East Coast Photographer
I'm Rae, art director, stylist, obsessed with connection.
I believe that life is short, memories are what matter. Why not remember them as beautifully as they felt?
I like pretty, wild and interesting things, and discovered the gift I had for pulling it out of people, scenes, moments that were viewable by others when I was young.
I picked up a camera at age 13 and it feels like I never put it down again. My first (very bad, please don’t ask to see them) images were dressing my sisters up as characters and recreating images from nursery rhymes. So my love of styling and storytelling started right at the beginning.
Someone asked me recently why I love photography so much, and the answer is pretty simple.
It’s my job to notice things, and to find and capture each person’s unique stories and qualities.
In a world of sameness, I’m looking for the spark in you.
Pinterest boards, social media inspiration, that’s nice and all. But I will be creating unique posing and images just for you.
I know what you’re thinking… “I’m not a model, how will I know what to do?”
No worries, that’s my job! I’m going to guide you with easy directions and prompts to keep things moving, fun and part of the experience. There will be no standing there in front of the camera awkwardly, I promise.
Would you believe me if I told you most people came into the session being nervous, and leaving feeling like they had a great time?
All you have to do is show up feeling like a million bucks, and I’ll be your Yoda. Your Gandalf. Your Morpheus… anyway you get it, your mentor.
“Wow. I haven’t been able to even come up with the right words; I’m truly in disbelief. This is borderline absurd. I am so over the moon with all of these shots and cannot wait to share them with the vendor team.
Holy moly, Rae! I’d pay to see how your brain works while you’re shooting – some of these photos are so multi-layered that it’s just insane. Your eye for details, lighting, and background perspectives is incredible.”
– Carina, Planner of Raleigh Weddings
AS SEEN IN
arriving overdressed
There’s just too many beautiful clothing pieces in my closet, I must dust them off whenever possible.
I’m that girl that you tell that it’s a casual function, and I’ll show up in a little black dress, a chain belt and prada heels. It’s just fun!
Hawaii
This is a photo of me on the Big Island in Hawaii, pregnant with my second baby (both were born in Hawaii).
My family lived on Oahu for 5 years, and I spent every single day driving past palm trees to photograph happy locals & tourists on the most beautiful beaches in the world, pinching myself the entire time. My happy place.
vibey music
There’s nothing like being the only one awake while editing late at night with a glass of wine to some familiar tunes. Some of my favorite artists range from Sufjan Stevens and Styx, to Troye Sivan and Doja Cat.
sunday lounging
These little ones are obsessed with their mama, so I make sure to have time for just being present. Hobbies with two little boys include: playing hide and seek, spraying everyone with spray bottles, asking for treats.
romance
Plain and simple, I love love. I get to witness the tears when two partners realize they’re about to walk down the aisle and say “I do”, a dad getting emotional at seeing his daughter, a little girl unexpectantly kissing her mom over and over for the pic. It’s just really good.
checkered floors
If I had unlimited money, I would put checkered floors down in half of my house. Black and white is just such an elegant combination that never goes out of style, and it has a bit of a surrealist flair that really gets me.
things I really like
MEET THE TEAM
Ariel
Qian
THE HEART behind the photos
I look back on my own wedding day and cherish the people that showed up for me, the surprising tears and the wild dance floor tricks that maybe weren’t gonna be featured on a big wedding publication, but that make me smile.
I’ve photographed weddings and portraits in different languages, in the South, in New York, in LA, on an island… and here’s what I’ve learned is always true.
At the end of the day, these special moments with once strangers turned friends are showcasing humanity at its best.
We’re celebrating the people we love, and ourselves.
behind the lens
A look at to what makes my artist heart flutter and keeps my passion for photography strong.
Timeless memories that fill your walls & remind you of life’s biggest moments for years to come?
that’s my specialty.
If you’re looking for images that are beautiful and emotive and a photo experience that is easy and reliable, you’re in the right place.
I want to create images that take all the inspiration from your world , your tastes, your story.
