2014 has been an amazing year here at Alina Thomas Photography. So many good things have happened this year that l wouldn’t be able to write about them all, no matter how badly I’d like to. One thing that I consider important in the photography industry, is

Back Button Focus for Photographers:   Many photographers struggle with accurate focus, resulting in images not being consistently sharp. This is why a great deal of images are being deleted during the culling process. If this is happening to you, I am about to give you some hard-earned advice that will help you achieve accurate […]

“It is not happy people who are thankful, it is thankful people who are happy.” -Anonymous The Thanksgiving week is coming to an end. It’s been a great and relaxing week, here at the Thomas house. Most importantly, we spent a lot of quality time together and realized how blessed we are to have each […]

It was finally time for the workshop at Sierra Vista!  As I pulled in, I made sure that I didn’t embarrass myself with my parking job (If you know me, you know I CANNOT possibly do ONE good parking job). I saw a smiling face, and said Hello! Gay responded and asked what camera I […]

Chelsey and  Phillip decided to have their engagement pictures taken at their wedding venue: the exquisite West Manor Estate, located in Forest, Virginia. This was a great choice because having some pictures taken at your venue before the wedding allows both the couple and photographer a chance to find the best spots for pictures! This […]

This week felt like Christmas to me. Not only did we put up our Christmas tree (I know, I know it’s not even December yet) but I also got a bunch of photography related goodies in the mail. Two days in a row! My favorite, I have to admit, was the new camera bag I’ve […]

From the “YES” being all caps in the title of this post, it is fairly obvious what my opinion is on this topic. I think, especially as a photographer, that every bride should at least consider doing an unplugged wedding.

With my blogposts, I typically give advice and tips to brides on their wedding planning, but today I am going to be a little more personal and give you a glance into my life.

Dearest Bride-To-Be, I am always trying to find new ways to show you how excited and honored I am that you have chosen me to be part of your wedding day. After much research, I have found the perfect gift to welcome you into the Alina Thomas Photography family. 

I have found the one whose love is unconditional. I have found the one who brings the best out of me. I have found the one who always has a big smile on his face and tells me everything will be all right. I have found the one who brightens my day every morning.