Alright folks! Who's ready for some change to make 2024 weddings even better and more inclusive!?There are just some things in our industry that while, aren't necessarily intended to be harmful, end up perpetuating stereotypes and trying to make couples fit into boxes. So I hope you'll join me with an open mind and you're listening ears! :)ALSO! I want to hear the story of YOUR LOVE! I'm calling all queer and lgbtqia2s+ couples to come on the podcast to share your experiences for other couples to relate to and for all of us to learn from! Please DM me on Insta @wildlyconnectedphotoORemail me at hello@wildlyconnectedphotography.comCheers my Queers!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

In this episode, I interview Malachi of Shell Creek Photography who made the corageus jump to publicly come out just this past June. Together we discuss what it means to come out as business owner and how that has affected our business- good, bad or otherwise.If you need someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out to Malachi or I and we will be happy to be support and keep things anonymous.If you would like to talk to someone else, please consider looking at all of the many resources and support options that The Trevor Project has.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

In this episode I interview Hannah with Palindrome. We discuss everything from her own inclusive business practices, to how the industry needs to shift and change, as well as what lgbtqia+ couples can be on the look out for when hiring a HMUA for their own wedding days. Give it a listen and go check out Palindrome! @pal.in.drome.llc on Instagram!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

This week, I talk with @travelagentandy who is a lgbtq+ travel agent and SO many great practical tips and tricks on how to see the world as a queer person. ESPECIALLY when it comes to traveling with your partner, he has you covered so that you can travel safely and not worry about anything as you travel or go on your honeymoon as a lgbtq+ person. Enjoy!Follow Andy on tiktok!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Homebody Candles MN Homebody MN are made by a local, trans-owned small business and makes candles for your wedding!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This week I talk to David and Chanti from the brand new Minneapolis wedding Venue- The Mosaic!We talk about how to make venues more safe and welcoming to ALL couples and people in a way that includes and celebrates different cultures and identities.ePlease listen to get some super practical take aways on how you can be more inclusive in your own space or business.Also, The Mosaic is actively seeking investors to invest in their dream of expanding their mission into 30 new venues. If you love what they are doing, please reach out to David at david@mosaicmn.comCheck them out and find all of their socials at https://www.mosaicmn.com/venueThe intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

June is such an amazing time to celebrate our community- but it shouldn't be the only time. We want to celebrate our love stories year round! This episode gives tips to both allies and vendors as well as directly to the LGBTQ+ community on how we can make Pride a year round experience, not confined to June alone. Resources:Dancing with Her- LGBTQ wedding planning and vendorsThe Equally Wed Inclusivity Training CoursesThe intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Homebody Candles MN Homebody MN are made by a local, trans-owned small business and makes candles for your wedding!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Is it a Gay Wedding or just a Wedding? This is an episode to let you know I will be switching to a biweekly posting schedule just for the summer busy season! And also talking about finding the balance between acknowledging the queer aspects of a wedding/ couple with out making it too much or "othering" couples.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

in this episode, Cass gives us so many great ideas for how to fill you elopement day with things that are fun and authentically you as well as us figuring out ways to make your day reflect being a part of the lgbtq+ community!Here is the full list of activities that Cass has suggested:here are a few traditionally adventurous activities you and your partner can do on your wedding day:HikingCampingBook a land, water or air tour (heli-ride onto a remote section of a glacier is pretty dope!)BikingHorseback ridingCliff jumping swimmingRelax by a campfireChill in some hot springs to start or finish your daykayak/canoe/paddleboardHot air balloon rideHammock hangGlacier trekkingZipliningclimbingAnd a few ideas that are a little different but just as special and can add so much more meaning to your day:Making time to have your favorite drink together in the morning like coffee or tea or stop at a brewery along the wayWrite and exchange private vows (even if you’re eloping just the 2 of you, you can ask your media team to give you a few minutes alone)Take 5 mins to Journal/paint about your day so you can look back and remember exactly how you felt in that momentWrite or record a voice memo note  to each other for your first wedding anniversary If you two are gamers, take a few minutes to play some mario kart on your Switch and whoever wins has to drivechoreograph a fun dance and make a wedding day Tiktok!Plan some after dark photos of you two star gazing, snuggling by a bonfire, watching a meteor shower, playing with sparklers, Play cards or do a puzzlePlan a picnicCook breakfast togetherIncorporate your pets like taking them on a walk Check out a museumStop off at the zooSay hello to Cass @narrowleafphotography on instagram!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

You can hire DJ for your small wedding through The Little Wedding Co OR email her directly at: nosleepmpls@gmail.comThe artist I mentioned that sings songs using they/them pronouns is Miki Ratsula on "made for them"Here is Angie giving you some REALLY great song options:First Dance Songs1. Stay with you-John Legend2. At Last-Etta James3. Over the Rainbow-Israel Kamakawiwo'ole4. Say you won't let go-James Arthur5. Tender Love- Me'shell N'dgeochello6. Love Song #1-Me'shell N'degeochello7. Sent from Heaven-Rahsaan Patterson8. You-Jesse Powell9. Love me still-Chaka Khan10. Lake by the Ocean-Maxwell(This is one of my personal favs, because Maxwell said it's about being so happy in love, it's like being in a lake, and not even wanting to go to the ocean next to it, because you don't need anything else)11. Latch (Acoustic)-Sam Smith12. Only You- Parson James13. I Choose You-Sara BareillesENJOY :)The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Homebody Candles MN Homebody MN are made by a local, trans-owned small business and makes candles for your wedding!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

**first and foremost, I am no poet lol, I'm sure you can tell.But this episode is short and sweet, mostly as a reminder to all who have been showing up with me every week to say that the work we are doing for the lgbtq+ community matters and I share why.THANK YOU to everyone who continues to not only listen but to also show up in your own lives and advocate for the community- you are so appreciated. The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

This is an age old question... one that people have been trying to figure out for forever. So, here with me today are the amazing humans, Kat and Diana who share their own proposal stories and how they navigated that time of their life as a lgbtq+ couple.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

This week I chat with Amber of Glacier Weddings and Events who is passionate about running a business that is both eco-conscious AND inclusive to ALL people.  We discuss everything from how sustainability and diversity intersect to her tips for any  couples listening thinking about planning an elopement or wedding! Enjoy!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

If you're recently engaged, the last thing you want is for a homophobic vendor to rain on your parade, so here are some tips on navigating the world of wedding vendors as a queer couple.Here are some of the directories I mentioned in the show and HIGHLY recommend:Equally WedDancing With HerDancing with ThemEverywhere is Queer MapAnd also try finding locally made directories or even facebook groups!Thanks so much for listening with me for 15 whole episodes! I would love it if you said hello to me on Instagram @wildlyconnectedphoto :)The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

This episode covers ways to modify wedding traditions that are either harmful or only reflect straight couples to be more inclusive to lgbtq+ couples. Everything from how to walk down the aisle, to what you wear and more! This is a super fun and informative episode so I hope it will give you ideas for your own wedding day!Follow me on instagram @wildlyconnectedphotoThe intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

Get to know me a little bit better!!!!This week I share about my origins (aka my coming out story) and how that's related to why I started Wildly Connected Photography. I also share on why having representation and equality are super important in the wedding world.Please consider donating to the following in response to all of the anti- trans and anti-lgbtq+ bills circulating our country.The Trevor ProjectThe National Center for Transgender EqualitySign the petition for stopping anti-LGBTQIA legislationAnd please continue to uplift trans voices as well as finding your own ways to support.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

This week, I interview my partner, Angie, and we share our experiences from childhood until now on what it's like for us to be a part of the lgbtq+ community.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

If you’re worried about the stress and pressure of planning a big, traditional wedding and want your special day to be more intimate and meaningful, elopement might be the perfect choice for you. Contrary to popular belief, this doesn’t mean sacrificing the day's romance, magic, and beauty. As a queer wedding and elopement photographer with over ten years in this industry, I’ve compiled a growing list of benefits of eloping, which may be particularly helpful for LGBTQ+ folks — romance, magic, and beauty included. Let’s explore these points in more detail, with an emphasis on nature elopements: The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

Jenni (she/they) of Jenni Chapman Photography is a queer, non-binary photographer and creative who started her career ten years ago in the actor headshot and theatre space. This unique experience paved the way for her specialty in wedding photography and creative portraits in the San Francisco Bay area. She’s a fierce advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and believes in the importance of diverse, intersectional representation, which she hopes to keep promoting through her photography and work on the Queer Soul project.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic

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One of the most important things about being an LGBTQ+ wedding and elopement photographer who wants to be part of radical change in the wedding industry is connecting with other like-minded photographers to exchange stories and knowledge. The community and standards we build together will pave the way for the future!This week in my podcast, I spoke with D (they/them) and Meg (she/her/they/them) from River and Root photography to talk about their experiences in this industry and how they intentionally run their business to change the wedding industry for the better.Connect with them on instagram @riverandrootAlso be sure to connect with our episode sponsor, Homebody Candles at @homebodymnThe intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic