Wedding and Portrait Photographer

A portrait + wedding  photographer for couples that are madly in love and joy filled families.
   

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Based in Wilmington, North Carolina.

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What better way to share a wedding sneak peek than on Courtney and Brandon’s one week wedding anniversary! Courtney and Brandon’s wedding day started off with rain which we all know that means GOOD LUCK. I headed to the cutest Airbnb in Burgaw, NC where Courtney and her girls were getting ready. I started photographing […]

3/16/2024

Courtney + Brandon | Burgaw, North Carolina

Couples, Weddings

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Let the 2024 Season Begin! Kicking off 2024 with the most adorable couple, Sarah and Zach! This was their first time getting professional pictures done and they were so excited! They made it so easy for me to capture all their laughter and love. Sara and Zach chose Fort Fisher for their engagement session not […]

2/23/2024

Sara + Zach’s February Engagement Session | Fort Fisher, North Carolina

Engagement

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Fall weddings have a unique charm, and Victoria and Kevin’s special day at Smith’s Pavilion in Rocky Mount, NC, was no exception. The crisp autumn air and a hint of wind added an extra layer of enchantment to their celebration. With their closest family and friends gathered to celebrate their union, you could see a […]

10/29/2023

Victoria + Kevin’s Wedding | Smith’s Pavilion | Rocky Mount, NC

Couples, Weddings

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The last weekend in September I got to be apart of photographing a women’s Christian conference in Wilmington, North Carolina. My sweet friend Emily Vermeer is the founder of the Fueled By Faith movement. She shared her story on how God called her to create Fueled By Faith to create a community of women to […]

10/16/2023

Stepping into Vulnerability | Fueled By Faith Conference | Wilmington, NC

Personal

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They say when it rains on your wedding day, it brings good luck to your marriage. If it’s a tropical storm on your wedding day, does that mean you get extra good luck? I’m going to go with a yes for that answer! Nina and Sean’s wedding wasn’t what they expected, but I loved how […]

9/27/2023

The Roniger Wedding | Old Homestead Farm, Rocky Point, North Carolina

Couples, Weddings

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In the whirlwind of emotions and excitement that come along a wedding day, it’s important to remember to take small moments and enjoy what you have worked so hard to create and bring to life. There are certain moments that will stand out to each bride, as a wedding photographer these are the moments that […]

8/14/2023

5 Moments You Want Photographed On Your Wedding Day

Weddings

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Katelyn, Peter and I braved the July heat together in downtown New Bern, NC. During their engagement session the NC humidity did not stop us from having a great time and for me to capture Katelyn and Peter’s love! We strolled through the charming streets of New Bern, North Carolina, we had countless beautiful backdrops, […]

7/28/2023

Downtown New Bern, NC Engagement Session | Katelyn + Peter

Katelyn and Peter's engagement session

Couples, Engagement

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Sunday, I headed out to Airlie Garden’s in Wilmington, NC to photograph the sweetest engagement/family session for Courtney, Brandon, and their charming daughter, Payton. We ventured into the beautiful landscapes of Airlie Gardens– It’s truly breathtaking out there! I loved chatting with Payton! Her vibrant spirit and love for nature lit up the session. She […]

6/23/2023

Airlie Gardens Engagement & Family Session | Courtney + Brandon

Engagement, Families

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Today, I had the absolute joy of photographing Brooke’s bachelorette party at Carolina Beach, and let me tell you, it was a celebration filled with love, laughter, and a touch of Mama Mia magic. As we strolled along the sandy shores, capturing moments of Brooke’s dearest friends, it was evident how much these incredible women […]

6/02/2023

A Mama Mia-Themed Bachelorette Beach Session | Carolina Beach, North Carolina

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