WILMINGTON Wedding
PHOTOGRAPHER

Absolutely.

Most of my couples tell me they feel awkward or nervous in front of the camera, and that's completely normal. I'll gently guide you every step of the way with natural direction that feels relaxed and authentic. You'll never be expected to know what to do or how to pose. My goal is for you to feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourselves.

Yes! And it's one of my favorite parts of the planning process.

Beautiful wedding photographs begin long before your wedding day. I'll help you choose the best ceremony time for the light, recommend beautiful locations throughout Wilmington and North Carolina's coast, from Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island to Bald Head Island, Southport, Topsail Island, and beyond, discuss permits if needed, and create a timeline that allows you to enjoy your day without feeling rushed.

Absolutely!

Every wedding is unique, and your photography coverage should be too. If my collections aren't the perfect fit, I'm happy to create a personalized proposal based on your plans, priorities, and vision.

Rather than promising an exact number, I focus on telling your story completely. Every gallery is thoughtfully curated to include the moments, details, emotions, and portraits that make your wedding uniquely yours. My goal is never to meet a number—it's to make sure every meaningful moment is preserved.

Most couples receive approximately 75–100 beautifully edited images for every hour of active coverage, often more depending on the events of the day.

You'll receive sneak peek images within 24–48 hours so you can begin reliving your day almost immediately. Your fully edited gallery is delivered within 4–6 weeks, sooner if possible. Every image is individually edited and carefully reviewed before delivery to ensure it reflects the Bella Lumiere experience.

Yes! I love to travel.

Although I'm based in Wilmington, I photograph weddings throughout North Carolina and regularly travel for celebrations across the country. Whether you're planning a coastal wedding, mountain celebration, or destination event, I'd love to hear about your plans.

Travel is never just about getting somewhere; it's about helping you celebrate in the place that feels most like you.

Yes.

Your photographs deserve to live somewhere more meaningful than a hard drive. I offer heirloom-quality albums and artwork designed to preserve your memories for generations.

Albums can be added after your wedding, giving you time to enjoy your gallery and decide which memories you'd like preserved in print.

After you reach out, I'll send you a copy of my digital brochure. Inside you will learn more about us, the business, pricing, and what to expect when you hire us. Then, we'll schedule a relaxed conversation to talk about your wedding, answer your questions, and make sure we're the right fit for one another. If you decide to move forward, I'll guide you through every step—from booking and planning to vendor recommendations, your photography timeline, your wedding day, and final gallery delivery.

Yes. I'll personally photograph your wedding day from beginning to end.

For weddings that include a second photographer, my husband, Matthew, photographs alongside me. We don't outsource weddings to associate photographers, so you'll always know exactly who will be documenting your day.

As much as you'd like me to be.

While I'm not a wedding planner or day-of coordinator, I happily offer thoughtful guidance throughout the planning process. I'll share trusted vendor recommendations, help create a photography-friendly timeline, offer location and lighting advice, and answer the questions that naturally come up along the way.

If your celebration includes a planner or coordinator, we'll work together seamlessly so you can relax and enjoy every moment, knowing every detail is working together beautifully.