Illustrative style~
My style, has been described as a pleasing blend of modern and emotive photo journalistic elements, with an emphasis on correct composition, optimal lighting, real colors, and a lovely background.

I take a VERY light touch in editing. My goal is to try and capture REAL colors and deliver that 'natural timeless aesthetic in your photographs as opposed to putting a trendy overcooked filter on the images. Preferring to take a hands off, more light directorial approach to "posing", I will place my couples together in an interesting environment and will encourage them to relax and interact with one another.

During the reception I will focus in on the guests and my couples interacting with one another and capture those real emotive moments of connection while keeping an eye for a pleasing aesthetic result. Utilizing a mix of off-camera flash and natural lighting techniques, my illustrative style captures some of the emotion and spontaneity of candid moments while offering the technical control of posed shots.

Here's a look at a few examples of my work.

PS. Scroll down to the bottom of this page for a special message regarding reduced prices for my packages for 2020 & 2021 weddings!

Asheville, Craggy Gardens mountain wedding photography with A&K-29 K Fs Wedding-133BW A Ls Wedding-842 N S Engagement-9457 BW Wedding photography at the VA Dare Ballroom, downtown Raleigh NC, J & B-46 Asheville pond kiss wedding photography Asheville couples rainy day wedding Compton Sarahs Wedding 2018-511BW Yates Mill Park raleigh bride and groom before the wedding J Bs wedding 2018-95BW Washington NC Goose Creek State Park engagement photographyV3-26 C Bs Wedding 2018-185color pop Raleigh wedding photography Faith Bible Felllowship Church by Raleigh wedding photographer Sally Siko of Silvercord Event Photography-62BW N.C. Museum of Art Wedding photography Raleigh North Carolina by Raleigh wedding photographer Sally Siko of Silvercord Event Photography-41 NC Museum of Art wedding VA Dare Ballroom Raleigh, NC toast IMG_0272_1 Raleigh Engagement photography at N.C. State University Silvercord Event Photography-12 Wedding photography at the VA Dare Ballroom, downtown Raleigh NC, J & B-61 Engagement photography at Pullen Park Raleigh, NCA couple floats in the pond on a paddleboat during an engagement photography session at Pullen Park in Raleigh NC. Sam Beccas Engagement 2017-84BW Devils Ridge Golf Club Holly Springs NC Wedding photographers-29 Wedding photography + Snipes farm Retreat + Chapel Hill NC + Raleigh NC+ cake faceNailed it!!!!
C & K wedding photography at Snipes Farm Retreat in Chapel Hill NC near Raleigh NC-cake face!





To check out the rest of the gallery for this image visit http:/​/​sallysiko.​zenfolio.​com/​p741827603 Wedding photography at the VA Dare Ballroom, downtown Raleigh NC, J & B-47 N S Engagement- SIMPLE-26 Engagement photography at JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh by Silvercord Event Photography-4 Asheville, Craggy Gardens mountain wedding photography with A&K-126 The Plunge by Raleigh wedding photographer Sally Siko of Silvercord Event Photography (1 of 3)ci copy One second afterA second after hitting the water, a bride and groom who took the plunge


To find out more of how this shot was taken please visit..
http://silvercordeventphotography.blogspot.com/2012/08/swimming-pool-trash-dress-bride-and.html
To check out the rest of the gallery for this image visit http:/​/​sallysiko.​zenfolio.​com/​p585754492 Snipes Farm Chapel Hill Wedding photography couples portraits 2018-265 Raleigh wedding photographyby photographer Siko of Silvercord Event Photography Snipes farm Chapel Hill wedding reception photography Snipes Farm Chapel Hill Wedding photography portrait

In response to the Covid-19 epidemic I have decided to lower my prices for all of my packages to assist my couples during this difficult time. We all could use a little bit of good news these days and I know that planning a wedding right now may be challenging. This is my way of helping out!

Check out my packages below and when your ready to book, contact me anytime at (919) 449-7331 or by emailing me HERE

Redbud Collection ~ $800 (normally $1,100)

Perfect for  your elopement or intimate wedding ceremony

• Up to 2 hours of Wedding Day Photography Coverage
• Hi-Resolution digital Images delivered via your own private Archive gallery
• Printing rights
• Online Image Archive storage for 6-months

Maple Collection ~ $1,220 (normally $1,500)

Ideal for capturing the sweetest key elements of your day such as your ceremony, formal portraits and your first dance as husband and wife. Don't forget that your engagement session is included too :)

• 5 hours of Wedding Day Photography Coverage
• Hi-Resolution digital Images delivered via your own private Archive gallery
• Mobile App to print and download all Hi-Resolution wedding photos from any device
• Printing rights
• Online Image Archive storage for 6-months
• Social Media share gallery
• Engagement Session
• Add a second photographer $600
   

Oak Collection ~ $1,700 (normally $2,200)

The most popular choice for your "get ready" time or first look, your ceremony, the formal portraits and your reception, right on through your big send off at the end of the night. Your choice of a bridal or engagement session is included with this collection too, which one you choose is up to you!

• 8 Hours Wedding Day photography coverage
• Hi-Resolution digital Images delivered via your own private Archive gallery
• Mobile App to print and download all Hi-Resolution wedding photos from any device
• Printing rights
• Online Image Archive storage for 12-months
• Social Media share gallery
• Choice of: An Engagement Session or a Bridal Session
• Add a second photographer $850
   

Aspen Collection ~ $3,000 (normally $3,500)

Don't worry about watching the clock! This is complete coverage of your wedding day starting early in the morning at your home (or hair salon) all wedding party prep time, a first look session, your ceremony, the formal portraits, tons of fun candid pictures of your reception, until the end of the night during your sparkler send off or into the after party. Better yet, both an engagement and bridal session are included in this collection.

• 12 Hours Wedding Day photography coverage
• Hi-Resolution digital Images delivered via your own private Archive gallery
• Mobile App to print and download all Hi-Resolution wedding photos from any device
• Printing rights
• Online Image Archive storage for 12-months
• Social Media share gallery
• Engagement Session
• Bridal Session
• Add a second photographer $1,200