UNAPOLOGETIC WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY TO STAND THE TEST OF TIME
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DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS
YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY DOESN'T HAVE TO LOOK LIKE EVERYONE ELSE'S
At first glance, you might be wondering how a pair of punky kids found themselves photographing weddings all over the country. We always joke that we feel like the black sheep of the wedding industry, and that isn't a bad thing at all. We are passionate about what we do because we have an inescapable, innate desire to capture images that really mean something. Our couples don't give a shit about following the rules and copying what everyone else is doing, and that's why they give us full permission to unapologetically document their wedding celebration the only way we know how: authentically, and unconcerned with curating a facade of perfection. By fully embracing the imperfections, quirks, and all the elements that make your wedding day unique, our work is truly a collaboration with each and every one of our couples to capture completely unique photographs to preserve every moment and stand the test of time.
We call Bowling Green, Kentucky home (perfectly placed in-between Nashville and Louisville) and love to travel every chance we get, whether for weddings or just for fun! When we're not photographing weddings, you'll find Portugal on a skateboard and Shelley curating a playlist to fit the vibe of whatever book she's currently reading.
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WE'RE SHELLEY AND PORTUGAL,
WIFE-and-HUSBAND WEDDING photographY + VIDEO TEAM
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The caterers are clearing out the empty plates and the wedding coordinator is packing up the centerpieces, but the dance floor is still raging. The couple in the center of it all is surrounded by their family and friends (just as they have been all day), with unrestrained joy on their faces as they scream along to "Mr. Brightside". It’s a celebration worthy of dirtying a white dress and dancing barefoot until your feet hurt. It’s happy tears, long hugs, and a sacred reverence for the joining of two lives. Maybe it's the only day in history where people from all the corners of your lives are gathered together under one roof. And when you look back at your wedding album on your twentieth anniversary, you won't be thinking twice about the double-chin laughs or flyaway hairs - you'll be relishing how grateful you are to have entrusted this important task to photographers who took the time to really understand what was most important to you, and spent your entire wedding day chasing down those once-in-a-lifetime moments.
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Our approach to photography is based in documentary storytelling with real, honest images that take you right back to how the moment felt. Click below to see our work.
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If you've got that feeling in your gut and you know you want us on board, then don't hesitate to get in touch! We take a limited number of weddings every year in order to fully invest our care, creative energy, & excitement into your day. To reserve your date, follow the link below and tell us about yourselves.
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Incredible images happen when you're having an incredible experience. More than anything, we want your photography experience to feel fun, natural, and true to who you are. Click below to read about the experience of working together.
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We believe that in order to get totally unique, inspired images, you need to have an amazing experience. Our couples always love their photos, but often make a point to tell us how much they appreciated how we made them feel - completely taken care of & relaxed enough to actually enjoy their day. We don't plan your wedding day around photos, rather we plan your photo experience
YOUR EXPERIENCE
around your wedding day. Our #1 priority is that you have an amazing day with each other and all your guests. That's why we arrive as friends who already have your trust so we can document the celebration from the inside out.
our philosophy is simple:
YOUR EXPERIENCE IS EVERYTHING
why you need a wedding album
Our blog is where we share our most recent work, images from our personal lives & adventures, and resources, tips, and advice to help you get the best images possible on your wedding day.
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