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Dreaming of saying “I do” in Italy? Learning how to get married in Italy transforms your wedding from a single-day event into an unforgettable international experience. Italy offers couples a perfect blend of romance, history, and some of the most stunning wedding locations in the world. As a destination wedding photographer who has photographed beautiful […]

Planning an Italy Wedding? Complete 2026 Guide from a Destination Photographer

April 22, 2025

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Over the past few years, The Oakley wedding venue has become quite a popular choice for couples choosing wedding venues near Atlanta. The mix of modern elegance combined with the serene natural beauty of Northern Georgia makes it a unique and appealing option for couples. The fact that couples can still easily access all the […]

The Oakley Wedding Venue: A Complete Guide with Photos, Costs, and Tips

April 8, 2025

Venues

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Planning a Dekalb Courthouse wedding? As a wedding photographer in Atlanta who’s captured countless ceremonies at this venue, I’m sharing my complete insider’s guide to getting married at the Historic Dekalb Courthouse. Located in downtown Decatur, just minutes from Atlanta, this architectural treasure offers high marble walls and large arched windows that create and elegant […]

Ultimate Historic Dekalb Courthouse Wedding Guide: Photos, Cost, and Tips

January 28, 2025

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Your Wedding as a Masterpiece: Beyond a Single Day As an Atlanta wedding photographer who has guided countless couples through the intricate world of wedding design, I’m passionate about creating weddings that aren’t just beautiful—they’re magazine-worthy. Getting your wedding published in a magazine or wedding blog is a total dream come true. While every wedding […]

How to Get Your Luxury Wedding Published: An Insider’s Guide

December 6, 2024

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As a South Carolina native, I have a deep connection to the romance and charm of Charleston. So when Katherine and Tyler chose to have this historic city for their destination engagement session, I was thrilled to photograph their love story against its timeless backdrop. If you want some romantic Charleston South Carolina engagement photos […]

Romantic Charleston South Carolina Engagement Photos

October 23, 2024

Couples

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I had the pleasure of capturing Adrienne and Lee’s Berry College engagement photos last month. Adrienne wanted a location that had an elegant, romantic and European vibe. As an Atlanta wedding photographer, I’ve had the privilege of photographing sessions all over Georgia and beyond. I knew Berry College was going to be the perfect engagement […]

Berry College Engagement Photos: A Beautiful Backdrop for a Love Story

October 10, 2024

Engagement

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Maggie Karanja is a Georgia-based wedding photographer with a passion for capturing authentic emotion and editorial elegance — serving luxury couples in Atlanta, the Southeast, and destinations worldwide.
Creating joyful and timeless images — captivating hearts through genuine moments and refined artistry.

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