The Team

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Katie Doner

Photographer/Founder
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Joey Licata

Photographer

More than photographers. We're storytellers, artists, and calm faces on one of the most meaningful days of your life.


Every wedding is different, and every couple deserves a team that is fully present.  That's why we work together—bringing different perspectives, creative instincts, and years of experience to tell your story honestly and beautifully.


Our approach is simple: create an environment where you can be yourselves.  We believe the best photographs happen when you're comfortable enough to forget the camera is even there.  While one of us is documenting the big moments, another is quietly capturing the fleeting ones—the hugs from grandparents, your friends laughing during cocktail hour, the way your partner looks at you when no one else is watching.


Together, we blend fine art, documentary storytelling, and an eye for natural light to create imagery that feels timeless rather than trendy.  Every photograph is crafted with intention so that decades from now, your memories feel just as alive as they did on your wedding day.


Katie Doner

Founder


Photography has been my life's work for more than two decades.  After studying for my Bachelor of Fine Arts, I built a career photographing over 150 weddings, editorial assignments, commercial campaigns, musicians, fashion brands, restaurants, hotels, and families across the country.  Every experience has shaped the way I see people—with authenticity, artistry, and an appreciation for the moments that often go unnoticed.


My role is more than taking photographs. I'm here to guide you through the entire experience, help you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and create images that reflect who you truly are.  My goal is that years from now, you'll look back and remember not only how your wedding looked, but exactly how it felt.


Joey Licata

Photographer


Joey has an incredible gift for finding beauty in the quiet, unscripted moments.  Her calm presence allows people to relax naturally, creating photographs filled with genuine emotion and connection. She approaches every wedding with creativity, patience, and an artist's eye for storytelling.


Whether she's documenting candid interactions, helping with portraits, or capturing the moments unfolding just outside the spotlight, Joey brings an invaluable perspective that completes every wedding story.


Why We Work Together


There are moments that only happen once. Having two photographers means nothing is missed.


While one photographer is documenting your walk down the aisle, the other is capturing your partner's reaction.


While portraits are happening, we're also preserving the laughter of your guests, the thoughtful details you've spent months planning, and the quiet moments in between.


Our goal isn't simply to deliver beautiful photographs.  It's to create a complete visual story that allows you to relive your wedding day from every perspective for generations to come.

FEATURED PARTNERS

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Engagement Portraits

The Wedding Experience

Intimate Weddings

 

Our job is to tell your stories and leave an indelible memory over time. We're here to guide you to the best day of your lives!

 

This is our process:

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I. START THE CONVERSATION.

Every wedding and every celebration has its own rhythm, and We love getting to know yours.  We'll talk about your plans, what's most important to you, and the moments you never want to forget.  From there, we'll help create a photography timeline that feels natural, so you can spend less time worrying about the schedule and more time soaking it all in.

ii. BE FULLY PRESENT.

When the day arrives, our goal is simple: we want you to experience it.  Laugh with your friends, hug your family, dance until your feet hurt, and don't worry about the camera.  We'll step in when you need a little guidance and disappear when the best moments are unfolding on their own.  Those are almost always the photographs people treasure most.

III. RELIVE THE STORY.

Long after the flowers have faded and the music has stopped, your photographs are what remain.  There's something special about holding those memories in your hands instead of scrolling past them on a screen.  Our heirloom albums are made to be pulled off the shelf for anniversaries, family gatherings, and quiet Sunday afternoons—becoming part of your story for generations.