magnolia west

THE JOURNAL

I'm a hopeless romantic who finds great joy in creating and capturing connection and beauty wherever I go.

Category Menu

Weddings

VENUES

Engagements

lifestyle

for photographers

for brides

WELCOME TO THE BLOG!

I'm Ariel, a wedding photographer with over 20 years in the wedding and event industry. Welcome to my blog where you'll find bite sized nuggets of wedding advice on how to make your dream wedding a reality. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. I'm here to here to be your guide through the wedding planning process.

A little about me: I was born and raised in Savannah, GA but now live in the greater LA area with my husband two boys. I'm inspired by all things French fashion and old world everything—books, architecture, music... The sounds of Johnny Mercer, Tony Bennett and Ella Fitzgerald fill my home. Oh, and I love a good romance.

You too? I'm always up for coffee or cocktails... Message me. I'd love to connect!

message me

I'm so glad you're here!

Hello gorgeous

welome to my blog

Hi there! I'm Ariel, a Los Angeles wedding photographer. Welcome to my blog where you'll find bite sized nuggets of wedding advice on how to make your dream wedding a reality.

Learn more

how much does wedding photography cost?

are engagement photos important?

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: 7 EXPERT TIPS

ENTER A FEATURED BLOG POST HERE

enter a featured blog post here

Destination Wedding Weekend: An Itinerary Guide for Couples in the Early Stage

Planning a destination wedding weekend? Here’s how to design a multi-day wedding weekend itinerary for 100 guests with ease and elegance.

a couple running across the grass at the westin savannah resort during golden hour a their wedding. captured by savannah wedding photographer magnolia west photography

Weddings

A Modern Savannah Wedding Filled with Southern Charm

Modern love meets Southern charm in this destination wedding at The Westin Savannah Harbor Resort.

The Wally Bag--best garment bag for your wedding dress and your groom's tux

For Brides

How to Fly with Your Wedding Dress

Traveling to your destination wedding should feel calm — not like a last-minute crisis about stains or crushed tulle. Below is a practical, airline-aware, step-by-step guide (with real airline examples and tested garment-bag picks) so your gown arrives hangable, wearable, and as close to perfect as possible.