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When I'm not shopping online or planing our next day-cation, I'm creating a photo experience rooted in purpose and intention for graduating seniors and engaged couples.

2023 reflections

engagement photos in beaufort, NC

senior photos in new bern, NC

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Conner and Parker Where do I even begin?! Summer hurricane season brought some unexpected high winds, black clouds and heavy rain to Conner and Parker’s wedding day. Although everyone was facing a pretty big challenge, I was determined to let NOTHING ruin their special day! As a wedding photographer, my ultimate goal is to serve […]

September 4, 2024

A Summer Southern Wedding at Britton Manor in North Carolina

Bride and Groom Wedding Portraits at Britton Manor in North Carolina

Weddings

August 6, 2024 Conner is the epitome of a dream bride…full of sunshine, love, kindness and to top it off – gorgeous! I am so excited to finally be able to share her beautiful bridal portraits. We had the perfect weather (despite it being July in North Carolina) and such a great time together with […]

August 6, 2024

Classic, Southern Bridal Portraits at Britton Manor in North Carolina

Summer bride with pastel floral bridal bouquet

Bridals, Weddings

YOU’RE ENGAGED!!! YAY! I am sooo excited for you! Being engaged is such a fun season – soak it all in and enjoy the celebrations! And as much fun as being engaged is, marriage is even better! You have so much to look forward to! Once the initial shock + excitement turns into realization that […]

April 3, 2024

3 THINGS YOU MUST DO TO INITIATE WEDDING PLANNING

Engagements, Weddings

These two are pure bliss! I have so enjoyed getting know them over the last year. Emory is the epitome of a KZP bride – bubbly, full of life, and has a heart of gold. Her smile lights up an entire room and her beauty on the outside matches what’s on the inside (Preston thought […]

April 1, 2024

Colorful Spring Wedding at Seven Paths Manor | Emory and Preston

Weddings

Something I get asked for ALL. THE. TIME. is location recommendations. Some photographers provide a list of preferred locations upon booking. However, I personally choose not to send over an initial “location guide” because I love to dig a little bit deeper!  Let Me Explain My goal is for your photos to represent YOU! If […]

March 27, 2024

Tips for Seniors: How to Choose a Location

Seniors

Hey girl hey!!! I am so glad you’re here and happy you want to learn more about your senior shoot! Senior year is such an exciting time in life…and your photo experience shouldn’t be any different! I believe your senior photos should represent YOU and all of the things that make you special. It is […]

February 1, 2024

WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER YOUR SENIOR SESSION

Seniors

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What to expect BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER YOUR SENIOR SESSION

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