What Equipment Do You Use?
-Camera: Mirrorless Canon R
-Main Lens: 70-200mm F2.8
-Secondary Lens: 35mm F1.8
-Additional Lens: 24-75mm F4
-Flash: Canon 470EX-AI
How Long Have You Been Doing Photography?
My passion for photography started in Jr. High. I bought my first camera in 9th grade. I still have it and break it out sometimes for funsies.
I started 2nd Shooting in 2022 and told my husband once we were married, I would start independent shooting because I wanted to know what it felt like from the bride's perspective. This has allowed me to help many brides throughout the day because I know what emotions and things you are going through on your big day -- I know how you feel!!!
We were married in Sept 2023, and by that Dec, I had my first independent wedding!
Who have you Second Shot for?
I absolutely LOVE Second Shooting! Not only is it special to photograph a wedding, but I love getting a chance to work for and with another talented photographer.
- Aleesa Ann Photography
- Liv + Co. Shoots
- Alexis Stouffer Photography
- Melissa Louise Photography
**Main Requested Lens for 2nd Shooting: 70-200mm F2.8**
Who do you use as your Second Shooter?
All of my Second Shooters are Independent Wedding Photographers themselves. This ensures the wedding couple is getting the best of the best photos for their day!
My main Go To Girls are Aleesa Ann Photography and Moez Moments.
If you would like someone specific, let me know and I will personally ask them to Second Shoot for your special event!
What's Your Shooting & Editing Style?
Documentary. I love to capture all of the details. My job is to capture raw emotion and feelings.
If needed, I will give my clients prompts to get natural movement flowing, making it easier for those who may not like being in front of the camera.
My Editing Style is warm and vibrant.
Are you recommended by any Venues?
Yes! I am a recommended photographer by both Heavenly View Estate Farm (Fairhope, PA), and The Barn At McKenzie Farm (Salisbury, PA).
Do you recommend any other Wedding Vendors?
HANDS DOWN!!! I Will NEVER Gate Keep!
Photographers:
- Aleesa Ann Photography (Berlin, PA)
- Grace + Glory Images (Somerset, PA)
- Sundance & Co. Photography (Somerset, PA)
- By Geordan Hay (Berlin, PA)
- Moez Moments (Bedford, PA)
- Stated Visuals (State College, PA)
- Loosely Sealed Photography (Confluence, PA)
- Melissa Louise Photography (Mechanicsburg, PA)
Videographers:
- Moez Moments (Harmony & I also offer a Special Package Deal when you book us together!!!)
- Stated Visuals
- By Geordan Hay
Live Wedding Painter:
-Hailey Fitzpatrick Fine Art (Frostburg, MD)
Planner / Coordinator:
- Hailey Welch, Ivory Buck Boutique (Salisbury, PA)
Florist
- Hailey Welch, Ivory Buck Boutique (Salisbury, PA)
DJ
- Caleb Kirkland (Grantsville, MD)
Why should I choose you as a photographer?
-Weddings: I offer Planning Aid to all of my couples. This includes a Mock Day of Timeline, Ceremony Details / Timeline, Reception Details / Timeline, and Family Photo Line Up. Some Wedding Packages offer Discounted or Complementary Engagement Photos. I also offer Special Discounts while working at specific venues and with specific vendors.
-Seniors: If you book your Senior Session with me, I offer exclusive discounts for any other session for your Senior Year. This includes, but is not limited to: Homecoming, Senior Night, Sports Event, Prom, Bestie, Cap & Gown, Graduation, and Grad Party.
**All in all - Whether you're looking for beautifully colored photos or moody black & white, I am your girl! I love to have fun and am your biggest hype girl during your session or wedding. I strive to keep sessions fun and filled with laugher.
If you want an elegant gallery or a crazy fun awkward best friend gallery, I make sure to give my clients what they wish for! I love to give my clients fun prompts to do during the session to keep posing and movement natural. I also give instruction on poses as well to help ease clients who may not feel as comfortable in front of the camera.
What's Your Turn Around Time for Photos?
This depends on the type of Session...
- All Sessions are edited and finished in the order they are shot.
- Regular Sessions: 4-6 weeks
- Weddings: 6-8 weeks
- Weddings are guaranteed at least 10 Sneaks within the first 24 hours. **Some weddings may have alternate plans made if long travel is needed for their day.**
- Regular Sessions are not guaranteed Sneaks, but I try my best to give them because let's be honest, I am just as excited to edit them as you are to receive them! Even if it is just 1-5 photos, I love to give my clients something they can enjoy while I am editing their full gallery.
-Although I try my best to stay diligent and keep editing at a fast pace, if a session or wedding is in Prime Season, editing could be longer. I am not willing to sacrifice quality of photos to just "get them done."
Do you give RAW files?
RAW files are equivalent to purchasing a computer that isn't assembled. It takes a trained eye, proper tools, and patience to develop and curate a finished product. Part of the Photography Art is the finished JPEG file. A RAW file alone would not be it. Another equivalent would be a sketch drawing as compared to a finished painting. There is a BIG difference!
If you are a fellow photographer - I GET IT! No one edits quite like you. If you are wanting the RAWs to edit and finish yourself for branding or even just a sentimental session, I will gladly give RAW files.
Do you post every session to Social Media?
Although I try my best to keep up with Socials, it doesn't always happen. I will be the first to admit that I stink at Social Media!
If you would not like your session to be posted, please let me know prior to your shoot!
