based in wilmington, NC

putting connection at the heart of celebration

Wedding Photos With Emotion, Purpose, and Intention

When you first see your sneak peeks, you'll be excited to see how it all turned out.

When you receive your full gallery, you'll be excited to see the candids of everyone's faces on the dance floor.

When your kids flip through your album, they'll love seeing how young and stylish their grandparents looked.

When your grandkids look through your album, they want to see how you decorated and what everyone wore during that time period.

Your wedding gallery will be looked at through many different eyes with many different perspectives.

[ My job is to capture all of it. ]

the photos you'll care about will change over time.

I have a knack for anticipating what will be important to you and making the camera "disappear." 

As your photographer, I am a curator, archiving your memories. Not to what "should" be important to you, but what actually is.

I take note of what you share at your engagement session. I notice who you gravitate toward on your wedding day. I listen to the comments made when flipping through parents' wedding albums. I anticipate what you'll really care about when you're no longer wrapped up in logistics and just waiting for the day to be here.

get to know dakota

My approach to your wedding photos is no different.

Like most things in life, there is duality and a combination of things that create the best outcome.

I love capturing the blend of tradition and personalization.

There is a reverence in repeating the same traditions from past generations, all connecting us together. There is also importance in leaving your own mark and incorporating your individual styles. This is how we keep things exciting.

every type of photo has a purpose.

Traditional portraits are important for capturing everyone at their best. Candids allow us to capture emotion and interactions. Both are crucial for wedding photos.

there is skill in mastering consistency but there is art in...

being able to curate all different kinds of styles. As a photographer for over 10 years, I can confidently enter into any scenario and photograph it the way it should be.

I am inspired by galleries with a mix of approaches (digital, flash, film, soft light, direct sun, dance floor lights, etc.) but still consistent with my portfolio.

the true magic is made in the middle, unplanned moments...

But in order to get everything out of your wedding day that you hoped for, we have to follow a timeline and a family photo "must have" list.

We have to have patience and respect for both.

As a professional photographer and artist, I've learned what's truly needed to capture the kind of galleries my couples envision—authentic moments, carefully composed details and portraits, and the emotions and energy that make your wedding gallery feel complete.

When choosing your collection and add-ons, consider what will matter most to you today, next year, and to generations beyond.

My photography approach balances allowing space for real moments to unfold naturally while remaining efficient, so you can actually experience your celebration rather than spending it all in front of the camera. Together, we'll craft coverage that captures your day authentically and beautifully, reflecting what matters most to you.

Collections begin at $5200

wedding photography collections

I deeply respect that every couple has their own needs and priorities, and I'm committed to offering collections that honor both.

Hourly coverage available for elopements (4 hours or less)

Upgrades and Add-Ons

I offer multiple options to capture all of the events that are important to you, including an engagement session (my favorite way to get to know you!), bridal portraits, rehearsal dinner coverage, a second shooter, and additional hours on the wedding day.

Wedding Albums and Guest Books

While I love photos displayed on your walls, albums hold a special place in my heart. Like Christmas decorations, albums can be pulled out, admired and cherished, and then stored for the next time you're ready to feel the nostalgia. I offer custom-designed albums for both engagement photos (guest books!) and the wedding day, because you deserve tangible memories from the most special day of your life.

Included in all packages:

• 8 hours of coverage (this is the optimal time to capture all of the day's events!)
• Timeline Creation and Consultation
• Online, downloadable gallery of edited images for you to print and share

Travel for Engagements and Wedding Day

I am based in Wilmington, NC, but am available to travel to your location! Travel for weddings within 2 hours of Wilmington (Raleigh, Crystal Coast) is included. Travel for additional sessions and weddings beyond 2 hours of Wilmington is an additional fee.

Fill out the form below and let me know a little bit about your wedding visions and you two as a couple. If I'm available, we'll set up a call where we can talk through the process, which helps you figure out what questions to ask.

i can't wait to hear about your day.

Please note that I do require you to work with a professional planner or coordinator to ensure I can provide my services to the best of my ability.