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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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Engagements

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A Springtime Nemours Estate Engagement Session

A Springtime Nemours Estate Engagement Session This gorgeous Springtime Nemours Estate engagement session was captured by team photographer Casey. She met Bria & Matt at the Historical Nemours Estate at Alfred I. DuPont Hospital, which proved to be such a gorgeous spot for engagement photos! When Springtime finally comes around, the mansion grounds come to […]

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Magi's Weddings

A Lux Atlantic City Wedding At Hard Rock Hotel

A Lux Atlantic City Wedding At Hard Rock Hotel Featured on ModWedding! Lexy & Charlie’s wedding was one for the books! It took place at the Hard Rock Hotel in Atlantic City. Every detail throughout the day was beautifully planned to fit the lux vibe. Lexy’s chic L’amour wedding gown from Wedding Factor was romantic […]

Branding

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A Studio Branding Session With Harrison Films

A Studio Branding Session With Harrison Films It was so much fun photographing these branding headshots for our friends Deanna & Grant of Harrison Films. They are Washington, D.C. based videographers, and we were so excited to have them in #TheMagdalenaStudio. This session started in our Ocean City, NJ photography studio where Deanna & Grant […]

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The Ocean City Studio

A Stylish Studio Boudoir Session

A Stylish Studio Boudoir Session We are so excited to share this stunning boudoir session with beautiful Mia! This session took place in our South Jersey photography studio. Mia is super stylish, so this session is sure to inspire you with a few unique boudoir session outfit ideas. She started the session in a lace […]

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Engagements

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A Sunset Engagement Session at Bast Brothers Garden Center

A Sunset Engagement at Bast Brothers Garden Center It was so much fun photographing Andrew and Samantha’s sunset engagement session at Bast Brothers Garden Center! If you’re looking for a gorgeous photo session location in South Jersey, you need to check out Bast Brothers! The garden center in Millica Hill, NJ serves as the perfect […]

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Engagements

A Springtime Cape May Engagement Session

A Springtime Cape May Engagement Session This Cape May engagement session took place this Spring, just as the weather was starting to change! We met Marissa & Ashton at Congress Hall in the heart of Cape May, which was such a perfect backdrop! The classic yellow building reflected the golden light beautifully. They then made […]

Travel

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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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Portraits

A Springtime Studio Maternity Session

A Springtime Studio Maternity Session Bridget + Drew’s maternity session took place right here at home in The Magdalena Studio! Bridget started the session in a gorgeous maternity lingerie dress that showed peeks of her baby bump. The flowy, floor-length dress blended with the windblown curtains that let in the prettiest natural light. She then […]

Weddings

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An Airy Fall Wedding At Valenzano Winery

Valenzano Winery Wedding Photographer This wedding took place at Valenzano Winery, a gorgeous vineyard wedding venue just a short drive from Philadelphia. It was a gorgeous day! Dana looked ethereal in her romantic chiffon gown and delicate, floor-length veil. Her girls were dressed in dark, emerald green bridesmaid dresses that matched the greens of the […]

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Editorial

An Adventurous San Diego Engagement

An Adventurous San Diego Engagement This dreamy San Diego engagement session was photographed beautifully by our founder & creative director, Magi Fisher. We may be biased, but we think this dreamy California beach is one of the best San Diego engagement session locations. The calm water and quiet beach was the perfect spot for these […]

Editorial

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A Terracotta, French-Inspired Editorial At Renault Winery Resort

Renault Winery Wedding Photographer Featured on Inspired By This! This editorial was held at the newly renovated Renault Winery Resort in Egg Harbor New Jersey and was inspired by the winery’s rich history. The winery, which opened in 1864, is one of the oldest continually operating wineries in the United States and was once the […]

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Weddings

A Willow Creek Winery, Cape May Wedding With Katherine & Slater

Willow Creek Winery, Cape May Wedding Photographer We love a fall wedding, especially when it’s a Willow Creek Winery, Cape May wedding! Katherine & Slater tied the knot at this gorgeous Cape May wedding venue. The day was filled with Autumn hues, pretty details and, of course, smiles from this sweet couple. The florals from […]

Uncategorized

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The Best Philadelphia Photo Locations for Weddings and Engagements

The Best Philadelphia Photo Locations for Weddings and Engagements When the word love is part of the official nickname of a city, you know it’s a good spot for weddings and engagement photos. In Philadelphia, photo locations that offer stunning backdrops are at every turn. A Philly bride and groom have their pick of historic […]

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The Ocean City Studio

A Lifestyle Headshot Studio Session With Jen

Headshots In Our Ocean City Photography Studio We’ve been having so much fun capturing portrait sessions in our Ocean City studio. The cozy spot is perfect for professional headshots and portraits. The neutral walls and furniture provide a great backdrop for many different kinds of professionals. For a full tour of our studio space, click […]

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Engagements

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A Destination Engagement Session In Marco Island, Florida

A Destination Engagement Session | Marco Island, Florida Engagement Photographer We love photographing love in dreamy locations! This destination engagement session took place in Marco Island, Florida. They started among the lush, tropical greens and grand scenery of this Marco Island wedding venue. As the sun dropped in the sky, they made their way to […]

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Editorial

A Mountaintop Summer Wedding At Cedar Lakes Estate

Cedar Lakes Estate Wedding Photographer This mountaintop intimate wedding was floral heaven! The ceremony space was made up of mix and match antique furniture for guests. The couple said “I do” beneath a dreamy, over-the-top floral arch made up of summery flowers of pink, yellow, green, and white hues. Floral adornments were placed at the […]

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