cinematic nostalgic timeless wedding photographer

helping you Stay in the moment

Done with the cookie-cutter poses? I'm all about the candids, and authentically showcasing the life you built, and the moments that await...

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A jersey girl at heart, photographer, hype woman, and creative with big dreams of capturing the iconic, authentic moments of our lifetime.

But that’s the elevator pitch version…If you want a better look at who I really am, here’s the inside scoop; I am New Jersey based with the love of my life and husband - James! Our cat, Sox, kindly lets James and I live in his apartment here. How nice! The little life we’ve built together is what I cherish most in this world. We were a Covid couple that eloped in 2020 and had what we called the "Big Fat Jersey Wedding 2.0 " the following year with all our friends and family...It was the best of both worlds!

I'm feeling more story time

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If you’re ready to go from feeling a bit uncomfortable and a little awkward behind the camera to comfortable and confident to showcase the real you, consider me your personal hype woman and "say cheese" expert.

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Let's just say I know how to read the room to give you a curated & comfortable experience

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Got a question? I have an answer !

All weddings with over 70 guests include a complimentary second photographer. On your wedding day, there are about 10 different places to be at once, so having at least two guaranteed is essential in my book! And don't worry about getting two different styles of photos, all second shooters are properly vetted + trained before your big day.
I love editing so much, so I have a faster turnaround time than most! Typically, photo sessions take 2 - 3 weeks and weddings take about 9-12 weeks depending on the season. I try to get them back to you as soon as possible while making sure I give time to each and every image needs.
Nope! I believe that editing is half of the magic that goes into taking your photos. I've never outsourced my editing, nor have I ever delivered unedited photos. Without this step, your photos are only halfway done - and a huge piece of the storytelling we work to create is done in post-processing!
I require a 50% retainer to secure your spot on my calendar, and the remaining 50% is due 30 days in advance for weddings, and 1 week in advance for shoots.
I book US weddings 12 months in advance, international weddings 24 months in advance, and photoshoots 2-4 months in advance, based on availability around my wedding schedule. That being said, reach out no matter how “last minute” your event is, and I might be able to fit you in!
If you've already officially booked me and you need to move or cancel your wedding, the retainer is non-refundable and a new retainer will have to be made in order to hold your new date (if it is more than a 12-month calendar year away- reschedules in less than 12 months are subject to a reschedule fee but not a new retainer).
Would you believe me that I've never had a couple who HASN'T said this to me!?! Trust me, you are not alone! I always tell my couples to give themselves about a 10-minute grace period to get used to the camera being around ( I am totally aware this probably isn't something you are used to doing every day ). It's all about the prompting and the vision. I strive to make the process extremely relaxed and comfortable for you! Whether it's starting the shoot out with some liquid encouragement, or just a grounding calm presence, I will read the room to ensure the shoot feels super natural and fun. So don't worry, I will guide you and hype you up the entire time and your photos will come out just as good-looking!

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Love Notes

“In fact, calling her a vendor isn’t even accurate because she has truly become a lifelong friend and we will be begging her to photograph us for the rest of our lives. Mackenzie is your number one hype girl and knows how to make you comfortable in front of a camera (even during the risque kind of shoots). Mackenzie listens to anything and everything you have to say and incorporates all of your wishes into your shot list. Mackenzie is magical and contagious. If you want to have fun without compromising quality, then you should stop what you are doing and hire Mackenzie!”

Veronica & Jordan

We feel very fortunate to have had Mackenzie take our photos. She brought out the best in us, taking us from semi-comfortable in front of a camera to not only confident but even feeling kind of cool. She did THAT!

As a professional, she maintains wonderful lines of communication, talking business but also getting to know her clients. She listens, she makes recommendations when needed and she cares about the overall experience. Photos were returned ahead of schedule, quality exceeding our expectations.The variety and moods too... she captures the sun adding a celebratory glow, the shadows add a little drama. There is such an allure that I've had multiple friends and family comment that they've re-visited the gallery. We can not express how special that makes us feels, and again, all thanks to Mackenzie sharing with us her talent.

As an individual, she is someone we want to see succeed. She deserves it. She is talented, hustles and has a huge heart. There is a discipline needed to running one owns business and she's got that too! Mackenzie is someone we plan to stay in contact with throughout the years and will 100% recommend to others.

SYLVIA & MICHAEL

Mackenzie captured our day like it was a dream! I was so pleased to see all the details and special moments. I’m not a big picture person but her direction for us was so clear, she was encouraging, loving, and fun! For the first time ever I felt confident in front of a camera and was so in love with how our photos turned out. Our friends and family LOVED Mackenzie! It was such a good feeling to have our guests saying how beautiful her photos were and how friendly she was throughout the day!