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Indigo Events Branding Photos at Tanglewood Park

March 27, 2026

There are some people you meet and instantly feel at ease around.Tammy is one of those people.I had the opportunity to photograph Tammy Reid, owner of Indigo Events, at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC—and from the moment we started, it just felt easy. She has this calm, welcoming presence that you know would make any bride feel taken care of.And honestly… that’s exactly what branding photos should do.Not just “look good,” but feel like you. Why Branding ...

Young children standing together in colorful flower field during outdoor portrait session.

Mini vs Regular vs Full Session

March 26, 2026

Which One Should You Book?One of the most common questions I get is:“Which session do we need?”There isn’t a better option — just the one that fits your season of life.All three session types can be used for:FamiliesSeniorsKidsBusiness & brandingThe difference isn’t what we photograph.The difference is:time, number of images, variety, and movement between locations/outfits. Mini Sessions👉 https://www.mgioeliphotography.com/mini-sessionBest for quick ...

Youth football player holding football outdoors under tree during golden hour sports portrait session

The Part Everyone Wants to Skip Is the Part That Makes It Worth It

March 24, 2026

I was watching my kids recently — sports practices, band rehearsals, all of it.They want the game.They want the scoreboard.They want the moment where everyone cheers.But they don’t always want the drills.The repetition.The discipline.And honestly?Adults are the exact same way.We want the result… without the process. We Love Winning — But We Don’t Love PracticingWhether it’s sports, school, business, or life — most people want the outcome.We ...

Orange tabby cat smelling a floral arrangement on a table during a lifestyle branding session with a Winston-Salem florist

The Flower Story Florist Branding Session Winston NC

March 20, 2026

There’s this idea we all carry around—especially as business owners—that things need to feel finished before we show them.The studio needs to be done.The space needs to be styled.Everything needs to feel “ready.”But the truth is… most of us are building something while we’re in it.And that’s exactly why I loved photographing Bridgett Clancy, owner of The Flower Story in Winston-Salem, NC.Building Something Beautiful Right Where You AreBridgett is ...