Wedding and Portrait Photographer in Raleigh & Across North Carolina

Artfully Composed. Wonderfully human.

Editorial artistry meets honest storytelling.

Wedding photography that embraces the elegance, the energy, the unexpected — and everything in between.


BEHIND THE LENS

PHOTOGRAPHER — STORYTELLER — Professional observer of human behavior.

Hi, I’m Michelle. I’ve spent more than a decade documenting people, their connections, and all the wonderfully unpredictable things in between.

My background in photogjournalism shaped the way I see the world. I’m drawn to genuine emotion, interesting light, unexpected compositions, and the moments unfolding just outside the spotlight.

I love a beautifully styled wedding as much as anyone, but I’m equally invested in the people who make it meaningful.

I’ll help you look incredible in your portraits, laugh with your wedding party, notice the little things, and probably cry during your vows —

because I’m not just there to photograph what your wedding looked like…

I’m there to preserve what it felt like.

“In times of absolute chaos, she made us laugh.”

Fast Turnaround

After over 300 weddings and thousands of other sessions; my workflow has become very efficient. It’s been developed to focus on what matters: YOU! I’m proud to be able to turn around your wedding photos in 30 days or less; and other bookings within one week of your session date!

“Between her personality, artistic vision and technical skills, she’s a powerhouse artist.”

-Tiffany, 2024

Recent Work

Our Blog is where we share all our weddings to keep things up to date on our Full Team site. It’s the best way to see the curated form of what our vision is and what our eye sees and look for in the work that we do!

Holy sh*t I’m crying these are so great

- Cory, 2025

PORTFOLIOS

Weddings

Maternity

Commercial

Couples

Families

Seniors

Follow Me:

Want to see the chaos behind the magic? Come hang out with us on Instagram! Where we post real moments, behind-the-scenes weirdness and everyday motherhood.

Whether you’re a current client, future bride or just want to stalk me… IG is where we’re most active!

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Have camera, will travel.

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North Carolina is home, but my camera has taken me coast to coast! From the bustling streets of Chicago and Philly to the sunshine of San Diego and Honolulu — I’ve had the opportunity to document love stories in some pretty incredible places.

Exploring new cities, chasing beautiful light, and capturing love stories along the way? Count me in!

Whether you’re planning a mountain getaway, a coastal celebration, or a wedding somewhere I’ve never been, I’m always looking for my next adventure. Where are we going?!

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