NORTH CAROLINA + TRAVEL
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
FAMILY & LIFESTYLE SESSIONS
Authentic Documentary Style, Candid Storytelling & Dreamy Imagery
Hi, Im JL
" The Photographer for the couple who would rather party than pose"
I’m a travel wedding photographer based in North Carolina, serving couples throughout North Carolina and beyond. From the mountains to the coast, or east coast to west. I’m always down to pack my bags, chase beautiful light, and document your love story wherever it takes you. I specialize in dreamy & meaningful imagery with a documentary feel, focusing on the little moments that make your wedding uniquely yours. I’m all about the laughs, happy tears, wild dance-floor moments, and everything in between. My candid driven approach makes sure that your photos feel uniquely you. My goal is to create photographs that don’t just show you what your wedding looked like—they bring you right back to how it felt. I’m a huge believer in candid, authentic storytelling. While I’ll absolutely help guide you when needed, I want your photos to feel like you—not overly posed or forced. I want you to be fully present, soak in every moment, and actually enjoy your wedding day while I document it as it naturally unfolds. I am so passionate about documenting your special day, my clients love the fact that it is not just business or transactional with me, I truly care and want to see your dream wedding come true. I work with you every step of the way to make sure we capture your day the way you've always dreamed.
Whether you're planning a coastal celebration in Wilmington or the Outer Banks, a romantic wedding in Raleigh, Durham, or Chapel Hill, a classic celebration in Charlotte or Greensboro, or a mountain wedding in Asheville or Boone. Rather you're in one of the beautiful 50 states or a getaway destination, I’m ready to follow your story wherever it leads. I am here for you! So lets work together and make your dream wedding a reality! inquire below and lets get this dream wedding going.
Weddings - Engagements - Families - Portraits
Kind Words
" The pictures are absolutely amazing, and I'm so excited to have these memories of the kids and Everest! You did such a wonderful job capturing them. I really appreciate how great you were with the kids and our pup. Thank you again for being so flexible with us and for giving us such beautiful pictures to look back on <3 "
-Erin B.
"I'm looking at them now!! They are AMAZING!! Thank you so much for doing these for us. I LOVE ALL of them!! Ive already sent your info to someone I work with she loved the sneak peaks. We will def be in touch for more pictures and thank you again!!"
-Natalie B.
"You made us feel so comfortable and immediately like you were family. Cannot wait to see the rest of them. We are so Thankful!!!!!
-Jasime B
" I cannot say enough wonderful things about J&D Photography! We recently worked together at a wedding in beautiful Beaufort NC, and he was an absolute DREAM to work alongside. Professional, personable, organized, creative, and incredibly easy to collaborate with- exactly the kind of photographer a wedding planner hopes to have on a vendor team. He kept things moving smoothly while still making sure the couple was able to enjoy their day, and his attention to detail was fantastic. As a wedding planner and officiant, I work with many photographers, and the ability to work well together makes such a difference on a wedding day. J&D Photography absolutely delivered. I would happily work alongside him again and would confidently recommend J&D Photography to couples looking for someone who brings both professionalism and great energy to the wedding day. Five stars all around!
-Amanda
Founder & Lead Wedding Planner
Crystal Coast Officiants & Wedding Planners
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FAQ
how does this work?
You fill out the submission form above, I will contact you and go over all the details for your session and or wedding and see will plan the perfect session or wedding coverage together.
What do you offer?
Photography & Videography coverage for Weddings, engagements, and portrait sessions.
what areas do you cover?
We offer wedding and portrait photography services for all of North Carolina like Apex, Durham, Raliegh, Chapel Hill, Asheville, Boone, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Goldsboro, Smithfield, Morehead City, Beaufort, and many more. Travel across all 50 states and destination weddings are also an option.
How long does it take to get our photos?
For mini sessions and smaller sessions, the turn around time is usually about 5 business days. For larger events and weddings the turn around time is 3-4 weeks depending on the package. I offer sneak peaks as well.
do I have to pay a deposit?
A $50 deposit is required for smaller sessions and main sessions.. for larger events and weddings a 35% deposit is required upfront at booking. These deposits are required to secure your date to protect yourself and my business. These can be paid via a secured online payment portal ( adds 3% fee) or Venmo
how can I pay?
You can pay your deposit online via the secure card payment link (adds 3% fee) on the website or via Venmo which is also linked on the website. For payments day of, you can pay in cash or the above mentioned options.