Merinda Allen Photography

01/08/2025

These colors from the florals, linens, cake and venue are a dream!

Florals: AM Floral Designs & Workshop Attendees

Venue + Bar: Westwind Hills

Cake: Cake House Design

Bridal Gowns: Tailored Bridal .stl

Stationery: Laurel Luxe Designs

Makeup & Hair: MW Beauty

Linens: BBJ La Tavola

Models: West Model Management

09/06/2024

Imagine getting married surrounded by rolling pastures and gentle horses. Nashville did not dissappoint!⁠⠀
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07/19/2024

I had the best time with Ethan and Khari for their engagement session! Special thank you to the Lodge at Boulder lake for a beautiful nature backdrop.

07/16/2024

Just a few of my favorite Editorial Images from Vizcaya Museum!photography

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06/17/2024

Hey, guess what? Summer starts this week! And you know what’s even better? The wedding season is finally taking a chill pill. Lately, I’ve been all about using medium-format film in my weddings and engagements. It gives the photos a classic aesthetic that goes perfectly with the digital images of my style. I’ll be officially including film in my 2025 weddings. With things slowing down a bit, I’ll have some breathing room to work on fun, creative projects once I’m done with all my editing. Can’t wait!

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06/11/2024

Nothing could dampen Sean and Jackie’s wedding day, not even the threat of rain. We were blessed with a sun-filled celebration that made their special day even more magical. Here’s to love, laughter, and sunshine! ⁠⠀
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05/16/2024

Love, laughter, and good times - this wedding at Playa Largo in Key Largo, FL had it all! The sweet couple, the beautiful venue, and the incredible Florida Keys created an unforgettable day. Can we take a moment to appreciate how perfect it all was? 😍 ⁠
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Key Largo | Merinda Allen Photography⁠
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04/05/2024

Updates:
Hi everyone, I've updated my travel schedule for this year. Please don't hesitate to contact me if anyone would like a session in one of those locations. I'm driving to Savanah and am game for any stops along the way or the way back. Biltmore Estate engagement or proposal?!?

5/2024 Savanah GA
May or June Florida (Possible Tampa, Ocala, Pensacola) dates TBD
8/2024 Chicago and Michigan
9/2024 Cape Cod
1/2025 Miami and Key Largo
1/18/2025 Pensacola
Febuary and March 2025 Key Largo

I have an exciting year in 2024 and 2025! I am rebranding, and A Sweet Focus will soon be Merinda Allen Photography. And I've separated my photo and video services and created Merinda Allen Films. https://merindaallenfilms.com/

Photo is of Frank and Ashley's portrait session at Washington Univesity.

02/13/2024

02/08/2024

Wedding veil love ❤️. Sunset portraits are a perfect opportunity to steal a few moments for the couple. This image was taken in the last moments of the day when the sun was peaking through the trees. This was also perfect for me to show off Ally’s cathedral veil. ⁠⠀
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02/06/2024

Let’s give some love to this image. I’m unsure which I love more, the sweet couple or the staircase florals. outdid themselves!!⁠⠀
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01/06/2024

Todays workplace🌴