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I love sharing personal stories, recent sessions, recent weddings, tips & tricks for family sessions, tips for my brides and your wedding day, outfit suggestions, location ideas & suggestions, my husband and I, personal things about me and my little family, and some of the behind-the-scenes of being a photographer.
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We’re stepping into a new season, and we couldn’t be more excited!!! Dallas–Fort Worth wedding photographer is now a title I hold! This June, we are officially relocating to the Dallas–Fort Worth area, and Amanda Jenkins Photography is now booking weddings, engagements, and family sessions across DFW. Texas has been on our hearts for a […]

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. […]

There is a difference between taking photos and preserving legacy. Amanda Jenkins Photography was never just about beautiful images. It was never about trends or perfectly curated grids. It has always been about something deeper. Marriage. Family. Legacy. The quiet in-between moments that become everything years later. As a Dallas wedding photographer, I don’t just […]

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 […]

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 […]

When I first started as a photographer, I thought perfection was the goal. Perfect lighting, perfect posing, perfect backdrops—everything just right. And yes, beautiful photos matter. But somewhere along the way, I realized that chasing perfection was keeping me from capturing the heart of what I love most: genuine connection. Now, as a North Georgia […]

When I first started as a wedding photographer in Northern Georgia, my focus was simple: take beautiful photos that couples would be proud to frame. I obsessed over perfect lighting, flawless posing, and finding the most scenic backdrops. I thought my job was to create a gallery full of “Pinterest-worthy” images. And while those polished, […]

When couples hire me as their wedding photographer in Northern Georgia, they usually picture the big, planned moments: the first kiss, the bouquet toss, the perfectly posed family portrait where everyone’s smiling at the camera. And yes, I absolutely capture all of those. But some of my favorite images aren’t planned at all. They’re the […]
