Wedding and Event Photograpy

Bride and groom kissing outdoors under triangular wedding arch, with floral decorations, natural scenery background.
A couple in formal attire posing in front of an ornate fountain. The man is dipping the woman backward while she holds a bouquet of flowers. The fountain is adorned with columns and flowing water. The scene is outdoors, with a clear blue sky and gree
Two women sitting in front of a fountain, dressed formally, one in a black suit with sneakers and the other in a gown, laughing and intertwined with flowers in their hands, trees and sculptures in the background, sunny day.
A couple in wedding attire sitting on a city sidewalk. The groom wears a dark suit with a red tie, and the bride is in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of white roses. A yellow car is parked nearby, with tall buildings and construction cranes
A couple kissing in front of a mural with blue floral and butterfly designs.
A man in a green suit with a floral boutonnière and a woman wearing a white lace off-shoulder dress and a flower crown, standing in a forest setting. The woman is also wearing sunglasses and a pearl necklace.
Bride and groom embrace outdoors in a grassy area, with trees in the background. The bride wears a white wedding gown and holds a bouquet, while the groom wears a green suit.
Person with red curly hair holding a Canon camera, wearing a gray knit sweater and black leather pants, smiling.

Hello! I’m glad you’re here…

My name is Kayla. I love my fiancée, I love my dog, and I love exploring new cities. I’ve made my home in New Hampshire, Illinois, and Florida over the past 5 years.

I’m here to make the ceremony a little less stressful. As a fiancee myself, I know that finding the best photographer for your wedding is hard; I want to make it easier. I have poses ready, some bad jokes in my back pocket, and I will make sure you get snacks throughout the day.

The best photos happen when you are living in the moment, and I can’t wait to be in that moment with you.

  • Proudly LGBTQIA+

  • Excited to Travel

  • Up for Any Idea!

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    Micro Weddings

    I get it, you want to keep it short and simple. I am here to help you have the perfect day, no matter what your ceremony looks like. Micro-Wedding packages are an easy and affordable way to keep your wedding about you.

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    Weddings

    Full ceremony and reception. I will be there every step of the way, helping to make sure I’m there to capturing every moment. Multi-location to fireworks, I can’t wait to help celebrate you and yours.

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    Engagements

    Congratulations! Surprise or planned, I will help you capture that “I Do” moment.

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    Photography Needs

    Need Photography for something else? I love to shoot in dark theaters, for media, headshots, and food. I am excited to hear what you want to capture.

Stunning Couple in front of the Garfield park conservitory. LGBTIA-friendly photographer.
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Love Notes for

Rebecca Barresse

Jun 11

My husband and I are both very camera-shy, but Kayla made us feel so comfortable on our wedding day. Booking a date and requesting the types of photos we wanted was quick and stress-free, and Kayla delivered exactly what we were looking for, I can't stop looking at our album!


Cassidy Glenn

Oct 25

“Kayla was absolutey amazing and she went above and beyond to make sure our special day had the most amazing photos. I would book her for any occasion, big or small.”

Maria Lopez

Sep 11

“If I could give more stars I would! I’ve always hated taking pictures for any occasion but the way KC directed and boost your confidence is amazing! Such an upbeat person and very nice and professional will definitely recommend to friends!”

Let’s Talk,

I can’t wait to meet you.