wedding photography for the sentimental souls and hopeless romantics

 

DESTINATION + VIRGINIA BASED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

You are the couple who believes in soulmates, in love stories that feel magical, and in memories worth keeping forever. You dream of photos that are romantic, timeless, and effortlessly authentic — photographs that feel like a fairytale tucked into a locket. You want your love captured as it naturally unfolds, so your photos feel real, timeless, and full of emotion, with just enough gentle guidance for those classic, memorable portraits. I’m here to capture your story in a way that feels dreamy, soft, and uniquely yours — moments you’ll revisit for years, remembering how it felt to truly be seen, celebrated, and loved.


My heart is to document your day as it truly happens and create images that feel like a reflection of your story—something you’ll cherish forever. And I’d love to know you.

Your story is a locket of memories waiting to be unlocked

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A romantic black and white wedding photo series showing a couple kissing in front of rustic wooden barn doors.
Couple in wedding attire sharing romantic moment in lush garden with stone urn and towering trees at golden hour.
A couple shares an intimate moment in a park during golden hour with trees and grass in the background.
Aerial view of a bride and groom sharing a romantic moment at their wedding ceremony.
A romantic wedding moment captured in a dimly lit church as a couple shares a kiss in a wooden pew.
Black and white wedding photo of a couple standing in a garden with blooming white flowers and a cypress tree.

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Where Every Love Story Feels Magical and Unforgettable

 

Every couple has a love story worth celebrating, and my goal is to capture it in all its magic. I preserve the moments that reveal your connection — the soft glances, quiet laughter, and heartfelt joy — without posed smiles or forced gestures. My why is simple: to preserve the pieces of your connection that reveal who you are together. These are the memories that become part of your legacy and want to treasure forever.

 

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BASED IN RICHMOND, VIRGINIA

MEET THE GIRL BEHIND THE CAMERA

capturing your story on digital // 35mm // and other fun film cameras I love to experiment with

 

 

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coffee enthusiast

pink girly through and through

film photo girly forever romanticizing life

 

Hey lovely! I’m Claudia — a hopeless romantic, coffee enthusiast, and film-camera lover who adores being in the presence of love. I’ve always been drawn to the magic of love stories, and my favorite part of this job is being welcomed into yours.


Your love deserves to be remembered in a way that feels timeless, romantic, and true to who you are. My approach blends documentary storytelling with fine art photography, capturing moments as they naturally unfold while elevating them into cinematic, heartfelt images. My goal is to provide a stress-free experience, helping you feel comfortable, present, and fully connected throughout your engagement photos, couples sessions, or wedding day. By focusing on our connection as we work together, I preserve the authentic love and joy that make your story uniquely yours — memories you’ll treasure forever.

 

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LOVE LETTERS

A couple in wedding attire shares joyful moments in a series of black and white photos outdoors.

“Her romantic style is dreamy, her professionalism and her creativity is wonderful. Her energy is everything you want around you on a chaotic and hectic day at times.”

A couple in wedding attire share a joyful moment together on a city street with historic brick buildings in the background.

~ caitlyn and andrew ~

LOVE LETTERS

A sequence of black and white photos shows a person reclining on the ground in a natural outdoor setting.

“We looked at the pictures yesterday and they are truly magical. We honestly could not have wished for them to look better. Even with just the sneak peek we are beyond astonished”

Black and white wedding photos show emotional reactions during a ceremony.

~ haley and nathan ~

LOVE LETTERS

Two people share an intimate moment while standing together on public transit.

“Claudia is so sweet and open to ideas we had while also helping guide us in getting the best shot! I felt confident that we got good pictures in our session even before seeing them.”

Two people embrace on a subway platform with a train car visible in the warm-toned background.

~ alison and walt ~

Weddings

Intimate Weddings

Weddings

Intimate Weddings

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Weddings

Photographs that capture your love story as if it were a fairytale

Your vows will be spoken, laughter will fill the air, and fleeting moments will become memories you’ll hold close forever. But your wedding day is more than just a celebration—it’s the beginning of your story together.


You want to be fully present with the people you love most, knowing that every glance, every touch, every quiet connection will be captured as it naturally unfolds. From the stolen moments and gentle glances to the joyous celebrations and heartfelt tears, each image becomes a piece of your love story—timeless, romantic, and a little magical.


Whether you’re sharing your day with a small intimate gathering or a grand celebration, my approach is rooted in preserving every moment in a way that feels authentically you. These are the photographs you’ll return to again and again, memories kept close like a locket, reflecting the beauty, emotion, and magic of your wedding day.

THE SERVICES

Weddings

Intimate Weddings

A black and white wedding photograph showing a couple embracing outdoors, with the bride in a white gown and veil.

Intimate Weddings

Photographs that capture your love story as if it were a fairytale

You are all about connection—the kind that can’t be rushed or replicated. Surrounded by the people you love most, every glance, every touch, and every whispered word carries weight. My goal is to capture these moments as they naturally unfold, creating timeless, romantic images that feel deeply personal and meaningful.


From the quiet laughter to the subtle, heartfelt gestures, each photograph becomes a piece of your story, preserving the magic of a day that’s uniquely yours. These are the memories you’ll return to forever, treasured like a locket, capturing the soul of your celebration.

THE SERVICES

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YOUR LOVE SEALED AND KEPT FOREVER

 

LET'S UNLOCK IT TOGETHER

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