Author Archives: Liz Washer

Lisa’s Wedding at the Springfield Sheraton

By Liz Washer | Published May 21, 2013

It’s May, and that means bridal season is in full swing once again! I kicked off this loveliest of months with the beautiful Lisa, shown saucily peeking out of her limo below: Photography: Portraits by David Dress: Bancroft Bridals Venue: Springfield Sheraton

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Smile, Part 2: Tooth Whitening at 1st Advantage Dental in Northampton MA

By Liz Washer | Published May 8, 2013

Read part 1 here Talk about good fortune: I was the lucky recipient of a complimentary tooth whitening session by local dentist (and former client of mine), Dr. Jyotika Dhawan from 1st Advantage Dental on King Street in Northampton. Dr. Dhawan uses the innovative Venus products (which she described as being much gentler than Zoom [...]

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Heather’s June Wedding at the Log Cabin in Holyoke, MA

By Liz Washer | Published May 7, 2013

Heather is a high school math teacher who was easily one of my most laid-back, easygoing clients of all time. Not a regular makeup wearer, she wanted to look good for photos but keep things very natural looking and not “makeuppy.” A touch of smoky eyeliner, mascara, and soft rosy lips & cheeks were all [...]

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Jackie’s Wedding at Santarella in the Berkshires

By Liz Washer | Published April 23, 2013

This wedding took place at a gingerbread-style house in Tyringham MA that is straight out of a Disney fairy tale. Because she is an out-of-stater, Jackie and I never had a trial – she hired me based purely on the strength of my portfolio and reviews (very flattering!) She wanted to go for a slightly [...]

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Backyard Picnic Engagement Session, Published on Fab You Bliss

By Liz Washer | Published April 22, 2013

This styled e-session was shot on the same day as Eco-Chic, and was just screamingly adorable – who wouldn’t want a picnic at dusk lit by candles hung from a tree in the backyard? Keeping things local (and budget-friendly) doesn’t mean unromantic. Also featured is photographer Michelle’s highly photogenic goldendoodle puppy, Bailey (who is already [...]

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Styled Eco-Chic Bridal Shoot Featured on Fab You Bliss

By Liz Washer | Published April 21, 2013

I had the distinct pleasure of taking part in several styled shoots with the incredibly talented Michelle Girard in 2012, and I’m so pleased to announce the publication of another one of our group efforts! This shoot was built around a pair of gorgeous, fair trade Celia Grace gowns and the detailed styling touches of [...]

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Jessica’s Wedding at the Springfield Marriott

By Liz Washer | Published April 10, 2013

You might remember Jessica as the client shown in my Gazette newspaper feature (the photographer was scheduled during our trial session, which Jessica was kind enough to approve). Subtly smoky eyes and blushy cheeks were the order of the day. I had a wonderful time working with this gorgeous bride, her mother, and her sister! [...]

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Styled Shoot at the Springfield Marriott Featured on Paper Moon Weddings

By Liz Washer | Published April 9, 2013

I am so proud of this team effort! Last August, I teamed up with a fantastic group of wedding pros and two professional models (nope, they’re not a couple, but they fake it pretty well, amirite?) to create a wedding vision inspired by a specific tradition: the tasting of the four elements (bitter, sour, hot, [...]

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How to Communicate Effectively with a Pro Makeup Artist

By Liz Washer | Published April 5, 2013

Raise your hand if this sounds familiar: you’re getting a makeover, but you find yourself tongue-tied when describing what you want, and you’re not sure what to say when the artist asks questions. As a result, you don’t see what you had envisioned in the mirror when the artist is finished. How can you speak [...]

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Smile!

By Liz Washer | Published March 27, 2013

Makeup can do a lot for disguising blemishes, but so far the cosmetic universe hasn’t dreamed up a formula that can paint teeth whiter just for one day. So what are your options as a bride? First of all, a reality check – teeth are NOT pure white. They’re not supposed to blind passersby. The [...]

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