Engagement photos are our opportunity to learn each other's styles prior to working together on the wedding day. Wedding days fly by so fast, that I typically only have 15-20 minutes to capture all of your portraits as a couple. For this reason, having the opportunity to photograph you before your wedding allows me to learn and adapt to how I direct you, what angles look best on you, and what photos you like of yourself the most so I can emphasize all of those things on your wedding day. For this reason, engagements are not able to be removed as they play a critical role in bringing value to your wedding day investment.

Regarding mileage, I follow the standard IRS milage rate of reimbursement set each year and adjust that rate as it's updated. Milage fees become applicable once the session or wedding is more than a 40 mi round trip drive from 29687.

If the shoot location is between 200-500 miles round trip, I require a lodging stipend for the night before and night of your shoot, a meal stipend for all travel and shooting days, and the previously mentioned milage rate. This applies to all members of my team traveling for your project and is determined based on what is available + average costs in the city where your photos will be taken.

Anything above 500 miles requires a stipend for airfare, lodging, rental car, and per diems for myself and my team.

The following ranges are estimates only for a standard 8-10 hour wedding day. Your final investment is determined following your discovery call based on travel scope and coverage needed.

• Local clients (Greenville, SC area): Approximately $6,500-$8,500

• Regional clients within driving distance (2-6 hours from Greenville, SC): Approximately $7,000-$9,000

• US clients requiring a flight: Approximately $8,000-$10,500

• International clients: Approximately $9,500-$12,500

Coverage length depends on several factors we discuss together on your discovery call, including whether you're doing a first look, your ceremony length, venue logistics, wedding party size, and when you want coverage to end. Once we've talked through the details, I draft a sample timeline with your proposal so you can see exactly how your hours would be divided before booking.

Your planner is always welcome to join planning calls, but at least one client must be present for every meeting, and both clients are required for the final check-in one month out. My directing style is built around your chemistry as a couple, so building a working relationship with you directly is essential to the quality of your gallery.

Engagement sessions are available Monday through Friday, typically beginning 1.5 to 2 hours before sunset to take advantage of the best natural light.

Yes. Additional hours are available and priced based on your specific needs. Your custom proposal will include time estimates with reasoning so you understand the recommendation before booking. If additional time is needed later in the planning process, we'll determine the right amount together and adjust your invoice accordingly.

Most clients need more than 8 hours when one or more of the following applies:

CEREMONY AND RECEPTION ARE AT DIFFERENT VENUES

Travel between locations counts toward your booked hours, so split-venue weddings, including church ceremonies, typically require 1-2 additional hours to avoid rushing any portion of the day.

NO FIRST LOOK

Keeping you apart before the ceremony requires additional time before or after for portraits, especially with a large wedding party or family list.

LONG EVENT WITH A SEND-OFF

If your ceremony starts at 4pm and your send-off is at 10pm, 8 hours leaves very little time for pre-ceremony coverage without pulling you away from guests during the reception.

LONGER-THAN-AVERAGE CEREMONY

Ceremonies with multiple songs, readings, sermons, rituals, or personal vows often run longer than 30 minutes and can affect overall timeline needs.

These are the most common factors, but every wedding is different. Coverage needs are always discussed and outlined in detail on your discovery call and proposal.

Most wedding clients book 6 months to 1.5 years in advance, with 1 year being the ideal timeline. Booking a year out gives us enough time to schedule your engagement session, build a working relationship, and plan your gallery thoroughly before your wedding day. If you're less than a year out, it's still worth reaching out, dates do occasionally remain available depending on the season.

Yes, and I take a collaborative approach. When directing portraits alongside a videographer, I emphasize movement and storyline to create footage that's as compelling as the stills. When possible, I reach out to your videographer in advance to align on vision, timing, and style so we're working together rather than around each other. Having a videographer and photographer with similar experience levels and complementary styles makes a significant difference, so vetting how your vendors work together is worth considering early in your planning process.

To check availability, you'll need to submit a contact form with your preferred venue options and date range, as my availability is confirmed after our discovery call rather than before. Location affects both travel costs and our creative compatibility, so a finalized or narrowed-down venue list is needed before I can accurately quote your wedding. A booked venue is also required before officially reserving your date, as both the location and date must be confirmed on your photography agreement.