With January 1st right around the corner, you’re probably looking for an awesome New Year gift idea! Yes. You heard me right.  If there are only two things I’ve learned over the past years as a wedding and lifestyle photographer, its that: You have to invest in yourself. Your relationships, your marriage, your family, and YOU. […] The post New Year Gift Idea | Boudoir Couple’s Kit by Love is Art appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

If you’ve never been to Sayulita Mexico, you’ve been missing out on one of Mexico’s best kept secrets! One of the first things I noticed when I first arrived was the gorgeous scenery and the beach-y, relaxed vibe. It’s stunning. I immediately knew that a Sayulita elopement would absolutely be perfect for so many of […] The post Sayulita Elopement appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

Today I’m thrilled to share with you what I think are the top 6 Santa Barbara wedding venues for elopements and micro weddings. Planning your wedding or elopement in Santa Barbara, California is exciting! It can also so easily become a little overwhelming. Because unless you already know the venue and vendors you want, now is […] The post Santa Barbara Wedding Venues for Elopements and Micro Weddings appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

Today I’m thrilled to share with you what I think are the top 6 San Miguel de Allende wedding venues. Planning a destination wedding or elopement in Mexico is exciting! It can also so easily become a little scary. Because unless you plan on visiting in advance, you have to plan everything online and completely trust […] The post 6 Stunning San Miguel de Allende Wedding Venues appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

A Mexico Wedding Photographer?! Yes, you heard me right! I’ve finally made the jump and moved to Mexico. Meaning I’m now a wedding photographer in the beautiful and diverse country of Mexico.   I’ve actually been visiting Mexico for years, and have even posted about my travels in the past (check out my favorite shared […] The post Becoming Your Mexico Wedding Photographer appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

This week I had the honor of being invited to sit with Louisville wedding photographer, Jeff Armstrong, for an episode on his podcast A Memorable Wedding Walk!  We discussed how to ensure a smooth wedding day (something I know you’ll love to hear)! And while I’ve loved being able to show up and serve you […] The post As A Featured Podcast Guest: Staying Present & Ensuring A Smooth Wedding Day appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

 Hey friends! Welcome to Namaste Nuptials— I’m your host, and photographer, Janelle! If you don’t already know me: I’m an avid traveler, an environmental and animal rights advocate, and I’m of Spanish descent. I believe in daily simple acts of kindness, and I am so thankful for my clients, who are always striving to […] The post Easy Ways to Make Your Wedding More Sustainable appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

This is one wedding venue in Charleston, SC that I could probably write for ages about, but when it really comes down to searching for your perfect place to get married, there are really only a handful of things to truly consider. The Middleton Place venue will win your heart for more reasons than one. […] The post 3 Perfect Reasons You Need to Have a Middleton Place Wedding appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

 Alright, so today we’re talking our nerves… specifically about what to do if you’re nervous in front of the camera. When you get that you get creeping feeling in the pit of your stomach, (you know the one, it feels like butterflies or the body vibrations you get after drinking a few cups of […] The post What to do if You’re Nervous in Front of the Camera appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more

Let me tell you about the Harper Fowlkes House, one of the dreamiest wedding venues I’ve ever had the privilege to experience in Savannah, Georgia. I knew Lesley and Divyesh were going to be a perfect fit with me from the moment we first spoke. They’re both incredibly talented SCAD graduates (majoring in either design or […] The post The Harper Fowlkes House: A Morning Wedding appeared first on J.J. Au'Clair | Film Destination Wedding Photographer ..read more