Stories, advice, and inspiration from behind the lens.

This is where I share tips for planning your session, real wedding + family galleries, and little pieces of what I’ve learned along the way.

Lindsey Birchfield photography blog

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Morgan and Kyle’s maternity session at Refine Studio was a reminder that sometimes the most beautiful photos come from the simplest settings. Clean lines, soft light, and two people on the edge of one of the biggest moments of their lives. That is really all you need. Why a Studio Maternity Session Might Be Right […]

A Studio Maternity Session with Morgan and Kyle Gunderson at Refine Studio in Scottsdale, Arizona

6/03/26

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Some venues speak for themselves. El Chorro is one of them. Laura and Justin’s spring 2026 wedding at one of Scottsdale’s most iconic and desirable wedding venues was everything you would expect and then some. Timeless, romantic, and set against the kind of Arizona backdrop that reminds you there is truly nowhere else like this […]

Laura and Justin’s Wedding at El Chorro in Scottsdale, Arizona

6/03/26

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Morgan and Rob’s spring 2026 wedding was the kind of day that reminds you why you love what you do. From the ceremony at the iconic Brophy Chapel to the reception at Phoenix Country Club, every single moment of this day was elegant, intentional, and absolutely stunning. And then the night ended with fireworks, because […]

Morgan and Rob’s Wedding at Phoenix Country Club and Brophy Chapel in Phoenix, Arizona

6/01/26

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Not every photo session needs a grand occasion. Sometimes the best ones happen in between. Lindsey and Matt stopped in Downtown Phoenix after getting their marriage license, and we turned it into something worth remembering. A spontaneous walk, a few quiet moments together, and the kind of photos that remind you it is the little […]

Lindsey and Matt’s Marriage License Day at the Maricopa County Courthouse in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona

5/31/26

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Molly and Dave’s rehearsal dinner set the tone for what was sure to be an unforgettable wedding weekend. From the moment guests arrived at Cala in Scottsdale, the energy was warm, celebratory, and full of the kind of excitement that only comes the night before two people promise each other forever. If you are looking […]

Molly and Dave’s Rehearsal Dinner at Cala in Scottsdale, Arizona

5/25/26

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Some proposals are planned down to the very last detail, and Tim’s was one of them. What Paula didn’t know was that one of those details was me, already there, already blending in, already waiting for the moment she had no idea was coming. That is the magic of proposal photography. I arrived before they […]

Tim and Paula’s Engagement Session at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona

5/24/26

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Some nights are just meant to be remembered. Chase and Thompson’s proposal at the Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia was one of those nights, perfectly planned, completely unexpected, and absolutely worth every detail that went into making it happen. The Omni Montelucia set the scene beautifully. With the stunning backdrop of Camelback Mountain […]

Chase and Thompson’s Proposal at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia in Scottsdale, Arizona

5/24/26

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There is something really special about being on the other side of the camera. As someone who has spent years documenting some of the most meaningful moments in other people’s lives, getting to have my own moments captured and relive them through photos has been an entirely different kind of beautiful. Our welcome party and […]

A Western Welcome: Lindsey and Matt’s Rehearsal Dinner at Valley Polo Field and Riding Club in Scottsdale, Arizona

5/19/26

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Paulina and Reed’s wedding weekend was not just a wedding. It was a three-day celebration that swept through Scottsdale with pure excitement, unstoppable energy, and more love than one venue could possibly contain. Friends and family flew in from everywhere to be part of it, and from the very first moment to the very last, […]

Paulina and Reed’s Wedding at Secret Garden by Wedgewood Weddings in Scottsdale, Arizona

5/15/26

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Hayley’s bridal shower was one of those events where every single detail was thoughtfully put together, and it showed. Hosted at a stunning private estate in Scottsdale, the afternoon was centered around a “Something Blue” theme that felt elegant, intentional, and so perfectly Hayley. The food was anything but typical. Hayley’s mom’s best friend is […]

Hayley’s Bridal Shower at a Private Estate in Scottsdale, Arizona

5/12/26

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