Merry Ohler 7/16/26 Merry Ohler 7/16/26

The Questions Every Couple Should Ask Before Booking a Wedding Photographer

On your wedding day, you'll spend more time with your photographer than with your new spouse. So how do you make sure you've chosen the right person? These are the questions worth asking before you book - and what a thoughtful photographer's answers should actually sound like.

Merry Ohler 7/2/26 Merry Ohler 7/2/26

First Look, No First Look, or Something In-Between? How to Decide What's Right for Your Wedding Day Timeline

First look or no first look? It sounds like a simple choice, but it shapes your entire wedding day timeline - and affects your guests more than most couples realize. Kansas City wedding photographer Merry Ohler shares honest perspective, practical tips, and a third option worth considering.

Merry Ohler 6/25/26 Merry Ohler 6/25/26

How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Do You Actually Need?

“The short answer is that the right amount of wedding photography coverage depends on…”

Merry Ohler 11/6/25 Merry Ohler 11/6/25

The Most Romantic Kansas City Elopements Happen in the Unexpected Places

Merry Ohler 2/14/25 Merry Ohler 2/14/25

The Ultimate List of Rooftop Wedding Venues in Kansas City

“…while there are a couple of articles and lists that include a handful of “best rooftop wedding venues,” I couldn’t find a complete list of Kansas City rooftop venues anywhere! So, I decided to take a slight detour and…”

Merry Ohler 2/10/25 Merry Ohler 2/10/25

5 Unique Elopement Locations in Kansas City

“When you picture your dream elopement, what comes to mind? A serene…”

Merry Ohler 2/3/25 Merry Ohler 2/3/25

Why Winter and Early Spring Are Incredible for Eloping in Kansas City

“Here’s a little secret: winter and early spring elopements in Kansas City offer an entirely different kind of magic—and it's incredibly underrated.”

Merry Ohler 12/31/24 Merry Ohler 12/31/24

Elopement vs. Traditional Weddings: Which Style is Right for You?

“…is one of the most significant moments in your life, and it should reflect who you are as a couple. Whether you choose the elaborate intricacies of a conventional wedding or the romantic…”