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Recent comments

• Anne: I don’t think photographers see it as playing into antiquated gender roles, but it doesn’t hurt to...
• Ariel: Totally there with you, Bunny. My issue is that prior to this I’ve only seen the bride at groom’s...
• Liz: The photos are great! Do you know where the wedding/reception was held?
• Bunny: Personally, I don’t mind the bride sitting at the groom’s feet type pictures, but then again,...
• Anne: Rock it out!! What a fun couple! His hair totally makes the shot.. even though it took a few glances to realize...