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Emma’s Sunrise Senior Session in Alpharetta, Georgia

There’s just something about sunrise sessions that feels extra special. The quietness of the morning, the soft glow coming through the trees, the stillness before the world fully wakes up… it always feels so peaceful and dreamy, and Emma’s senior session was exactly that! As an Alpharetta GA Senior Photographer, this was a dream! We […]

May 6, 2026

North Georgia senior photographer sunrise portraits

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Cumming Georgia, Family, Portraits

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Questions to Ask Your Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Planning your wedding comes with a million decisions, and choosing your photographer is one of the biggest ones. As a Dallas–Fort Worth Wedding Photographer serving couples in both Texas and North Georgia, I’ve seen how much peace comes from knowing the right questions to ask your wedding photographer before you book. Your photographer is with […]

February 17, 2026

Amanda smiling holding her camera in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Cumming Georgia, Dallas-Fort Worth, Engagements, Wedding Photographer Tips, Weddings

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When to Book Your Wedding Photographer

One of the first big questions many newly engaged couples ask is, “When should we book our wedding photographer?” It’s such a simple question, but the timing truly matters, especially here in Georgia. If you are planning a wedding in Cumming, Lake Lanier, or anywhere in North Georgia, the short answer is this: once your […]

February 16, 2026

Amanda smiling in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Cumming Georgia, Engagements, Wedding Photographer Tips, Weddings

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Faith-Based Wedding Photography in Dallas 

Not every couple approaches their wedding day the same way. For some, the focus is primarily aesthetic, the florals, the design, the overall atmosphere. For others, the celebration itself takes center stage. But for many couples, especially those whose faith is central to their relationship, a wedding day represents something far deeper than an event. […]

February 15, 2026

Amanda smiling with a neutral background in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Cumming Georgia, Dallas-Fort Worth, Weddings

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Why We Chose Dallas, Texas | A New Chapter for Amanda Jenkins Photography

Choosing where to build your life isn’t a small decision! Over the past year, Brady and I prayed, talked, researched, dreamed, and imagined what the next season would look like — not just personally, but professionally. We kept coming back to one place: Dallas, Texas. There were some more places as well, but Brady works […]

February 15, 2026

Amanda smiling with camera in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Dallas-Fort Worth, Engagements, Personal, Weddings

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How I Prep for a Wedding Day Emotionally + Practically

There’s something sacred about photographing a wedding. Yes, it’s beautiful and exciting, but it’s also emotional, layered, and deeply personal. As a wedding photographer, I know I’m not just showing up to take pretty photos. I’m stepping into one of the most meaningful days of someone’s life. That’s why, at Amanda Jenkins Photography, my wedding […]

October 21, 2025

Bride in Groom holding wedding rings in front of veil in Dallas Texas

Behind the Scenes, Client Experience, Wedding Photographer Tips, Weddings

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