Black and white fashion photo series showing a model in a light blazer holding a camera in various artistic poses.

Hey, I’m Mackenzie!

your third wheel with a camera.
Minimalist line drawing of a flowering plant with delicate petals and leaves.

 

I’m a wedding and couples photographer based in the DMV and New England, but above all, I’m a wife, a mother, and someone who treasures life’s sweetest moments. My journey with photography began with my daughter.   A quiet wish to hold onto every little moment and keep it close. That same love now shapes the way I tell the stories of others: with tenderness, presence, and attention to the moments that often go unnoticed.

 

Three stylish women in bohemian outfits browse clothing at an outdoor fashion market.
Five potted herb plants including rosemary, fennel, and succulents arranged on a stone surface near a wall.

My approach

Photography, to me, is about more than just taking photos. It’s about connection, comfort, and helping you feel at ease in every moment. My style is light, soft, and romantic, guided by a candid and intentional approach that allows your story to unfold naturally.


Soft, honest stories of love — that’s what inspires everything I do. At the heart of my work is connection: the soft, unspoken kind that happens when two people simply are. I’m a people person at heart, but what matters most to me is creating an experience that feels effortless and genuine. Being camera shy myself, I understand how vulnerable it can be to stand in front of the lense. I value gentle direction and natural moments, guiding you when needed and stepping back when the moment unfolds on its own, always drawn to the quiet, in-between details that tell your story most honestly.


Whether I’m documenting your engagement or your wedding day, my intention is for it to be more of an experience than a session. When you return to your photographs, I hope they bring you back to every quiet emotion. The love, the joy, and the moments that made it entirely yours.

 

Let’s work together

 

 

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