The Best Wedding Photographers in Emerald Isle, NC

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884 Wedding Photographers in Emerald Isle, NC

Collections by Dayna 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,999
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

After being around weddings for years, I've found my place in specializing in intimate weddings, where I aim to encapsulate the distinct essence of every couple's love story through my lens. From the quiet glances to the joyous tears, having had the privilege to witness and immortalize numerous heartfelt moments, I'm dedicated to ensuring that your wedding day is documented in a way that resonates profoundly with your unique journey together.

Dayna is so great! She has such an incredible eye for photos and has a really beautiful way of catching moments. She also has a personality/demeanor that is so easy to get along with, and I really vibed with her. We got our wedding photos back in 5 weeks, and they are all absolutely GORGEOUS. She listened to what we wanted and what we were nervous for (and repeated it back to us to make sure she understood). I am so happy we booked Dayna and I wholeheartedly recommend her to other couples planning their wedding!
Julia, a year ago
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Ellen LeRoy Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Emerald Isle, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

When I started wedding photography 15 years ago, I wanted to create stunning pictures that showed off my technical skills. Those skills are helpful, but they are no longer the focus of my attention. You are. Now, my goal is to make sure you have the best wedding possible, and that you remember as many moments and details as possible. You may think you'll remember it all, but life moves on and you'll forget more than you expect. I'm here to remind you what your wedding day was like, how much you love your family and friends, and why you got married. I'm excited to help you have a wonderful wedding full of beautifully captured moments.

Ellen photographed my wedding and two separate engagement sessions. This stated, there is nothing more I can say than if I ever have a need for a photographer again, I'd hire her every single time! Her ability to get the perfect shot in every situation is simply amazing. Further, whether she had to take her shoes off and stand knee-deep in water, or provide firm (yet friendly) directions to friends and family after the ceremony (to get all our pictures done in time), she was as competent, kind, and professional as any photographer I've ever seen. I understand how hard it is to trust one person with capturing the most important moments of your life, but Ellen did not disappoint!
Coley and P., 5 years ago
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Naomi Culley Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

I am a wedding photographer based out of the Outer Banks, NC. I cover destination weddings and elopements all over the United States. My goal is to not just be another vendor but more like a friend on your big day! I will always be your biggest hype girl but I can also take control and get things done. I have several years of experience in the wedding coordination world as well so you will never find another photographer more in-tune with the flow of a wedding day and all the details that go into making it so special!

Awarded Best of Zola
I have had an absolutely amazing experience with Naomi Culley Photography during my wedding year; I could not recommend her enough to other brides, couples, and families! We originally booked Naomi for our engagement photo shoot in the Outer Banks, and she provided us with stunning photos that will be cherished for the rest of our lives. She captured our relationship perfectly, and we laughed along with her during the entire shoot. We had such a wonderful time with Naomi and were so thrilled by our photos that we immediately decided to book her to photograph our wedding day as well! Her unique ideas, fun spirit, and incredible talent behind the camera makes us so thankful to have the opportunity to utilize her services for the most special day of our lives. Naomi has prioritized building a relationship with us as her clients, while being incredibly organized, communicating in a timely manner, and consistently being attentive to our requests. She has gone above and beyond as our photographer by recommending other top quality vendors in the area as well, and making our photography vision/planning stress-free. We simply cannot contain our excitement to see our upcoming wedding photos, and we cannot stop looking at our prior engagement photos. We are beyond lucky for the incredible moments and memories that were snapped behind Naomi's lens - I highly recommend Naomi Culley Photography to anyone looking for an excellent, professional, and truly wonderful photography experience!
Becca S., 5 years ago
Natalie Heim Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Capturing the magic of your wedding day through the perfect blend of candid photojournalism and timeless portraiture. I offer a relaxed and unobtrusive approach that captures moments as they happen naturally, while still giving guidance when needed and setting aside time for guided portraits.

I am so glad we chose Natalie for our wedding photography! She was so great to work with, from our initial conversation to delivery of our photos. She was so helpful with our wedding planning for the timeline of the day. The day of the wedding she was so easy to work with. She knew all the best things for us to do to get great pictures. Our pictures could not have been more perfect!! She captured our joy so well. And the scenic portraits of us are breathtaking. Hands down highly recommend Natalie Heim for your photography needs!!
Emily S., 6 years ago
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Allie Miller Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,595
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Hello, I am a hybrid (analog & digital) wedding photographer based in Eastern North Carolina, and I enjoy traveling regularly across the state, throughout the country, and internationally. My ethos is to be an unobtrusive observer, documenting the genuine, unscripted moments of your day as they naturally unfold. I believe the most beautiful photographs aren't the ones that are posed, but the quiet, fleeting glances and heartfelt laughter shared between you and your loved ones. Hope to connect soon!

We loved working with Allie Miller Photography for our wedding! Allie was so attentive, caring and compassionate throughout the planning process and on our big day. She has a great energy about her - funny and outgoing - that put us at ease. Allie did a beautiful job capturing the feel of our wedding through her photography. She used the venue's gorgeous natural light to enhance our portraits, which turned out wonderfully. We have a great variety of natural, posed and artistic shots that showcase Allie's good eye for detail. She was able to beautifully capture us, our families and the venue in her signature warm, bright style. The final edited photos are just what we hoped for to remember our special day. We'd highly recommend Allie Miller Photography to other couples looking for an attentive, talented wedding photographer who will capture the spirit of your wedding with beauty and care.
Shannon C., 2 years ago
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Courtney Hathaway Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Born and raised on North Carolina’s Outer Banks, I’ve been capturing love stories for over 18 years. Married to my high school sweetheart and raising our two boys on this little sandbar we call home, I’m inspired by family, connection, and the coast. I create images that feel modern yet timeless - blending classic elegance with natural, editorial moments. OBX based, serving couples on the Outer Banks and beyond, with winters spent in Costa Rica. Let’s tell your story.

If you need a photographer, Courtney Hathaway is the one to hire! Fun, caring and talented are just a few words to begin with. My husband and I are both camera shy and from day 1 of shooting our engagement, Courtney made us feel comfortable and confident. We had a giant wedding party and a toddler on board, no prob for Courtney! Everyone has expressed to us how fun she made our wedding shoot and how gorgeous all the photos turned out. She certainly knows how to work with big groups, shy couples, and little kids! We've worked with her through pouring rain from a tropical depression (wedding day), whipping winds on a beach (engagement shoot), and a perfect warm sunset surprise engagement by the sound. Every single time, she pulls through and creates timeless beautiful galleries.
Paige, 2 years ago
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Mere Crockett Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

My business of photography started in 1997 when shooting images for Real Estate Catalogs. From there Mere’s love grew into landscapes, surfing and interesting details of our lives. Studied in California, Costa Rica and Virginia, she often can be found near the sea to enjoy some surf and the spectacular surroundings of coastal life. Mere Crockett Photography is based out of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina-where it’s still small enough to call a town. Mere Crockett specializes in Boudoir, Engagements, Weddings, LGBT Wedding Photography, Families, Seniors & Prom, and Headshots.

Awarded Best of Zola
Meredith was amazing at my wedding. She has an intuitive way to get the best pictures of you and your loved ones. She is also accommodating to what you want and what you need. Her positive and warm attitude allowed me to feel comfortable and it shows in my pictures. I think her background in surfing photography allows her to capture the best moments quickly, and she knows lighting well too! Her ability to capture tiny moments into a warm and loving photo make her extremely valuable any wedding team. My wedding was captured beautifully . I would highly recommend Meredith! :)
Karlene, 4 years ago
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Maria Kandalova Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

I created my signature style by blending lifestyle photography and fine art image retouching. Being a desperate romantic, I devote a huge part of my photography journey to the wedding and engegment photography. My goal is to create your family heirlooms, the images that you will cherish forever!

Maria Kandalova Photography LLC captured our wedding day in a way that still takes our breath away. From our first conversation, Maria was direct and enthusiastic about understanding our vision, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. She paid close attention to every detail, from the small moments between us to the bigger scenes with our guests, and her professionalism showed in every frame. We were thrilled to get sneak peeks just two days after our wedding, and the full gallery did not disappoint. Maria was easy to work with throughout the entire process and genuinely cared about making our day special. We would absolutely recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer who delivers exceptional work.
Karly C., a month ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (96 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the best experience with OLAS! From engagement photos to the wedding, Graham was our photographer and he was excellent! He is super quick and officiant. We wanted to make sure we would have ample time with our guests at our wedding and not waste too much time on photos and Graham made that happen. He was so quick it almost didn't seem like I was even ready for the photo to be taken, but sure enough when my sneak peaks came back, they were all breath taking and amazing, I can't even choose one. He knows what he is doing, the right lighting, the right camera settings, and captures the most special moments that we will forever cherish and relive through for the rest of our lives. The entire entourage, including the videographer was also so amazing, friendly, funny, and engaging. Thank you OLAS for capturing the best day of our lives!
Christina M., 2 years ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (81 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC
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Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

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We are absolutely thrilled with our experience with The Talented Photographer! Christian made the entire process smooth and stress-free with clear communication and organization that comes with his experience. We chose the Easy Package and our day was captured beautifully. Christopher was our photographer and was wonderful to work with. He was so detail-oriented, which truly made a difference in capturing every meaningful moment. The family and friends we’ve shared the album with are also so impressed. We are very happy we chose to go with The Talented Photographer!
Maura G., 2 years ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (70 reviews)
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  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

I’m Edgar, an HTX-raised native with Salvadorian roots. I am the owner, creative director, and lead photographer at Anchor Studios Photography. I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Pittsburgh, PA! However, the stories I capture don't start and end there. I love to travel to capture stories all around the world.

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We had a really great and fun time doing these pictures! Even with how awkward we are behind the camera, we are more than happy with the results. Edgar is very personable and fun to work with. He picked a very nice destination for our shoot and so much we got in the water with us to get the best shots!
Rachel E., 2 years ago
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White Fox Wedding Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC
  • Offer

Hi there! We're Justin + Nicole, the owners of White Fox - Local with no fees. With 600+ 5-star reviews, our goal is to SAVE you money while giving you the best. We formed White Fox in 2018 after struggling to find an affordable + quality wedding photographer. Now we run our own small business catering to just that! Your package includes: -Custom packages to fit every budget -Editing style -Photo style (candid or posed) -1 or 2 photographers -All-inclusive packages - Edited digital images - Print release -Video options -Just $350 retainer -Payment plans *Get a custom quote with our current $500 off special*

Awarded Best of Zola
The White Fox Photography team was AMAZING for our wedding day! Both photographers were wonderful and captured the day beautifully. Their fun personalities eased the nerves that typically come with wedding days and group photos - they helped us pose (which was so helpful as a couple of awkward non-photo people), captured perfect candids with all of our guests, and made sure to get photos of our decor, venue, dress, etc. for the perfect wedding day photo album. We were initially worried about quality given how affordable their packages were, but they truly just want to provide the best service as a family- and veteran-owned company without making couples break the bank. We chose the documentary editing style and loved the quality of the photos. Also, they gave us SO many edited photos (500) with a full album in less than 30 days after the wedding. I cannot recommend their team enough!
Ashlyn R., a month ago
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HLS Photography GA 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Hey There! I’m Hannah - an Intimate Wedding Photographer originally from the coast of Virginia but stumbled my way to the North Georgia Mountains which I now proudly call home! I love finding new adventures while exploring new places! I started my Photography journey capturing families but soon realized that my heart was completely drawn to capturing love & the bond that two people share! I describe my photography style as more Candid & Story-Telling driven with a soft, nostalgic film influence! I have a strong focus on genuine emotions over stiff posing, capturing the intimate in-between moments that just feel natural and timeless!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hannah and Ivanna were truly a dream team. They traveled all the way from Georgia to capture our little mountain wedding in Wyoming, and we couldn’t have asked for better photographers. From the very beginning, they brought such a calm and joyful energy. They never rushed us—just let the day unfold naturally and beautifully, capturing every meaningful moment as it came. And they didn’t stop at taking photos—they even jumped in to help with setup! Who does that? Just the coolest, kindest people. Every photo in our sneak peek feels like it’s out of a storybook. The colors, the emotion, the composition—each one captures not only the landscape but the love and joy of the day. I’m in absolute awe of their talent, & their editing is perfect. If you’re looking for photographers who go above and beyond and somehow make time stand still, I can’t recommend HLS Photography enough. We’ll treasure these photos forever. Thank you, Hannah and Ivanna, for capturing us so perfectly.
Alison B., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

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Sean was absolutely amazing to work with! He was always available during the planning process to give me advice on timeline and made our day go smoothly! I am so happy to have booked Sean for our wedding in September! He did an excellent job and I am still so in awe of how well our pictures turned out! I cannot recommend Sean and his team enough!!!
Hanah G., 10 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

I am a California-based wedding photographer specializing in hybrid 35mm film and digital coverage for couples who value authentic, emotional storytelling. With over 10 years of experience, I takes a documentary approach—focusing on real moments, natural movement, and timeless imagery. Based in California, I offer fully customizable, a la carte collections including full-day wedding coverage, intimate elopements, engagement sessions, additional photographers, and optional Super 8 films. My work is ideal for laid-back, intentional couples drawn to the texture and nostalgia of film with the reliability of digital.

Awarded Best of Zola
This has taken me a little while to get to writing as after wedding day life has been a little chaotic but wanted to express praise where it was well deserved. Holly exceeded my husband and I's expectations as our photographer on our wedding day. Not only was she extremely professional, but she was kind, personable and very helpful. The photos ended up coming out GORGEOUS! We just could not be happier with her and are definitely going to be recommending her to anyone seeking a photographer.
Chelsea H., 2 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. We have serviced 42 states so far. We offer both photo and video services. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

Awarded Best of Zola
I really liked having Ledd Lens as my photographer and videographer. Anytime I had a question or concern, I would get a quick response. They were able to provide me with beautiful pictures not long after the wedding as well as our highlight film. I was very happy with how easy the process was hire them. I definitely recommend.
Lenae W., a year ago
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Laura and Rachel Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

We believe your wedding photos should feel as iconic as the day itself — timeless, luminous, and completely you. As a mother-daughter team with 15+ years of experience, we've documented hundreds of beautiful weddings from the breathtaking West Coast to the historic charm of the East. We bring two generations of artistry, intuition, and heart to every celebration. Our couples love beautiful light, intimate moments, and weddings that feel unmistakably like them. If that sounds like you, we'd love to be part of your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Laura and Rachel did an incredible job capturing our wedding day! They brought a perfect blend of creativity and warmth to every shot. The photos are stunning, capturing both candid moments and beautiful portraits. They took the time to scope out spots around our venue with the best lighting and greenery. Their professionalism and genuine passion made the entire experience seamless and fun, despite me racing around getting ready when they arrived. We highly recommend them for anyone seeking talented and heartfelt photographers. Thank you for creating memories we will cherish forever!
Sara B., 2 years ago
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Banker Creative 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
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  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself, Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Awarded Best of Zola
Joe and Ashley are the best photography team out there!!! We chose them as our wedding photographers, and it was the best decision I've ever made. From start to finish, they made the process so easy - with phone calls to discuss details and answer ALL of my questions, super fast responses over email, and then seamless photo-taking on the day of! They were so fun to be around too, and made everyone feel at ease - even my now-husband, who doesn't love getting his picture taken. The photos themselves are to DIE for - we received the sneak peek on Thursday (our wedding was Sunday 5/24), and I was FLOORED. They turned out even better than I imagined, and all of our family and friends have been raving about them. We're so excited for the full gallery, which I know will be just as amazing as the preview! Thank you so so so much Joe and Ashley - we'll call you next time we need professional photos!
Jeannette L., 3 months ago
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Alina M Photography Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Alina M Studios is a Catholic/Christian based husband and wife team committed to capturing the start of every bride and groom’s adventure story! Alina and Gabe have been married for over 20 years, have captured weddings all across the country and the Caribbean, Hawaii, and even some parts of South America. We love to witness the vows of our couples and capture every special moment. We are proud to say we have never missed an important moment and we hope that our natural, candid, documentary style is something you hope to have for your special day too!

Awarded Best of Zola
Because of Alina, I have the best memories of my wedding. She went above and beyond to make our day special. I loved every second working with from our engagement pictures to wedding pictures, she delivered great quality service! Love her!!!
Katie, 2 years ago
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Enamored Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Thank you for visiting our profile! I'm Mel (Lead Photographer) and my spicy latin queen, wife and BFF, Alegna is the second shooter. We are passionate about making our couples feel at ease in front of the camera so they can fully be present in the moment, while we capture authentic images true to you and your love story. Our motto is, "Love the moment. Live it forever."

Awarded Best of Zola
I was fortunate to find Enamored for my wedding. In the limited time I had, Alegna kept me on target to get everything done. It’s obvious she’s done a lot of weddings. I don’t think anyone else could help me pull off a beautiful wedding in less than a month. The pictures taken by Mel are simply marvelous. He has an easy going demeanor that made us comfortable when taking pictures and he’s always thinking about the next shot which made the photo sessions quick but thorough. The whole family was instrumental in the wedding being stress free and wonderful. I can’t imagine what they could do with more planning time!
Jennifer, 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to; let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
There is no one else on this EARTH that I would’ve wanted to take our wedding photos. Heather and her team are some of the sweetest people I’ve ever met. She made me feel so confident! Heather took our engagement photos, my boudoir photos, and our wedding photos. I’m so grateful for her and her whole team. I’ve known Heather for years and she’s the most amazing person. She’s so genuine and caring. She loves all kinds of love. I highly recommend her!! She’ll do an amazing job of capturing the memories you’ll want to cherish forever.
Hannah B., 2 years ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Hey, hey my name is Ali. NY-based, but working nation-wide, I'm a wedding photographer who captures experiences, genuine love, authentic characters, and immortalizes precious memories. I focus on visualizing how it felt to live your wedding day, while also crafting editorializations simply for the sake of intentional, living art. I am adamant that everyone, of all genders and orientations, any ethnicity, culture, or faith, all shapes, ages, and abilities, are welcome and I’d be delighted to work with you.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction, Ali proved to be an exceptional wedding photographer. Their communication style was friendly, timely, detail-oriented, and flexible - she was like a fly on the wall on our wedding day, capturing all the special moments we didn't even realize were happening. The quality of her work was seamless, with a documentary style that beautifully documented every aspect of our day. Ali traveled a long distance to be with us, and was thorough in ensuring we had every single picture we wanted and more. We were thrilled to receive gorgeous sneak peeks just days after our wedding. Ali went above and beyond to make our special day perfect, and we couldn't recommend her more highly.
Elizabeth A., 2 years ago
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Dana Daeche Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Dana Daeche is a light and airy but colorful photographer based in Wilmington, North Carolina. Dana specializes in weddings, engagements and senior portraits in coastal and garden settings. From natural light to using flash in dark spaces, Dana is well versed in making sure your photos will be properly lit and beautiful.

Dana was such a wonderful blessing to have as my wedding photographer. She was friendly, outgoing, and super hard-working. All of my guests said that she was an amazing photographer and all-around a great person. Dana did a phenomenal job getting hundreds of photos within a timely manner without making myself or my husband feel rushed and our photos turned out absolutely amazing. I could not recommend Dana enough as a photographer
Whitney G., 4 months ago
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Bohemewinterphotography 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

I’m based in North Georgia, but always happy to travel wherever the love (and the good vibes) take me... I believe wedding photos should be the kind you hold onto forever ..the ones that make you feel something every single time you look at them. If you’re loving my work and feel like we might be the right fit, I’d love to connect! I take on a limited number of weddings each year so I can really get to know my couples. You’re not just another booking to me.. I truly care about creating a connection, capturing your story, and hopefully becoming friends along the way (besties if we’re lucky!!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ivanna did such a good job creating beautiful memories for us. She was so easy to communicate with and during our session she made us feel so comfortable! Our pictures turned out beautiful & we are so thankful we found her!
Anastasia, 8 months ago
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Evan Taylor Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

We are photographers for hire with a love for candid moments and a modern, fine art aesthetic. Evan is your point person and lead photographer. He has been shooting weddings, portraits, and brand work for over 6 years. Gabrielle’s background lies in visual arts and theatre, and comes well into play during creative decision making. Her attention to detail and eye for beauty is unmatched. We look forward to partnering with you to create and capture, whatever the story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Evan took our vision and ran with it, creating the most beautiful images and capturing everything with such an impressive artistic eye. He cares so much about his craft that he even threw in film and polaroid shots (something we REALLY wanted, but it was not in the budget). My husband doesn't love being in front of the camera, but he has never felt more at ease. Evan is not only endlessly talented as a photographer, but he's a wonderful mix of professional and cool, calm, and collected. If you want images that are unique, beautiful, and made with great care, go with Evan Taylor Studio :)
Cadyn, 2 years ago
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Carson Lillard Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Hi, I’m Carson, and I’m based in Columbia, SC! I have been photographing weddings and elopements for over seven years! I was born and raised in East Tennessee but have lived all over the country. While my primary focus is wedding photography, I am also a biologist, which brought me to this beautiful state. I love expressing my creative side through photography and witnessing the joy it brings to my clients. I specialize in a blend of editorial and documentary-style photography. I aim to capture natural moments as the day unfolds, but I’m also happy to give gentle guidance when needed.

Awarded Best of Zola
Carson is the BEST! We did our engagement and courthouse ceremony shoot with her. She made us feel so comfortable and the photos came out amazing - we got them printed into books for Christmas gifts! We got the perfect amount of staged/candid photos, and her editing is amazing! We are so happy we chose her as our wedding photographer and can’t wait to see the moments she captures next year!
Camille, 9 months ago
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Vision Forward Media, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

At Vision Forward Media LLC, based in Georgia, I specialize in capturing the authentic, heartfelt moments that make your wedding unforgettable. I love working with fun, laid-back couples, ensuring your photography experience is stress-free and full of joy. Whether it’s a rustic barn, lush garden, or cityscape, I craft timeless images that reflect your unique love story one genuine moment at a time

Vision Forward Media, LLC was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication style was very efficient, which helped our wedding day run smoothly. I love their work and their style, which is comparable to some of the trendy styles I've seen on social media. Vision Forward Media was there for our entire day, and their team was very professional. They set clear expectations about what to expect, and they exceeded those expectations. I am overall pleased with their work and professionalism, and most of all, they were able to capture my beautiful wife on our special day, a day we will remember forever. Thank you Vision Forward Media for your expertise and time - we will cherish these photos forever. Highly recommended.
Tony M., 2 years ago
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Focused On Life Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Brayley, owner of Focused On Life Photography LLC, a Full-Time, Published, Destination Wedding + Lifestyle Photography business, & I would LOVE to be your wedding photographer! Since 2023, we at FLP LLC have been focused on capturing all of life's precious milestones in a natural, earthy, classic & candid style. From your first inquiry, to your wedding day, & to hopefully many more milestones in the future, we are here to make your photography dream a reality in a way that feels authentic to you. With us, you don't need to worry about things like how to pose -- all you need to do on your day is smile & relax! We'll take it from there.

Awarded Best of Zola
If I could give Brayley more than 5 stars, I absolutely would!! From the very beginning, she was amazing. She was so communicative when I was first looking for a wedding photographer, and as the wedding got closer, she was always quick to answer my questions and put my mind at ease. She made the whole process feel so much less stressful. On our wedding day, she was everything we could have hoped for. She was friendly, organized, and so helpful, and she truly helped the day run smoothly. She made my husband, me, and our entire wedding party feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera, which made such a difference. She was also just so much fun to be around. She brought the best energy all day and was the sweetest hype woman and cheerleader, which I absolutely loved. She made us feel so confident and made taking pictures feel easy. When she sent us our sneak peeks, we were honestly blown away. My stepmom and I might be a little biased, but we both agreed they’re some of the most beautiful wedding photos we’ve ever seen. We are absolutely obsessed with them!! Brayley is so talented at what she does, and I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, and we’re so grateful she was part of our wedding day.
Kenley W., 2 months ago
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Zack Bradley Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Emerald Isle, NC

Zack Bradley is a destination wedding photographer based in South Carolina. Blending documentary honesty and emotion with an editorial eye to create striking, story-rich images for couples hosting elevated celebrations across the U.S. and beyond. Built over a decade of visual storytelling, Zack's approach to weddings is based on quiet presence and deep intention to draw out what’s genuine, unscripted, and emotionally impactful. Bright yet true to color, filmic, and grounded in the belief that beauty lies in the details and in-between moments. Available throughout the U.S. and for destination weddings worldwide.

Zack Bradley Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with. They were quick and easy communicators, always responding promptly to any questions or requests. Their work was simply stunning - a sharp, beautiful style that captured all the special moments of the wedding day. The final photos were absolutely breathtaking, and I would highly recommend Zack Bradley Photography to any couple looking for a talented wedding photographer.
Samantha R, 2 years ago