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Emotions

November 14, 2020 - View this post on Instagram It was truly awesome to be there to catch these tender emotiona...
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Couples wedding day portraits at the Highgrove Estate in Fuquay Varina NC

November 06, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Once their ceremony had concluded, Cam, Kara and I headed out t...
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A little love on a rainy morning

November 02, 2020 - View this post on Instagram It’s another rainy morning here in central North Carolina and i...
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Choosing your outdoor wedding spot

October 31, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Natural Beauty... One of the biggest perks of opting for an out...
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Evergreen love

October 20, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Her smile says it all:) After A&K’s ceremony was complete, the...
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My favorite little slice of time

October 16, 2020 - View this post on Instagram My favorite little slice of time after A&K’s first kiss as husb...
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Wedding reception fun at the Highgrove Estate

October 14, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Kara & Cameron’s wedding reception was blast to photograph! Eve...
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Formal wedding portrait time at the Highgrove Estate

October 10, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Once their ceremony had concluded, Cam, Kara and I headed out t...
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Summer engagement photography at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum Raleigh, NC

September 25, 2020 - One of my favorite spots to take my couples for their engagement session's is the J.C. Raulston Arboretum. This garden b...
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What to wear for my downtown Raleigh engagement photography session

September 21, 2020 - View this post on Instagram I wholeheartedly encourage my couples to wear whatever they hav...
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Happy memories of a Boone NC engagement session

September 13, 2020 - View this post on Instagram One of my favorite engagement sessions was this one in the moun...
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Back to work

September 09, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Had such a wonderful time photographing Cam & Kara’s this past...
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Outdoor wedding location inspiration

August 26, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Natural Beauty... One of the biggest perks of opting for an out...
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Engagement portraits in Fuquay Varina

August 24, 2020 - View this post on Instagram I had a lovely time photographing Chloe and Dillion’s engagemen...
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Saying it all without a word

August 10, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Her smile says it all:) After A&K’s ceremony was complete, the...
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Places to get married outdoors in the Raleigh area

August 08, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Thinking about getting married outdoors in the Raleigh area? Th...
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So you won't forget

August 06, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Outdoor wedding Tip/ Come up with creative ways to remember you...
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Some love for your furry best friend on your wedding day

July 31, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Outdoor and Backyard wedding Tip/ Don’t forget your furry best...
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The art of candid wedding portraits

July 25, 2020 - View this post on Instagram The dress hanging in a window. The First Look. The First Kiss....
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Sun kissed

July 23, 2020 - View this post on Instagram These two were made for one another:) Enjoying a quiet evening...
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Engagement photography session tips

July 19, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Going through some images from over this past year and pulled o...
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My favorite part of photographing your wedding day

July 15, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Ok, so I’m just gonna come out and say it... Out of all the thi...
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Engagement photography in Fuquay Varina

July 15, 2020 - This past weekend I had the pleasure of photographing Dillon and Chloe's engagement session at the Carrol Howard Johnson...
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Happy memories from the Leatherwood Mountains Resort

July 13, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Good memories from Aaron and Kassi’s outdoor wedding this past...
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More of this

July 11, 2020 - View this post on Instagram If you see less of me, I'm doing more. Of this... This year has...
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A doorway

July 09, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world. -John Muir...
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No words needed

July 05, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Her smile says it all:) After A&K’s ceremony was complete, the...
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Virtual recieving line

July 03, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Something good to come out of this challenging pandemic are the...
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Making the best of the time I've got

June 30, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Good morning from Craggy Gardens, NC. I’m getting ready to lead...
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Short but sweet Raleigh elopement ceremony in the age of social distancing

June 29, 2020 - View this post on Instagram This lovely couple were married a few weeks ago in Raleigh by t...
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The real hero moments

June 25, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Thinking about the term “hero moments” in regards to wedding ph...
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What I've been up to this spring since wedding season has been postponed here in N.C.

June 24, 2020 - If you see less of me, I'm doing more. Of this. This year has been interesting to say the least! As a North Carol...
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Noise control for outdoor wedding ceremony locations

June 21, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Tips for choosing an outdoor wedding venue... Noise Control. Ca...
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Golden hour engagement photography at the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, NC

June 13, 2020 - View this post on Instagram These two were made for one another:) Enjoying a quiet evening...
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One of my favorite wedding days ever, a rainy afternoon in the Blue Ridge mountains

June 10, 2020 - Looking back over the years, I've been blessed to have photograph so many beautiful wedding days. One of my favorites is...
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Thinking about getting married outdoors in the Raleigh area?

June 05, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Thinking about getting married outdoors in the Raleigh area? Th...
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Happy wedding photography memories from the NC musem of Art

May 31, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Getting ready to head into Raleigh today to photograph Marissa...
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She made her own wedding dress!

May 29, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Sorry it’s been a while since my last post, I’ve been waiting u...
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One of my fav's

May 27, 2020 - View this post on Instagram This is my favorite shot from Andrew and Betsy’s wedding day. B...
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Wedding party group portraits from downtown Raleigh

May 25, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Getting everyone together for a wedding party shot downtown was...
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3D wedding photography from Craggy Pinacle

May 23, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Days in the woods like this, with the rain, the fog and a beaut...
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Sorting the summer engagement photography portfolio

May 17, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Going through my work this evening deciding what makes the cut...
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What's my wedding photography style?

May 15, 2020 - Illustrative style~ My style, has been described as a pleasing blend of modern and emotive photo journalistic elements,...
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Spring engagement sessions in Raleigh, NC

May 15, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Going through some images from over this past year and pulled o...
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Outdoor wedding tip- get your game on

May 13, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Outdoor wedding Tip- Game on! One of the joys of planning an ou...
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Outdoor and backyard wedding tips for furry friends

May 09, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Outdoor and Backyard wedding Tip/ Don’t forget your furry best...
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Backyard outdoor wedding tip- light it up!

May 05, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Outdoor & backyard wedding Tip/ A huge perk of a backyard weddi...
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Backyard wedding Tip- get a dancefloor

May 03, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Backyard wedding Tip/ What’s a backyard wedding reception witho...
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Life at home for now

May 01, 2020 - View this post on Instagram It’s such a weird time rn to be a wedding ‘tog. Without a sprin...
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What I've been up to this spring as a North Carolina wedding photographer

April 30, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Even though my wedding photography season has been postponed, I...
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Backyard wedding Tip/ It's your day, give it a theme!

April 16, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Backyard Wedding Tip/ It’s your story, give it a theme! No matt...
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Backyard wedding Tip/ Get your get ready room ready!

April 14, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Backyard wedding Tip/ Get your get ready room ready! Double che...
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Outdoor wedding tip: Beautify your space

April 12, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Backyard wedding Tip: Beautify your space. If you have around 2...
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Where to go to take portraits for a backyard wedding

April 10, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Backyard wedding planning tip: Ask yourself, where would I like...
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Changes

April 08, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Wow what a week it has been... Lots of changes in such a short...
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An evening of backyard wedding photography in Pinehurst N.C.

April 08, 2020 - One of my favorite backyard weddings was captured at Ryan and Patricia's family's home in Pinehurst North Carolina. I ar...
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Outdoor wedding ceremony noise control

April 04, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Tips for choosing an outdoor wedding venue... Noise Control. Ca...
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Light it up! Outdoor wedding cermeony tips...

April 02, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Lighting... Lighting is something that many brides and grooms f...
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Getting married at the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh? I want to be your photographer!

April 01, 2020 - My favorite place to photograph a wedding day or engagement session in Raleigh N.C. is the J.C. Raulston Arboretum. This...
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Choosing an outdoor wedding venue with a naturally beautiful backdrop

March 31, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Natural Beauty... One of the biggest perks of opting for an out...
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Worried about rain on your outdoor wedding day?

March 29, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Rain.... Worried about rain ruining your outdoor wedding day? D...
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Holding a civil ceremony wedding or elopement in the Raleigh area in the era of Covid-19

March 25, 2020 - Ready to make it legal here in the Triangle by eloping via a civil ceremony or holding a small outdoor wedding? Here is...
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Finding the perfect outdoor wedding venue 4.

March 22, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Prepare For Wind! No doubt, wind can be a challenging issue on...
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Finding the perfect outdoor wedding venue 3.

March 19, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Rain.... Worried about rain ruining your outdoor wedding day? D...
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Finding the perfect outdoor wedding venue 1.

March 13, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Hosting a successful outdoor wedding really comes down to findi...
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Neither rain, sleet nor snow will dampen the spirit of your wedding day

March 11, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Another cloudy day with rain on the way here in N.C. Reminds me...
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Why the unplanned moments matter in wedding photography

March 07, 2020 - View this post on Instagram The dress hanging in a window. The First Look. The First Kiss....
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Golden hour engagement photos at the JC Raulston Arboretum

March 06, 2020 - View this post on Instagram These two were made for one another:) Enjoying a quiet evening...
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Thoughts on a rainy morning

February 22, 2020 - View this post on Instagram A quiet morning so far... I’ve just finished sorting the photos...
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Dreaming of cold weather engagement sessions

February 20, 2020 - View this post on Instagram ‪Finally cooling off here in North Carolina! Got me dreaming ab...
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To this day, this is one of my favorite mountain weddings ever

February 19, 2020 - Sometimes things don't go exactly as planned. It's OK though because no matter what, your wedding day is a happy occasio...
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Do you know how grateful I am to have you all in my life?

February 18, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Got up early yesterday morning to check up on a Bald Eagle nest...
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Rainy day engagement session in Boone N.C. and love for Canon

February 16, 2020 - View this post on Instagram One of my favorite engagement sessions was this one in the moun...
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What I really enjoy photographing the most on a wedding day

February 10, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Ok, so I’m just gonna come out and say it... Out of all the thi...
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Wedding photography off season happenings

February 08, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Counting down the weeks until my wedding photography season beg...
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Wondering what to wear for your engagement session?

February 06, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Happy memories from Eddie & Roberta’s engagement session at the...
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Why I love photographing barn weddings here in North Carolina

February 05, 2020 - Barn weddings are one of my favorites to photograph here in central North Carolina. Each of these rustic venues presents...
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How soon should I start planning my wedding day?

January 31, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Real marriage proposals are such an exciting thing to photograp...
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Real Hero Moments : The Art of Candid Portraiture

January 29, 2020 - Thinking about the term “hero moments” in regards to wedding photography this morning... Usually this phrase is used to...
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Wedding photography off-season

January 27, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Happy Monday! Greetings from my new office space. Finally have...
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My favorite engagement photos

January 26, 2020 - View this post on Instagram My favorite kind of engagement sessions are ones where we can m...
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Downtown Raleigh engagement photo tips

January 19, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Going through some images from over this past year and pulled o...
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Engagement photos from the JC Raulston Arboretum with Brad & Kelly

January 12, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Here are a selection of my favorites from Brad and Marissa’s au...
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What to wear for your engagement session : Downtown Raleigh edition

January 06, 2020 - View this post on Instagram Going through some images from over this past year and pulled o...
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Wedding photography color matters : Nature is my aesthetic

January 04, 2020 - View this post on Instagram One of the things I’m particularly concerned with when it comes...
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This moment matters

January 03, 2020 - View this post on Instagram The minister praying with the couple and their families during...
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Cold hands, warm hearts : Wintertime engagement photo tips in N.C.

January 01, 2020 - There's a lot to keep in mind when you're scheduling your engagement photos, from what you should (and shouldn't!) wear...
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Reverse toast

December 31, 2019 - View this post on Instagram This couple did the reverse wedding toast thing. They roasted t...
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Not good at being trendy

December 29, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Loving that summertime emerald glow. I think it’s important to...
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Your constant companion

December 27, 2019 - View this post on Instagram This is love. The one you will travel the world with, this cons...
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Raleigh Wedding Photography 2019 Year In Review

December 25, 2019 - Now that 2019 is coming to a close, I thought I'd share some of my favorite weddings and engagement sessions in Raleigh...
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Getting that first kiss shot on wedding day

December 23, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Awww, I love getting that first kiss pic just right. Nothing be...
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The best kind of wedding reception portraits

December 21, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Folks were getting down on the dance floor at Brian and Jenn’s...
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Happy engagement photo moments in the Bog Garden in Greensboro

December 19, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Happy memories from Matt and Delilah’s engagement session last...
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Wedding photo moments from the River Ridge golf Club in Raleigh, N.C.

December 18, 2019 - Now that the season has ended, I’ve been reflecting on the weddings that I’ve photographed this past year. Thought I’d r...
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A cool looking tree on top of a foggy mountain

December 17, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Nearby, we also found a cool looking tree at Craggy Gardens tha...
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Happy memories from Matt and Delilah's Greensboro N.C. springtime engagement session

December 15, 2019 - Happy memories from Matt and Delilah’s engagement session last April at the Bog Garden and downtown Greensboro, N.C. Go...
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My first Tea Ceremony wedding photos

December 13, 2019 - View this post on Instagram This was my first time photographing a Tea Ceremony. I had assu...
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A thought on backyard weddings

December 13, 2019 - So just in case I’ve never mentioned it before, I freak’n adore capturing backyard wedding ceremonies. I think it’s awes...
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Getting yelled at by a cow

December 11, 2019 - Trent & Taylor’s rainy mountain engagement session in Boone, N.C. was amazing. It rained. The autumn leaves were brigh...
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Why I love an imperfect portrait

December 11, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Yeah, there’s a hand stretched across my pic. Lol, I love this...
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Wedding reception photos matter

December 11, 2019 - One of the things that a few couples may forget to consider when searching for their wedding photographer is to check ou...
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Of raindrops and the details of wedding day get ready time

December 10, 2019 - View this post on Instagram A quiet morning so far... I’ve just finished sorting the photos...
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Yates Mill Park in Raleigh for engagement sessions

December 09, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Yesterday I took the opportunity to head over to Yates Mill Par...
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Someday that will be me

December 08, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Someday, my husband and I will be the Moms and Dads pictured wi...
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Rooftop engagement photos in Raleigh

December 07, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Just putting it out there that I like working in cities where I...
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What I do when I am not being a wedding photographer

December 07, 2019 - View this post on Instagram With three unique habitats in one spot, Yates Mill Park is a gr...
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Golden hour engagement portraits at the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, N.C.

December 06, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Love taking golden hour engagement pics at the Arboretum in the...
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Popped!

December 05, 2019 - Lol, love a good happy cork off moment shared between a bride and her groom! The Champagne looked like a silver ribbon...
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An all time favorite from Yates Mill Park in Raleigh, NC

December 04, 2019 - View this post on Instagram One of my all time favorites from a winter engagement session a...
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10 Tips for pulling off a great outdoor wedding day in North Carolina

December 04, 2019 - What could be more beautiful and romantic than holding an outdoor wedding? Whether at a beach, park, backyard or golf co...
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This is what my Instgram account would look like if...

December 03, 2019 - View this post on Instagram This is what my Instagram account would look like if I combined...
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Fall Engagement photography at the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh

December 01, 2019 - The thing I love about engagement sessions is that it gives me a chance to get to know my couples before their wedding d...
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Golf courses are actually pretty awesome places to get married

November 17, 2019 - Have I mentioned that I love photographing weddings at Golf Courses? Yah, that may be surprising to a few because I’m b...
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Cheers to cool winter engagement sessions

November 11, 2019 - Finally cooling off here in North Carolina! Got me dreaming about all the best cold weather engagement photography sessi...
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It’s about people, not things

November 09, 2019 - Love that you can see @shirlzb_harvey ‘s face through her veil as she makes her way up the aisle towards her husband to...
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What matters the most on your wedding day

November 07, 2019 - This is the kind of reaction that I think matters to my brides during their first look time on wedding day. Nothing bet...
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Engagement portraits at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh North Carolina

November 06, 2019 - Check out these sweet photos of Marissa and Bradley from their engagement session I captured a few weeks ago at the JC R...
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Why color authenticity matters

November 03, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Here’s why your wedding photos will share a natural color vibe...
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Love from half a world away

November 01, 2019 - View this post on Instagram It’s really inspiring to learn the love stories of how it all b...
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Your outdoor wedding photography specialist in North Carolina

October 30, 2019 - Having an outdoor, backyard, resort or private estate wedding here in North Carolina? I want to be your wedding photogr...
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Golden Hour engagement photos at the JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

October 28, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Eddie and Roberta’s engagement session at the JC Raulston Arbor...
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Enjoying editing time

October 24, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Enjoying a nice morning at the editing desk working on Geoff &...
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Still beautiful under cloudy skies

October 22, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Even under cloudy skies, it’s hard to beat the JC Raulston Arbo...
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Gorgeous engagement photography at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum

October 02, 2019 - Recently, I had the honor of photographing Eddie and Roberta's engagement session in Raleigh, N.C. With their wedding da...
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Wildlife during the week, weddings and engagements on the weekends!

September 25, 2019 - I LOVE my job! It is an absolute dream to have the opportunity to earn a living by taking pictures of awesome people and...
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Golden dappled awesomeness

September 12, 2019 - View this post on Instagram As the sun set lower in the sky, the light filtered through the...
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My favorite engagement photography location, the J.C. Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh N.C.

September 11, 2019 - Central North Carolina is wonderful place to be a wedding photographer. With a ton of great places to hold engagement se...
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One of the prettiest places in Raleigh for an engagement photography session

September 10, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Love taking golden hour engagement pics at the Arboretum in the...
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A 3D engagement photography portrait from the JC Raulston Arboretum

September 08, 2019 - View this post on Instagram A 3D engagement portrait captured with my Canon 5DS:) So, origi...
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In love under an emerald canopy

September 06, 2019 - View this post on Instagram With all of the rain and hot weather we’ve had here in central...
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At the JC Raulston Arboretum,a beautiful backdrop for engagement portraits

September 04, 2019 - View this post on Instagram There’s a neat looking arched walkway in the Klein White Garden...
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One of the things I like best about holding an engagement session at the JCRA

September 02, 2019 - View this post on Instagram One of the things I like best about holding an engagement sessi...
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Absolutely in love with that golden hour glow!

August 30, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Last weeks engagement session at the JC Raulston Arboretum with...
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Summer engagement photography at the JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh North Carolina

August 28, 2019 - Last week, I met up Geoff and Sarah at the JC Raulston Arboretum to hold their engagement session on a stormy summer aft...
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What motivates you to travel far and wide to document a millisecond (or a thousand)?

August 21, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Going through my work this evening deciding what makes the cut...
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Engagement Photography pic of the day: Dancing in the streets of downtown Raleigh

August 19, 2019 - Engagement sessions should be fun! Jen and Brian fully embraced this idea and went all out with a ballroom dance on the...
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Engagement Photography pic of the day: Downtown in the City of Oaks

August 17, 2019 - I adore going to downtown Raleigh to photograph engagement sessions. It's such a beautiful city and there's plenty of pi...
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Engagement Photography pic of the day: Golden hour engagement portrait with sunflowers

August 15, 2019 - I love this picture! We had planned to go the sunflower field at Dix Park for their engagement session but the flowers w...
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Engagement Photography pic of the day: A waterfall kiss at Yates Mill Park

August 13, 2019 - One of my favorite engagement portraits that I've taken in the wintertime at Yates Mill Park is this one. The lighting w...
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Engagement Photography pic of the day: Love and laughter in Greensboro

August 10, 2019 - There is no greater joy in life that spending time with people who have the ability to make you laugh and set a heart at...
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Great in any light

August 04, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Loved getting this sweet expression on Aaron’s face as Kassie m...
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First pic's from a wedding using the Canon 5DS

August 03, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Wow, what a weekend I had. Lol, Saturday & Sunday weddings outs...
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Engagement photography at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum

July 29, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Couldn’t be happier that #engagementseason has arrived! I’ve go...
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Engagement portrait at the N.C. Museum of Art, Raleigh N.C.

July 09, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Got to love the NC Museum of Art for an evening engagement sess...
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Engagement photography fav of the day - on the sand at Goose Creek Park

June 26, 2019 - It was worth the trip all the way out to Washington North Carolina's Goose Creek Park to capture Kayla & Ryans engagemen...
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Engagement photography fav of the day - downtown Raleigh glass and brick romance

June 23, 2019 - I love taking pictures out in the country. If you've spent more then 30 seconds here on my website that is probably pret...
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Random facts about me

June 21, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Picked up my camera this morning and shot random things around...
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Engagement photography fav of the day - waterfall engagement at Yates Mill Park Raleigh

June 19, 2019 - Love, love, love taking engagement pictures at Yates Mill Park in Raleigh. Especially on a cloudy day in front of the wa...
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Told ya I was a bird nerd

June 18, 2019 - Getting a ton of work editing done today and am excited for you to check out tomorrows blog post on the wedding that I p...
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Engagement photography fav of the day - Dancing in the streets Raleigh, NC

June 16, 2019 - Channeling my inner Van Halen with this one, lol!
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Engagement photography fav of the day - Greensboro Bog Garden

June 12, 2019 - Who knew someplace called a "bog" would end up being such a pretty place to take engagement photos?
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A hike in the woods and a trip to the bird sanctuary

June 12, 2019 - With wedding season in full swing, I have had to cut back on my weekly hiking adventures which means when I am able to s...
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Outta town and into the country for a couple of hours

June 11, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Finally getting a chance to sit down and check out some of the...
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Engagement photography fav of the day - Eno Park Durham river kiss

June 10, 2019 - Eno Park is an awesome place to hold an engagement session. Gorgeous sparkling colors everywhere!
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Rare selfie alert, haha

June 09, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Good morning:) I’ve arrived at my photo shoot location at a far...
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The in between moments

June 05, 2019 - View this post on Instagram When people think about wedding photography they usually envisi...
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A little luck goes a long way

June 03, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Ok. I’ve got a confession to make... Sometimes I get really luc...
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Dancing in the Streets

May 31, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Channeling my inner Van Halen al’a Dancing in the Streets 🎶for...
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Engagement Photography fun downtown Raleigh N.C.

May 29, 2019 - On of the best parts about my job is the opportunity to get to know my couples and have fun with them while shooting the...
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Brick and glass

May 21, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Josh, Dina and I wrapped up their engagement session in the are...
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Around the world back home to you

May 19, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Josh and Dina were born in faraway countries thousands of miles...
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The world is yours for the taking

May 17, 2019 - View this post on Instagram This is the kind of confidence that finding the love of your li...
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Feel comfortable, confident and relaxed

May 15, 2019 - View this post on Instagram I wholeheartedly encourage my couples to wear whatever they hav...
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“Don’t listen to what they say. Go see.”

May 13, 2019 - View this post on Instagram “Don’t listen to what they say. Go see.” That quote fits my per...
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On the rooftop in downtown Raleigh for a n engagement session

May 11, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Just putting it out there that I like working in cities where I...
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When it all works out

May 09, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Enjoying a cup of coffee while sorting pics on grey, rainy morn...
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For the love of post production

April 30, 2019 - View this post on Instagram At the editing desk today and am nearly done with these photos...
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Spring engagement session at Yates Mill Pond

April 25, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Yesterday I took the opportunity to head over to Yates Mill Par...
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Hi!

April 23, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Hi ya! So glad I took a break from desk work today to get outsi...
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Our story

April 17, 2019 - View this post on Instagram So today has been a great day! it’s not often that I’ll share u...
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Outgoing, hard working, intelligent, and kind hearted

April 15, 2019 - View this post on Instagram It’s been pretty cool to have had the opportunity to meet and w...
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Colorado on my mind

April 07, 2019 - View this post on Instagram I’ve been thinking about planning another trip out to Colorado...
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Passing the wedding photography test

April 01, 2019 - View this post on Instagram The wedding party and I were driving in separate vehicles and t...
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Like birds of a feather...

March 26, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Enjoying a chilly sunrise this morning from my porch(see 2nd pi...
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Lakeside

March 24, 2019 - View this post on Instagram Finally done working today and am enjoying an early afternoon a...
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Looking up

February 17, 2019 - The moon looks pretty tonight, just had to get a quick pic:) It’s good to get outside and just look up at the sky, to g...
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A walk at Yates Mill Park

February 12, 2019 - Yesterday I took the opportunity to head over to Yates Mill Park in Raleigh for a quick hike around the pond. This is a...
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Sneak peek from today's engagement session in downtown Raleigh

February 08, 2019 - Today has been a great day! it’s not often that I’ll share unedited pics here on the blog, but I just had to share a cou...
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Wedding photography style breakdown

January 21, 2019 - Wondering what kind of wedding photography style might suit your needs best? Well it depends on wether or not you like t...
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2019 List of favorite locations to photograph engagement sessions in the Raleigh area

January 16, 2019 - Here is the updated 2019 list of my favorite places to photograph engagement sessions here in the Raleigh area and beyon...
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My favorite winter engagement photo session at Yates Mill Park

December 21, 2018 - Now that engagement season is upon us I thought you might want to check out my all-time favorite December engagement ses...
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Engaged? Now is the time to book your engagement photo session in Raleigh!

December 19, 2018 - Engagement season has arrived! Even though it's December, now is the time to book your winter or springtime engagem...
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In the age of A.I., what is the value of the authentic vs. marketable aesthetic?

December 18, 2018 - In the age of A.I., do authentically captured photographs even matter to anyone? Feels like the value of deliverable (s...
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Thank you

December 16, 2018 - To past & current clients... So, I don’t know if I’ve ever posted something like this... I wanted to tell you guys that...
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Morning coffee with Nemo

December 14, 2018 - View this post on Instagram Went out on the porch this morning with a cup of coffee and fou...
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My first paid images

December 08, 2018 - My journey as a professional photographer began many years ago taking photographs of the world around me. I was drawn to...
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Check out the Silvercord Event Photography Wedding Guide here

December 05, 2018 - Here are some helpful tips and service information for all of my Silvercord couples (and the client's to be) out there....
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Who knew fungi could look so pretty?

November 23, 2018 - Personal Instagram Silvercord behind the scenes View this post on Instagram...
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Judge me by what I love...

November 20, 2018 - One of the things that I've struggled with over the years is how to best talk about who I am, and what I am all about on...
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Dancing through the fog at the top of the mountain

November 20, 2018 - The fog here at Craggy Gardens was just the perfect kind of wedding photography magic on their wedding day as Andrey & K...
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Dreaming of a Spanish moss ceremony

November 19, 2018 - Personal Instagram Silvercord behind the scenes, Spanish moss anyone? View this post on Instagram...
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In love at Goose Creek Park at sunset

October 29, 2018 - View this post on Instagram Finding a beach spot for in unexpected place to photograph enga...
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Goose Creek Park Washington NC sunset engagement photos

October 27, 2018 - View this post on Instagram After a speedy drive from Little Washington, we arrived just in...
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Golden hour has just begun

October 25, 2018 - View this post on Instagram One of the things on my photog bucket list is to spend more tim...
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Exploring new places

October 23, 2018 - View this post on Instagram I love exploring new places with my photography clients. We fou...
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Taking the time to enjoy spending time with the one you love

October 21, 2018 - View this post on Instagram R & K enjoying the moment snuggled on bench in downtown Washing...
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Engagement photography in downtown Washington NC

October 19, 2018 - View this post on Instagram 3 weeks ago I had the pleasure of photographing this couple, K&...
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Silvercord Event Photography offers gorgeous wedding albums!

October 15, 2018 - View this post on Instagram It’s the middle of the year and I thought it would be cool to p...
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Lots of interesting engagement photoshoot locations downtown Raleigh

September 25, 2018 - Working as a photographer here in the Raleigh area affords me with a number of neat locations to host an engagement sess...
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Engagement photography session downtown Raleigh N.C.

September 19, 2018 - Yes, I'm known as an outdoor wedding and engagement photographer which most people associate with green trees and sunny...
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Engagement photography downtown Washington NC and sunset pics at Goose Creek State Park

September 05, 2018 - Last week I had the pleasure of meeting up with Kayla and Ryan to photograph their engagement session on the waterfront...
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Summer engagement photography with 3 dogs at Harris Lake Park in NC

August 22, 2018 - My clients M & K wanted to hold their engagement session in the woods to complement their wedding photos which will take...
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Time to schedule your Fall engagement session with Silvercord Event Photography

August 15, 2018 - As we enter the dog days of August here in the Raleigh area, I just wanted to put it out there to let you know that if y...
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An evening engagement photography session at the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh NC

July 25, 2018 - One of the best parts about living here in NC is enjoying nearly 11 months a great weather for taking photos outside. Th...
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Engagement photography in downtown Raleigh at Fred Fletcher Park

July 11, 2018 - I was so pleased to make a return to Fred Fletcher Park last week to photograph this beautiful engagement session for my...
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My ideal wedding photography clients

June 02, 2018 - I am seriously lucky to get to work with people like this! These two (J & M) had a great sense of humor and shared a che...
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Raleigh Engagement photography at N.C. State University

April 11, 2018 - I love going to the campus of N.C. State University with my couples for engagement sessions. It is such a pretty school...
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Wedding photography at the Faith Bible Fellowship Church in Raleigh

March 28, 2018 - Some of you may remember the winter engagement session I held at Yates Mill Park with these two lovely people S & B....
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Engagement photography at Yates Mill Park and downtown Fuquay Varina North Carolina

March 07, 2018 - I had my work cut out for me during my engagement session at Yates Mill Pond Park and downtown Fuquay Varina this past w...
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Wintertime engagement photography session highlights, Raleigh N.C.

February 14, 2018 - Ya, it's cold outside, but doesn't mean that engagement season is over! By: Sally Siko Here are a few of the highlights...
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Q and A session with wedding photographer Sally Siko of Raleigh NC Silvercord Event Photography

January 31, 2018 - You've got questions? I've got answers! Q. Who are you and where are you from? A. My name is Sally A. Siko, I'm the ow...
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Winter engagement photography session at Yates Mill Park in Raleigh NC

December 27, 2017 - Winter engagement photography session at Yates Mill Park in Raleigh NC Check out this gorgeous engagement session that I...
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My favorite engagement photography session locations in Raleigh North Carolina

August 25, 2017 - Where I love to photograph my client's engagement photography sessions locations in the Triangle and beyond... As a wed...
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A few of my favorite photos from my portfolio

August 02, 2017 - I will be on the road this week headed to the Florida Keys for a working vacation of sorts so I thought while I am away...
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Raleigh NC engagement session location spotlight- The JC Raulston Arboretum

July 12, 2017 - One of the best things about being an engagement photographer here in North Carolina is that no matter the time of year,...
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Engagement photography, fun at the beach in Surf City North Carolina

April 08, 2017 - One of the best parts of my job of being a wedding and engagement photographer is getting the opportunity to get to know...
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Four seasons of engagement photography at Harris Lake Park Raleigh NC

March 16, 2017 - Spring, summer, fall or winter, it's always a good time of year to take engagement portraits at Harris Lake Park... Ther...
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Historic Yates Mill County Park engagement photography, Raleigh North Carolina

March 09, 2017 - Found in the heart of central NC, Historic Yates Mill County Park serves as an excellent place to capture gorgeous engag...
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Raleigh Engagement photography at the JC Raulston Arboretum

March 03, 2017 - Springtime is almost here! I am so excited for this engagement photography season to start... It is March 3rd and I am d...
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Engagement photography at Lake Wheeler Park North Carolina

February 20, 2017 - Raleigh area engagement photography at Lake Wheeler Park My clients G & K wanted to hold their engagement session at a d...
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Behind the scenes, wedding photography post production

January 26, 2017 - What happens after the wedding photographer takes the photos? As a wedding photographer one very cool aspect of my weekl...
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Bringing your dog to your engagement photography shoot

January 24, 2017 - Want to include your furry sidekick in your engagement photos? Here are a few suggestions to help make this a fun experi...
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Engagement and wedding photography under stormy skies

January 20, 2017 - From thunderstorms to hurricanes and ice storms, the weather here in central NC can get pretty crazy! No worries though,...
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Thoughts from your wedding Raleigh photographer, Carpe Diem 2017

January 20, 2017 - Cheers to the year ahead, 2017 is going to be awesome! Its January 20th and here I sit at my desk going over my booking...
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Winter engagement photography in Raleigh

December 05, 2016 - Winter engagement photography in Raleigh The weather has grown colder, the leaves are changing and the skies are that ma...
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Autumn engagement photography at Harris Lake Park

November 28, 2016 - Autumn engagement photography at Harris Lake Park Fall is my absolute favorite time year to capture engagement photograp...
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Vintage inspired engagement photos in Fayetteville NC

June 09, 2016 - Vintage inspired engagement photos in Fayetteville NC My clients N & S wanted to showcase a unique style for their engag...
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My favorite engagement photography locations in Raleigh NC

January 20, 2016 - My Favorite Engagement photography locations in Raleigh NC and beyond.. I am often asked where the best engagement...
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Raleigh engagement photography + The Rand Bryan House + E & L

August 05, 2015 - Engagement photography at the Rand Bryan House, Raleigh NC One of the best things about my job is the chance to meet and...
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Engagement photography + Wedding Photography + Maternity portraits | love | Durham, Raleigh

January 05, 2015 - First comes love, then comes marriage here comes A & C with a...well you know the rest! Engagement photography locati...
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Raleigh NC engagement photography + The NC Museum of Art + M & V

December 23, 2014 - Raleigh engagement photography at the North Carolina Museum of Art~ As a Raleigh engagement photographer I am often ask...
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What will my Raleigh summer engagement photography session look like in July?

December 20, 2014 - What will my Raleigh summer engagement photography session look like in July? Photography taken at the NC museum of Art...
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What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in June?

December 20, 2014 - What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in June? Photography taken downtown in Raleigh, NC...
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What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in May?

December 20, 2014 - What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in May? Photography at The JC Raulston Arboretum i...
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What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in April?

December 20, 2014 - What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in April? Photography at The NC Museum of Art in Ra...
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What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in March?

December 20, 2014 - What will my Raleigh spring engagement photography session look like in March? Photography NC State University in Ralei...
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Raleigh engagement Photography + Yates Mill Park + T & B

December 03, 2014 - Engagement photography location -Yates Mill Farm Park, Raleigh NC When it comes to scheduling engagement photography s...
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Engagement photography + Harris Lake + Raleigh + M & T

December 03, 2014 - Engagement photography location -Harris Lake Park, NC My clients and M & T chose the beautiful Harris Lake Park ju...
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Raleigh Engagement Photography + NC State Campus + C&M

December 03, 2014 - Engagement Photography location - The Campus of NC State at the Memorial Bell tower, downtown Raleigh North Carolina...
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Engagement photos | Raleigh | The JC Raulston Arboretum | C & B

December 03, 2014 - Engagement photography location -The JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, NC Now that December has arrived I'm starting t...
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Engagement photography | Raleigh | The JC Raulston Arboretum | A&A

December 03, 2014 - Engagement photography location -Raleigh NC at the JC Ralston Arboretum When it comes to finding the perfect location...
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Engagement Photography + Yates Mill Farm Park + Raleigh NC + fun portraits with Camouflage

April 11, 2014 - Yates Mill Farm Park Engagement Photography There is hardly a better place to hold an engagement photography sess...
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NC State Engagement Photography+ Memorial Bell Tower + Raleigh

April 11, 2014 - Engagement Photography at the NC State Campus in Raleigh NC Nothing beats a spring day in Raleigh NC. The warmer we...
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NC Museum of Art + Engagement Photography + Raleigh + W & E

April 11, 2014 - An engagement photography session at the NC Museum of Art in Raleigh NC. The NC Museum of Art is one of my favorite p...
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Yates Mill Park + Engagement + Photography

December 05, 2013 - Engagement Photography location: Yates Mill Farm Park, Raleigh NC Yates Mill Park is a interesting place to che...
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Pullen Park + Engagement Photography + Raleigh NC

December 05, 2013 - Engagement photography location: Pullen Park, Raleigh NC When it comes to finding that perfect spot to pop the ques...
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JC Raulston + Engagement Photography + Raleigh NC

December 05, 2013 - Engagement photography location: the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh NC October in NC is a splendid month to hold an...
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Raleigh Engagement Photography + The NC Museum of Art + Z & W

June 26, 2013 - Engagement Photography location - The NC Museum of Art, Raleigh NC Sometimes you just get lucky in life, in my case I...
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Real marriage proposal | undercover engagement photography | Raleigh NC

November 30, 2012 - My client M. wanted to surprise his girlfriend with a marriage proposal caught on camera so that he could have that mome...
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