meet the team
"For me, one of a kind experiences, getting lost in new places, tasting new foods, the energy of a wedding weekend, and iconic fashion all take my breath away and incite my inspiration."
Astrid’s distinct style of capturing genuine moments that look clipped from a magazine has become her trademark in the wedding industry.
I’m Astrid, and I’m so glad that you (and I) are here! When I went to school for Creative Advertising, I was prepared to work for a fashion magazine, creating stylish stories and elaborate fashion spreads.
Then, in 2009, when I started photographing family and friends and posting some of my work online, my life took the best kind of detour. You know, the kind that brings unparalleled experiences and surprisingly breathtaking views - things you’ll never find when you stick to your pre-planned itinerary.
Through the magic of social media, I found myself fully booked. Now 12+ years later, every wedding I capture provides me with new experiences in coveted locales and fresh opportunities to further refine my craft.
Like the wanderlust fueled adventures that take me around the world, my life departed from the beaten path and took me on a journey right to where I belong.
ASTRID
sydney
Sydney Rae loves photographing weddings all over the East Coast and abroad and brings her classic, southern charm in how she interacts with her clients.
She has an eye for the classic and elegant and loves to direct couples to ensure she is always getting the perfect image. From Charleston to Jamaica, she is has photographed weddings all over the world and an expert in making her couple's have fun in front of the camera. Originally an Asheville, NC native, her happy place is a day of sailing with a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and her husband, Ned.
WE BELIEVE IN ALWAYS TAKING OUR WORK SERIOUSLY, BUT NEVER OURSELVES. WE BELIEVE THAT LIFE GIVING EXPERIENCES WILL ALWAYS MATTER OVER THINGS. WE BELIEVE IN WANDERLUST AND STAYING CURIOUS ABOUT THE WORL,D AND THAT EVERY TRAVEL EXPERIENCE HAS SOMETHING TO TEACH US. WE BELIEVE IN HAVING FUN WITH TRENDS, BUT CLASSICS NEVER GO OUT OF STYLE. WE BELIEVE IN THE ART OF UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE AND SOMETIMES SIMPLE IS BEST. WE BELIEVE THAT CONVERSATIONS AROUND THE DINNER TABLE WILL ALWAYS OUTSHINE CONVERSATIONS ONLINE. WE BELIEVE THE BEST PHOTOS ARE THE HONEST ONES THAT TOUCH YOUR SOUL. WE BELIEVE IN FOSTERING COMMUNITY AND THAT OUR DIFFERENCES ARE WHAT MAKE LIFE MESSY AND BEAUTIFUL. WE BELIEVE LIFE'S MOST ORDINARY MOMENTS DESERVE TO BE DOCUMENTED IN EXTRAORDINARY WAYS. WE BELIEVE EVERY HUMAN BEING SHOULD FEEL BEAUTIFUL BEHIND A CAMERA AT LEAST ONCE IN THEIR LIVES. WE BELIEVE ANY PROBLEM CAN BE SOLVED WITH A GOOD FRIEND AND A BOTTLE OF RED. WE BELIEVE IN THE ICONIC BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH. WE BELIEVE IN PRINTING YOUR PHOTOS, BECAUSE NOTHING REPLACES THE FEELING OF REAL PAPER IN YOUR HANDS. WE BELIEVE IN INCLUSIVITY, AND EVERY COUPLE HAS A STORY WORTH TELLING. WE BELIEVE THAT PHOTOGRAPHY IS A LIFE LONG STUDY IN LIGHT AND LOVE, AND THAT YOU CAN FIND LIGHT AND LOVE EVERYWHERE IF YOU CHOOSE TO SEE IT. WE BELIEVE.
WE BELIEVE
“ASTRID'S WARM AND CALM DEMEANOR HELPED EVERYTHING RUN SMOOTHLY. THE PHOTOGRAPHY NEVER FELT INTRUSIVE, YET WE WERE AMAZED TO SEE HOW MANY SPECIAL MOMENTS SHE WAS ABLE TO CAPTURE."
KELSEY AND SEAN
