The Wedding Experience

Newport wedding couple at Castle Hill Lighthouse looking out at Newport Harbor
Flat lay photo of wedding stationery, bridal heels, jewelry and florals
Bride posing for a portrait underneath a yellow tree
Black and white photo of bride and groom being showered with confetti

I love weddings that are beautiful, personal, and rooted in family and tradition. I love a thoughtfully chosen setting, incredible florals, and great fashion, but the people and meaning behind the day will always matter just as much to me. I photograph estate, coastal, and Catholic weddings throughout New Jersey, New York, and New England, preserving each celebration in a way that feels true to the people who were there to witness it.

Elegant, heartfelt storytelling

For couples who want to be fully present in their wedding day, knowing every meaningful moment is being documented with intention.

Weddings bring together the people who have shaped your life. Beyond the portraits you expect, I’m always watching for the reactions, interactions, and little moments between the people you love that often become some of the most meaningful photographs in your gallery.

family-centered

Whether you’re celebrating a Catholic Nuptial Mass or incorporating family traditions passed down through generations, I photograph those moments with the care they deserve. I know the rhythm of a church ceremony and when to anticipate what’s coming while documenting it unobtrusively.

Reverence for Tradition

Before the wedding, I’ll build a photography timeline around your priorities for the day. We’ll make plenty of room for the photographs you want while leaving time to enjoy your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and everyone who came to celebrate with you.

INTENTIONAL PLANNING

You should never have to wonder what to do with your hands or whether you’re standing in the right light. I’ll give you clear, natural direction so your portraits feel polished, then leave room for you to enjoy the moment so your photographs still feel like you.

thoughtful direction

I care about giving you beautiful photographs while also making sure you get to fully enjoy the wedding you've spent months planning. I pay just as much attention to the people and traditions that matter to you as I do the florals, fashion, and setting. This is one of the few times you'll have all of your favorite people in one room, and I want your photographs to reflect all of it.

MY APPROACH
Mariella + Joshua, the park savoy

“From the very beginning of our wedding planning, Francesca felt like more than just a photographer — she quickly became our friend. As our wedding approached, Francesca created the perfect photography timeline for our wedding day. She accounted for golden hour, travel times, and every detail that I was worried about timing-wise. Our wedding day was one of the coldest and windiest days in years, yet you would never be able to tell in the amazing photos Francesca captured. We cannot thank Francesca enough for capturing the most important day of our lives with photos that we will cherish forever.”

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Bride and groom dip kiss under chandelier at Park Savoy NJ
Grace + Ryan, The bohlin Newport

“On the morning of the wedding, Francesca was a very calm and organized presence in a time that most likely will be a little chaotic. She came in ready to go, helped direct people for certain photos, and somehow managed to keep all of us on, and even ahead of, the timeline. During the couple portraits, we were both so comfortable with Francesca, and because of that, we were able to take more natural pictures. We didn’t even have to think about if a moment would be captured or not, we knew Francesca had it covered. Just looking at the photos Francesca took makes my heart flutter and my cheeks smile.”

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Bride and Groom looking back at camera at sunset at The Bohlin Newport RI
Samantha + Jeffrey, The Farmhouse

“When it came to wedding planning and prep, Francesca was there for all questions and sent us the most perfect timeline for our day. Even when I dropped the ball on things, she made sure I knew it was okay. On the wedding day, Francesca was so calm, professional, and a hype girl for sure. During our reception, our party was in full swing, and we wanted to do a quick cake cutting and no more sparkler exit. Francesca assured us we were doing what was right for us and supported whatever we wanted to do. Her professionalism throughout our whole process was impeccable.”

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Bride and groom forehead kiss at The Farmhouse NJ
Cassandra + Krystian, the chart house

“On our wedding day, Francesca was beyond efficient, timely, and strategic. She had the schedule set and was able to get more photos than we anticipated. We have extremely large families, so we were very impressed and grateful for that. Francesca really has a way of drawing attention to her camera lens and depicting the real joy on faces. Not to mention that she handles nervous brides like a pro, and turns any wedding day stress into enjoyment. She’s not just a photographer — she makes genuine connections. She’s easy to trust, friendly to work with, and always responsive with great ideas.”

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Bride + groom twirling along the NYC skyline in NJ
adriana + Marc, molly pitcher inn

“We are so beyond pleased with how gorgeous our wedding and engagement photos turned out with Francesca! She went above and beyond to make our day so smooth and special. She was delightful to work with, made us feel so comfortable, and made photo-taking so fun. Her work is absolutely beautiful and we couldn’t be happier! We highly recommend working with her!”

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Bride, groom, and child smiling at camera with autumn colored floral backdrop
Black and white portrait of bride holding her veil and bouquet
Black and white photo of groom and groomsmen wearing sunglasses

All collections include two photographers, at least 8 hours of wedding day coverage, custom photography timeline, and access to an online gallery and print shop.

Investment

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Most couples choose coverage that allows the full story of the day to unfold, with engagement sessions, heirloom albums, and wedding weekend coverage available within select collections.

wedding collections begin at $7000