STORY DRIVEN PHOTOGRAPHY on Film + Digital

Documentary Wedding Photographer based in 
Central New York

For couples who want their love captured as naturally as it unfolds, I specialize in documentary-style photography with a true-to-life editing approach. I focus on the small, authentic moments that make your story uniquely yours, and I’m ready to go wherever your story takes us!

I believe the most meaningful images come from the real, unplanned moments. Those quiet, in-between pieces of your day that can’t be staged.

Your photos should feel like your memories, not a photoshoot. I’m all about capturing moments as they naturally unfold while creating images that feel honest, emotional, and full of life.

I care a lot about building real relationships with my clients because I truly believe that comfort and trust make all the difference in your photos. By the time your wedding day, or session comes around, I want it to feel like you have a friend there with you, not just another vendor.

I’ll always give guidance when you need it, but I never want you to feel overly posed or pressured. The best moments usually happen in between, when you’re laughing together, soaking everything in, or simply being yourselves.

Images That Feel Like You

An engagement session in Downtown Syracuse mid winter? You never know what you'll get, but this engagement session was one for the books. 

Carmen and Jake's Winter Engagement Session in Downtown Syracuse

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POV: Your wedding day starts with photos at your best friends restaurant, a stroll through your hometown of Geneva, NY and ends surrounded by your favorite people at a Fingerlakes brewery.

Summertime Micro Wedding in the Fingerlakes

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With crisp mountain air and snow-dusted slopes, Emily + Chris enjoyed a day together at Labrador Mountain in Truxton, NY, making the most of every moment on the trails.

Love on the Slopes: A Couples Session On Labrador Mountain  

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"We can't say enough about Mackenzie. From our first message, she got back to us right away and answered every question we had. She really listened to what we wanted and helped us figure out the best ideas for our wedding day. During the day, Mackenzie was like our personal cheerleader, she kept us relaxed and let us focus on having fun while she caught all the real moments without us even thinking about it."

what clients are saying

- McKenna B.

"From start to finish, Mackenzie was fantastic to work with.  When rain hit unexpectedly on our wedding day, she didn't skip a beat, she helped us pivot and still got incredible shots. What really impressed us was how she captured all the small moments that made our day special, not just the big ones. The photos turned out absolutely stunning, and honestly, we couldn't be more thankful for what she delivered."

what clients are saying

- Elizabeth p.

"Mackenzie is amazing at what she does! She photographed some family portraits for me this past spring! I LOVED how every single picture turned out. She made our session so easy and comfortable. Mackenzie is a true professional and I would recommend her for any occasion! You will not be disappointed!"

what clients are saying

- molly v.