Photography: Liz Banfield

Among an elite group of photographers that wedding photo editors call when they are looking for imagery, Liz Banfield specializes in creating the fresh, uncluttered style favored by her clients. Her work is regularly published in all the major wedding titles including Martha Stewart weddings, Town & Country Weddings, Elegant Bride, and BRIDE'S. Liz Banfield also juggles a full schedule commercial and editorial assignments for clients such as Target and Parenting. She has also shot several books, including Southern Weddings (Gibbs-Smith) and Itty-Bitty Hats (Artisan).

I was lucky enough to have Liz photograph my wedding (I smile every time I think about it!). I can say from personal experience that not only is her work stunning but she is so fun to be around and just an overall amazing person! We asked her what were some of the most creative ideas she's seen in the weddings she's shot. Here are her top four:


Wheat bouquet - "I love the out of box thinking of this bouquet choice and it looked very elegant. The bride got married in New York City but wheat was a nod to her Kansas roots."


Unusual ceremony seating -- "This was the brainchild of celebrated wedding planner Tara Guerard of Soiree (www.soireecharleston.com). The site was utterly simple and so elegant."


Different but coordinating bridesmaids dresses -- "If you want to have a big bridal party why not select different designs that still work as a group? The effect was stylishly grown up."


Vintage stamps that coordinate with your wedding theme -- "They don't cost all that much more (this bride got them off eBay) and they make a powerful first impression to your guests."

These examples show again that uniqueness is in the details, not the cost...