Getting engaged is such an exciting moment in your life but can be daunting with knowing what to do next. Well, no need to worry, we got your back! Here is our advice with over 12 years in the wedding industry.

Enjoy Your Engagement

Cheers to your engagement! Take a sec to soak in all the joy and excitement of starting this new part of your love story. Don’t be in a rush to start planning right away. Take some time to celebrate your love with your partner.

Declare the News

The moment has finally arrived to reveal the wonderful news of your engagement to your cherished family and friends. It’s an exciting time filled with love, happiness, and the beginning of a new chapter in your life.

As you prepare to make this announcement, consider the best way to share the news that truly reflects your relationship and the bond you have formed. 

Start a Guest List

Start compiling a list of guests you want to attend your wedding. This will give you a better idea of the venue size you will need. Begin by creating a comprehensive list of potential invitees. Evaluate your relationships with these individuals and prioritize those who hold the most meaningful connections with you and your partner.

Research Venues

Now that you understand the size of your guest list, start looking at venues that can accommodate you and fit your wedding style.

Check out our Cleveland and Columbus wedding venue list! We have compiled a list of venues that we have been to and loved! Here, you can find information about each venue.

Pick a Wedding Date

Now that you have been looking at wedding venues, it’s time to start looking at the possible dates you want your wedding day to be on. First think of what season you want your wedding to be during. This will help you limit the time frame.

Check out some of the weddings we photographed from each season!

Plan an Engagement Shoot

Start planning your engagement shoot to show off your engagement! These will be photos you will cherish forever. Contact us today to start planning your engagement shoot!

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Choose Your Wedding Party

Not everyone wants a wedding party so this part is up to you! If you are seeking to have a wedding party, it’s important to consider who your closest family and friends are that you consider a part of your support system. Who would fit each role? Who would take responsibilities seriously? You want to make sure your wedding party will be who you rely and lean on.

Look at Wedding Inspiration

In our opinion, this is the most fun and exciting part of the process! Start looking at different social media platforms such as Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, and Google. This will help you find color schemes, decoration ideas, and other elements to your wedding day. Have fun with this part!

Make a Wedding Website

Making a wedding website can be a helpful place for your guests to utilize. This will allow them to easily access your wedding details and wedding registry list. Have fun with this too! This can be a fun thing to design with your partner.

Find a Planner & Vendors

First, decide if you want to hire a wedding planner or to plan your wedding yourself. If you want guidance on planning your own wedding, check out this blog!

Now you need to decide who you want to hire for your DJ/band, florals, cake/dessert, attire, lighting, catering, etc. Start contacting these vendors and pricing out options for each category.

Go Wedding Dress Shopping

OK girls…this is the fun part!!! The day you might have been dreaming of since you were a little girl. Take some of your girlfriends and try on wedding dresses to find that dream dress of yours!

Are You Looking For An Ohio Wedding Photographer?

Contact us now because we are booking super fast. Feel free to give us a phone call at 330-322-8338 or 614-300-5050. We love talking on the phone and getting to know our couples!

Would you like to learn more about Ohio’s incredible wedding venues? 

Check out this blog post where we share valuable information about wedding venues in Columbus or Cleveland.

Seth and Beth Wedding Photography Want to be a Wedding Resource for You!

We officially know A LOT about weddings! After a decade of experience photographing weddings, we have seen and encountered many obstacles on the wedding day. Seth and Beth Wedding Photography wants to help you build a detailed timeline and be a wedding resource for you. This helps you eliminate some of these wedding obstacles for you.