Are you a detail-oriented bride planning a wedding in Georgia?
Our forte lies in delivering extraordinary wedding photography that encapsulates the moments that hold the most significance for you. With our proficiency and meticulousness, we guarantee to create exquisite images that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. You can rely on us to preserve the thrill, jubilation, and love of your big day and establish memories that will remain etched in your hearts forever. As your wedding photographer, we strive to comprehend your aspirations because we value getting to know you better.
Why you should hire me?
As an expert, my focus is on crafting exquisite heirlooms that will be cherished by generations to come. Your wedding photos hold immeasurable value as they become a timeless heirloom passed down to your future generations. They will be treasured for centuries, weaving together a story that your children and grandchildren will cherish. My grandparents had only one photo from their wedding day, which is my most prized possession. I understand the importance of capturing those unforgettable moments, and it is my sincere privilege to document the beginning of your journey together. Your wedding day story deserves to be told in a genuine, heartfelt way, and I am committed to creating a stunning gallery that will stand the test of time. As a lover of all kinds of love, I am passionate about capturing the essence of your special day. Allow me to create a breathtaking wedding collection that will endure for eternity, permanently recording your affection.
Are you ready to start documenting your Love Story?
After completing your photos, we will send you a link to download and share them with your loved ones. If you need more time, upgrading your package is always an option. We are located in Middle Georgia and require a non-refundable retainer fee of 50%. This fee will be applied towards the total cost of our services on your special day. Our team will reserve the entire day for your wedding, and we will send you a questionnaire, tips, and tricks to help make your unique seamless, relaxing, and fun. We will also create a custom photography timeline. Our bookings are confirmed on a first-signed and paid basis, with priority given to those who book early. We are busiest between October and December and from March through June. Weekends tend to fill up quickly, but we are more flexible with scheduling during weekdays and available for phone and email consultations.
Classic - 4 Hours
- Complimentary Engagement Session
- 1 Photographer + lighting assistant
- Sneak peek gallery delivered within 2 weeks
- All Hi-Res Images are Professionally Edited & Delivered for Download within 4-8 weeks (depends on the month)
- -Downloadable Online Gallery Available Up To 3 Months
- All Of The Hi-Res Digital Edits
- Client Printing Rights
- Travel is included
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- x
Exclusive - 6 Hours
- Complimentary Engagement Session
- 1 Photographer + lighting assistant
- Sneak peek gallery delivered within 2 weeks
- All Hi-Res Images are Professionally Edited & Delivered for Download within 4-8 weeks (depends on the month)
- -Downloadable Online Gallery Available Up To 3 Months
- All Of The Hi-Res Digital Edits
- Client Printing Rights
- Cream Linen Box + Crystal USB
- Travel is included
- x
Storytelling - 8 Hours
- Complimentary Engagement Session
- 2 Photographers + lighting assistant
- Sneak peek gallery delivered within 2 weeks
- All Hi-Res Images are Professionally Edited & Delivered for Download within 4-8 weeks (depends on the month)
- -Downloadable Online Gallery Available Up To 3 Months
- All Of The Hi-Res Digital Edits
- Client Printing Rights
- Cream Linen Box + Crystal USB
- 8×10 Canvas
- Travel is included
A Lifetime - 10 Hours
- Complimentary Timeline Meeting
- 2 Photographers + lighting assistant
- Sneak peek gallery delivered within 2 weeks
- All Hi-Res Images are Professionally Edited & Delivered for Download within 4-8 weeks (depends on the month)
- Downloadable Online Gallery Available Up To 3 Months
- All Of The Hi-Res Digital Edits
- Client Printing Rights
- Cream Linen Box + Crystal USB
- 11×11 Heirloom Album
- Travel is included
Picking A Wedding Photographer
I understand that choosing a wedding photographer can be overwhelming. I can relate to your situation since I’ve been in your shoes before. My goal is to provide you with a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect from my wedding photography services from start to finish.
I take a personal interest in ensuring my clients’ wedding day is fun, relaxing, and stress-free. I’m committed to assisting my brides throughout the entire wedding process, ensuring that they receive the best care possible. To achieve this, I only accept a limited number of weddings each year.
While it’s important to find a wedding photographer whose photo style aligns with your preferences, it’s equally, if not more, crucial to find someone with whom you feel a connection and at ease. After all, your photographer will capture the most significant moments of your wedding, and they’ll be around you more than anyone else on your special day. Thus, it’s crucial to find a wedding photographer you enjoy working with and trust.
THE BOOKING PROCESS
1. Booking and Planning
If you’re interested in my services, please visit my contact page to fill out the contact form. Please provide your wedding date and venue location. I will then send you a brief questionnaire to get to know you better. Following that, I will send you my bridal pricing guide, along with a phone call to discuss your options.
Once everything is confirmed, we can start planning your engagement shoot and all the fun details!
2. Complimentary Engagement Session
Let the fun and excitement begin! Along with our collaboration, you will receive a unique Engagement Shoot Prep Guide packed with useful tips and tricks to ease your anxiety and ensure a fantastic engagement session!
Once we’ve selected the ideal spot, we’ll spend an hour together capturing your engagement photos. This is an opportunity for us to bond and for you both to enjoy your time in front of the camera without any pressure.
3. Final Timeline Chat
As your wedding day draws near, rest assured that I am here to assist you with planning your wedding day timeline. My goal is to ensure that the lighting is perfect and that you have ample time to capture beautiful pictures with your loved ones.
As we approach the big day, we will schedule a phone call to finalize the timelines and address any last-minute concerns. This will allow you to wake up on your wedding day feeling relaxed and stress-free, with the sole focus on marrying your best friend!
4. Your Wedding Day
Today is the day you’ve been waiting for!
My objective on your wedding day is to provide you and your loved ones with exceptional service. I aim to make it an enjoyable, effortless, and worry-free experience! I’ll be present to document every moment, from start to finish, so you can relive these cherished memories for years to come.
5. Wedding Gallery Delivery
You should receive your complete gallery of hundreds of photos within four to six weeks after your wedding day. The online gallery is beautifully designed and allows you to download and share all the high-resolution digital files. The files are safely backed up for at least two years online.
6. Album Design
When you choose a wedding package that comes with a personalized leather album, we will begin designing the album once you receive your digital gallery. Together, we will work on creating sophisticated layouts, choosing cover options, and confirming all the important details. You will have two chances to review the album before it is printed and sent directly to your home.
SAMPLE TIMELINE
Below is a short sample timeline for you to use while planning. This timeline includes a first look because it is the more common option and allows for the most time for each event. This is a timeline set up for 8-10 hours of coverage. Use this as a guide when needed. I will contact you before the big day to obtain the necessary details for your timeline.
12:00-1:00 PM - Detail Shots
1:10-2:00 PM - Getting Ready
2:45-3:00 PM - First Look
3:00-3:30 PM - Portraits
3:40-4:10 PM - Wedding Party Photos
4:30-5:30 PM - Bride in Hiding
5:00-5:45 PM - Reception Details
6:00-6:30 PM - Ceremony
6:40-7:00 PM - Family Portraits
7:10-7:30 PM - A few “Just Married” Portraits!
7:30 PM - Reception Begins
10:00 PM - The Exit
FIRST LOOKS
Having one is optional, but there are advantages to it.
There are numerous reasons why first looks have become a popular trend, and the benefits they offer are simply incredible. Essentially, a first look involves the bride and groom taking some private time to see each other before the actual wedding ceremony. This time is usually shared exclusively between the couple and their photographers and videographers. While I personally love this idea when it comes to wedding days, I always encourage couples to make their own decision. Ultimately, it is their special day, and their preferences matter the most. Therefore, it is important to carefully consider whether a first look is right for you and why it comes highly recommended.
Your only alone time
Throughout the chaos of a wedding day, it will very likely be your ONLY alone time. It allows you to have a chance to talk and enjoy hanging out with each other. Groom, you get to tell your bride how beautiful she looks as soon as you see her! You get to extend your day together by 2-3 hours.
Logistically, it’s a dream!
You can finish the majority of your wedding photos before the ceremony begins. We will jump right into bride and groom + bridal party photos after the first look. This means no long cocktail hours with guests waiting on us to finish taking pictures.
Fresh hair and makeup
My brides love this because your hair and makeup are fresh for all your portraits. You don’t have to worry about touching up before photos because you just had your hair and makeup done! Your bridesmaids will love you for this as well.
It diminishes nerves
So many couples say their nerves went away after they saw each other! It helps you to feel more relaxed and makes the ceremony more enjoyable. You’ll probably remember your ceremony better because you weren’t so nervous. The whole thing would probably be a blur otherwise.
More portraits in your final gallery
With a first look, you can enjoy taking your wedding portraits and not feel rushed. Plus, you’ll receive MORE variety in your images because of the extra time! It makes taking photos much more enjoyable because you aren’t trying to squeeze them all in.
You can enjoy cocktail hour
Once we do family formalities directly after the ceremony, you can enjoy a cocktail hour or start the reception! If your bridal parties aren’t family members, they want all cocktail hour.
Father/Daughter first look
If you and your dad are incredibly close, a father-daughter first look is one of the SWEETEST things you can do with your dad. It allows him to see you and your whole face before everything gets crazy and a particular time for you to connect. These quickly become one of my FAVORITE parts from past weddings because they are so emotional and sweet! You’ll be surprised at how passionate your dad gets when he sees you for the first time. If you want this in your timeline, let me know so we can add 10 minutes to make this happen! I did this at my wedding, which is some of my favorite images.
Bridesmaids first look
A first look with bridesmaids has become one of the most fun things on wedding days! Especially if most of your girls haven’t seen your dress yet, it’s the perfect way to show it to them and capture their priceless reactions simultaneously. The only challenge is ensuring everyone is dressed and put together by the time you have your dress on, so good communication with your girlfriends is a must if you want to add this to your timeline! It typically only takes about 5-10 minutes during the getting ready portion of the day.
Unplugged ceremony
Unplugged ceremonies can greatly benefit photographers. By requesting that guests avoid using their devices during the ceremony, the resulting photos are of higher quality. I had an unplugged ceremony at my wedding, which proved to be an excellent decision. Guests were respectful and could fully immerse themselves in the moment without distractions.
To make this happen at your ceremony, As a suggestion, it would be helpful to have a sign at the venue’s entrance requesting guests to keep their devices away. Additionally, you can add a brief message in your ceremony program reminding guests not to use their phones during the ceremony. Having your officiant make a quick announcement before the ceremony starts to reinforce the message might also be helpful. This will make your photographer’s job easier and allow your guests to be fully present and enjoy the moment of your union without any distractions. It’s a great way to encourage your guests to disconnect for a little while and appreciate this special moment with you.
Wedding Family Portraits:
A Family Photo Shot List for Your Wedding Day
To all the lovely brides out there, I wanted to share some thoughts about family photos on your wedding day. As you may know, this can be a tricky part of the day for everyone involved. Emotions can run high between time constraints, busy parents, and tired little ones. However, a simple solution to this challenge is creating a family photo shot list. Doing so can relieve tensions and create beautiful, lasting memories. So don’t worry, trust your photographer and enjoy your special day. Congratulations on your wedding!
Should I hire a wedding planner?
Working with wedding planners is essential for a perfect wedding day. They’ll make the arrangements and match you with vendors that fit your budget and style. You can also choose full-service planning or day-of styling services to bring your vision to life. Hiring a wedding coordinator can relieve stress and make your big day smoother. It’s an investment worth making for a stress-free and enjoyable wedding day.
