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I wish I could share all of the wonderful sessions and weddings I’ve photographed, but it seems like there’s never enough time. Instead, I’ve included particularly inspiring ideas that may help you with planning your own wedding or session. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Enjoy!
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Senior Portrait Session in Downtown Swansboro, NC and the Beach
Historic Downtown Swansboro, NC has many beautiful textures that make great backgrounds for a senior portrait session. The variety of buildings, brick, old wood, and docks provide simple but interesting settings, all
Small Family Beach Portrait Session in Emerald Isle, NC
This young family of three decided to capture this unique moment in their daughter’s life during their family beach vacation. Mother and daughter wore matching colorful dresses that had a nautical detail
Maternity Session on the Beach at Emerald Isle
Sheer flowing maternity dresses are perfect for the glowing light of a beach protrait setting. This maternity session even offered a pink and blue sky to add the ultimate backdrop. By going
Family Beach Portrait Session on a Winter Day in Pine Knoll Shores, NC
Family beach portrait sessions in the winter are not typical. However, that may be the only opportunity get to make these family pictures. If you don’t get together often, then it’s too
Small Wedding on Secluded Beach Near Beaufort, NC
Samantha and Jonathan wanted a private ceremony on the beach in December. By using a ferry service, they were able to hire a boat to take them and their guests to the
Lifestyle Family Beach Session/ Catching Crabs in Emerald Isle
Although most beach portrait clients think they want pristine portraits of their well-groomed children smiling sweetly into the camera, I think there may be a different kind of portrait that will be
