utilizing this…

Annie and Dave celebrated twice – once in 2021 and again this past weekend. Exactly one day away from a year was the difference between their intimate ceremony photos at Bowling Green State University in Prout Chapel and their Stone Ridge wedding reception. Their story begins back in the summer of 2012 in Bowling Green,…

Alexis and Curtis had an incredible winter engagement session at the Whitehouse Christmas Tree Farm. I LOVE this location; located right next to the Butterfly House and The Stables, it’s a gorgeous location! I love coming here after the Christmas Tree Farm season is over for some wintery photos in an awesome location (you must…

I loved this session with Beth and Jon – they love enjoying a beer at Earnest Brew Works, so we figured, why not spend a part of their engagement session there? We met for beers and then headed to Side Cut Metropark to round out their session with some fall park photos. I love how…

Kim and Jeremy came to me with the vision of peak fall colors for their engagement session at Oak Openings. We scheduled and rescheduled and FINALLY we found the absolute most perfect fall day! I just loved how beautiful the trees were and the cloudiness contributed so much to the photos. The pair brought their…

You are probably on this blog to look for some songs to dance with your dad to at the wedding. Here is a list of 10 excellent father-daughter dance songs that will make you cry and smile. The songs range from classics to modern favorites. Planning a wedding is an exciting and emotional time. There…

What is a bridal shower? A bridal shower is a party that typically includes the couple’s family and friends to celebrate the upcoming marriage. Who attends a bridal shower? Bridal showers are often hosted by others who are close with the couple or their families, including the bridesmaids, cousins, sisters, aunts, godmothers, and/or the mothers…

Isabella and Keegan met back in high school and started dating when Isabella was only 16! Since the beginning of their relationship, one of their favorite date spots was Side Cut Metropark. Keegan and Isabella both moved away from Whitehouse for college, but would still make it a point to go back to carve marks…

April Gladieux is the owner of Your Perfect Day, a wedding planner business in Toledo. She has been in the wedding industry for 13 years and I can’t wait to share what I learned with you below!: Tell us about Your Perfect Day Your Perfect Day provides multiple services to wedding couples. I can help…

Last week we talked about the perfect Maid of Honor speech, but What is a Maid of Honor? The Maid of Honor is an unmarried best friend or family member who helps the Bride with everything from organizing the Bachelorette party to helping to pick out her dress. She is a bridesmaid, but the one…

Do you know what it takes to be a bridesmaid? You might think that all you have to do is show up on the big day, but there are actually quite a few duties that come with being in this position. As one of the most important members of the wedding party, it’s your responsibility…

It’s important to plan ahead for a wedding reception. Here are some helpful tips on what to do the day of and how to prepare beforehand:  -Plan out your timeline, including when you should arrive at the venue, who will walk down the aisle with whom, what time dinner will be served, etc. Ask your…

If you are looking for food ideas for your wedding reception, this is the article for you! Here are some of our favorite non-traditional dishes that I think would be perfect for your wedding day! After the ceremony, it’s time to celebrate with your friends and family at the reception. What should you consider when…

No matter how long you’ve known the bride, it’s time to get ready for her big day! You have a few important roles to fill as a Maid or Matron of Honor – be prepared with this speech guide below: A maid of honor speech is a special way to celebrate your amazing friend and…

The first thing that comes to mind when you hear the words “wedding reception” is probably the music. Music plays a huge part in any wedding, and choosing the perfect songs for your entrance into the reception can be tricky! We at Luckybird Photography have gathered some of our favorite reception entrance songs so you…

Congratulations on getting married! There are so many things to do before the big day, but one of the most important is picking your first dance song. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite wedding first dance songs by genre to help you narrow down your choices:   Rock / Indie “I Don’t Want To…

Megan and Tim have a May 2022 wedding at Wildwood and I am so happy to be a part of it! It was just starting to become fall for their photos at Oak Openings and we had a perfect sunny day for their session. They have such cute chemistry and I know for their wedding…

Andrea and Zach are such a fun couple – they were making each other laugh and we had such a good time from start to finish! They chose The Spot at Oak Openings and a nearby field for their photos and it was fun going on an adventure after The Spot to find the perfect…

Vibrant photos for vibrant souls To all the carefree lovebirds planning a wedding, I CAPTURE THE WILD & ADVENTUROUS MOMENTS The kind you want to relive again and again… Looking for a wedding photographer?

Marisa and Rob were all smiles and laughs for their fall engagement photos at Oak Openings! I loved chatting about their day jobs and wedding plans and learning just how much they already have done! Gold star, you two! It was super warm for their photos, but they were champs and we had so much…

There’s something special and magical about winter. The snow, the thought of the Holidays/Christmas and a new year ahead, and the joy of seeing friends and family and celebrating with them. It also is a perfect time to get together with family and have your wedding, especially if you’re not scared of venturing out in…

Engaged and thinking about a wedding venue in Downtown Toledo? You’ll definitely want to check out the modern space City View at the Docks has to offer! Why do I love City View? The MUCH NEEDED Toledo city views in a modern and updated space is my favorite thing about this venue! The two separate…

When I first chatted with Courtney and Jonathan for their initial consultation to book me / meet them, we learned we live a few streets apart from one another. I heard their vision for their wedding day and then learned their vision for the engagement session too! What they had come up with was a…

Ember and Ben had the best (and definitely the windiest haha) day ever on Saturday! The couple met while working together on the same team of a large shopping chain. Ember said, “Ben and I were fast friends as we were considered the quiet ones on the team. It took a few months before we…

I had such a fun time with Catherine and Petr for their summer engagement photos at Wildwood! We had a nice warm summer day and all of the flowers were showing off for us at Wildwood! We found so many good locations as we traveled from spot to spot. I loved catching up with these…

What an incredible day! Paige and Nick had the most perfect fall wedding day on Saturday surrounded by friends and family. Their Toledo Country Club wedding featured lots of natural elements and was inspired by their love of Lord of the Rings. Or, as Paige described the wedding vision, “Elegant Hobbit” – which I love!…

Morgan and Jake had an incredible wedding day after much waiting and uncertainty with COVID. I had a blast with these two for their Detroit engagement photos at Belle Isle and it felt like no time had passed between then and the wedding day! In a very fitting first date story for these two, their…