BASED IN Wilmington, NC

The morning of your wedding is just as special as the rest of the day. It’s the moment when everything starts to feel real—the excitement kicks in, your favorite people surround you, and all the anticipation builds up to all of the the incredible moments ahead. To make the most of your wedding day morning, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

I love it when my couples ask to include their dog in their engagement session! My furry family member, Rusty, was at our engagement photos and those images are hanging in my house! We all know that our pets are special members of our family, and we want them to be included in our shoot. As […]

I love sharing education and knowledge with my potential clients, especially when it comes to giving my best tips for a successful engagement session! From making sure your ring is set to sparkle, to your clothes being cleaned and pressed, and learning how to be yourself in front of the camera are all essential to […]

I can’t believe that I photographed my first wedding back in 2015! When I look back at how far I’ve come, it still surprises me that I have captured over sixty-five weddings over a period of eight years. I’ve learned so much as a business owner and have increased my skills and knowledge as a […]

I love serving my wedding couples in any way that I can! It starts all the way from when they book me as their photographer to delivering their gallery and designing their album. An important part of my client experience is creating a wedding day timeline! This is essential to making sure that the wedding […]

Hiring a wedding planner for your special day is always a good idea! I encourage my couples to make it a priority! You may not need a full planner for the wedding, but simply hiring a day of coordinator can help a wedding go smoothly! Sarah Ann Wedding and Events is a wedding planner in […]