Documentary Wedding Photography
Honest moments,
Beautifully preserved.
Your wedding day is about love, connection, and being present — not just a photoshoot. I take a documentary approach, capturing real, unposed moments while gently guiding when needed so you feel supported and at ease throughout your day. Rather than focusing on rigid timelines, I document your day as it naturally unfolds, preserving every meaningful chapter. The result is honest, heartfelt imagery that reflects not just how your wedding looked, but how it truly felt. At the end of your celebration, your photos should feel like you.
WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS
Starting at $3,800
My approach is documentary-style. I guide you through portraits and meaningful moments such as first looks and couple portraits, while allowing many moments to happen naturally - capturing your wedding authentically as it happens. I offer full wedding day and wedding weekend coverage with empathy, intention, and a blend of digital and film images.
Optional additions like engagement sessions, bridal sessions, rehearsal coverage, and second photographers, are available for couples who want to expand their story even further.
WHAT WORKING TOGETHER WILL LOOK LIKE
The Discovery Call
Fill me in on all the details! We’ll set up a video or phone call to talk through your vision, must-haves, and what matters most! I will not only be one of your vendors, but I will also be by your side throughout this season of life. Surprise, you've just gained a new friend! After we decide what collection works best for your wedding day and your budget, I’ll send a personalized quote tailored to your needs!
Securing Your Date
Once you’ve reviewed your personalized quote and you’re ready to move forward, I’ll activate your private client portal with everything you need; your contract, invoice, and questionnaires, all in one organized place.
To officially reserve your date, a 20% retainer and signed contract are required. Once those are complete, your date is secured, and we can move into planning mode. Let's bring your vision to life!
Your Engagement Session
Every package includes an engagement session, which is an opportunity to let loose in front of the camera. Whether we are shooting at your home, hiking up the mountains, strolling through the city, or jumping in the ocean, my goal is to make it fun and authentic.
This is such a good time to really get to know each other and really see how we will work together on wedding day. It also eases some nerves!
Let's Get Planning
Around 5 months out, this is where we really start planning out your wedding weekend. I will start this process with multiple questionarres, texts, and phone calls as we get your dream vision board built.
I may not be a planner (anymore!) but I do have some insight when it comes to details and vendor selection. As your wedding photographer, I am one of the few vendors that are with you from start to finish of this season, so let's get through it together!
Timeline Call
3 months before wedding day, I will send an in-depth questionarre with every little detail you can possibly think of about the weekend ahead. From your second-cousin's name to the colors of your floral, we will touch on it all. This will be done through a custom Google Drive folder, as well as another planning call (or two) so that everything stays organized and is easily accessible.
Final Wedding Details
We are in the homestretch! The month before your wedding, we will be crossing every T and checking every box. We will hop on one final planning call to go through the final draft of your timeline, Pinterest board, and any questions or concerns you may have. This is a great opportunity to let me know if you need any last minute help or assistance with specific tasks so that you are not stressed on wedding day.
Your Wedding Day!
When your wedding day arrives, I’ll be there with multiple cameras, digital and film, to photograph the entirity of your day as it naturally unfolds. From quiet, emotional moments to joyful chaos, I’m there for all of it.
My approach is rooted in storytelling. I’ll step in with gentle direction when it’s helpful, but never make your day feel like a photoshoot. I’ll guide you through locations, help with timeline pivots, and support family as needed so everything flows with ease.
Through it all, my goal is simple: to keep the energy light and the focus on what matters most, so you can stay present, soak it in, and make beautiful memories with the people and places that mean the most.
Post Wedding Day
Within 72 hours of your wedding, you’ll receive your preview gallery, typically around 100 photos, a little glimpse into every part of your day. These images are ready to share with friends and family while the memories are still fresh, giving you a beautiful way to relive the joy and emotion of it all right away.
Within 3-4 weeks of your wedding day, you’ll receive your full gallery!
"Mary was absolutely amazing! She was so sweet, fun, and personable. She instantly made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She even arrived early and stayed later just to make sure we got every shot we wanted. We’re obsessed with how our photos turned out, and she delivered them so quickly! Couldn’t recommend her more!!"
SAHMIRA WEST
"1000/10 recommend!!!! She went ABOVE AND BEYOND on my wedding day, made sure we got all the pics we wanted/needed, and does beautiful work. She will capture your special day in such a gorgeous and memorable way. Also she will make you feel so comfortable and at ease !! Personable and professional."
MICHELLE BOUDREAUX
"Mary was an absolute joy to work with! She brings such personality and ease to every photo session, making the entire experience comfortable and fun. From helping with the details to bringing our vision to life, she went above and beyond.
She captured our engagement photos, bridal portraits, and wedding day beautifully—the results are truly stunning, like something out of a magazine. I have so many favorites that I can’t even decide which ones to print or share!
I’m beyond grateful for all the amazing memories she preserved for us. I would recommend her a million times over—thank you so much, Mary!"
JENNIFER FOSTER
