NC wedding photographer
Hi! I am allie...
FOOD I LOVE THE MOST
Ceviche, Causa Limeña + Broccolini
FAVORITE PLACES
The US Country Side, France...
The List Keeps Expanding
NECESSARY DRINK
Water, Coffee + Tea
favorite Podcast
Lastly... When not working all the wonderful weddings, you can find me traveling, as I enjoy spending time between the amazing coastal towns of Eastern NC and the beautiful countryside.
I am so entwined with my photographic work, that I engage in personal projects that involve natural collages like photographs and are often for sale.
In my very selective off time, I can be found traveling [most often back home in Miami or my family's place in Marseille, FR] - I love spending time with my parents, or perhaps reading, listening to a podcast, or even trying new foods at local places.
Every morning starts with true intentions for productivity and inspiration followed by a cup of coffee.
In the evenings, I enjoy going for a walk my husband, Philip or simply tossing a ball with our 3 fur babies: Ananda, Athena & Baby Bijou
I am an artist and a documentarian before anything else, and I rapidly fall in love with captures that feel fun while still reflecting elegance, while speaking of the moment!
My images are ethereal but classic... They contain all the feelings of a radiant distinct personality that reveals a sense of style.
I steer clear from any trendy aesthetics genre of wedding photography to offer my couples all that is seen in my work is what I will deliver. Your day is something I take very seriously. And, while the day is a good time for all... My focus is always on point!
The approach to a wedding day involves a plan at hand and is indeed practical. I am known to come into rooms and be the person to clean up 'your getting ready' suite and get the areas set up... I will seek the best angle even if that means repositioning a random vase or furniture.
When I need to bring the photographic vision for you to life, I have no doubts if I need to configure it, I will swiftly move you into the best light while you are getting dressed or having a moment with loved ones among other things.
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 as well as 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. When it comes to 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!
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.]
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!
