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Caitlyn + Devin’s Fall Wedding at The Ferns at Oak + Fennel Farms

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Caitlyn’s Bridal Session at The Ferns at Oak & Fennel Farms

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Sarah + Corey’s Laid-Back Backyard Beach Wedding at Majestic View in North Topsail Beach

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Carsen & Eddie’s Family Farm Wedding in Bladenboro, NC

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Alexis & Peter’s Sunset Engagement Session at Serenity Point

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Colorado Road Trip 2026

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Olivia & Conrad’s Wedding on 35mm Film

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Sarah + Nick’s Elopement at Velocity Basin Colorado

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