• Raise your hand if you're currently wedding planning and feeling a little (or maybe super) overwhelmed? ⁣ ⁣ When you get started you begin to realize that there are so many details to figure out + vendors to book + people to please. It can take the joy out of what is supposed to be one of the best days of your life. While I will always say that you should create a marriage more beautiful than your wedding, I just have a spot in my heart for photographing detail rich celebrations. If you agree, but just don't have the time to put everything together you need to hear about The Collective.⁣ ⁣ We are proud to partner with @astyledfete to offer couples our combined services to simplify the vendor selection process. What does this look like? While the ladies of A Styled Fete help you curate the design details + florals of your dream, we consistently discuss everything with them + capture it all on your wedding day. We believe the key to a cohesive wedding is hiring vendors that connect with the same vision, style and goals for your big day. Have questions? Drop them below and we'll be happy to answer!⁣ ________⁣ #astyledfete #stacyhartphotography #thecollective #dreamwedding #weddingstylist #communityovercompetition #weddingflorist #phillybride #newjerseywedding #mycreativebiz #womeninbusiness #creativeentreprenuer #ladypreneur #communityovercompetition #dreamersanddoers #womenwholead #goalgetter #floraldesign #weddingfloral#weddingflorals #womeninbusiness #communityfirst #connected #friendor #weddingindustry #createtocultivate #creativeathear t #liveauthentic #createyourlife #communityofcreatives
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    Raise your hand if you're currently wedding planning and feeling a little (or maybe super) overwhelmed? ⁣ ⁣ When you get started you begin to realize that there are so many details to figure out + vendors to book + people to please. It can take the joy out of what is supposed to be one of the best days of your life. While I will always say that you should create a marriage more beautiful than your wedding, I just have a spot in my heart for photographing detail rich celebrations. If you agree, but just don't have the time to put everything together you need to hear about The Collective.⁣ ⁣ We are proud to partner with @astyledfete to offer couples our combined services to simplify the vendor selection process. What does this look like? While the ladies of A Styled Fete help you curate the design details + florals of your dream, we consistently discuss everything with them + capture it all on your wedding day. We believe the key to a cohesive wedding is hiring vendors that connect with the same vision, style and goals for your big day. Have questions? Drop them below and we'll be happy to answer!⁣ ________⁣ #astyledfete #stacyhartphotography #thecollective #dreamwedding #weddingstylist #communityovercompetition #weddingflorist #phillybride #newjerseywedding #mycreativebiz #womeninbusiness #creativeentreprenuer #ladypreneur #communityovercompetition #dreamersanddoers #womenwholead #goalgetter #floraldesign #weddingfloral#weddingflorals #womeninbusiness #communityfirst #connected #friendor #weddingindustry #createtocultivate #creativeathear t #liveauthentic #createyourlife #communityofcreatives
  • Hey there, I'm Stacy! One of my best girlfriends told me you like to touch your hair in pictures so I'm posting one today just for her, where my hair is not falling victim to the awkwardness of not knowing where to put my hands in pictures. ⁣ ⁣ Today is #fridayintroductions and I believe there are a couple hundred people here since the last time I did one, so I figured I would tell you a little more about myself. ⁣ ⁣ I'm guessing a lot of you are here for the wedding pictures, but I realized a while back that I have this space to chat about the things that I'm most passionate about, so why not talk about them! All the rules of social media influencers in IG growth say I need to run 2 accounts to be successful, but I'm a rule breaker by nature and being a momma of three doesn't exactly give me the brain capacity to keep up with 2 accounts...Meh, I don't really care about followership as much as I care about serving the people already here, well. So without further delay, here is a little of what you can expect on these here pretty lil' nine squares: ⁣ ⁣ ➝ ENCOURAGEMENT - more specifically encouragement in faith, marriage, parenting, and entrepreneurship. Those are all my favorite things to chat about. ⁣ ⁣ ➝ REAL TALK - I am not controversial at all, but I may talk about things that you don't quite understand - #bibletalk , the comparison game, and #anxiety are the ones I tend to lose people. ⁣ ⁣ ➝ ENTREPRENEURSHIP - If you have been here long enough you know then that I am a full time wedding photographer, and that income supports the entirety of our family living. I also am passionate about side gigs (for us it's YL oils), and how to grow financially and be good stewards of our money.⁣ ⁣ ➝PRETTY PICS - Here is the thing...It's easy for me to post pretty wedding images, and a lot harder to sit and think of perfect captions for each of them. Instead, I want to chat life with you even if it is under the guise of a wedding picture. So don't just scroll past those pics. I encourage you to read the caption because it could be good stuff. With Love, Stacy
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    Hey there, I'm Stacy! One of my best girlfriends told me you like to touch your hair in pictures so I'm posting one today just for her, where my hair is not falling victim to the awkwardness of not knowing where to put my hands in pictures. ⁣ ⁣ Today is #fridayintroductions and I believe there are a couple hundred people here since the last time I did one, so I figured I would tell you a little more about myself. ⁣ ⁣ I'm guessing a lot of you are here for the wedding pictures, but I realized a while back that I have this space to chat about the things that I'm most passionate about, so why not talk about them! All the rules of social media influencers in IG growth say I need to run 2 accounts to be successful, but I'm a rule breaker by nature and being a momma of three doesn't exactly give me the brain capacity to keep up with 2 accounts...Meh, I don't really care about followership as much as I care about serving the people already here, well. So without further delay, here is a little of what you can expect on these here pretty lil' nine squares: ⁣ ⁣ ➝ ENCOURAGEMENT - more specifically encouragement in faith, marriage, parenting, and entrepreneurship. Those are all my favorite things to chat about. ⁣ ⁣ ➝ REAL TALK - I am not controversial at all, but I may talk about things that you don't quite understand - #bibletalk , the comparison game, and #anxiety are the ones I tend to lose people. ⁣ ⁣ ➝ ENTREPRENEURSHIP - If you have been here long enough you know then that I am a full time wedding photographer, and that income supports the entirety of our family living. I also am passionate about side gigs (for us it's YL oils), and how to grow financially and be good stewards of our money.⁣ ⁣ ➝PRETTY PICS - Here is the thing...It's easy for me to post pretty wedding images, and a lot harder to sit and think of perfect captions for each of them. Instead, I want to chat life with you even if it is under the guise of a wedding picture. So don't just scroll past those pics. I encourage you to read the caption because it could be good stuff. With Love, Stacy
  • On an anxious filled morning, Steve sent this bible verse to me: Pray then like this: 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed by your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:9-10 ⁣ .⁣ This is a popular verse, and Steve knows that, but he reminded me of the simplicity of the verse. That I need to rest in God's rule over my life here on Earth as much as I am confident that he sits on His heavenly throne and rules in Heaven. ⁣ .⁣ As hard is that was to do practically in that moment, my heart found peace in His perfect will over that day for me. I may not understand why things don't go my way, but I do trust that it's for His glory. And I can rest in that. ⁣ .⁣ #Christianity #bibleverse #bibleinspo #christianpodcast #podcaster #Lampandlight #faith #prayingwife #biblestudy #dailydevotional #anxietydisorder #anxiety #hopematters #familyfirst
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    On an anxious filled morning, Steve sent this bible verse to me: Pray then like this: 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed by your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:9-10 ⁣ .⁣ This is a popular verse, and Steve knows that, but he reminded me of the simplicity of the verse. That I need to rest in God's rule over my life here on Earth as much as I am confident that he sits on His heavenly throne and rules in Heaven. ⁣ .⁣ As hard is that was to do practically in that moment, my heart found peace in His perfect will over that day for me. I may not understand why things don't go my way, but I do trust that it's for His glory. And I can rest in that. ⁣ .⁣ #Christianity #bibleverse #bibleinspo #christianpodcast #podcaster #Lampandlight #faith #prayingwife #biblestudy #dailydevotional #anxietydisorder #anxiety #hopematters #familyfirst
  • I delivered my last wedding gallery from 2018 this week and man was it a stunner! Regan + Brian's December day proved that no matter the temps you can transition classic wedding style from season to season. They hosted a beautifully traditional Catholic mass, but chose to share their vows with one another after their first look earlier in the day. That moment was one of the sweetest and the fact they shared it so privately made it that much more special. Winter weddings are growing on me...double tap if you agree! #weddingtrends⁣ ⁣ Give some love to their #weddingvendor dream team:⁣ Gown | @tara_keely by @lazarobridal⁣ Bridal Salon | @jennifersbridal⁣ Hair Stylist | @mane.tamed of @prenupbeauty⁣ MUA | @dvnblvke of @prenupbeauty⁣ Florist | @bloomsburyfloraldesigns⁣ Venue | @phoenixvillefoundry⁣ Band | @ebe_sydney⁣ Cake | @claysbakery⁣ Bridesmaids' Dresses | @jennyyoonyc from @bellabridesmaids + @shoppinkblush⁣ Suits | @theblacktux⁣ Invitations | @minted⁣ Calligraphy Favors | @longhandedition⁣ _______⁣ #thebridedept #stacyhartbride #groomfashion #whitesuit #winterwedding #phillyweddingphotographer #philadelphiabride #beajennifersbride #tarakeely #tarakeelybylazaro #tarakeelybrides #tiedtheknotinlazaro #phillywedding #phillybride #thebridestory #theblacktux #brideideas #weddingdiary #smpweddings #weddinglife #bridestyle #newjerseybride #newjerseywedding #winterweddingpalette #newjerseybride #nybride #fineartphotography #fineartweddingphotography #winterwedding #winterweddinginspo
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    I delivered my last wedding gallery from 2018 this week and man was it a stunner! Regan + Brian's December day proved that no matter the temps you can transition classic wedding style from season to season. They hosted a beautifully traditional Catholic mass, but chose to share their vows with one another after their first look earlier in the day. That moment was one of the sweetest and the fact they shared it so privately made it that much more special. Winter weddings are growing on me...double tap if you agree! #weddingtrends⁣ ⁣ Give some love to their #weddingvendor dream team:⁣ Gown | @tara_keely by @lazarobridal⁣ Bridal Salon | @jennifersbridal⁣ Hair Stylist | @mane.tamed of @prenupbeauty⁣ MUA | @dvnblvke of @prenupbeauty⁣ Florist | @bloomsburyfloraldesigns⁣ Venue | @phoenixvillefoundry⁣ Band | @ebe_sydney⁣ Cake | @claysbakery⁣ Bridesmaids' Dresses | @jennyyoonyc from @bellabridesmaids + @shoppinkblush⁣ Suits | @theblacktux⁣ Invitations | @minted⁣ Calligraphy Favors | @longhandedition⁣ _______⁣ #thebridedept #stacyhartbride #groomfashion #whitesuit #winterwedding #phillyweddingphotographer #philadelphiabride #beajennifersbride #tarakeely #tarakeelybylazaro #tarakeelybrides #tiedtheknotinlazaro #phillywedding #phillybride #thebridestory #theblacktux #brideideas #weddingdiary #smpweddings #weddinglife #bridestyle #newjerseybride #newjerseywedding #winterweddingpalette #newjerseybride #nybride #fineartphotography #fineartweddingphotography #winterwedding #winterweddinginspo
  • My bible verse for the year is on repeat in my head this morning. Not because of something good, but because things aren’t easy this week. Over the past eight years of owning this business and pouring my heart into it, the hard days still surprise me. They shouldn’t, but they do. Something that has helped get me out of the slumps is my faith. I know God has got me in His hands. He will provide for me the clients he wants me to serve, I know that is true, but being in a creative field like this isn’t for the faint of heart. If you are struggling with something, I hope these words bring you comfort today: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not unto you own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths.” #biblestudy #hope #creativeentrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #getbackup #fuji400h
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    My bible verse for the year is on repeat in my head this morning. Not because of something good, but because things aren’t easy this week. Over the past eight years of owning this business and pouring my heart into it, the hard days still surprise me. They shouldn’t, but they do. Something that has helped get me out of the slumps is my faith. I know God has got me in His hands. He will provide for me the clients he wants me to serve, I know that is true, but being in a creative field like this isn’t for the faint of heart. If you are struggling with something, I hope these words bring you comfort today: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not unto you own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths.” #biblestudy #hope #creativeentrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmindset #getbackup #fuji400h
  • We are complete opposites in many respects; he is a rule follower, I’m a rule breaker. He is an analytics & spreadsheet nerd, and those types of things bore me. He is calm when I’m anxious, and he does not partake in my silly dance moves, but throws out a witty pun just when I need a good laugh. We fight hard and love even harder, and we never, ever give up. For us, forever is forever. @belboutique28 #cutestcouple #belboutique #theloocke @theloocke
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    We are complete opposites in many respects; he is a rule follower, I’m a rule breaker. He is an analytics & spreadsheet nerd, and those types of things bore me. He is calm when I’m anxious, and he does not partake in my silly dance moves, but throws out a witty pun just when I need a good laugh. We fight hard and love even harder, and we never, ever give up. For us, forever is forever. @belboutique28 #cutestcouple #belboutique #theloocke @theloocke
  • Nothing like a warm day in Cinque Terre, Italy on #fujifilm to get you through a rainy day. Amiright? If you are anything like me, then you probably think a cold & rainy day is the best excuse to stay cozied up in bed and do anything but work. I feel sometimes that being an entrepreneur full time (and especially an east coast photographer where there is most definitely a slow season), we are often tempted with holding onto the guilt of “I can’t take a day off” or “I’m not doing enough.” I know I’ve thought it before. Heck, I’m thinking it right now. *I’m currently in the parking lot of the gym when I should be working! * The more I do my @cultivatewhatmatters #powersheets and actually cultivate what matters to me, the more I’ve been convinced my priorities are right: Faith, family, health, then work! So cheers to all you #entrepreneurs out there working their tails off. May your days be guilt free and perfectly prioritized. Happy Tuesday! #travelitaly
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    Nothing like a warm day in Cinque Terre, Italy on #fujifilm to get you through a rainy day. Amiright? If you are anything like me, then you probably think a cold & rainy day is the best excuse to stay cozied up in bed and do anything but work. I feel sometimes that being an entrepreneur full time (and especially an east coast photographer where there is most definitely a slow season), we are often tempted with holding onto the guilt of “I can’t take a day off” or “I’m not doing enough.” I know I’ve thought it before. Heck, I’m thinking it right now. *I’m currently in the parking lot of the gym when I should be working! * The more I do my @cultivatewhatmatters #powersheets and actually cultivate what matters to me, the more I’ve been convinced my priorities are right: Faith, family, health, then work! So cheers to all you #entrepreneurs out there working their tails off. May your days be guilt free and perfectly prioritized. Happy Tuesday! #travelitaly
  • Find you a girl tribe who rocks this cute pose with all the gorgeous smiles and doesn’t complain about the 30 degree east coast winter weather because they love you so much. 🥰😍 . . . . . #girltribe #newjerseybride #newjerseywedding #philadelphiabride #phillybride #phillywedding #winterwedding #winterweddingpalette
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    Find you a girl tribe who rocks this cute pose with all the gorgeous smiles and doesn’t complain about the 30 degree east coast winter weather because they love you so much. 🥰😍 . . . . . #girltribe #newjerseybride #newjerseywedding #philadelphiabride #phillybride #phillywedding #winterwedding #winterweddingpalette
  • Hi, friends! Did you know I have a passion for entrepreneurship? It’s weird to be typing these words out, because while I don't consider myself an “educator,” I am extremely energized by talking and analyzing all things small business. So, I decided I’d just start sharing tips on my blog and in my newsletter because over the past couple of months I have been receiving questions from aspiring entrepreneurs and this seems like the best place to share. With that being said, I figured a series of blog posts is where I will start to address some of the more common questions. And today I’m posting one for photographers/creatives. On the blog right now is the top six digital tools I use in my business on a daily basis. These tools help keep me organized, streamline processes, and give me more creative freedom when it comes to connecting to my clients. Click the “blog” link in my bio to get all the fun tips I have used to run this business for eight years. #digitalmarketing #socialmediamarketing #socialmediatools #marketingphotographer #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #photographytips #musthave #businesscoaching #ad #creativelifehappylife #newjerseybride #newjerseyweddingphotographer #baltimoreweddingphotographer
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    Hi, friends! Did you know I have a passion for entrepreneurship? It’s weird to be typing these words out, because while I don't consider myself an “educator,” I am extremely energized by talking and analyzing all things small business. So, I decided I’d just start sharing tips on my blog and in my newsletter because over the past couple of months I have been receiving questions from aspiring entrepreneurs and this seems like the best place to share. With that being said, I figured a series of blog posts is where I will start to address some of the more common questions. And today I’m posting one for photographers/creatives. On the blog right now is the top six digital tools I use in my business on a daily basis. These tools help keep me organized, streamline processes, and give me more creative freedom when it comes to connecting to my clients. Click the “blog” link in my bio to get all the fun tips I have used to run this business for eight years. #digitalmarketing #socialmediamarketing #socialmediatools #marketingphotographer #entrepreneur #entrepreneurlife #photographytips #musthave #businesscoaching #ad #creativelifehappylife #newjerseybride #newjerseyweddingphotographer #baltimoreweddingphotographer
  • It's 65 degrees here today and after last week's snow it's an unexpected, but welcome, change. This sunny day has me thinking ahead to family portrait season. Did you know that one of my most frequently asked questions is What do I wear to my session? Have you ever wondered the same? If you just thought Yes!, you're not alone. Double tap this image + comment below if you think a blog post on this topic would be worth the read! P.S. - You can always browse my Pinterest for photo-shoot + lifestyle inspiration. Link in bio! _________ #commentbelow #familyphotographer #lightinspired #familysession #clickinmoms #thebloomforum #delawarefamilyphotographer #goldenhour #momtog #inbeautyandchaos #thephotographerwithin #familyisforever #heaventhrumylens #documentyourdays #writeyouonmyheart #familyphotography #motherhoodrising #thefountcollective #theartofbeingamother #simplychildren #kindredmemories #momtogs
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    It's 65 degrees here today and after last week's snow it's an unexpected, but welcome, change. This sunny day has me thinking ahead to family portrait season. Did you know that one of my most frequently asked questions is What do I wear to my session? Have you ever wondered the same? If you just thought Yes!, you're not alone. Double tap this image + comment below if you think a blog post on this topic would be worth the read! P.S. - You can always browse my Pinterest for photo-shoot + lifestyle inspiration. Link in bio! _________ #commentbelow #familyphotographer #lightinspired #familysession #clickinmoms #thebloomforum #delawarefamilyphotographer #goldenhour #momtog #inbeautyandchaos #thephotographerwithin #familyisforever #heaventhrumylens #documentyourdays #writeyouonmyheart #familyphotography #motherhoodrising #thefountcollective #theartofbeingamother #simplychildren #kindredmemories #momtogs
  • **Tag the one who has walked through life with you before you walked down the aisle. ** “We are not perfect and we don’t pretend to be. We laugh too hard, we’re way too loud and we often make complete fools of ourselves. But doing it together is what makes it fun...because while a good friend knows all your best stories, a best friend has lived them with you.” I love these #besties and all the joy that comes with seeing them together. #bestfriendgoals #bestfran #maidofhonor #maidofhonordress #phillybride #newjerseybride #nybride #fineartphotography #fineartweddingphotography
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    **Tag the one who has walked through life with you before you walked down the aisle. ** “We are not perfect and we don’t pretend to be. We laugh too hard, we’re way too loud and we often make complete fools of ourselves. But doing it together is what makes it fun...because while a good friend knows all your best stories, a best friend has lived them with you.” I love these #besties and all the joy that comes with seeing them together. #bestfriendgoals #bestfran #maidofhonor #maidofhonordress #phillybride #newjerseybride #nybride #fineartphotography #fineartweddingphotography
  • Happy Friyay y’all! I figured while I’m sitting in the parent pick up line at my son’s school, I would share a IG post because #momlifebelike doing everything and anything in between shuttling kids and during nap time. Speaking of which, if you are a momma and entrepreneur and enjoy listening to podcasts, you need to give my girl @nikkielledgebrown at #NaptimeEmpires a listen. She is such a joy to listen to and is completely genuine and so relatable. She gives a ton of wisdom on how to run a naptime empire and offers some fun stories and interviews along the way. Here is a throwback to that one time I pretended to like these five degree temps. Swipe to see how I really feel? 🥶 #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneur #mompreneur #momlife #motherhood #photographersofinstagram #cultivatewhatmatters #coldweather #eastcoast #newjerseyweddingphotographer #phillyweddingphotographer
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    Happy Friyay y’all! I figured while I’m sitting in the parent pick up line at my son’s school, I would share a IG post because #momlifebelike doing everything and anything in between shuttling kids and during nap time. Speaking of which, if you are a momma and entrepreneur and enjoy listening to podcasts, you need to give my girl @nikkielledgebrown at #NaptimeEmpires a listen. She is such a joy to listen to and is completely genuine and so relatable. She gives a ton of wisdom on how to run a naptime empire and offers some fun stories and interviews along the way. Here is a throwback to that one time I pretended to like these five degree temps. Swipe to see how I really feel? 🥶 #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneur #mompreneur #momlife #motherhood #photographersofinstagram #cultivatewhatmatters #coldweather #eastcoast #newjerseyweddingphotographer #phillyweddingphotographer