Trusted by couples across Maryland, D.C., and Virginia with over 75 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, Thumbtack, and Google.
3x Award Winner on The Knot & Wedding Wire
COMMUNICATION · AUTHENTICITY · COMFORT
These aren't just words; they are the cornerstones of my business and the foundation of your experience. From our first call to the moment you open your final gallery, these values ensure you feel understood, supported, and fully present. My goal is to handle the details so you can simply focus on the memories you’ll cherish forever.
Wedding photography that prioritizes your presence
My approach is grounded in clarity, connection, and genuine support. You should never feel rushed or posed into something that isn’t you. By combining my logistical brain with a photographer’s heart, I handle the flow of the day so you have the space to breathe and be yourselves.
No pressure. No stiff moments. Just PreservedMemories.
What Having Me In Your Corner Means For Your Wedding
01. Pre-Wedding Support
The heavy lifting starts 2 to 3 months out. This is where my planning brain takes over so yours doesn't have to. We’ll walk through timing, lighting, and those tricky family details with total intentionality. By the time we’re done, you’ll have a seamless and unrushed plan that meets every requirement, leaving you nothing to do but enjoy the cocktail hour.
02. Finding Our Rhythm
Think of this as our informal trial run. If you need engagement photos, it is the perfect way to find your natural rhythm in front of the lens. If you already have your photos, we can use this time as a relaxed icebreaker session instead. It is a low-pressure way for us to build the trust that makes a camera feel invisible. By the time your wedding arrives, we will already be in sync and moving comfortably through the moments that feel most like you.
03. Your Wedding Day
On the day of, I want you to be the guest of honor, not the director. I will be there as a calm and upbeat presence. I am happy to give you direction when you need it, but I also know exactly when to step back and give a moment some space. You should be free to just stay in the moment and take it all in. I will keep an eye on the flow and the logistics so you can focus on the joy and create the memories for me to document.
04. The Memories That Stay With You
The celebration shouldn't end when the music stops. I’ll get sneak peeks to you while the excitement is still fresh, followed by your full gallery. Every image is edited to look natural and true to color, so it feels exactly like the day you lived. If you want your story to live beyond a screen, we can also work together to create prints and albums. These tangible keepsakes are meant to be shared for years to come.
The Signature Experience - $5700
The "Forget the Clock" Experience
Most couples don’t realize how much a rigid timeline can haunt a wedding day. I’ve crafted this experience so you never have to choose between a quiet morning moment with your mom or a midnight celebration on the dance floor.
When we ditch the strict time blocks, the stress evaporates. You get to be a guest at your own wedding, knowing I’m there from the first espresso until the last goodbye. It is total freedom to just live it and a physical legacy to keep it forever.
Why I believe this is the best way to tell your story
Start-to-finish coverage: No math, no "extra hour" invoices, and no awkward goodbyes while the party is peaking. If it happens on your wedding day, it’s captured. Perfect to cover everything from getting ready through your sparkler send-off!
Two photographers: While I am focused on the big moments, my second photographer is catching the reactions and alternate angles that one person simply cannot see alone.
Pre-wedding engagement experience: A 2-hour relaxed engagement session at a couple locations that matter to you. Bring something formal, but pack something fun so we can capture the full nature of your love.
A custom heirloom album ($650 value!): Digital files are great, but you deserve something you can actually hold. We will craft your album together so you have a physical piece of your history to flip through every anniversary.
Priority 48-hour sneak peeks: I want you to have previews before your plane even takes off. You will have a massive gallery in your inbox within 48 hours to enjoy while you sit on the way to your honeymoon.
Private Online Gallery: 800+ curated moments delivered as high-resolution, edited photos ready for sharing and printing.
Planning on keeping things a bit smaller?
I love an intimate celebration just as much as a big party. You can find all my different ways of working together right here.
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“Marcus captured the spirit and beauty of our day perfectly. He made us feel completely at ease and offered ideas we never would’ve thought of — and they became some of our favorite photos. Working with him felt like having a friend behind the camera.”
— Kacey & Kendrick
Frequently Asked Questions
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I primarily document stories across Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania. However, I am always open to following a story wherever it leads. if you’re planning something further away, let’s talk about thow to get me there!
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Think of this as the "pre-production" phase of your wedding. Around 60-90 days before your big day, we’ll begin connecting to bring clarity to your timeline, lighting, and family details. My goal is to craft your timeline for maximum presence long before the day starts.
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It’s a relaxed session designed to help you find your natural rhythm in front of the camera. It’s less about "posing" and more about building the trust and connection needed to make the wedding day feel effortless and honest. This has proven to be invaluable if we end up needing to move a little faster than anticipated on your wedding day.
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I know the wait is the hardest part. You will receive a curated sneak peek within days of your celebration while the joy is still fresh. Your full, high-resolution gallery is delivered on average in about 6 weeks.
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My approach is true-to-color or some call “timeless” I aim to preserve the actual atmosphere of your day whether it’s the glow of the sun, or a candlelit reception. Ensuring your images feel timeless rather than following a fleeting trend is a cornerstone of my work.
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This is where my professional background in project management and client support becomes your secret weapon. I’m there to be your steady ground when the day starts moving fast. If the timeline shifts or the weather has other plans, I’ve already quietly adjusted the logistics behind the scenes. My goal is to handle the pivots so you can stay in the moment, keeping the flow unhurried and exactly as you imagined it.
Let’s Begin Your Story
I take on a limited number of weddings and engagement sessions each year to ensure every couple receives an experience rooted in calm, care, and connection. If the way I work resonates with you, I’d love to learn more about your day and see how I can bring that sense of calm and structure to your celebration.