What to write here?
What to write here?
Somewhere along the line, “candids” became fake laughter, directed moments, and uncomfy posing cues – photographers recreating the same images with every couple. HARD PASS. Let’s do what comes naturally to you and amplify your love and the fun you’re already having. Most of the day will be captured through true, unstaged micro-moments. Then, during portraits, I will gently guide you and probably throw out silly and sentimental suggestions just to get your unique reaction.
Psst! If you’re down, we can even get artsy and experiment a little!
A client of mine once said, “This is more than just taking pictures. You’re inviting someone to share one of the biggest days in your life and to capture it just as you’ve imagined.” And that is exactly why it’s SO important you connect with my work and we connect as people! If we’re the right fit you’ll secure your day via a contract and $2000 retainer.
After capturing over 225 weddings, there is so much knowledge that I can’t wait to pass along to you! Once you’re booked, you’ll receive an in-depth Wedding Guide that covers everything from choosing what to wear during your engagement session to the best way to maximize your wedding photography timeline.
Your engagement session is a chance to slow down and linger in this brief part of your life together (before you know it you’ll be married). The plan is to go somewhere beautiful, have an incredibly fun time, and stir up the butterflies that led to the love you have today! Throughout the session you’ll find an ease in front of my lens that will make your wedding day photographs feel like second nature.
About 3-4 months before your date, I will check in to help you and your planner to create a photography timeline that reflects your priorities, values, and how you want to spend your day. Then I will send you your wedding questionnaire! This fills me in on special expectations, family dynamics, details that are meaningful to you, and what you want out of your photographs. Your answers will set the foundation of how to capture who you are in the most genuine way possible.
Your day is here!! I can’t wait to see your vision come to life and spend the day telling you how bomb you two look together! I’ll be in the wings documenting the day as it unfolds, making family photos a breeze, and gently guiding you through your portraits. When you can, catch your breath and take in all the little details and glowing faces around you. You made all of this possible.
It’s hard to believe it’s over! Don’t worry, I will send you a preview gallery 1-2 weeks after your wedding day so you can begin to reminisce. And truly there is no preparing you for the full extent of emotions that comes with receiving your gallery in color and black & white. These photos will be an everlasting reminder of the love surrounding you. The love that makes this life worth-while.
$8,800
$7500
$6800
Additional wedding day coverage from Kate: +750 per hour
8 hours of coverage from a second photographer: +1400
2 hours of day-before rehearsal coverage: +1600
Engagement session: +850 when booked with a wedding collection
10×10 Leather album with 30 pages: +1600
Every full-day wedding collection includes a wedding day assistant to help you have a stress-free photography experience and get the most out of your time with me. My husband has been working weddings with me for 3+ years and it’s been a joy to serve couples like you as a team!
His role includes:
Take it from my past clients. They describe my style as: artistic, organic, timeless, cozy, emotional, and grounding. Those vibes come from my photojournalistic approach and creative portraiture, complemented by true to color edits.
To book your date, I require a signed contract and a $2000 retainer. I can only hold your date after I have received both. (Though I wish I could clone myself and photograph multiple celebrations a day!)
I’m more than happy to help with your custom photography timeline and vendor recommendations, but having a dedicated planner is truly invaluable! In order for me and my team to be able to focus on taking images and documenting your story well, you will need a wedding planner.
Yes! An engagement session serves as a time for you to warm up in front of the lens and for us to get to know each other! We can visit one of your favorite spots or you can pick one from my exclusive Location Guide. Engagement sessions include a location within a 45 mile radius of the 21043 zip. But I love traveling and can create a custom quote for your engagement session if you want to wander!
It’s best to schedule your engagement session roughly 2-3 months ahead of time. Keep in mind, if you’re using these images for Save the Dates, then we need to schedule your session at least 8-9 months before the big day! I offer engagement sessions from Monday to Thursday.
I am currently located in the Maryland and Washington D.C. area. I am passport-ready to go anywhere!
I comfortably photograph over half of my weddings without a full day second photographer and always bring an assistant with me.
Adding extra cameras to your day can sometimes make it feel like you’re being followed by paparazzi – so I do my best to keep the intimacy of your day intact by being as unobtrusive as possible. But if you do add a full day second it means we can capture even more moments. They may be a great addition to your day if you’re not doing a first look and/or have more than 150 guests.
If you do not book a second photographer I will bring an assistant with me. Their role is:
Your digital high-resolution edited photographs will be delivered via an online gallery where you can download the images and share them with family/friends. You will also receive a printing release for personal use of the images. This allows you to print the images at any photo lab of your choice and use the images online.
For your family/friend formals, yes absolutely! For the rest of your photos, I ask you to fill out an in-depth questionnaire to help me understand your values and what matters most to you, so I can authentically document your day as it naturally unfolds.
For legal reasons, I only sign contracts and communicate with my wedding couple to help bring your vision to life. I’ve found this best preserves everyone’s wedding day experience. I am also happy to communicate with your wedding planner in regards to your day.
I think it’s important for you to view multiple full galleries of my work that go beyond curated grids! Every couple has different values and priorities on their day, which is reflected in their gallery. Take a look below to see what differing amounts of wedding day coverage looks like.
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