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INTIMATE, PERSONAL, DOCUMENTARY STORYTELLING, EDITORIALLY INSPIRED, CANDID AND NATURAL MONOCHROME MOMENTS

“How will you photograph our wedding?”

This selection of photographs represents my overall style and approach to photographing weddings and private events.

Emphasis is put on capturing sequences of images, honest and naturally occurring moments, photographs of the environment and the overall energy present.

My method of working allows me to capture intimate, relaxed photographs of people during the day, while making sure that the photography experience is as stress-free as possible.

By approaching the day with the mindset of an editorial photographer - I seek out the unique and original images that tell the story of your day, rather than take on a template cookie-cutter style.

A man in a suit kneels on the floor helping a woman with her shoes at a doorway, with three women in dresses observing in the background.
A bride holding a bouquet standing beside an elderly man in a light suit, likely during a wedding ceremony or moment of remembrance.
Two women hugging, one with her eyes closed and a gentle smile, the other with their back turned, holding a bouquet of flowers.
A woman is having a veil placed over her head during a wedding ceremony with two older people watching.
A bride and groom walking down the aisle after their wedding ceremony, surrounded by friends and family in a wood-floored, industrial-style venue with large windows.
People at a dinner table raising glasses for a toast.
A black and white photo of a smiling couple on their wedding day, standing outdoors on a brick path with greenery in the background. The woman is in a lace dress holding a bouquet, and the man is in a suit with glasses, both appearing happy.
A bride and groom at their wedding ceremony outdoors, holding champagne glasses and smiling at each other, with trees in the background.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony where a groom, wearing a dark jacket, sunglasses, and no sock on one foot, is holding hands with a bride in a lace wedding dress. They are standing in front of a floral arch. A person holding a bouquet is
Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking hand in hand outside a white church with a bell tower, ocean in the background.
Two women in elegant dresses walking away from the camera towards an art gallery entrance surrounded by brick walls and potted plants.
A black and white photo of a group of people dressed in formal attire, at an outdoor event with string lights and trees in the background. The focus is on a smiling man in a tuxedo with a bow tie.
A man and woman dining at a restaurant, engaging in a conversation. The woman is smiling and looking at someone off-camera, while the man has his arm around her and is looking at her.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking hand in hand on a garden path surrounded by tall grasses, with trees and an arch in the background.
Black and white close-up of a man with a mustache wearing a suit, looking downward with a contemplative expression.
Group of people gathered outdoors in rain, holding umbrellas, dressed in formal attire at a social event.
Bride in wedding dress standing with hands together, eyes closed, in a decorated reception room with tables and candles.
People sitting at a long dining table enjoying a celebration, with candles and decorations, in a black and white photo.
A black and white photo of a wedding reception with a bride and groom dancing in the foreground and guests seated at tables in the background.
A black and white photograph of a wedding scene outdoors. The bride and groom are embracing, surrounded by other wedding guests. One guest is wiping tears from his eyes, and another is holding a bouquet of flowers. The setting includes a wooden archw
A group of people dressed formally for an outdoor event, standing and smiling with a rural landscape and buildings in the background.
A wedding reception outdoors with guests standing and dining near tables and umbrellas. The bride and groom are in the foreground, the bride in a wedding gown holding a bouquet and the groom in a kilt and jacket. The background shows rolling hills an
A black and white photo of a bride and groom walking hand in hand through a wooded area with string lights overhead, dressed in wedding attire.
A woman in a wedding dress is being assisted by two other women in a bedroom, with a bed and framed art on the wall behind them.
A woman in a wedding dress with a veil and earrings is smiling outdoors.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors, with a bride in a white halter gown standing on the right, five men in suits on the left, and an officiant in the middle holding papers.
Two men are engaged in an animated conversation at a social gathering, with one man touching the other's face and both smiling. The setting appears to be a dimly lit bar or restaurant.
Two men at a celebration, one in a suit appears to be receiving flowers from the other who is holding a bouquet, with smile and open arms in a decorated indoor venue at night.
Group of five women in a kitchen, laughing and celebrating, holding bouquets and glasses of champagne.
A woman with long dark hair tied back in a ponytail, wearing a sleeveless top and pearl earrings, is dancing or posing with her arms raised and hands near her face. She has tattoos on her upper arm, including flowers and a crane. The background shows
A bride in a wedding dress appears to be clapping, surrounded by four women in dark coats outdoors with trees in the background.
Two women in formal black gowns holding hands and smiling outdoors in front of a large house, one holding a bouquet of flowers.
A woman wearing a white sleeveless dress smiling with closed eyes, sitting with her arms resting on a piece of furniture, in a soft and bright setting.
A black and white photo of a large dinner party with people raising glasses in a toast at a long decorated table. The table is adorned with flowers, candles, and table settings, with couples and guests smiling and enjoying the celebration.
A black and white photo of a woman smiling and pointing at the camera, while a man stands behind her holding a drink, at a social gathering or party.
Three women laughing and enjoying drinks together at a social event or party.
A black-and-white photo of two couples hugging at a wedding with floral decorations in the background.
A smiling woman and man dressed in formal attire at a crowded event.
A wedding reception where a person is feeding cake to another person while friends look on, in black and white.
Three people at a party wearing sequined hats, with the man in the middle wearing sunglasses and a hat, engaging in conversation in front of a decorated background.
A group of men and women celebrating outdoors, with some men dancing and smiling, some wearing sunglasses, in black and white.
A woman with a glass of drink in her hand, mid laugh, standing in front of a curtain backdrop.
A bride and groom walking down the aisle at an outdoor wedding, surrounded by guests clapping and celebrating.
A woman in a white dress and large hat, smiling and laughing, wearing earrings, with a flower corsage on her chest, standing indoors near a staircase.
Black and white photo of three men at a bar or party. One man in a tuxedo is being hugged or embraced by another man, who is whispering or kissing his face. The third man stands nearby, holding a phone, with a tattoo on his arm. There are other peopl
Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking outdoors, smiling, with tall grasses on either side. The bride wears a sleeveless white wedding dress and holds a bouquet; the groom wears a light-colored suit.
A woman helps another woman zip up her back dress in a preparing for an event or wedding.
A woman with styled hair and earrings wearing a backless dress, smiling, with another woman in a patterned dress in the background, in black and white.
A bride and groom embrace and smile at each other during their wedding in an outdoor setting, with guests in the background.
Close-up of curtains near a window, with sunlight shining through, in black and white.
A vintage typewriter with a typed wedding invitation on it, next to a potted plant.
A bride and groom dance closely at their wedding reception, with the bride in a backless white dress and the groom in a dark suit, under string lights.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom standing on a rocky pier by the water, with boats and yachts in the background. The bride is wearing a wedding dress with a veil, and the groom in a suit, holding hands and raising one of the bride's hands
An older man in a suit smoking a cigarette at a social gathering, with other people and decorations in the background.
A bride pins a boutonniere on an elderly groom in a black tuxedo, both smiling softly, in a wedding setting.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom sitting close inside a vintage car, smiling and about to kiss.
Black and white portrait of a bride with a veil, wearing earrings and a necklace, looking towards the camera.
Woman with long wavy hair wearing a mesh veil and a dress with decorative trim on the neckline, looking at the camera with a slight smile.
A woman in a traditional dress dancing at a social event, with others in the background under trees and string lights.
A bride and groom are standing at the altar with a priest in a church during their wedding ceremony, with candles and religious artifacts visible in the background.
A traditional Indian wedding ceremony with the bride and groom, dressed in ornate wedding attire, receiving blessings from elders outdoors.
A bride in a white wedding dress and veil interacts with a small striped kitten on a stone patio outdoors.
A woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of flowers, with a man looking at her through a mirror.
Black and white photo of a wedding party outdoors, with the bride and groom seated in the center surrounded by their bridal party. The bride is wearing a white dress and veil, holding a bouquet, and the groom is in a dark suit. The group is smiling,
Bride and groom at wedding outdoors, bride holding bouquet, groom in tuxedo, three bridesmaids in dresses holding bouquets, wooded background.
A smiling man in a light-colored suit with hands in his pockets standing outdoors against a blurred stone wall.
A woman in a white wedding dress stands by a bed in a hotel room, looking down at the bed.
A bride in a wedding dress with a veil surrounded by five bridesmaids in black dresses, all smiling and touching the bride's dress.
A bride and groom share a dance at their wedding reception, surrounded by seated guests.
Couple in wedding attire kissing, hugging in background of wedding reception with guests dancing and embracing.
A young boy in a suit standing indoors, looking directly at the camera, with a serious expression, partially obscured by an adult woman in a dark, glittery dress.
A woman in an off-shoulder lace dress holding a bouquet of flowers with a background of trees, black and white photo.
People dancing in a circle at a social gathering or party, with some individuals blurred due to motion.
A man lifting a woman in a wedding dress during a celebration with lights and decorated trees.
A small white dog with a collar stands on a hardwood floor next to a patterned nightstand and an area rug in a bedroom.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom standing close together in a wooded area, gazing into each other's eyes, with trees in the background.
At a wedding reception, a man in a tuxedo is walking down the aisle with a woman in a dress, while guests sit and smile, some clapping, in an indoor venue.
Two women hugging, one in a wedding dress and veil, embracing emotionally.
People gathered outdoors near a camper and tent, socializing at a casual event.
Group of men in suits stacking chairs outside a tent at an outdoor event.
Nighttime outdoor event with a large lit tent and people seated underneath, possibly a concert or gathering.
Black and white photo of a bride and seven bridesmaids walking arm in arm outdoors on grass with trees in the background, all smiling and carrying bouquets.
A bride holding a bouquet of flowers during a wedding ceremony.
A couple dressed in formal attire, smiling and close together, with the man wearing a tuxedo and the woman in a dress, in black and white photography.
Black and white photo of a woman with styled hair, wearing earrings and an off-shoulder dress.
Bride in a wedding dress surrounded by bridesmaids in matching gowns, smiling and laughing in a warmly decorated room.
A woman in a wedding dress lifting her dress with her left hand, revealing her stockings and high heels, during a wedding reception.
A man and woman pouring wine into a cake at a celebration event.
A woman in a strapless wedding dress is getting ready, with her dark hair styled up.
A woman in a wedding dress and veil indoors, smiling and looking at the camera, with another woman in the background.
A bride sitting in a car, smiling, holding a bouquet of flowers, with children in the backseat smiling and looking out the window.
Black and white photo of a woman in a wedding dress sitting on a chair, smiling while looking at a man standing next to her, who is covering his mouth and laughing, at a social gathering.
A man in a suit is being lifted on a chair by a group of people in a crowded indoor space with hanging lights and exposed ceiling pipes.
Black and white photo of a wedding reception, featuring a bride sitting on a barstool while a man, likely the groom, stands beside her laughing and touching her waist. Other women are seen in the background, smiling and observing the moment.
A woman in traditional Japanese attire, with an elaborate hairstyle and hair accessories, standing by the water with rocks and a building in the background.
People raising glasses for a toast at a dinner party, with wine and cocktails on the table
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A black and white photo of a group of people at a social gathering, with a prominent man pointing and talking, and two children standing near him, one smiling and the other looking at the camera.
A joyful DJ with headphones performing at a night event, standing behind a Pioneer DJ mixer with screens and lighting in the background.
Group of five older adults, three women and two men, sitting and standing around a dinner table engaged with their smartphones at an elegant gathering.
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Man dancing with arms outstretched in a dance club, surrounded by women dancing and smiling.
Black and white photo of a man wearing a wide-brimmed cowboy hat and a tuxedo, holding a drink. A woman behind him is making a duck face and holding a drink, with three men in suits in the background.
A man with glasses and a cross necklace gestures towards a woman with star-patterned top at an indoor event, with other guests in the background.
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Four people, including two men in suits and two women, engaged in conversation and smiling at an event, with a black curtain background.
Two women taking a selfie together at an event, with a backdrop featuring logos and text, one wearing a sparkly dress and the other in a backless metallic gown, with other guests in the background.
Black and white photo of four people smiling and posing together at a table, with a woman in the background covering her face.
Four men in suits holding drinks at a social event, with a modern indoor setting and large windows in the background.
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A man holding a toddler boy at an outdoor gathering, high-fiving a woman. Several people are in the background, some sitting under umbrellas.
Group of people at a celebration or wedding under a decorated tent, some holding drinks, engaged in conversation, smiling, with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling.
A woman with light-colored hair in a glittery dress makes peace signs with both hands at a party, surrounded by several people in casual and patterned clothing.
Two men smiling and holding drinks at a social event, one wearing a suit and the other in a black shirt, in black and white photo.
A woman laughing with her eyes closed, sitting to the right of a person with blonde hair seen from behind, with a man in the background smiling.
Three women and one man clinking champagne glasses outdoors at a celebration. The woman on the right is smiling, holding flowers, and wearing glasses. The woman in the middle is squinting and the man on the left is seen from behind.
A black-and-white photo of a wedding celebration where the bride and groom are cutting a wedding cake, surrounded by friends and family, with some smiling and others reacting humorously.
A black and white photo of a man and a woman sitting side by side. The man is wearing glasses and a suit, holding a bag of chips. The woman is dressed in a patterned dress, smiling with her eyes closed. They are in a room with wood-paneled walls and
Two men in tuxedos at a social event, one pouring a drink and the other engaging in conversation, with bottles and glasses on the table in front of them.
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A man taking a photo of two women at a formal event, all three are dressed elegantly; the women are wearing earrings and the man is in a tuxedo. The woman on the left is holding a drink with lemon, and the woman on the right is smiling while the man
A man with a beard and dark hair wearing sunglasses and a suit, smiling while pointing a camera at the camera.
Couple kissing at party with friends in background, celebrating and smiling.
Two people, a woman smiling and pointing at the camera and a man with a beard, with his eyes closed, wearing a white shirt and tie, at a party or celebration.
People dancing and socializing at a party or celebration in a dimly lit venue.
Two musicians performing, one playing a saxophone and the other using a microphone, in a black and white setting.
Black and white photo of a woman and a man at a social gathering, both smiling and engaging in a friendly gesture.
A young woman with dark hair in a dress leaning toward an older woman with short gray hair wearing a lace top, engaged in a serious conversation at a social event.
A man in a suit speaking with two women seated at a table, with a group of people in the background.
Black and white photo of a wedding reception showing a group of people sitting around a table, with the bride leaning in to talk with older women and a man. Background has more guests standing and conversing near a large window.
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A woman playfully touches a man's face while smiling, in a social setting with other people in the background.
A woman and a man sharing a kiss at a social event, with other people in the background.
Six men in formal attire posing and enjoying drinks at a social gathering.
A smiling woman in a dark dress holding a bouquet of flowers, standing next to a smiling man in a suit, outside near bushy plants and trees with a sign indicating a private event.
Three people at a social gathering enjoying drinks, smiling and talking. Two men are wearing suits, and a woman is standing in the background holding a drink.
A woman in a strapless dress with long gloves and holding a tray at a formal event.
A man and woman posing at an event, with the man wearing a fur coat and the woman in a white blazer dress holding a book, both smiling.
A group of people in formal attire, including a young man in a tuxedo, smiling and shaking hands at an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A group of young adults dressed in party attire at a celebration, with two women and two men in the center sharing a kiss, in a lively indoor setting.
Four people smiling and sitting together at a table during a celebration, with drinks and flowers in the foreground.
Group of people socializing outdoors, woman holding a young child, and others holding drinks, in black and white.
Group of smiling people at a social gathering, sitting close together, in an indoor setting with a dark background and wine glasses.
People jumping into a swimming pool during a nighttime outdoor party with onlookers watching.
A woman in a strapless black gown holding a bouquet of flowers above her head and celebrating outside a building with steps, while a man stands in the doorway in the background.