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Traveling the world, photographing couples in love & wrangling two little ones!

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Florrie and Kate’s engagement session was a fun adventure with many meaningful engagement locations. There are so many engagement locations in North Carolina that can cater to the personalities of every couple. I enjoy seeing how each location represents their unique love story and capturing their photos with that in mind. For Florrie and Kate, […]

When planning a wedding in Washington, DC, you’ll be spoiled with choices for gorgeous venues. It is an area known for its iconic and breathtaking landmarks, so you can easily find the perfect backdrop for your big day. However, when looking for the ultimate luxury and elegance, I have the most jaw-dropping place to take […]

When looking for a perfectly scenic location for your marriage celebration, you cannot go wrong with an ocean-view resort! Luckily, Charleston effortlessly offers the best one. The Kiawah Island wedding venue is a magical place for breathtaking bridal celebrations with elegant and dreamy features. Moreover, it is the ideal spot for intimate events away from […]

Kelly & Chris The Cotton Room | Durham, North Carolina December 9, 2022 Kelly and Chris tied the knot at The Cotton Room in Durham, North Carolina. They met while working at the same company and grew a friendship, leading to Kelly visiting Chris, who lived in Texas. While there, Chris asked Kelly out on their first […]

Emily & John The Cotton Room & Duke Gardens | Durham, North Carolina November 5, 2022 Emily and John celebrated their big day at The Cotton Room with photos taken at the beautiful Duke Gardens. The two first met Summer of 2013. John was Emily’s waiter at an on-campus restaurant at Duke. While talking they […]

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