Ever wonder what it really looks like to be a wedding photographer? Enjoy these authentic and sometimes awkward images of what it looks like on the other side of the lens!

Shout out to my awesome second shooters for capturing my best side…enjoy!

I’ll start the wedding day by photographing details.

Even if it means taking up the entire sidewalk, stealing a palm leaf…

commandeering tables…

…or working around confused beach-goers, trust me. I’ll be sure to find the best spot.

I will find the best place to photograph your dress, regardless of how many tourists there are.

I may hang your dress from a tiki hut, or photograph your rings on the sidewalk.

You may find me befriending the local wildlife

or assisting the bridesmaids.

Sometimes I may pretend that I am a bridesmaid.

Portrait time before the ceremony is one of my favorite times of the day. I can even make the guys smile.

When it’s time for the ceremony, I’m ready.

I’ll get up close and strike a pose.

Don’t worry if it rains on your wedding day.

I’m always prepared with umbrellas.

and I move very gracefully at lightning speeds.

I am a pro at fluffing dresses and veils. Shout out out to my second shooter, Shannon, for carrying my stool.

I will give you clear directions

and I love a long veil.

I may even borrow a groomsman to hold your veil.

Family photos are a breeze,

and sunset portraits are tons of fun.

At the reception, I get very excited about cake.

Like, really excited. I LOVE cake, and can even help cut it.

I don’t know what I’m doing here, but sand doesn’t bother me.

Neither do heights or cliffs.

We can hike to epic waterfalls

or wake up before the sun for a sunrise session on the beach.

Engagement sessions are a blast.

but my favorite part

Is getting to know you!