The Wedding Experience

I personally prefer to spend time with both the bride and the groom as they get ready, when time allows of course. I enjoy getting to ease into the day alongside you and documenting the quiet preparations with those you love most. I find that these are some of the images that really set the tone for the gallery and immerse you in the moment again.

If you decide that a first look or first touch feels right for you, this is where that will happen. I love to make sure that this is a special time for you both to connect and really embrace each other's presence. It's not just some big production and photo opportunity - it's likely the first time you'll see your forever person on your wedding day. I usually stay close to get the initial reaction and then step back to allow you to really soak in the moment together.

If you choose to have a first look, we are allowed the opportunity to tackle most portraits before the ceremony on a more relaxed timeline – otherwise we'll wait until after the ceremony to do these photos. I typically spend 45 minutes on wedding party photos.

I aim to grab one amazing group shot, one group shot from each side of the party, and individuals with each of the bridal party members. These ones are quick and are similar to the family portraits we will do later.

With any additional time we have, I love to do a few poses, have some fun, and try more creative shots.

These are classic and timeless and are one of the only parts of the day that will be more hands-on and directed. 

I also like to spend about 45 minutes on bride & groom photos, when time allows. This is another moment for you to step away from the chaos of the day and spend some time soaking up each other's presence.

One or two will be camera-aware portraits, and the rest will be candid and intimate and sweet. It's a lot like our engagement sessions together - a really big reason that I encourage my couples to book me for their engagements is so that they can be comfortable shooting together on the day of!

My absolute priority is that you enjoy this part of the day. It's relaxed, casual, and a moment to breathe.

I try to join the ceremony space as guests are arriving to capture the beautiful space in use. For the entire ceremony, I'm completely hands-off. I do not direct a thing.

While I'm quite skilled in quietly moving around, you can expect me to be just about everywhere throughout the ceremony to get all the best angles and capture your loved ones reactions to this happy moment.

I strongly believe that the smaller details of your wedding day play a big part in the story of your day. I also believe that they should be captured in the proper context that they occur. Instead of planning for multiple hours worth of formal portraits and stylized details, I prefer to capture the scene, elements, and people right next to you as the day unfolds. Seeing these things in the context in which they belong - your invitations in the hand of a loved one, your dress hanging to be steamed by dad, shoes thrown off to the side of the dance floor - tells a more honest, raw, and real story.

I love to sit with guests at dinner, when possible. It's just another way that I feel I get to know the people in your lives and get another perspective on your story. I eat when you eat so that I can be ready for speeches, dances, and any other celebrations you have planned! For those, I jump around grabbing photos of your loved one's reactions and sometimes tears.

Engagements are a great add-on to consider. They not only help me know you better when I show up to capture your wedding day, but they ensure that you are comfortable in front of the camera and familiar with my style of documentation.

Additional add-ons that may be available include weekend coverage, travel within the US, and additional add on sessions such as boudoir, honeymoons, and more!