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Weddings & Elopements

Emotive, documentary-style coverage of your day—from the big moments to the quiet ones.

Price :$1,800 – $4,500

For love stories that choose meaning over spectacle.

Whether it’s a quiet ceremony in the woods, a barefoot elopement on a mountain ridge, or a small gathering filled with intention—I’m here to document your day with calm presence and honest care.

I don’t do stiff posing or big productions.
I watch. I listen. I capture what’s real: the in-between moments, the wind in your hair, the way your partner looks at you when no one else is watching.

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Perfect for

  1. 01Intimate weddings & backyard celebrations
  2. 02Elopements in wild or meaningful places
  3. 03Couples who value feeling over performance
  4. 04Slow, intentional timelines and untraditional days

What’s Included

  1. 01Collaborative planning + pre-wedding consult
  2. 024 to 10 hours of photography coverage
  3. 03200–500 fully edited images (depending on coverage)
  4. 04High-resolution online gallery
  5. 05Optional 35mm film or Polaroid add-ons

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Testimonials

Real words from real clients, tied to the moments we created together.

  • "Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
    A woman in a striped wide-brimmed hat and a white sweater, resting her chin on her hand— Elena M., AshevillePortrait Session
  • "From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
    A woman with long dark hair looking into the camera outdoors— Mia & Jordan, AshevilleWeddings & Elopements
  • "Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
    A young man in a dark beanie looking up against a blue evening sky— Liam S., Creative DirectorLifestyle & Editorial
  • "His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
    A woman in a grey bucket hat resting her face in her hands— Sarah T., NGO Field ProducerTravel & Documentary

See what I do

I capture real moments with intention and clarity.

From quiet portraits to wild celebrations, every frame is rooted in story, light, and emotion.

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