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Old Salem Engagement Session in Winston Salem

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Summery Old Salem Engagement in Winston Salem

Kayla and Kaan had their engagement session in the historic Old Salem district of Winston Salem. This summer session was filled with fun, movement, and classic poses.

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Forsyth Country Club Wedding

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Forsyth Country Club Wedding

Mary Taylor and Rick got married on a brisk November day at the beautiful Centenary United Methodist Church and Forsyth Country Club in Winston Salem, NC.

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Rehearsal Dinner Photography in Raleigh

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Rehearsal Dinners | Why Hire A Raleigh Wedding Photographer for Yours

As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I am being asked more and more often to shoot their rehearsal dinner before their big day. From a photography perspective, there’s a lot to love: from the gathering of close friends and family to the venue and decor you’ve put a lot of thought into. Having photographed a few […]

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Graylyn Estate Engagement

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Emily & Brad | Graylyn Estate Engagement

What a power couple! Two doctors about to get married. We were originally scheduled to do their session at Pilot Mountain, but due to the recent wildfires, the landscape looked quite charred and more importantly, the drive up to the top was closed off for the day. As a last resort, Emily brought up the […]

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UNC Arboretum Engagement

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Alexandra & Keegan | Spring UNC Arboretum Engagement in Chapel Hill

A spring engagement session featuring puppies in April at the UNC Arboretum in Chapel Hill, NC.

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Reynolda Gardens Spring Engagement

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Amy & Ryan Reynolda Gardens Engagement

A spring engagement session in Reynolda Gardens, Winston-Salem. Shot in a medium format film style.

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Bridal Session Cadillac Service Garage

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Kristen Cadillac Service Garage Bridal Session

An industrial, but elegant bridal session at Cadillac Service Garage in Greensboro, North Carolina

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Lavender Oaks Farm Wedding

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Chris & Townley Lavendar Oaks Farm Wedding

A late winter wedding nestled in the rows of lavendar at Lavendar Oaks Farm in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Frequently Asked Questions from Past Clients

I typically meet my couples in person or over video chat to go over any remaining questions not answered through initial emails. It’s a great time to connect and to get to know each other. I find the time is best used when both parties are put at ease. For me, that’s understanding the couple […]

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ONE DAY, EVERYTHING CHANGED

I USED TO HATE PHOTOGRAPHING PEOPLE

My photography career started in high school with a darkroom class. When learning, I naturally gravitated towards what inspired me: birds, nature, pretty sunsets, patterns, and anything colorful. However, my teacher challenged me to try taking pictures of people. At the time, I protested and instead chose to do self portraits.

It wasn't until 2017 when I was asked to second shoot a wedding that my opinion changed. On that day, I experienced the joys of what make weddings special. I was invited into an intimate and emotionally full day with guests coming from out of state, generations of families putting on their elevated outfits, the raw tears of a first look, and the love pouring out of the couple and its guests. 

Capturing all of this was powerful, rewarding, and energizing. I knew from then on what I wanted to do with my life.

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