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We had gorgeous light and an amazing backdrop for Haley and Josh’s fall engagement session at Carvins Cove, Virginia. This is such a beautiful location that I love to visit whenever I travel back to the state. Haley and Josh were such naturals in front of the camera and we all had a lot of […]

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I’m so excited to share my favorite beach engagement locations in Wilmington! One of the best things about living in this area of North Carolina is all of the amazing places for portraits. I especially love shooting at the beach because of the beautiful golden hour light and all of my couples’ photos are just […]

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As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I can’t tell you how important it is to schedule bridal portraits before your big day! I loved shooting my now sister-in-law’s bridal session at Meredith College in Raleigh, NC! We had gorgeous light and we shot her photos in a location that was special to her. There are many […]

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When couples start planning their wedding, one of the big things on their list is the flowers! This is one of the most important aspects of the wedding day. The flowers that are included represent the colors and style that the bride and groom have chosen for their overall palette. Flowers on the wedding day […]

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It’s officially engagement season! This is the time of year, between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day, when most couples get engaged. After you get that sparkly ring on your finger, you will be wanting to plan your wedding soon and reaching out to your favorite vendors. There are many things to keep in mind when searching […]

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Even though it was a wet and rainy day, Rett & Christy had a beautiful fall wedding downtown at City Club Raleigh. This particular wedding venue is atop a tall skyscraper building full of windows overlooking downtown Raleigh. Rett and Christy’s day started out pretty foggy and rainy, so much so that you couldn’t see […]

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As a Wilmington photographer, I always love coming back to one of my absolute favorite portrait locations in this coastal area of North Carolina! Karen and Gova’s engagement session at Fort Fisher near Wilmington was beautiful! From their coordinated outfits to the perfect weather, it only made me want to keep shooting even after we […]

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I recently traded my usual beach weddings for a rural barn wedding in Richmond, Virginia! What a beautiful day Carrie and Bradley had for their fall ceremony at The Barn at Mattaponi Springs venue! Carrie was such a well-organized bride and their wedding day went so smoothly. The bridal details were so beautiful! Carrie opted […]

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Tropical storm Ophelia had nothing on this beautiful wedding day for this precious couple! Amy and Michael’s rainy wedding at The Meadows Raleigh venue was still a gorgeous celebration! It was such an honor to be able to photograph my brother and now sister in law’s wedding. Bracing For Stormy Weather Carly Hinson (https://carlyhinsonphotography.com/) was […]

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Taylor and Brady had such a fun and nostalgic engagement session on Oak Island, NC! Their photos were particularly special since this was the location where they met. We made sure to take photos in several locations around the island so they would have lots of variety. This sweet couple was such a delight to […]

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ALL ABOUT Stephanie

Hey there! I'm Stephanie, your go-to wedding photographer and a big fan of Instagram reels.  Let's dive into your love story from start to forever. I'm all about capturing those cherished moments that will bring back sweet memories each passing year.

While I call Wilmington, North Carolina my home, I'm a wanderer at heart and ready to travel anywhere love takes you – especially if it involves a tropical paradise. My lens is drawn to couples who radiate joy, outgoing, and are always up for a dance party.

With a solid seven years of wedding photography under my belt, I've had the honor of capturing the magic of over 75 weddings. What truly fuels my passion? It's not just about taking pictures; it's about the incredible couples I connect with along the way. Your journey with me isn't just a client-photographer relationship – it's a friendship in the making.



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