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This is where stories come to life — through heartfelt conversations on the Breaking Joy podcast and the incredible moments I’ve captured with my amazing clients. From the connections that inspire us to the work that fuels my heart, this space is all about celebrating life’s raw beauty and genuine joy. Grab your favorite cozy spot, and let’s dive into the magic!
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oh my lanta — last week was just so so good… made my heart so happy to do that!!! let’s find out whooooo won!!! day one giveaway – four free hours of studio rental time | jenna best day two giveaway – 1 hour video coaching call + 2 custom presets | jessica hubbard day […]
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it’s the last day (day SEVEN) of the seven days of giveaways and today’s giveaway is a BIG one… which means — you’ve got to put a little more work in in order to participate! today’s giveaway is free wedding photography!!!! current 2020 SEP couples can enter to win a free signature 10×10 album!!! associate emily and […]
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Oh my gosh — Katie + Brian’s wedding was one for the books… I have never in my life met two people with such a zest for life and for other people in my life… like TRULY IN MY LIFE…. Katie + Brian are SO passionate about LIFE and everyone in it and it honestly […]
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lexi + taylor…. y’all…. these gorgeous photos… your sweet and perfect day – we are SO happy for y’all.. ANDDD that dress… i mean c’mon! associate | Ashley venue | The Currituck Club styling | Jess Barbini Hair & Makeup Artistry florals | Fuggles Flowers baker | Almost Heaven Bakery OBX dj | DJ Luccio photo booth | That Booth Guy gown | Angel […]
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tia & kent’s day was so special – the girls and i (emily) had so much fun being a small part in their sweet day! it was so special to see all of their friends and family genuinely excited & happy for them… they have one amazing support system — such a blessing!!!! — emily […]
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Confession… when I was planning my wedding 8-9 years ago…. the invitation process REALLY stressed me out… so much so that I didn’t even send out save the dates… AHH!!! Can I make another confession…. I also got overwhelmed by the thank you notes… those also didn’t get sent out (and I totally purchased them […]
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Ohhh myyyy tears… I could just cry!!! When Hurricane Florence was just a few mph from being a Cat 5 hurricane the week of Sarah + Patrick’s wedding, I made the difficult decision to find a replacement photographer for my Rockwood Manor wedding — with the wedding venue being 5 hours away and my team also not […]
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i cried looking through these photos after associate emily dropped off the memory cards …. emmy + john… wow!!! during emily’s debrief — all she could say is…… I LOVE THEM SO MUCH — I’M SO THANKFUL FOR THEM…. over… and over again!!! and when i say i cried looking through these.. i really mean it… because […]
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When I finally had the chance to meet Cindy in person — we HIT. IT. OFF…. so much so, that while shooting her boudoir photos she asked me to be a part of her day alongside Meghan…. and it’s something I’ve NEVER considered… to shoot at one of our Associate weddings.. but after really thinking […]
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I have to tell you — the more intimate weddings that I shoot… the more they’re quickly becoming my FAVORITE…. I’ve been shooting quite a few of them and #cuethetears — there is just something so insanely special about them!!!! Jessica + Jacob’s day was certainly one for the books…. Emily and I stood amongst their […]