The Wedding
Experience
I’m here to ensure that you have a meaningful, memorable, FUN wedding day that is the start of a lifelong adventure.
Why am I a wedding photographer?
It's not just about beautiful photos, but you'll get that too.
I'm passionate about helping couples have a meaningful, memorable, FUN wedding day that truly represents who they are. I specialize in unique outdoor weddings because I love being outside and when a wedding takes place outdoors in a pace that is meaningful to the couple, my heart lights up and I feel that I shoot my best. I am committed to capturing real moments and genuine emotions, not just posed photos. My editing style is bright, bold, and colorful while preserving the natural colors in the landscape. Sound like we'd be a good fit? Keep reading!
I specialize in unique, outdoor weddings.
If you're down for an adventure, you're probably in the right place.
I specialize in unique, outdoor weddings because I’m most passionate about connecting people to the outdoors. When a wedding takes place outdoors in a pace that is meaningful to the couple, that’s when my heart lights up and I feel that I shoot my best. When I say I love adventures, I mean it. In my free time, I love hiking, kayaking, biking, and planning outdoor adventure meetups in Delaware.
I believe your wedding day should represent who you are
Go ahead. Break tradition.
I believe your wedding day should represent who you are and what makes you and your future spouse happy. Do what is ultimately going to bring the most joy to you and your partner, whatever that means to you. So go ahead. Break tradition. Your wedding day can be however you imagine it.
I am committed to capturing real moments
I'm all about candid, in-between moments.
While I always make sure to get the classic photos of everyone looking at the camera, I am committed to capturing real moments and genuine emotion. When you look back at your wedding photos, I don’t want you to just have stiff posed photos. I want you to remember the moments, what they felt like and how much fun you had. When you look back at a photo, I want you to remember how you felt in that moment.
My Editing Style
Bright, bold, natural colors.
My editing style is bright, bold, and colorful while preserving the natural colors of the landscape. I believe my editing style is timeless, not trendy, and will still look beautiful years from now.
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I don't just show up and take pretty photos.
My goal is to create a photography experience to make your wedding is the best it can be every step of the way. I build a relationship with my couples and get to know them so that when the wedding day comes, I can serve them even better.
On wedding days, yes I take photos. But I also keep everyone on time, fluff dresses, hold bouquets, set up photo spots like first looks and sparkler exits, style detail shots, figure out where to be to capture moments, direct family photos, talk to guests, talk to family members, give instructions to officiants so I can get the shots I want, coordinate with DJs/venue managers, and make sure that I do my absolute best to tell the story of your wedding day through photographs. I'm there when you have no makeup on, and when you're getting dressed. I'm there when you laugh and when you cry.
At the end of your wedding day, all you are going to have is the photos. Being a wedding photographer is exhilarating, exhausting, moving, inspiring, fun, a physical workout, lots of work, and a true honor.
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Testimonials
What’s it like to work with me? Hear it from some of the wonderful people I’ve had the pleasure of working with.
Saying that she was just our photographer is like saying the earth is just a rock. It is, but its also so much MORE.
There is no accurate way of expressing how kind, helpful, funny, and wonderful Abby was. She walked us through very step, made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and was such a huge part of not only the wedding, but the whole planning process. Abby is easy to contact, easy to talk to, and INCREDIBLY TALENTED. There was not one picture that we didn’t absolutely love.
-Mary & Jeff
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Abby is incredible!
She gives great direction, making photos look and feel natural. She is prompt and sweet and has a great eye for beautiful photos.
I cannot say enough good things about Abby and having her as a part of my wedding. She captured our big day so beautifully and I will cherish the memories she captured forever!
-Elizabeth & Tim
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Thank you Abby for the amazing experience, and beautiful photos!
Abby is amazing to work with! She responds quickly to questions, and even provided preview photos to us the day of our wedding! She is very easy to get along with, and loves what she does! Her excitement and passion only make the photography experience even better!
She asks for a list of photos prior and made sure we got all of the shots we wanted, even in the busyness of the wedding day! She joins in and truly enjoys herself while she is photographing the wedding.
-Katelyn & Andrew
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I can't say enough great things about Abby - her talent speaks for itself, her work ethic is second to none and she makes the overall photographic experience very natural and fun!
Abby is an incredibly talented photographer and all around wonderful person to work with! My wife and I had the pleasure of working with her for our wedding and absolutely LOVED the way that things turned out thanks to Abby's creative eye. I am so incredibly grateful for all that she did to make our wedding amazing.
-Chris and Andrea
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Stop looking and book Abby! She’s one of the most artistic and talented people I’ve ever met.
Our wedding pictures far exceeded our expectations and we’ve had so many people compliment the images and originality of some of the shots.
They’re perfect in every way and it wouldn’t have been the same with another photographer. She is the best at what she does!
-Erin & Ryan
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Want to book? Here's what's next!
If you like what you see, fill out the contact form and tell me more about your wedding. If I’m available, I will send you more information and we will go from there!
1. Initial Call
We will schedule an initial phone call to talk about your vision, get to know each other, and answer any questions.
2. Planning
After officially booking me (yay!) I will send you some planning guides and we will schedule the engagement session.
3. Engagement Session
I love engagement sessions. We will plan a fun adventure and take some beautiful photos. Wihin 30 days, I send you a full digital gallery of edited, high-resolution images.
4. More Planning
I’m here to help throughout your planning process! I’ll send youo a super in-depth questionnaire about 3 months out.
5. Wedding Day!
The wedding day is finally here! I’ll be there documenting the day and I'll ensure that you have the best wedding day possible.
6 Galleries
Within a week of the wedding, I will send you a preview gallery. Within 2 months, you will receive your final digital gallery.
Sound good? Get in touch!
Packages
and Pricing
I believe in keeping my pricing upfront and straightforward. All packages include a planning guides, vendor recommendations, planning assistance, and a digital gallery of professionally edited, high-resolution images with full printing and downloading rights. I do not limit myself to a certain number of images. Additional hours can be added upon request, and travel fees apply to weddings outside of Delaware. Reach out to see my full detailed pricing guide!
Complete Wedding
10 hours of coverage
Second photographer
Engagement session
$100 print credit
Same day preview gallery
Starting at $3,100
Full-Day Wedding
8 hours of coverage
Second photographer
Engagement session
$50 print credit
Starting at $2,600
Half Day Wedding
6 hours of coverage
One photographer
$50 print credit
Starting at $2,100
Destination Wedding
10 hours of wedding coverage
4 hour coverage for engagement session, day after session, or rehearsal dinner
All travel fees anywhere in the world included
$100 print credit
Same day preview gallery
Starting at $3,600
Elopements
3 hours of coverage
One photographer
Up to 40 people in attendance
Travel fees anywhere in Delaware included
$50 print credit
Starting at $1,200
Couples Session
1 hour session
Style Guide with tips for what to wear
1-2 locations
1-2 outfits
Travel fees anywhere in Delaware included
Starting at $350
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