Photographer Myriam Menard joins Casi and Hillary to talk about a common thread between all of their work: curation.

What is Curation?

Why is Curation so important?

How do we begin to make our own curation choices?

These are some of the things that are discussed in this episode as we chat with Myriam about how curation starts for her far before she even begins shooting a wedding, and she also shares her tried-and-true 5-step culling process that she uses every time in her own galleries!

pass 1: do I like it or not (gut reaction)

pass 2: duplicates: do any of these look too similar?  Choose just one

pass 3: would I be proud to see this hanging on the clients' wall?

pass 4: with the reminder: if I delete it they will never even know it existed: get ruthless!

pass 5: which of these images BEST represents by brand, my ethos as a photographer?

and voila!  you have a final, beautifully-curated gallery!

“Couples who say they don’t want anything staged often imagine being left alone, but true candor still needs care.
 
Not performance, but presence.
 
I read the room quietly.
 
I understand complex family dynamics.
 
I sense shifts in energy during high stakes moments.
 
I protect the emotional integrity of the day.
 
That is discernment. That is curation.”

Follow Myriam on instagram: @myriammenardphoto
and visit her website: Myriam Menard

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We're talking about another wedding industry HOT TOPIC: Features, Directories and Publications!  What are the options?  What are the differences?  What does it cost and ARE THEY WORTH IT?!

References from the convo:

Hillary's wedding featured in Junebug circa 2017

Casi's high-performing Napa Valley Airbnb blogpost  

Casi on Anti-Bride

Kayloe Bridal on Together Journal

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Ever get sick of listening to influencers, coaches, industry members talk about how perfectly they do everything?  Us too!  In this episode Casi and Hillary dive into the things in their business they self-admittedly do NOT do well.  From ignoring off-boarding, to accidentally not having business insurance to using low tech means to track high ticket items, we out ourselves on the business practices we do NOT recommend.  

We hope this episode is relatable!  If you have a bad business practice you want to laugh at yourself with us, DM us at @kayloecreative and/or @casiyostphoto.  There's no shame - we're all doing our best!  And if you're reflecting and calling yourself out on your bull*$&% well hey - that's actually a great business practice right there!

Thank you for following along we love sharing these episodes with you and there is lots more coming this year!

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Casi and Hillary are ready for a new year and ready to CATCH UP!

Reflecting on what their businesses looked like for 2025, new things they tried, and what business boundaries they (mostly) stuck to.  

A new year is here, with a new season of weddings around the bend, so join the conversation about how the industry and business ownership is changing and how Casi and Hillary will be tackling the year ahead.

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Want to see some of Casi's art?!

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The internet's favorite Officiant joins us today to talk all about Officiating Wedding Ceremonies and why having a Professional Officiant on your wedding day takes your experience to the next level on every front. 

Hillary and Jimmie dive into the nitty gritty on:

1. What really goes into writing a Ceremony script?

2. Why hire a professional to write and deliver it?

3. The real scoop on Marriage Licenses and how to get one

4. Who's getting married at Kendrick Lamar's Seattle concert??

You can find Jimmie on instagram @officiantjimmie 

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Happy New Year and welcome back to Wedding Salt! 

This episode is an introduction to the new course that Kayloe Bridal released at the end of 2024: Modern Wedding Planning, A Course for Couples!

Learn what is included in the course, why Hillary was passionate about creating this content, and how you can plan your own wedding like a professional using the tried-and-true Three Phase approach developed by Kayloe Bridal:

Phase 1: Set the Vision

Phase 2: Hire the Team

Phase 3: Finalize the Details

If you have questions or want to learn more you can email [email protected] 

and you can buy the course here!:
https://kayloebridal.com/wedding-planning-course

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Casi and Hillary start reflecting on the year (almost) behind us - it's really that time of year again!  

What have been some of your business and personal highs for 2024?  What about the lows that we more rarely talk about? 

We dive into some of our big wins, funny stories, and reflections from this year, the good, the bad, and the "to be continued".

Tell us you're listening!  Share this episode on social media and tag us with some of your 2024 Highs and Lows!

Want to checkout the Modern Wedding Planning Course hot off the press from Kayloe Bridal?  Check it out here: https://kayloebridal.com/wedding-planning-course 

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Private Property Weddings are one of the hot trends in the wedding industry at the moment and Hillary is breaking down
1. What is a Private Property Wedding
2. Does a "backyard" wedding really save you money?
3. What vendors need to know ahead of time when working a private property wedding

Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.theeventhelper.com/
https://kayloebridal.com/2022/07/13/why-small-intimate-weddings-in-portland-are-the-way-to-go/

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Join us today as we welcome attorney Ann Koppuzha, who talks about the critical importance of having strong, up-to-date, and FRIENDLY contracts in the ever-evolving wedding industry.

With over a decade of experience at top law firms and the Department of Justice, Ann brings a wealth of legal knowledge to the table. During our discussion, we'll cover:

• Transforming your standard contracts to meet 2024’s market demands
• Common mistakes wedding pros make with their contracts and how to avoid them
• How a well-crafted contract can enhance the client experience
• Essential contract clauses that protect you and your couples
• Overlooked elements you may not have considered for your contracts
• Tips for finding the right contract template for your unique business niche

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to protect their business and provide an exceptional client experience. 

Grab your FREE guide, Contracts → Clients, 3 Strategies for Savvy Wedding Pros to Wiin More Brides, here: https://www.powerhouse-legal.com/contract-guide-wedding-pro

Connect with Ann on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/powerhouselegal/

Grab a rock-solid contract to protect your business here: https://thebusinessreserve.com/products/wedding-photography-contract

Reach out to Ann here to review your contract, protect your brand, or solve another legal dilemma: https://www.powerhouse-legal.com/wedding-lawyer

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Jenny Bowker, a vet in the Bridal Beauty industry, joins us today to chat all things hair, makeup, and getting ready on your wedding day!

Whether you're a photographer, florist, another beauty expert, or a Bride, you'll learn super helpful wisdom and pro tips you never would have thought of!

Follow Jenny at @sistergoldenbridal and find more of her work at www.jennybowkermakeup.com

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