This is the day it all comes together.
let's make some magic.
Friends and family from different parts of your life gather, all in the same room, to dance with you, celebrate you, and raise a glass with you.
Think of your photos as a way to return to this experience and these memories.
When you look at a photo and see a smile… a kiss… or two people in a crowded room looking at each other like they’re the only ones in the world, the value isn’t just in the beauty of the photo.
It’s in the feeling of the moment coming back, no matter how much time has gone by. You know?
It goes by in a blur.
Friends and family from different parts of your life gather, all in the same room, to dance with you, celebrate you, and raise a glass with you.
-leo christopher
“There’s only one thing more precious than our time, and that’s who we spend it on.”
Your wedding is about being present with your emotions and the people you love. As your photographer, it’s my job to create space for that presence, and help you enjoy your day in the way you envisioned. Sometimes this looks like putting on my bossy voice and wrangling family members for formal photos, sometimes this looks like stepping back and giving you two a moment alone.
One thing I've learned over my 10+ years of shooting weddings?
Your wedding is not a photo shoot.
And it's better that way.
We won't do anything you don't want to do.
This is your wedding day, not mine.
So here's the deal:
Maybe you’d rather head to cocktail hour and mingle than pose for family photos. That’s fine by me!
We won't do something just because other people do it at their weddings.
We won't do anything you don't want to do.
This is your wedding day, not mine.
So here's the deal:
Because we've all been to those weddings where the couple disappears for 2 hours...
We won't take you away from your people for too long.
Turns out, your genuine feelings make for better photos and better memories (though that doesn't mean we won't play around and get some epic shots).
We won't force moments.
these are
Your
Moments
with the people you love.
They’re moments where laughter is happening and friends are imbibing and the joy in the room is so there you can practically reach out and touch it...
And you can trust that I’ll be there to notice & capture it all.
If there’s a thing you know you’re “supposed” to do, but it doesn’t serve the day you want? Nix it.
There are absolutely no rules to this.
I’ve found that to get the most natural photos, you two need to be as relaxed as possible. Flexibility is key; I aim to go with the flow, match your energies and look out for your needs. I shine in complex situations- hello extended family photos- and can nail the shots quickly in a tight timeline. I make the best of every situation by being a light, fun and calming presence.
I read the room.
I want your personalities to shine through- whether that means you’re going to be attempting "Dirty Dancing" lifts the whole time, cracking inside jokes or just plain making out. If you want a 10 minute portrait session and the rest of your day captured documentary style - that’s what we damn will do. If you want to get away from it all for 30 min for some epic cinematic sunset photos- I'm with you.
I give you the space to be yourselves.
I don’t rope myself into a set style but I have a taste, aesthetic and presence that I use to best tell the story of your day and showcase your love. I shoot in a variety of styles using different cameras, mediums (yes to anything analog!), and creative approaches tailored to each couple and the vibe of their wedding.
I let your vision, connection and personalities determine my approach.
3. I adapt.
2. I give you space.
1. I observe.
Here’s what I do to ensure that you're comfortable (and make sure your hands are in all the right places):
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(It’s a real concern, I get it.)
“What do I do with my hands?!”
Everyone feels awkward standing around in front of a camera.
So we won’t be doing that. Period.
Instead, I’ll give you space to have fun together, prompt you to move in ways that feel natural to you, and tell you how perfect & lovely you look every 30ish seconds (sorrynotsorry).
When you look at your photos,
you’ll see genuine love.
You'll see the joy of connecting with your guests. You'll see friends and family sharing dances and everyone in the room celebrating your kickass love.
If that’s the photography experience you want, I’m your girl.