Hi all! Steph Grant here.

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted a blog and I wanted to make sure to connect with you all to let you know a few things about micro weddings:

☑️ According to Brides.com a micro wedding is an intimate affair, typically with no more than 50 guests.

☑️ A majority of the weddings I’ve photographed in my career have been queer micro weddings. View some HERE.

☑️ Airfare is included in all micro weddings on the west coast if booked in 2023!

Meet Heather & Emily [both use they/them pronouns].

They met on a hot summer day on June 5, 2019 and have been together ever since. They chose their home. In their backyard. They wanted an intimate gathering with close family & friends and had just moved in. The wedding doubled as a housewarming! Here is a little bit of their love story and a few faves from them getting ready in their home…I hope you enjoy it & click thru to see their backyard ceremony. Give them a follow & say hi to these wonderful humans. 🖤

TOP 3 THINGS THAT MAKE A MARRIAGE LAST?

Communication, forgiveness, and freedom.

WHAT IS ONE PIECE OF ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD GIVE TO OTHER COUPLES PLANNING THEIR WEDDING?

Hire a day of wedding coordinator! We (specifically Emily) did a lot of our own planning, but there became a point where we realized, “Wait … who is going to handle the vendors and set up the day of?” We found an amazing coordinator – Amber of Hazel Lyn Events – who helped keep us from freaking out about last-minute details and vendor communications (and negotiations!).

WHY’D YOU CHOOSE STEPH TO DOCUMENT YOUR WEDDING DAY?

Heather: Steph is a longtime friend of mine, but also an extremely talented photographer. I admire her editing style, but what I admire most is how she works in the moment. Steph has made me feel comfortable on the other side of the lens (I am generally the photographer myself), and that isn’t easy to achieve! I knew Steph could help me be at ease because I’d seen her help other couples numerous times on their wedding day. Steph is passionate and empathetic, so I knew she would get every shot, keep me from sweating as much as possible, and respect my needs. Before I met Emily and still today, I share Steph’s blog (portfolio) with everyone from strangers to colleagues!