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Meet

Charlotte

Blonde woman in a blue Pendleton dress and Stetson hat poses among tall pine trees in a sunlit forest.

Charlotte is a Virginia-based wedding and portrait photographer, primarily serving Charlottesville and the surrounding countryside, with work across the East Coast, the American West, and destinations beyond.


Drawn to natural light, expansive landscapes, and the quiet intimacy between people, she finds endless inspiration in the American West and the ranch lifestyle. She loves incorporating breathtaking landscapes and equestrian elements into her work whenever the story naturally allows. Her work blends an editorial sensibility with an intuitive, human approach—shaped by observation and attention to what unfolds in-between.


With a background in marketing photography within luxury hospitality, she brings a considered and tailored approach to each commission—shaped by an understanding of refined environments, thoughtful details, and elevated client experience.


She documents moments as they naturally unfold, not directing them into something they are not, but noticing what already exists and preserving it with care—rooted, a little wild, and faithfully present.


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“The shoot never felt overly posed or awkward; it honestly just felt like we were spending time together, and she captured all the little moments beautifully."


Sophie & bejan
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My philosophy

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I believe in thoughtful, considered, and personal collaborations

 

Charlotte approaches weddings and portraiture with a deep awareness of what remains long after the day has passed.


She is drawn to fleeting, unguarded moments—the reach for a hand, the softness of a glance, the atmosphere of a place held in a single frame.


The quiet, ordinary details that often go unnoticed in the moment, yet become the ones we return to most. Photography, for her, is not about preserving perfection, but preserving presence—creating imagery that is meant to be lived with, returned to, and passed down.


Rooted in family and faith, her work is shaped by connection, meaning, and a life oriented toward what matters most. Photography has been part of her life since childhood, growing alongside her as both a passion and a way of seeing.



Made to be felt, long after it’s lived.

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Faith


My faith is at the heart of my work and the way I move through life. I believe we are called to love others deeply, serve our communities, and steward the gifts we’ve been given. Photography is one of the ways I’m able to share that love—preserving meaningful moments and celebrating the stories of those around me.


A Few of My Favorite Things

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Family & Love


Family and loved ones are at the center of my why and where I found purpose in capturing those I love. At the heart of my why—my greatest joy, support, and inspiration.

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Black and white border collie mix sits on rocky pebble beach with lake and mountains behind.

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My Dogs


Sadie & Beans are the joys of my life and my best friends. When I'm not behind the camera, you'll usually find us exploring new trails, playing ball, or soaking up every excuse for a snuggle!

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Adventure

I love chasing new trails, beautiful landscapes, and time spent outdoors.

 

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Ready to preserve your story?

 

I'd love to hear your vision. Fill out my contact form, and once I receive your inquiry, we'll connect in whatever way feels most comfortable to begin planning your experience.