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Best Time for Venus Gardens Wedding Photos | Las Vegas Venue Photography Tips
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

Best Time for Venus Gardens Wedding Photos | Las Vegas Venue Photography Tips

Samantha and Phillip drove all the way down from LA on a beautiful Tuesday morning, trusting me with their vision for timeless, elegant, and editorial engagement photos at Venus Gardens before their October wedding. It truly felt like we had an entire palace to ourselves, and I am so obsessed with how these photos turned out—the architecture, the light, the way you two moved together made everything feel so intentional and stunning. I can't wait to capture the both of you in October for your formal wedding because I already know the wedding photos are going to be killer. Sending all of my love to you in the meantime 🤎

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Caesars Palace to Little White Wedding Chapel | Las Vegas Elopement Photographer
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

Caesars Palace to Little White Wedding Chapel | Las Vegas Elopement Photographer

i had the honor of being the one to photograph l & j’s elopement & they were literally just the sweetest people and we had the most fun. definitely one of those things where you just let the wind take you where it wants to and a time was had ❤️‍🔥 i can’t get over these photos and how beautiful and genuine they are to what happened this night - you can just tell we all had a lot of fun. thank you for choosing me to capture you guys during this amazing time!

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The Best Timing and Lighting To Take Desert Engagement Photos
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

The Best Timing and Lighting To Take Desert Engagement Photos

My sister from another mister came to visit me the other week, and these are some of my favorite photos I've taken in a while. Trish and Ronaldo are freshly engaged. When I saw their proposal photos, I literally cried SO FAST. So imagine my reaction when they asked me to take a few photos of them here in Vegas, where Trish and I grew up together, laughed together, played together. It was so bittersweet. Now we're just a few months away from their wedding day in Draper, Utah, and I'll have the privilege of helping photograph their I do's. It's such a beautiful and exciting time right now.

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How to Secretly Surprise Your Entire Family With a Vegas Wedding (Yes, Really)
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

How to Secretly Surprise Your Entire Family With a Vegas Wedding (Yes, Really)

Baylee and Wayne told their friends and family they were coming to Vegas for a bachelor and bachelorette party. But here’s the thing!!!! Instead, they secretly planned an entire wedding, loaded 18 unsuspecting people onto a party bus, and surprised everyone by showing up in full wedding attire with one announcement: "Surprise, we're getting married right now." And honestly? It was one of the most fun, easygoing, and genuinely joyful weddings I've ever photographed.

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15 Years Together, One Perfect Vegas Weekend: How to Plan a Multi-Day Destination Wedding
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

15 Years Together, One Perfect Vegas Weekend: How to Plan a Multi-Day Destination Wedding

Yari and Luis have been together since 2010. High school sweethearts who grew up together, navigated college side by side, and chose each other through every season of change. After 15 years, they didn't just want a wedding. They wanted a celebration that honored their journey, brought their people together, and felt like them—fun, intentional, and unforgettable. So they planned a multi-day destination wedding in Las Vegas. And it was everything.

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How to Make a "Cheesy" Vegas Elopement Look Like a Vogue Editorial
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

How to Make a "Cheesy" Vegas Elopement Look Like a Vogue Editorial

Mari and Maged proved something I've been saying for years: Vegas elopements don't have to look cheesy.

Even when you literally elope at the cheesiest chapel in Vegas.

They did the full Vegas experience—iconic chapel, neon lights, the Vegas sign—and their friends said these were the best wedding photos they'd ever seen. Not just good. Not just pretty. The best.

Here's exactly how we made it happen.

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What Happens When Two UK Introverts Decide Traditional Weddings Aren't for Them
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

What Happens When Two UK Introverts Decide Traditional Weddings Aren't for Them

They fly across the world to Las Vegas, elope at a vintage blue chapel, eat pizza on Fremont Street, and end the night under glittering neon lights. At least, that's what Jess and Tom did. And honestly? It was one of the most intentional, relaxed, and beautifully them elopements I've had the privilege of photographing.

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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Meaningful Las Vegas Wedding or Elopement
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Meaningful Las Vegas Wedding or Elopement

If you’re planning a Las Vegas wedding or elopement and hoping it can still feel personal, artful, and grounded, you’re not alone. More couples than ever are choosing Las Vegas not for spectacle, but for simplicity — a place where the focus can return to what matters most.

This guide is here to walk you through that process gently, without overwhelm, and with the perspective of someone who has witnessed many wedding days from close range.

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How to Create Multi-Day Wedding Experiences in Las Vegas That Wow Guests.
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

How to Create Multi-Day Wedding Experiences in Las Vegas That Wow Guests.

Las Vegas is famous for its fast-paced, iconic wedding days—but couples are increasingly choosing to expand their celebrations into multi-day experiences. Not only does this give guests time to connect, but it also allows for richer storytelling, more personalized moments, and photographs that truly capture the spirit of your celebration.

As a photographer who has captured countless Las Vegas Elopement celebrations, I’ve seen what works—and what can feel rushed or overwhelming. Here’s a practical, thoughtful guide to planning a multi-day wedding that feels effortless and memorable.

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What Most Couples Don’t Know About Las Vegas Wedding Trends (But Always Wish They Did Before Planning)
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

What Most Couples Don’t Know About Las Vegas Wedding Trends (But Always Wish They Did Before Planning)

Las Vegas weddings are iconic, instantly recognizable, and endlessly photogenic—but they’re also constantly evolving. As a photographer who has captured countless celebrations here, I often see couples dive in without understanding subtle trends that could make their day feel effortless, intentional, and timeless. Here’s what most couples don’t know—but wish they did—before planning their Las Vegas Wedding.

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An Angel Fell From Heaven And Landed In Front Of My Camera
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An Angel Fell From Heaven And Landed In Front Of My Camera

Lauren’s look was stunning. Not gonna lie, i was fully not expecting her to look like that at all. Behind the screen was just sweet, soft-spoken ANGEL who I would have guessed was going to wear a big floofy long dress with a slick back bun. WRRRRONNNG. Lauren showed up - wearing the chic-est dress i’ve ever seen, full hourglass, hair and makeup done by THE BEST, and a bangin’ bod for a mom of MULTIPLES. I guess I wasn’t wrong - Lauren surely was an angel.

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What If It Rained On My Wedding Day? And It Did.
Kim Willoughby Kim Willoughby

What If It Rained On My Wedding Day? And It Did.

Other practical things we did that made a huge difference in the rain was taking all of her photos as early as humanly possible (note to self; rain only gets worse through the day, not better) and moving the ceremony inside. Ultimately, the lighting was practically the same except one location was much colder and more wet. And - we still got the shots Megan loved. We ran outside and risked the rain drenching her dress and captured moments under the arch where they would have been married.

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