NC wedding photographer
My Approach
Because of my ever-loving enthusiasm for analog film photography, I included the emulation of impressive and truly timeless stocks like Fuji 400H, Portra 800 Ektar 100, and Kodak Gold 200 film in most of my digital photography work. The nostalgic in me wanted to create with FILM Stocks, and my heart resonates with the hybrid nature in both mediums, digital and analog.​
My process complemented the use of the above stocks with my FILM Cameras, offering the most organic/non-emulated, pure nostalgia-driven captures along with digital images when it is added to your investment - Analog Film offers a wonderful experience- bringing that old good feel of the times in which digital was nonexistent and Film was king!​
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Part of my process is my personal care which is an essential approach, and I am always seeking that true and honest connection with all my couples.​ ​ I yearn for photography that shows the authentic, organic, and colorful world with a very deep/true-to-life feel.
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my couples deserve all the real moments with transparent energy & photographs that truly flatter !
My thinking is ever critical when I am creating THE SHOTS - whether these be candid or slightly purposely posed... I make sure that every check box is covered with my light, composition dynamics, and how it is making you look. What may flatter someone, may not be the same for others. Everyone is unique and they truly bring that one thing no other has - themselves! I work with ALL that which reveals YOU in your best angle, light, and feel!
My most important job the day of is to be proficient at creating intentional compositions by staying aware that once the night is over, my work will continue to unveil... The real process for the outcomes begins!
"I intend to provide the very personal attention
my clients deserve all of the very important details to be captured appreciating the true nature of a day,
and all its sentiments."
By taking pride in the very personal wedding approach that is delivered in the photographic workflow for the day ranges from practical-professional to purely-essential-minimalist to editorially-lavished in details of the day!
Candid or Posed?
I believe there’s a perfect time and place for both on a wedding day.​ Make sure your photographs will reflect all the true moments and emotions, all images will embody the day's dynamics in a way that feels authentic to you.
All images will show the "real" in the day along with elegant, ethereal, quintessential, as well as radiantly luxurious quality that you expect from a seasoned professional.
Truthfully, wedding photography should be something more than just images.
Being invested and understanding that photography for the day must tell the story for generations to come, entails in all purpose turning your moments into images that will help you remember.​
I am a stickler for a good plan the day of, this will make for all successful outcomes. I will scout the best locations, before your first looks and your day's portraits with family...
One thing clear in my process is that I will abstain from random poses off a Pinterest board - Although some inspiration may help us to envision some dynamics, I am here to create YOUR unique moments.
What will truly suit the real YOU?
That said, I will most likely refrain from taking a shot that does not feel authentic or takes away from the essence in spirit of your day. ​Regarding some of the proposed posing in your Golden Hour/Creative Portraits [portion] or formals, I will aim to keep it real and natural, so you will feel comfortable and far away from fake still holding classic and fun!
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Seeking that flattering light in a given setting in front of my lens is our happy place! I will make use of both natural and man-made light when appropriately needed. There will be intention in every shot and move! Even if tweaking that certain way of your stand while creating the most delightful look that unveils YOU [it can involve a slight bending of the knee or arm while keeping you in the feeling at that time.]
All The Meaningful in Your Day...
There are an infinite amount of details a couple must consider before their big day such as guest count, venue, the dynamics in ceremony, the reception, the details such as flowers, the wine and beverage choices, the invitations, the wedding attire for groom and dress for bride [and the bridal parties] and the other dresses, and most important of decisions to make is your vendors, amongst them your wedding photographer.
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Oh! and your photographer, this is the one person you will closely work with. You will learn more about them, and they will learn about you and your fiancé and family dynamics... You must make sure they are the right fit!
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When you are planning this special day, you run into an opportunity and get to explore your taste in photographs a bit further - During this time. is great to do some research, indulge and understand how you will value what your vendors offer.
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Your photographer will lead you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, continuing to be you, tell your story on your wedding day.