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We are a team of photographers inspired by the flow of the sea, with a common, deep passion for natural beauty, candid moments, belly laughs, and adventure. Because we strive to deeply connect with our clients, we’re able to capture the authentic, heart-stirring images we’re known for. Ultimately, our goal is to make our subjects feel effortlessly beautiful and at-ease in front of the camera, allowing each session to evoke the couple’s true relationship and selves. 

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A Classic Philadelphia Wedding at Vue on 50

A Classic Philadelphia Wedding at Vue on 50 Noelle and Johnpaul’s classic Philadelphia wedding, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Vue on 50, was full of elegance and charm. From the glittering skyline to the historic charm of Old City, every moment was infused with romance and joy, beautifully captured by our team of Philadelphia […]

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Engagements

A Summertime Philadelphia Engagement Session

A Summertime Philadelphia Engagement Session In a city steeped in history and bustling with energy, we joined Chau & Sam for a Philly engagement session that seamlessly blended the charm of a local bar with the beauty of a city stroll. The session began in a cozy Philadelphia bar, where the couple celebrated the start […]

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A Summertime Philadelphia Engagement Session

A Summertime Philadelphia Engagement Session It was so much fun capturing Carolyn & Joe’s Philadelphia engagement session! These two are so sweet and so in love. Fun fact: C&J have known each other since they were in second grade! Their love speaks for itself in their photos. We met them in Old City, Philly at […]

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Engagements

An Old City, Philadelphia Engagement Session

An Old City, Philadelphia Engagement Session Lydia & Jeff’s session was the perfect Old City, Philadelphia Engagement! The day started at Merchant’s Exchange building, which is one of our favorite spots for wedding and engagement photos in Philly. They brought along their pup for some family portraits, he was such a star! The surrounding area […]

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A Glamorous & Modern Philadelphia Cescaphe Wedding

A Glamorous & Modern Philadelphia Cescaphe Wedding Featured on Inspired By This! This Philadelphia Cescaphe wedding was glamorous, modern & timeless! Devon stunned in an elegant, off the shoulder gown from Sarah Seven. Matt’s deep blue tux from Thomas Clifford paired perfectly with the pops of blue and purple in the florals. The first look […]

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A September Philadelphia Wedding at The Lucy by Cescaphe

A September Philadelphia Wedding at The Lucy by Cescaphe Featured on Inspired By This! This September Philadelphia wedding embodied the warmth of late summer and early fall with plenty of natural elements like flowers and foliage, while also incorporating gold metallic tones and textures. The colors were sunset-inspired, with warm shades of dusty pink, peach, […]

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A Summertime Engagement Session At Valley Forge Historical Park

A Summertime Engagement Session At Valley Forge Historical Park We’re loving these photos from Tori & Mike’s engagement session! It was captured by Kelee at Valley Forge Historical Park in King of Prussia, PA. The couple started with a stroll around the memorial arch and made their way to a picnic setup complete with champagne […]

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Travel

7 Best Places To Visit While In Philadelphia For A Wedding

7 Best Places To Visit While In Philadelphia For A Wedding Many of the Philadelphia weddings we photograph include large groups of guests from out of town. As Philadelphia wedding photographers, we put together a list to easily share with your guests while they are in town for your Philly wedding! There’s so much to […]

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A Floral Fantasy Intimate Wedding at The River House at Odette’s

A Floral Fantasy Intimate Wedding at The River House at Odette’s We are so excited to share this intimate elopement that took place at River House at Odette’s. This new venue, while super convenient to Philadelphia is tucked away in the charming town of New Hope, PA, and it feels like a destination in itself. […]

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A Spring Wedding At Fairmount Horticultural Center

A Spring Wedding At Fairmount Park Horticultural Center The Fairmount Park Horticulture Center wedding venue is one of our all-time favorite wedding locations in the Philadelphia area! Fairmount Park Horticulture Center is a gorgeous greenhouse and is perfect for a Philadelphia wedding in any season because of it’s indoor and outdoor party spaces. There’s something […]

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A Modern Ivory Wedding At Cescaphe Ballroom In Philadelphia, PA

A Modern Ivory Wedding At Cescaphe Ballroom In Philadelphia, PA Cescaphe Ballroom is one of our favorite center city Philadelphia wedding venues! The ballroom and the surrounding area is stunning. The ivory stone buildings provide the most timeless backdrop for photos. Camille & Mark picked a color palette of champagne, blush and rose gold tones […]

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French Influenced Autumn Wedding at Cairnwood Estate

Cairnwood Estate Wedding Photographer As Seen On Mod Wedding Elyse & Nick’s November wedding at Cairnwood Estate was a day of old-world elegance and French influence at this Philadelphia wedding venue. Their color palette was made of neutral, dusty mauves and muted apricot with pops of cornflower blue and butter yellow. The florals were designed […]

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A Stylish and Lush Terrain Devon Wedding

A Stylish and Lush Terrain Devon Wedding This love story began nearly a decade ago when Aubrey and Joe were high school juniors. Years later, the two took a vacation to Charleston, North Carolina to celebrate their anniversary. Joe made the trip even more memorable with a heartfelt proposal. He proposed on one knee under […]

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Midwestern Boho Cactus Greenhouse Inspiration at a Fairmount Park Horticulture Center Wedding, Philadelphia | Magdalena Studios

As Seen On Ruffled Blog & Mod Wedding Clover Event Co. & Magdalena Photography partnered together to design this wedding at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center in Philadelphia. Drawing from the natural elements of the greenhouse, they designed the shoot around a palette of natural tans that were brought in through rattan elements, and accented it […]

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