I know personally how important photos are. Having lost my father five years ago, preparing for the funeral brought me to a sad realization; I have no recent photos of me with my dad. As a photographer, this hit home and it hit HARD. I took that grief and applied it towards my business. I reevaluated what is truly important in this life and from that day forward, I have been working tirelessly for my couples collecting as many genuine and authentic moments as I possibly could. Because of this, with me, you will never have to feel the sad realization that I felt when looking back in time. I got you. I understand.
I understand that capturing your memories is not about a shot list, what makes my portfolio look good or a pay check. I understand that this job is a big freaking deal! Because I know the photos I take today will someday be the only thing you have left to remember yourselves, your loved ones and a time when you were young, in love and life was good. Therefore, I promise to cherish and treat all of your memories as if they are my own.
Below are the core values of my business. If you resonate with these values, then let's chat.
I want to photograph your story for the right reasons, for the things that matter. From the second we meet, I am here to be fully present, to listen and really hear you when you explain what is important to you and your partner. No matter where you come from, the color of your skin, the gender of the one you love or the body type you have, I am here to provide a safe space for you to open up and genuine conversation that is free of judgment or discrimination. I am here to learn and tell your story exactly the way it is.
I strive to capture you as you are right now. I want to give you photos with heart and feeling. I do not just show up to your wedding, document and leave. Because how meaningful are all those photos really if not created in a way that later makes you feel something? My goal is for you to be able to look back at your photos and remember exactly how you felt in that moment. I want your photos to make your heart hurt so good! Because that's what love is really all about.
I prefer to take photographs that are outside the normal realm of “Okay, now look here and smile.” On your wedding day or during your session, if a moment is unfolding, I will not pause to adjust your arm, turn your body slightly to the left or stop to fluff your dress. This interrupts a moments authenticity. I want you to be fully present and soaking in every single moment of your day, big or small. Let your moments unfold naturally and I will take care of the rest.
Every couples has a unique love so hiring a photographer that understands yours is so important. In order for me to get to know who you are and how you love, I need to be someone you feel comfortable opening up to. This is how we establish trust and connection. When I feel valued, trusted and part of your family, I can create photos that look as though a close friend or family member took them and when you feel a connection with me, it wont be uncomfortable having me around for any personal/private moments that unfold on your wedding day.
I am genuinely interested in booking couples that connect strongly with my work and who support my artistic vision. You aren’t just another thing on my to-do list, so please don’t make me just another thing on yours. No matter what your wedding day looks like, I will be there in full support to focus on the things that matter most. But, I can’t do it without you! Shared value in my creative process is the only way I can create fresh, exciting and meaningful images that are unique to you.
While wedding flowers, dress colors and the perfect playlist are important, photos are the only thing that carry on after your day is over. My best advice to you is to invest where it matters. I have chatted with so many friends and family members who went the cheap route when hiring a photographer, and while there is nothing wrong with that, most all regretted it. If you are shopping around looking for the cheapest deal, I am not it. I give my heart and soul to every single one of my couples. Therefore, I am drawn to couples who understand the value of real and honest memories.
My love languages are physical touch and quality time. I dance a lot in my kitchen whether it be alone, in front of people or for no reason at all. I value honesty and communication above all else, therefore, I have a soft spot for people who speak their mind.
This is the part where you tell me all the good stuff about the two of you and I reply back with way too many exclamation points!