based in wilmington, NC

Your memories, archived with

and

purpose

intention

Wedding, Graduating Seniors, Family, and Brand Photographer

Hold on to the memories,

They will hold on to you.

more About Dakota

There's so much joy and purpose that comes from being the person who makes sure moments and memories don't get lost in the hustle of life. Time can move so quickly, and flipping through scrapbooks and photo albums reminds me how much has actually happened and how special it all is.

Intentionally curated archives of memories keep me grounded and grateful, and that appreciation is what I bring to capturing your life's events.

I live for the moment when someone says, "OMG, how did you get that? I totally forgot that happened!"

Meet Your Personal Archiver,

dakota

a few kind words

“Dakota is one of those people who makes you feel completely at ease. She takes time to connect. Gives gentle direction.

We had such a great time with her at the engagement shoot that our smiles in the photos are authentic and natural.

As two people who don’t care to be in front of the camera and aren’t photogenic, that’s big! She’s genuinely excited to be there, and it makes the process so much better.

Hands down, best wedding photographer. Almost every guest told us how awesome our photographer was, unheard of! That’s how above and beyond how good they were. Cannot recommend her enough if you're getting married in the Wilmington area. Absolute rockstars and worth every penny!


- kim

"Dakota is simply wonderful to work with! She brings great energy, a warm smile, and a talent that truly amazes us every time. We've done multiple shoots with her—studio sessions, outdoor sessions, and even sessions in our own home—and every single one has been incredible.

The photos are frame-worthy keepsakes that we'll cherish for years to come. She is professional, personable, and genuinely passionate about her work. Highly recommend!"

- hayley

"She’s truly an artist at what she does. My husband and I are definitely not models, but somehow she made us feel like the most special people in the world.

She captured every emotion and moment so perfectly, and we were blown away by how beautifully everything turned out.

Dakota’s talent, personality, and passion shine through in every photo. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer."

- sarah

“Working with Dakota was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She was organized and communicative right from the start—answering all of our questions patiently and offering great suggestions on timing, locations, and outfits. During the session, she made our daughters feel comfortable and relaxed. They had many laughs and so much fun during the photo session! 

The photos exceeded expectations! They are stunning—the lighting is gorgeous, and every image captures our daughters perfectly! 

- nicole

Photos that feel present,

not performed

There is a delicate balance of experiencing the moment while knowing it is fleeting.

It's expected to have nerves, I'll create a space where we can push past the performance to get to your true personalities—quiet and calm or full main character!

Photos that are curated,

not contrived

There's a reason that one film photo from your grandparents feels so special. It's precious. One-of-a-kind. Intentional. We are so overwhelmed with clutter...mentally and physically.

You don't really need every single moment captured.

You just need THE moment.

learn more about photography for:

high school & college seniors

weddings, engagement photos, and bridals

maternity, newborns, and families

brands & content creation for businesses