Party Paparazzi

from Heart of NC Weddings 2022

Don’t Stop the Music

Friends celebrate a bride-to-be on The Dillon’s rooftop in downtown Raleigh. Photo by Richard Barlow of Barlow Boudoir

Photo & Motion

of your bachelorette party? Like most other aspects of your wedding, you’ve probably spent a good amount of money on the party, so it’s important that it is captured well.

Why should I hire a photographer for my bachelorette party?

NO. 1: EVERYONE LOVES PHOTOS. You and your friends are going to take pictures regardless. Don’t waste your energy taking turns with your iPhone or trying to squeeze everyone into a self-timed photo. Let a professional take the wheel. The photos will be a million times better than anything you can snap on your phone. Professional photographers know what they’re doing with a camera as well as how to capture your best look.

NO. 2: THE MEMORIES WILL LAST A LIFETIME. Your bachelorette party is an exciting part of your wedding journey. Let the complete story come to life and become something tangible to look back on and treasure. The photographs taken during your party will exist long after the celebration to remind you of every single detail – from boozy brunches with your best buds to dinner downtown with your dynamos.

NO. 3: IT’S YOUR CELEBRITY MOMENT. If you ever wanted a reason to have a personal paparazzi follow you around for a day, this is it. Your bachelorette party should be all about you and your friends. So go all out. Act like stars, dress up and dance your heart out. The photographer will be right there cheering you on, capturing every moment and bringing the party to life.

NO. 4: IT MAKES THE PERFECT GIFT. Prints of the gorgeous photos are a great gift to send to your bridesmaids as a thank you for their support after the wedding. You can print pictures to frame on your wall, add to cards or even place in photo albums.

“I truly feel my sessions are as much (if not more) about the experience as they are about the resulting photos,” says Richard Barlow of Barlow Boudoir, who upholds his clients’ comfort and trust so that they can enjoy the moment. “Time and time again, my clients have told me that.” Richard is a published and award-winning photographer based in Raleigh and has 10 years of experience with boudoir photography. He knows how to create an atmosphere that gives the wedding squad the confidence to be themselves. The results are stunning because he creates and captures pure joy. Richard’s goal is to empower you to celebrate your best self.

Your “last hoorah” before you say “I do” should get the spotlight it deserves, whether you’re out on a tropical vacation, vineyard hopping or glamping. And by spotlight, we mean the flash of a camera.

It’s a no-brainer to hire a photographer for your wedding and, naturally, you probably want someone to be there to capture the life-changing moment that is your proposal. So, why would you overlook the opportunity to have high-quality photos taken