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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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An Island Beach State Park Engagement Session

An Island Beach State Park Engagement Session Tiffany & Brian’s Island Beach State Park engagement session was so dreamy! We met up with them at golden hour and strolled through the park, located at the South end of Seaside Park, NJ. The state park is such a great engagement session location in New Jersey because […]

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Weddings

A Summer Wedding At Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club

A Summer Wedding At Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club Bridget & Josh’s Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club wedding was so gorgeous. All the details were so dreamy and this sweet couple had smiles on their faces the entire day! Bridget’s elegant gown was timeless and beautiful. She popped champagne with her bridesmaids to get the day started […]

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An Autumn Scotland Run Golf Club Wedding

An Autumn Scotland Run Golf Club Wedding Kristen & John’s Scotland Run Golf Club wedding was so much fun! It took place on a beautiful Autumn day. Kristen and her girls popped champagne on the deck, looking out over the golf course. Kristen’s daughter was with her as the flower girl, and it was so […]

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A Stylish and Chic OCNJ Engagement Session

A Stylish, City-Aesthetic OCNJ Engagement Session We’re loving Katie & Greg’s stylish OCNJ engagement session! It started in downtown OCNJ, where Katie rocked a white mini dress with pearl accessories, and Greg sported a classic black tux. We started in downtown Ocean City, where a few of the historic stone buildings provide a cool, city […]

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Best of 2022 Family Portrait Sessions

Best of 2022 Family Portrait Sessions Every year during the summer months, we have the honor of photographing countless family portrait sessions here in our hometown of Ocean City, New Jersey. Some families plan a session during their annual vacation to the Jersey Shore, some are local to our area, and some of our families […]

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Weddings

A Willow Creek Winery Wedding Full of Laid-Back Elegance

A Willow Creek Winery Wedding Full of Laid-Back Elegance Featured on Style Me Pretty! Landry and Jessie are “college sweethearts” and met in a bar in downtown Clemson, South Carolina. Landry is originally from Cameroon and moved to the United States in high school. He attended Clemson University on a basketball scholarship where Jessie was […]

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An Autumn Jersey Shore Engagement Session

An Autumn Jersey Shore Engagement Session Paxton & Brian’s Jersey Shore engagement session was so dreamy! It started in a park in Spring Lake, NJ among the Autumn leaves. The colors were so vibrant on this sunny November day! The couple brought the sweet fur baby Bella with them. It’s always so much fun when […]

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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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A Cozy Autumn Cape May Engagement Session

A Cozy Autumn Cape May Engagement Session Megan & Jimmy’s Cape May engagement session was so much fun! We met them at Congress Hall, which always makes for a great portrait backdrop. We loved their navy color palette in front of the yellow building and the greenery on the hotel grounds. The couple brought their […]

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A Stylish Sea Isle Yacht Club Wedding With Laid-Back Vibes

A Stylish Sea Isle Yacht Club Wedding With Laid-Back Vibes This wedding is extra special to us, as Clare and Jon are close friends of Magi & Scott. We’ve known them for years, so it was even more of an honor to photograph their wedding! Clare and Jon met at Surfer Supplies in Ocean City, […]

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An Autumn Engagement Session At Grace Winery

An Autumn Engagement Session At Grace Winery Grace Winery, with its sprawling farm grounds and charming rustic architecture, provided the perfect canvas for Kelly and Brian’s engagement session. The lush landscape was beginning to transition into its autumnal glory, painting the surroundings with warm hues that perfectly complemented the couple’s love story. The couple strolled […]

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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 Jersey Shore Sunset Engagement On The Water

A Jersey Shore Sunset Engagement On The Water Tara & Ian’s sunset engagement session was SO dreamy! It took place on the beach in Margate, NJ. Ian is a professional surfer, so a session by the water was a must. We met them by the pier in Margate, as the sun dropped in the sky. […]

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Weddings

A Floral-Filled Wedding At The Ashford Estate

A Floral-Filled Wedding At The Ashford Estate This beautiful, floral-filled wedding took place at The Ashford Estate in Allentown, New Jersey. The flowers by florist Petal Pushers Magnolia were so dreamy! There were also countless details throughout the day that made it unique and personal for the couple. The day started with Emily getting ready […]

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A Summertime Wedding At The Farm at Eagles Ridge

A Summertime Wedding At The Farm at Eagles Ridge Amanda & Marshall’s summertime wedding took place at The Farm at Eagles Ridge. Amanda’s Jenny Yoo gown from Jennifer’s Bridal was timeless & elegant! After getting ready, they made their way to a garden area on the venue grounds. The two had a private moment after […]

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A Cape May Wedding At Willow Creek Winery

A Cape May Wedding At Willow Creek Winery Angela & Brian’s Cape May wedding took place at Willow Creek Winery, a beautiful South Jersey wedding venue! The day started with glittering details including invitations from Raise Your Words Design & Chick Invitations and glitzy shoes from Badgley Mishka, paired with florals by Leigh Florist. Angela […]

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