Every detail of my process is designed with you in mind.
From the first hello to the Final Gallery. Here’s a look at my process and how I will
 take care of you.

The

Experience

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THIS IS IT!! THE BEST DAY EVER!!!
I will witness and document every single moment so you can enjoy every. single. moment. 

wedding
day

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online wedding
gallery + USB

Grab some wine and get cozy because here's the final unveiling. Hop online to view your slideshow and gallery, and I'll send your USB  in the mail.

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sneak
peeks

I know you’re quite literally dying to see your photos so I'll send you 35+ teasers within a week after your wedding.

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We hang out and celebrate how far you two have come! It's for us to hang out and get to know each other a bit too but the main focus is you two! I encourage going places that a special to you or including your pets!


engagement
session

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complete
timeline

A month before the wedding, I send a questionnaire and a set up a phone call with you. Together we go over details and make a personalized timeline for your wedding day. This ensures that I'm able to capture all of the important moments, from getting ready to the last dance, without missing a beat. 

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online engagement
gallery

How you receive your engagement photos is how you'll get your wedding photos. Your gallery will have 60+ images and will be delivered within 2-3 weeks!

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We'll start with a consultation to discuss your vision and preferences for your wedding day. This is where we get to know each other and establish a connection so that you feel comfortable sharing your special day with me.

initial
inquiry

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Get to
Know You

This really starts at your initial inquiry!  After we book your date I send a questionnaire. I'll ask some questions about you two,  what music you like and how we can make the engagement session feel like a fun date night.

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Secure
Your Date

Yay! Our visions align. I ask for a signed contract and a 40% retainer fee to secure the date.

I know having your photo taken can bring out a lot of nerves. I know because I feel it every time I have my photo taken. I think that's why I'm so good at making clients feel comfortable. I talk to you how I want to be talked to when I'm getting my photo taken. Each session is a collaboration between my vision and your emotions. I want to freeze this season of life for you to cherish forever.

I will provide guidance on poses and positioning, while also  capturing candid moments as they unfold. I specialize in editorial, documentary-style, film-inspired photography. My goal is to make your wedding day stress-free and enjoyable for you and your partner, allowing you to relax and have fun.

My passion is capturing genuine emotions, whether it's the tears in your eyes when you see the one you love, getting that genuine smile when your partner says a funny joke, the hug you give to your mom as you step into your dress, the photos of your grandparents dancing as they celebrate 50 years of marriage. These moments are precious and will become treasured memories for generations to come. That's why it's important to be comfortable with your photographer to bring out these emotions authentically. I strive to make the process easy and memorable for you both.

I want working with me to feel: comfortable, effortless and joyful.

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frequently asked questions

I don't edit anything that could change in a week. I think you're beautiful the way you are so I will not do extreme editing to make you look like a different version of yourself. If you have a pimple, tan line or something that would change within the week, I'm more than happy to fix that up.

Yes. 250 driving miles roundtrip is included in each package, additional driving mileage is $.50 per mile. I will ask for a hotel stay if my drive is over 2.5 hours and I'm doing an 8 hour day.

For engagement photos it takes 2-3 weeks. For weddings I send a preview within the first week. The full gallery is sent 6-8 weeks out. If you booked with me in September - October it could become 8-10 weeks as it is the busiest time of year for weddings. I will always keep you up to date where you are in my editing que.

This varies based on the number of hours of coverage, and the type of photoshoot that you’ve booked. I tend to be an overshooting and I'm proud of that, I want to capture it all and I want to give you them all too. A typical hour session can have 100+ photos delivered. An 8 hour wedding can have 500+ photos. It depends on the day and each couple but I will never withhold photos just because I feel like I've already sent to many.

I shoot the majority of weddings on my own. I recommend a second if you have more than 200 guests, if you're wanting to do a first look, or if you have a big bridal party. Too add a second photographer for 8 hours it's $550.

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