About Me: Why I Fell in Love with Documenting Weddings

When I tell people I’m a wedding photographer, their eyes often light up with excitement—and that’s exactly how I want it to be. Because for me, photographing weddings isn’t just a job or a side hustle — it’s a calling. A true passion that’s woven into every frame I capture.

My Journey to Becoming a Wedding Photographer

Like many photographers, my story didn’t start with a camera in hand or a fancy degree. It started with a simple love of storytelling and a fascination with moments — those tiny, powerful flashes of emotion that tell a deeper story without words.

I first picked up a camera in my teens, capturing candid moments of family, friends, and everyday life. But it wasn’t until I attended a close friend’s wedding that I realized how much power photography has to freeze time — to preserve the intangible feelings of joy, nervousness, laughter, and love that surround a wedding day.

That day changed everything.

Why Weddings? Because Every Love Story Is Unique

What draws me most to weddings is that every single one is utterly unique. There’s no cookie-cutter formula, no “one size fits all” story. Every couple brings their own history, quirks, traditions, and dreams.

Documenting weddings lets me step into a world where love looks different for every couple. It’s a privilege to witness those authentic moments: the nervous glance before walking down the aisle, the tearful hug from a parent, the laughter shared with close friends during the reception.

To me, weddings aren’t just events — they’re deeply emotional, life-changing chapters in people’s stories.

The Beauty of Storytelling Through My Lens

I’m not interested in stiff, posed photos that look like they belong in a magazine. I want to capture the raw, honest moments that tell your love story authentically.

My style blends photojournalism and fine art photography, meaning I observe your day with a documentary eye, capturing emotion as it unfolds — but I also create timeless, artful portraits that showcase your personalities and love.

I shoot a mix of digital and film photography because I love the depth and warmth that film adds. There’s a softness and nostalgia in film that perfectly complements the emotional storytelling I aim for.

How My Own Experiences Shape My Work

Having experienced my own elopement in Mallorca, Spain, I understand the intimate and emotional power of weddings beyond the traditional format. That experience deepened my love for destination weddings and elopements, and it inspired me to specialize in capturing love stories anywhere in the world — from beaches to vineyards to mountain cliffs.

Every wedding I photograph is personal to me. I approach your day as if it were my own, honoring the trust you place in me to document your memories in the most authentic way.

Why I Believe Wedding Photography Matters

Photography is so much more than pretty pictures. It’s a time capsule. A way to relive your wedding day every time you glance at an image. It’s how your children and grandchildren will one day see the love you share.

That’s why I put my whole heart into every wedding I document. Because I know how important these memories are — and how fast time flies.

What It’s Like to Work With Me

When you book me as your photographer, you’re not just hiring someone to click a camera. You’re gaining a partner who cares deeply about your story, who listens to your vision, and who guides you through your wedding day with ease and grace.

I strive to make the photography experience fun, relaxed, and stress-free. From our first consultation to the day you receive your gallery, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Let’s Tell Your Story Together

If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who sees your day as more than just an event — who values honesty, emotion, and storytelling above all else — I’d love to connect.

Your wedding day deserves to be remembered exactly as it felt. And I’m here to capture that — with love, artistry, and heart.

Get in Touch

I’d be honored to learn about your love story and chat about how I can help document your wedding memories.

Brittany Blake

Virginia-Based Destination Wedding & Elopement Photographer.

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