How Diverse Love Stories Are Represented in Wedding Photography

Dallas-Fort Worth Inclusive Wedding Photographers

Hey there! We’re The MacMeekens—your Dallas inclusive wedding photographers who are all about capturing those real, authentic moments that make your love story one of a kind. We’re not just here to snap some photos; we’re here to make sure your wedding photography experience is as fun, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re planning a big bash in North Texas or a dreamy destination elopement with a few close loved ones, we’ve got your back. Ready to dive in? Let’s chat about how we celebrate diverse love stories through our inclusive wedding photography.

True-to-Color Skin Tones for Mixed-Culture Couples

You are beautiful, and your photos should reflect that—plain and simple. For our couples with cultural-fusions and mixed skin tones we’re all about making sure you look back at your photos and see your true, authentic beauty shining through- whether your skin is fair and freckled or warm, rich and deep. We’re talking real skin tones, just like the color they are in real life, without any weird filters, overexposed hotspots, under-exposed shadows, or desaturation that leaves you not looking like…you. After all, your love story is unique, and it deserves to be memorialized just as it really is—for generations to come.

The Vendors Who Made It Happen

Planning: Plan It With Me
Venue: The Mason Dallas
Hair & Makeup: Erin Blair Beauty Studios
Live Floral: Grateful Floral Event Designs
Installations & Silk Florals: Rao Factor
Place Setting Rentals : Posh Couture Rentals
Balloon Installations: Vash Event Design
Catering: Naborly Provisons Catering
LED Dance Floor: Center Stage Floors

Embracing Cultural Weddings with Care

When it comes to cultural weddings, we don’t just show up and wing it. We dig deep, do our homework, and make sure we’re fully prepared to honor the traditions that matter most to you. Take our first Jewish wedding, for example. We read all the wedding blogs we could get out hands on, interviewed expert planners, and even invited one onto our podcast to school us (and our listeners) on Jewish wedding traditions. Whether you’re getting married at one of the top wedding venues in Dallas-Fort Worth or hosting a cultural celebration abroad, we’re here to make sure every moment is captured with the care and respect it deserves.

Cultural Wedding Planners Specializing in Authentically Curated Events

• Weddings & Events by Ruth Spirer After immigrating to the US from Israel in the 90’s, Jewish Wedding Specialist Ruth Spirer, is one of the most well know and respected Jewish Wedding Planners in North Texas. Check out Episode 012 of our podcast Lifting The Veil, where Ruth joins us to teach our audience more about Jewish wedding traditions.
• Ophelia Event Affairs Originally from the Ivory Coast, Ophelia “harmoniously blends tradition with modernity, capturing the essence of each occasion” who joyfully celebrates love and culture. In addition to her incredible knowledge on the wedding industry, her contagious laughter and glowing smile are sure to help any stressed couple feel at ease when wedding planning.
• Reytheda Jackson with Stohree Events is a local and international industry leader who’s portfolios of cultural and destination events are beyond breathtaking. Check out her Instagram to see one of the most stunning Indian-fusion weddings I’ve ever laid my eyes on. There’s no doubt with her team on your side, your destination wedding will be raved about for years to come.

Celebrating the LGBTQIA+ Community

To all our LGBTQIA+ couples, we see you, we love you, and we’re here to celebrate your love story with all the enthusiasm it deserves. If you’re looking for a team that’s as excited about your wedding as you are, you’ve found your people. We’ve even rounded up some of our favorite ally and queer vendors who will make your wedding day nothing short of magical. So, let’s get this party started—whether you’re planning a destination adventure elopement or a big celebration at one of Dallas or Fort Worth’s best luxury wedding venues let’s celebrate your love story together.

Dream Team of LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Vendors

• Planner: Simply Elegant Group
• DJ: Mobile DJ Services
• Floral: Edwards Floral
• Hair & Makeup: Brite Beauty
• Bartending: Prestige Event Service LLC
• Catering: Naborly Provisions
• Bakery: Ruthi Hutson Cakes
• Rentals: Big D Party Rentals
• Officiant: Officially Golden Ceremonies

Supporting Couples with Physical Limitations

Every couple deserves to have an epic wedding day, no matter what physical challenges life throws their way. For our couples and their loved ones with physical limitations, we go the extra mile to make sure your unique needs are met and you feel comfortable, confident and radiant on your wedding day. We’ll chat about everything from necessary medical breaks to how we can strategically capture your portraits—whether that’s being mindful of height differences, medical equipment, or anything else you want to discuss. Our goal? To make sure you feel confident, comfortable, and totally like yourselves in every photo. Because at the end of the day, it’s all about capturing your story in a way that’s true to you.

Neurodivergent Couples: We’ve Got You

We’re a little neuro-spicy ourselves, so we totally get that neurodivergent couples might have some unique requests for their wedding day. Whether you need some extra handholding leading up to your wedding to ease a busy or anxious mind, brain breaks during the day or more buffer in your wedding timeline, or adjustments to our shutter sound and flash frequency, we’re here for it. Our approach to documentary wedding photography is all about making sure you feel free to be your quirky, amazing selves on your wedding day. So, if you’re ready to say “I do” in your own special way, we’re here to cheer you on and capture every unique moment.

Check Out Our Podcast Episode All About Neurodivergent Weddings

• Lifting The Veil Podcast Episode 010: Neurospicy Weddings

Your Love, Your Story, Our Honor

At The MacMeekens, we’re not just about taking pretty pictures. This is more than just a job, and you are more than just another couple. We’re here to work our as*es off to make sure your hopes, dreams, and vision for your day are always top priority. From the quiet moments as you prepare for your “I do’s” to the wild reception dance floor, we’re all in, capturing your love story in a way that’s freely and authentically you.

So, what do you say? Ready for a darn good time? Whether you’re looking for a highly-personalized engagement session, luxury bridal session, or a destination wedding photographer there to capture every moment of your adventure to “I Do”, we’re here to make your wedding photography dreams come true.

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