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Hi! I am so excited you are here and I can't wait to hear what you are planning.

 

 

The best photographs come from feeling comfortable enough to simply be yourself. Whether I am documenting your wedding day, your family, or a season you never want to forget, I want the experience to feel easy, personal, and true to you.


I care about the little things, the people you love, and the moments that might not seem important until you look back on them years later. My job is to notice those things and preserve them in a way that feels honest and familiar.


If that sounds like what you are looking for, I would love to hear more about you and what you are planning.


 

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Family of four holds hands in a sunny green field with mountain views in the background.

 

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Joyful couple hugging and laughing together against a rustic weathered stone wall.

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Bride and groom share a romantic moment inside a white barn wedding venue with chandelier lighting.
Young boy gently holds sleeping newborn baby sibling on a couch by a sunny window.

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FAQ

 

Can we schedule a consultation or phone call before booking?

Absolutely! I offer complimentary phone calls or Zoom calls for consultations to make sure we're the right fit!

Can I use the photos for social media and marketing materials?

Absolutely. I will send you a personal print release, or commercial print release, depending on the session type. You are free to use the images and print them where you'd like.

Also, in your store gallery, there is an online store to order prints and Heirloom albums!

*Print credits are applied to all Wedding & Portrait Collections

Do you charge by the hour or is there a flat rate for the entire event?

For Weddings, I charge $450 an hour, mininmum of two hours to book! Event coverage is available at $325 an hour.

Are the travel expenses included in your packages or covered additionally?

Travel within 60 miles of Salem, Virginia is included. Locations outside that area are charged a flat travel fee based on distance. Weddings requiring extended travel may also require one night of hotel accommodations. Any applicable travel costs will be included in your custom quote.

Do you have a referral program?

Yes! For every new client you refer who books and completes a session, you’ll receive a $25 credit toward a future portrait collection or mini session. Credits can be saved and combined up to $150.

Bride and groom share a romantic kiss on a barn venue balcony at night with reception below.
Female wedding photographer smiling in black halter top, standing near floral arrangements under a weeping willow tree.
Female photographer sitting on rocks by a river, focusing her DSLR camera during golden hour.

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some moments are better in black & white

You'll see a natural mix of color and black and white throughout your gallery, whatever feels most true to the moment. I will absolutely change any of your images to black & white within one week of delivery, included in any collection!

Black and white photo of parents holding hands watching two young children run across an open field with mountains behind.
Groom in black tuxedo smiles at altar during elegant wedding ceremony in ornate venue.
Black and white family photo of parents and toddler lovingly gazing at newborn baby together.
Black and white wedding ceremony photo with bride, groom, and wedding party standing at elegant venue altar.
Black and white portrait of a cute baby girl with curly hair wearing a floral dress, looking up with bright eyes.
Black and white family portrait on couch with dog in foreground, parents and child smiling by window.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple sitting together on a beach, with ocean waves in the background.
Black and white wedding ceremony photo of bride walking down the aisle with guests seated in elegant venue.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple gazing at each other outdoors, woman with blonde hair touching mans chest.
Black and white photo of groomsmen in tuxedos posing in an elegant ballroom with decorative columns.
Black and white photo of a couple kissing while holding their baby outdoors under flowering trees.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a romantic moment on a barn venue balcony at night.
Black and white photo of a mother and toddler laughing together in a wicker chair beside a potted tree.
Black and white photo of a child sleeping on a mans lap during a church service in wooden pews.
Black and white photo of parents kissing their baby on both cheeks outdoors.
Black and white photo of bride in white gown with bridesmaids in dark dresses at wedding venue.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a joyful embrace at their elegant wedding reception.
Black and white family portrait of parents with two young boys smiling on a beach with ocean waves behind them.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors at their wedding reception.
Woman smiling at elegantly set outdoor table beneath weeping willow tree, surrounded by floral arrangements, black and white photo.
Black and white family portrait with parents and three children playing with bubbles in a bright living room.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss under a draped white fabric arch outdoors.
Black and white photo of a father and two young children making silly screaming faces outdoors near mountains.
Black and white photo of a romantic couple touching foreheads and smiling, the woman gently holding the mans face.
Black and white romantic photo of newlywed couple kissing under flowing bridal veil at wedding.
Black and white portrait of a joyful young boy laughing outdoors, wearing a collared shirt.
Black and white photo of a mother and young son sharing a warm embrace in an open field with rolling hills.
Black and white family portrait of parents with three young children smiling and cuddling together on a couch.
Black and white photo of elegant church interior with chandeliers and floral altar decorations.
Black and white wedding photo of bride and groom touching foreheads tenderly, framed by flowing veil in elegant venue.
Black and white family portrait with parents holding two children and a Labrador dog standing in a sunlit hallway.
Black and white photo of an older child lying down holding a newborn baby on a soft blanket.
Black and white photo of a man on one knee proposing to a woman outdoors in a snowy winter landscape.