DOcumentary Style Photographer based in AZ

Getting started as a wedding photographer can feel incredibly daunting. Especially if you are just starting out with little to no experience. How should you price your photography packages? Do you need a website? How do you attract new clients? These are just a few of the myriad of questions you probably have. While it […]

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Wedding Photography Business 101: Starting, Running, and Growing Your Photography Business

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As the joy of your engagement fills your heart, the excitement of planning your dream wedding begins to take center stage. Amidst all the decisions and details, one aspect that may leave you feeling bewildered is selecting the right photographer to capture your special day. The choices can seem endless, and the significance of this […]

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The Essential Wedding Photography Questions to Ask Your Photographer

As a wedding and elopement photographer, I can’t tell you how fulfilling it is to capture my client’s love stories during their wedding. Whether it’s a shared touch or a simple glance, a shared moment is incredible to capture. The way that I do that is through wedding photography, documentary style. I particularly love documentary-style […]

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A How-To Guide of How to Do Wedding Photography Documentary Style

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Rachael and Mike had the prettiest southern wedding on Amelia Island at the Ribault Club. Enjoy a glimpse into their day on 35mm film and digital!

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Meta: Discover my top engagement photo spots in Phoenix, from tranquil gardens to historic parks, and capture your love story in Arizona’s stunning landscapes. Arizona is full of beautiful engagement photo spots. From the Grand Canyon to Watson Lake, photographers all over the Valley have captured the best the state offers. However, one of the […]

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Engagement Photo Spots in Phoenix

As a professional photographer, I get asked a lot of questions. Some are from clients asking about my previous experience or favorite Northern Arizona photo spots, but many are from other photographers. They want to know what photography business growth strategies contributed to my success, if I have any advice for aspiring photographers, and how […]

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Photography Business Growth Strategies: From Startup to Success

Flagstaff, with its stunning pines and the rustic charm of the Coconino National Forest, is a unique and picturesque location for a wedding. But when it comes to planning your special day in Flagstaff, where do you begin? What are the available venues? Where should you capture your engagement photos? Fear not, for I’ve compiled […]

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The Complete Flagstaff Wedding Guide: Venues, Planning Essentials, and Everything Inbetween

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Whether you’ve been dating for a year or are celebrating your one-year wedding anniversary, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a stunning photo shoot. Photos offer a timeless and highly personal way to commemorate your love with your partner that you will cherish for years to come. These one year anniversary photo shoot […]

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One Year Anniversary Photo Shoot Ideas: Northern Arizona

If you’re anything like me, shooting couples is a breeze. Especially when I first started, I was incredibly comfortable shooting elopements, engagements, and, of course, the bride and groom. However, shooting groups was a different story. The unpredictability of group photography at a wedding made me nervous. But as I continued to grow and learn, […]

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How to Perfect Wedding Photography Group Poses: Tips and Techniques

If you’ve always dreamed of planning a breathtaking outdoor boho wedding or a chic ceremony with a natural backdrop, there are few places more beautiful than Sedona, Arizona. Surrounded by a gorgeous red rock backdrop, a Sedona outdoor wedding is perfect for saying “I do” in style.  But planning weddings can be daunting. After all, […]

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Planning the Perfect Sedona Outdoor Wedding: A Comprehensive Guide

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Posing a couple for their big day can be daunting, especially if you’re new to the lens or tackling your first wedding gig. How do you handle a couple who aren’t natural posers? What are the go-to poses? And how about arranging family members for those all-important group shots? These are just a few challenges […]

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From Awkward to Amazing: Wedding Photography Posing Tips to Boost Confidence and Feel Great

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Shooting your first wedding is exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. If you’re reading this, you’re probably starting to freak out, knowing your first wedding shoot is approaching. But fear not—I have all the first wedding photography tips to help you go from a nervous wreck to a confident pro! Okay, well, I’m probably not a confident pro, but at least ready to take on your first wedding photography session!

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First Wedding Photography Tips: How to Prepare and What to Expect

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"Tess has captured some of our most memorable moments"

She makes us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and is so kind and easy to talk with! We couldn’t imagine working with anyone else to capture our lives and the big moments. She truly has such a gift and captures our love so candidly. 



Kayleigh & Bryce

" If you want a photographer who is going to give you photos that will surly make you cry happy tears, then use Tess"

Tess is amazing to work with! We have worked with her a few different times and each time she knows how to capture the moment. She is so easy & fun to work with and you can tell how much she cares. If you want a photographer who is going to give you photos that will surly make you cry happy tears, then use Tess! 10/10 recommend.

Kayla & Jake

"Her talent is unbelievable and she makes my husband and I feel so comfortable in front of a camera."

I could go on and on all day about how amazing Tess is!! She is my go-to for ALL of my photo needs! Her talent is unbelievable and she makes my husband and I feel so comfortable in front of a camera. I am always obsessed with how our pics turn out every single time!!! If I could rate her a 10/10, I would! I definitely recommend Tess!




Emma & Isaiah

"Tess is absolutely the best photographer I’ve worked with"

Not only did she communicate honestly and openly the entire process but she made me feel comfortable and confidently with the knowledge she was sharing with me. During my shoots with Tess I felt very comfortable and open to being myself. I’ve done two shoots in total (one a boudoir andy wedding) with Tess and both times I had so much fun. My husband who is very camera shy was very open and bubbly in front of Tess and her camera, so with that being said I am beyond impress with her skills. The final edits are amazing as expected and the turnaround time that Tess gets them out is impressive as hell. All in all, Tess is an amazing and talented person to work with and I’d recommend Tess to anyone!



CHristian & Mahala

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