Hello and welcome. I'm a lifestyle/editorial photographer now based in Fayetteville, NC, and working regularly with clients in both Charlotte and Raleigh. My goal is to capture the beauty of life as you know it. My passion is to create images that celebrate life and emotion with a fresh and modern style. I'm happy to share my journey with you here on my site.

Available for travel assignments and adventure, always.
They ride motorcycles.

He is a firefighter and she is a PICU nurse.

I think it's safe to say that these 2 are thrill seekers and that they thrive under pressure, which is just one of the many reasons that they are the perfect match for each other. I never tire of watching couples who are in love and just so excited about getting married and starting their lives together. I love that these images celebrate these 2 special people.... dancing, laughing and simply enjoying each other.

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Tina says:

The last one is my fav! :)

(08.30.10 @ 11:02 PM)
Renee Klein says:

These are great!!! A beautiful bride and handsome groom!!!!! Looks like these were really fun to take.

(08.31.10 @ 06:05 AM)
Anonymous says:

great photos. Thanks for sharing. Wish I knew was a Url is.

(08.31.10 @ 06:21 AM)
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There is something about a wedding gown prettier
than any other gown in the world.
Douglas Jerrold

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Katherine Fallis says:

soooo beautiful - absolutely LOVE the first one! great job, amy!

(08.29.10 @ 09:56 PM)
Alyse says:

The last one is my FAV!

(09.01.10 @ 01:50 PM)
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"Ever since I was young, I never really understood anything about the world. And I never understood anything that happened in my life. The only thing that ever made any sense to me was you. And how I felt about you. That's all I've ever known. And that's enough for the rest of my life."

They have had eyes for each other since middle school.

They are getting married this fall and I can't wait to be a part of their amazing celebration.

They swore up and down that they were NOT photogenic.... I can't wait to show off how I totally proved them wrong. I love it when I get to do that.

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*** HUGE thank you to Leah Zawadzki for the beautiful Wallflower actions that were used to edit these images!
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Lauren Jackson says:

Amy, these are fantastic... love the real emotion in them. you are so good. p.s. the actions are pretty good too :)

(08.10.10 @ 02:35 PM)
emily says:

in love with that flare shot. they look gorgeous!!!!
xxx

(08.11.10 @ 07:58 AM)
lauren verlander says:

yes they are photogenic. or you are a genius. either way, beautiful pics!

(08.11.10 @ 01:08 PM)
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There is just nothing quite like a bridal portrait... I adore shooting them. It's this wonderful chance for the bride to truly FEEL like a bride with none of the pressures and/or time restraints of the the actual wedding day. It's such a joy to watch and such a privilege to be a part of this special moment in time.

Alison was certainly no exception as she glowed in her stunning gown... hair, jewelry and make-up all accenting her perfectly. It all comes down to the fact that she is a woman who is loved and adored.

I can hear her heart beat for a thousand miles 
And the heavens open every time she smiles 
And when I come to her that's where I belong 
Yet I'm running to her like a river's song 

She give me love, love, love, love, crazy love 
She give me love, love, love, love, crazy love 

She's got a fine sense of humor when I'm feeling low down 
And when I come to her when the sun goes down 
Take away my trouble, take away my grief 
Take away my heartache, in the night like a thief
She give me love, love, love, love, crazy love 
She give me love, love, love, love, crazy love

Van Morrison



 
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stacy says:

wow! you've been busy! :) love the backlit one in the trees. lovely work lady!

(07.28.10 @ 09:38 AM)
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Despite the heat, Amanda and Kevin's wedding day was one of pure loveliness and pure celebration for the life that they are starting together...

Just a few sweet moments of the day.
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emilye says:

i extra love the last black and white picture. the look she is giving him..what a treasure.

(07.23.10 @ 08:11 AM)
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