The Best Wedding Photographers in Southern Shores, NC

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853 Wedding Photographers in Southern Shores, NC

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Natalie Heim Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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 $5,395
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC
  • Offer

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 Southern Shores, 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 Southern Shores, 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.

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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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Ellen LeRoy Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

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 has been one of our area's top photographers for more than 15 years. She is knowledgeable about weddings and but also someone who is comfortable to be around. She is capable of handling any situation and directing when needed, but also relaxed, funny, and caring about her clients' feelings and experience. She's the best of both worlds and will take great care of you on your wedding day.
Dave, 5 years ago
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Maria Kandalova Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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 is an incredibly talented photographer. We used her for our engagement photos and wedding, and have received so many compliments. Her style is bold and classic. She is great with angles and captures both posed and candid shots. Unfortunately we had rain on our wedding day, but Maria had a nice clear umbrella handy and we were able to still get photos of us during the rain. They are some of my favorites of our album. She dealt with my husband (who doesn’t like getting photos done) and multiple guest requests with ease and delivered our sneak peeks in just 2 days.
Leslie S., 2 years ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (89 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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.

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Our photographer was so laid back and made us feel very comfortable - we love that in our photos she made us look like movie stars! There was great communication with the team, and we wouldn’t change anything. We 10/10 recommend the OLAS team!
Devin P., a year ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (74 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC
  • Offer

Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. 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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The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., a year ago
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White Fox Wedding Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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*

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White Fox Wedding Photography LLC was excellent to work with for our wedding day. They were very communicative via email and phone, texting and email, which worked well with our schedules. They were also very accommodating. The quality of their work was amazing - the photographer did an outstanding job capturing the scenery and helping us with poses that made the pictures stunning. Even though there was no cell reception on site, the photographer was ready and on top of things, helping us get great action shots that really made our special day look incredible. We couldn't be happier with the service and value we received from White Fox Wedding Photography.
MaryAnn G., 10 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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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Portraits by Sean was truly a blessing from the Lord for our wedding! Sean was professional, proactive, and communicative from the start, and approached our day with such care, kindness, and intentionality—it was clear he sees his work as a calling, not just a job. He’s not just a photographer—he’s a storytelling artist. He beautifully captured the love, joy, and sacredness of what God was doing in our covenant, and how special it was to share that day with our loved ones. His photos bring those moments back so vividly. He was flexible, kind, and truly a joy to work with. The quality of his work is unmatched—truly high-caliber. We thank God for him and will cherish these memories forever. Highly, highly recommend!
Cassandra, 20 days ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

My husband and I come as a photo team! We feel your day should be captured your way! So we tailor our style and editing to each unique couple! It’s not about us, it’s about you. We will help you document what is most important to you, the way you envision! Just like you, we have felt awkward in front of the camera. We’ve had photos taken of us that we didn’t like. We will make sure you not only feel comfortable, but that you look good! We give you prompts to keep you moving so you look and feel natural and comfortable.

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Lacie was the absolute kindest, most sincere and down-to-earth photographer I've ever met! She was thorough with all of her questions, and made sure that we were all on the same understanding of how her process worked. During our engagement photos, she made us feel comfortable, and we could be our goofy selves, which made the photos feel so much more real, rather than posed. She is a natural and would make anyone feel beautiful/handsome! Our wedding photos still make me tear up! They are so beautiful, and she and her sister did the most amazing job! I can't believe how amazing she was with giving us time, and making sure that we got all the photos we had wanted and then some. We were so incredibly lucky to have her as our photographer and will be using her again in the future 3
Sophie W., a month ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. 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.

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The photographer, Jonathan, and his assistant, were absolutely amazing. They arrived early, were flexible and really accommodating to our vision. They also really hustled! They took advantage of every spare moment they had to get additional photos, and kept us on schedule super tightly. They even carried around things like bottles of water for me (the bride) as we took lots of photos in the hot upper floor of the venue. Many guests also mentioned how beautifully the photos turned out. However, we did have an issue in which, due to an injury to the editor's hand, we did not receive our photos in the agreed-upon timeframe. Had we been informed of this delay ahead of time, we would not have had any issue just waiting a bit longer. The main concern was that we weren't alerted of this delay until after the initial deadline had passed. We did request a discount due to this, which they accommodated. And the photos did still turn out amazing!
Amanda W., 3 months ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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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Anchor Studios Photography was an incredible partner for our wedding day. From the moment we first spoke with Edgar, his communication was on point, attentive, responsive, friendly, and professional. The quality of their work was simply amazing - their photos are timeless, professional, and extremely detailed oriented. We were especially impressed when another photographer had to cancel last minute, and Edgar stepped in seamlessly, presenting his services to us in a very prepared and professional manner. Throughout the day, the Anchor Studios team was flexible, punctual, caring, organized, knowledgeable, and had great time management, ensuring our wedding day went off without a hitch. We are thrilled with the beautiful, lasting memories they captured for us. We couldn’t have picked a better team and would recommend them to anybody without question.
Daniela E., 3 months ago
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HLS Photography GA 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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!

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She was so quick, the pics came out great, and she was on time and fantastic to be around. We got out pictures back fast and just overall a perfect experience
Ava H., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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.

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Heather and Andrew are just the best! Their communication is quick, clear and detailed. Heather makes sure to cover all bases and offers so many helpfully tips which is so nice when you have so many other things going on. We used them for our engagement photos and they were able to make a trip back out to us after we had to reschedule due to weather. The turnaround time for those photos was great and the quality of work was not compromised by how quickly we got them. For our wedding day they were able to catch all the best moments without making the day feel like it was all about photos. Both of their personalities are so kind and welcoming that they made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We had so much fun with them and I would highly recommend working with them for your big day.
Nicole, 6 months ago
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Alina M Photography Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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!

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We eloped in Key West and were looking for something low-key—just a few photos to document the moment and share with family. What we got with Alina and her team was so much more than we ever expected. From the very start, they understood the vibe we wanted and captured not only our love, but also the beauty and energy of the day in such an authentic way. Alina and her team were so knowledgeable, kind, and easy to work with. They made us feel comfortable and natural, and somehow managed to give us stunning, magazine-worthy images without ever making the process feel staged or overwhelming. What started as a simple wish for a handful of photos turned into a gallery of memories we’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for someone who truly knows how to capture emotion, connection, and atmosphere, we can’t recommend Alina enough.
Rachel, 8 months ago
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Editorial Wedding Photographer - Sarah Coates 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC
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I’m based in Charlotte, NC, but always ready for an adventure. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, so your true personality shines through. Whether it’s a cozy hometown celebration or an epic destination elopement, I’m here to make sure your photos feel as natural and magical as the day itself. Let’s make some unforgettable memories together!

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Sarah Coates Photos was a pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our initial communication, she was polite and helpful, taking the time to understand our specific photography needs and vision. On the day of the wedding, Sarah was detailed, creative, and captured the essence of our special day beautifully. She perfectly posed everyone and brought my photo inspiration to life, making our wedding look exactly like something off my Pinterest board. The final photos are truly stunning and we couldn't be happier with the value of their services. We highly recommend Sarah Coates Photos to any couple looking for a talented wedding photographer who will not just give you basic photos!!
Sarah S., a year ago
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Love Knot Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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Isaac came recommended from a friend who did their engagement and wedding photos with him. We were also fortunate to have done our proposal, engagement and wedding photos with Isaac! He is so professional and comfortable to be around. My husband and I dont usually like to take photos, because we are self conscious, but Isaac took care of us. I am so grateful we came across LoveKnot and will always highly recommend them for anyone's special occasion.
Purva and S., a year ago
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The Prestige Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC
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The Prestige Photo and Film – Elegance in Every Frame The Prestige Photo and Film is a wedding photography and videography company known for capturing timeless moments with style and sophistication. Blending cinematic storytelling with a refined artistic touch, we create stunning visuals that reflect the beauty, emotion, and elegance of your special day. From grand celebrations to intimate vows, we turn your wedding into a lasting work of art.

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Looking at the photos made me emotional. Every moment feels real. The video captured the day perfectly. It felt like reliving it. Friends loved watching it. Truly unforgettable.
Courtney E., 3 months ago
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Charm Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC
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Charm Studios is a premier wedding photography and videography company based in Charleston, SC, specializing in timeless, heartfelt storytelling. With a passion for capturing genuine emotions and stunning details, our team ensures every moment of your special day is beautifully preserved. Whether it’s a romantic Lowcountry wedding or an intimate elopement, we blend creativity and professionalism to create breathtaking visuals you’ll cherish forever. Let Charm Studios bring your love story to life with elegance and authenticity.

From our first call, I knew they got our vibe. We told them we didn’t want anything super posed or cheesy, and they totally delivered. Everything feels so natural and joyful. I love how they also included our dog in so many shots he’s part of our family and they made sure he was seen. They even stayed a bit longer to catch our sparkler exit when they didn’t have to. That moment is now my lock screen. Couldn’t have asked for better
Tanya R., 9 months ago
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Bohemewinterphotography 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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!!

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I have to say Ivanna is amazing to work with and all around very personable. I love her attention to the small details that make all her work stand out! Cannot wait to see where her work takes her!
Kelsey, 2 years ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC
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Charlie's Angels Photography is 100% committed to making your dream wedding come alive. My name is Charlie, a proud US Veteran, and I am a traveling wedding photographer with a vision. I consider it my mission to listen to what elements are important to you and ensure they are captured with flawless style and beauty. I strive to create images that capture the essence of who you are as a couple and the unique love you share.

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As the owner of St Augustine's Sea Pearl Beach House Wedding Venue Charlie's Angels has done almost everyone of our weddings in recent months because we highly highly recommend them! www.DestinationWeddingChicks.com
Patricia Chambers , 2 years ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

* PLEASE INQUIRE ON WEBSITE* HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures!

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From the moment we met Ashley Cynthia Photography, we knew we had found our perfect wedding photographer. Their communication style was fun and enjoyable, with constant banter that put us at ease. Ashley and her crew were fantastic, always making sure we were on top of the timeline and getting the exact photos we wanted. They brought out the best in us in every single shot, capturing all the special moments of our day. From Day 1, Ashley passed our vibe check instantly and was always just a text, email or call away, giddy about our nifty and crazy ideas. Her team was incredibly flexible, and we had an absolute blast working with them. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and videographer to document our wedding - they truly made the experience unforgettable.
Marcus M., a year ago
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Carson Lillard Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

Hi, I’m Carson, and I’m based in Columbia, SC! I have been photographing weddings and elopements for over seven years across the country. I recently moved to South Carolina from California, where I lived in Yosemite National Park. 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.

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Carson was truly incredible! She photographed both my engagement and wedding, and every photo turned out absolutely beautiful. She was kind, easygoing, and such a calming presence throughout the entire process—yet still incredibly professional and very talented! I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer!
Shae S., 10 months ago
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Oury Memories 
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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From the very beginning of planning my surprise proposal to my girlfriend, working with Grace was an absolute pleasure. She was not only receptive to my ideas but also shared her own equally creative suggestions. Grace's professionalism and attention to detail were outstanding. What truly made the experience special was how she made the entire photoshoot feel like a fun activity for us as a couple. Her creativity shone through as she guided us through various poses that felt incredibly natural. Grace's ability to put us at ease made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. One more remarkable detail was her dedication to research, ensuring we had perfect sunrise photos. It was evident that she went the extra mile to time everything perfectly. What stood out the most, though, was her unique talent for capturing the emotion and joy of the moment. I can't thank her enough for creating such a magical and unforgettable memory for us!
Gokul, 2 years ago
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Felisha Lees Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Southern Shores, NC

I’m Felisha, an Award Winning - Published New England Wedding + Portrait photographer with the honor of capturing love stories and cherished moments across New England since 2013. Photography isn’t just my career—it’s the way I connect with people, turning clients into dear friends and fleeting moments into timeless memories. When I’m not behind the lens, you’ll find me soaking up life with my high school sweetheart, our beautiful daughter, and our two chocolate Labradors. My heart beats for real, authentic moments—the kind where love and laughter come effortlessly.

Awarded Best of Zola
Choosing Felisha to be our wedding photographer truly was one of best decisions we made throughout our planning process. Right from the first phone call with her we could feel her excitement, passion and love for being a photographer. She made us feel comfortable and was there with us every step of the way for the whole time we got to work together. We chose to do our engagement photos with her and she knew just how to shake out all our nerves/shyness, making the whole process fun and stress free. The engagement photos were so beautiful and perfect to use for our Save the Dates. On our wedding day, Felisha was a constant source of genuine joy. She worked with our families and the vendor team seamlessly. She was always there to guide us, she kept everyone on time and she reminded me on multiple occasions to take a second to soak everything in. I had numerous family members and friends come up to me to tell me how amazing our photographer was throughout the night and in the weeks that followed. She laughed with our loved ones, she cried with our loved ones and she broke it down on the dance floor with everyone all while taking the most beautiful photos. And don't even get me started on the film! I will never run out of good things to say about Felisha. She photographed moments that we will cherish forever. She took the time to get to know us as a couple and on the day of our wedding she knew exactly how to capture all the special snippets of our day that would mean the most to look back on. We love Felisha and if we could do it again we would absolutely choose her!
Grace Rivera O., a year ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Southern Shores, 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