I'm a documentary and editorial style wedding photographer with a focus on natural emotions and organic moments to create timeless memories

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An Elegant Wedding at Kindred in Carolina Beach, NC

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Rachel & Joe chose a new venue in Carolina Beach, North Carolina called Kindred Weddings & Events. It is a stunning newly renovated backdrop for the perfect casual yet chic wedding. The couple chose a timeless Spring color palette along with modern touches of patterned linens and unique, whimsical floral displays for their ceremony.

Rachel wore a beautiful gown that was structured like a work of art. Joe matched perfectly with a classic suit and tie. The couple celebrated tying the knot with a fun cake cutting and a martini tower, and partied into the night!

Congrats to Rachel & Joe!

Offering a classic style with a modern edge, I focus on documentary-style photography that tells the true story of your day. With an eye for the in-between moments, I'm able to create timeless, heartfelt photos. If you’re dreaming of wedding photographs that feel natural, genuine, and full of emotion, let’s connect and start planning how to capture your love story!

Where classic & Nostalgic vibes collide

I believe that art is made

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As a Wilmington NC wedding photographer, I love capturing raw and genuine moments for my couples. After becoming a wedding photographer almost six years ago, it has since become much more than a job of taking photos for people, it's about creating an experience for my couples that will last a lifetime. 

I always say I have the best job in the world because a lot of the time it hardly feels like work (except when I'm doing my admin tasks!) But aside from my passion for photographing weddings,

I absolutely love spending time outdoors, riding horses, and sipping margs on the beach. But most of all, I love hanging out with Husband, our two little girls, and our wild pup. 

I'm COLETTE.

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