Golden HEARTS STYLE

We’re not here to box you in, or force you to fit a mold.

When it comes to preferences, we know you have your own. We LOVE that.

Understanding your unique style — it’s a must. It’s at the top of our list. We’re here to listen. We’re here to respect your wonderful taste. We’re here to learn your preferences.

ARE WE A GOOD FIT?

BROWSE OUR GALLERIES

We’re professionals — doing our job well & honoring YOU? That’s what we came here to do.

Our structure is such that we’re working closely together from the very beginning (hint: that’s on purpose).

Practically, what does this look like? We’re there to walk you through finding inspiration photos. We’re here to ask (and remember) your likes & dislikes. We’re consistently asking for feedback and pivoting based on your responses.

 And you know what? We love doing this — because we love how much more comfortable you feel when you feel seen.

All you need to do is live in your moments—we’ll be there, capturing your story, honoring your style. 

Lindsie

“Working with Caroline was a highlight of the entire wedding planning process. 

Weeks later, our guests are still talking about what great energy she brought to our wedding.”

Adrienne

“Caroline made us feel so relaxed and we left saying “Wow that was so fun!” 

We were a little nervous going into our engagement session, but Caroline made us feel so relaxed and we left saying “Wow that was so fun!” & the photos that we got back blew us away!” 

 Carina

“She is an absolute expert in composition, lighting, and capturing candid moments" 

“I have had several people pull me aside to tell me how impressed they are with Caroline’s technical knowledge as well. She is an absolute expert in composition, lighting, and capturing candid moments that will be cherished for years to come.”

From start to finish, we’re there beside you (not literally, don’t worry). If you don’t walk away completely WOWED, we’ve done something wrong.

 The entire experience? Designed to be the best professional team you’ll ever work with.

 Our favorite part is knowing that you’ll walk away with little pieces of your story—pieces you’ll get to keep forever. We work tirelessly so all you have to do is show up in love, the head-over-heels kind.

Get ready for your mind to be blown . . . You’re walking away with STUNNING pictures and a client experience so good it’ll probably ruin your grocery shopping for a little while. 

ABOUT OUR PACKAGES

MY PROMISE TO YOU

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE GOLDEN HEARTS EXPERIENCE

wEDDINGS

If there’s one thing I cannot stress enough, it’s that your wedding day is about YOU and YOUR SPOUSE. Celebration is a wonderful thing, and there’s nothing I love more than partying alongside the wonderful friends I’ve made in this industry.

 When we talk about a process that is tailored to you, we mean it. We’re here to help you break through the noise, take a breath, and focus on what really matters. The lifelong promise you’re making to the person who holds all of your most tender moments.

12 Hours Coverage Film & Digital


Complementary Engagement Session


Online Gallery of High-Res Images


Sneak Peaks within 48 Hours


Full Gallery within 3 Weeks


Rehearsal Dinner Coverage

INQUIRE TODAY

& we’ve done this a time or two — so we’re here for whatever you need. Wedding planning, a coffee (or three), location scouting, vendor recommendation . . . Reach out today, friend — your new favorite team is waiting.

Platinum Package

The All-Inclusive-Package! This coverage gives you total flexibility with your timeline, and ensures that no moment is forgotten. This ensures that every detail gets the attention it deserves from rehearsal dinner toasts, to getting ready, to your reception send off! This is great for couples who want a relaxed wedding day without feeling rushed or stressed about time, or if something runs behind (like hair and makeup). If you have a large wedding party, 12 hours will fly by… having the full day documented will preserve those memories to look back on forever, and ensure you can relive every single moment. 

$7000

10 Hours Coverage Film & Digital


Complementary Engagement Session


Online Gallery of High-Res Images


Sneak Peaks within 48 Hours


Full Gallery within 3 Weeks

gold Package

Don’t want to feel rushed to get all of the jaw-dropping shots everyone wants on their wedding day? Then at least 10 hours of coverage is the right way to go. Since we are on site for most of the day, there is enough time to get all of the detail and prep shots, plus plenty of extra time for a first look (if you want to do one). On top of that, nobody will have to rush through any of the wedding party and family portraits before getting to dinner and dancing.

$6000

8 Hours Coverage Film & Digital


Complementary Engagement Session


Online Gallery of High-Res Images


Sneak Peaks within 48 Hours


Full Gallery within 3 Weeks

silver Package

This package is great for capturing the essence of your wedding day! This package works best for weddings where the ceremony and reception are at the same location. Relive the big moments from getting ready in the morning, ceremony tears, and reception festivities. The coverage will typically include a few hours of reception photos but end before the final send off. 

$5000

elopements

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COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

engagements

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COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

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elopements

You’ve made the choice to plan your day around the intimacy of celebrating with few—we couldn’t be more excited for you!! Our promise to you remains the same as it would for any couple with a huge guest list—to show up, from start to finish. 

We recognize that the elopement planning process brings unique challenges, such as obtaining park permits, flying to places far away, deciding on locations to host & shoot, and obtaining photography & occupancy permissions from the places you stay.

 Never fear, friends.

Prepare for the most magical day of your life, and trust that we will come prepared. Reach out today for a better idea of everything included in this package—we are here for you!

INQUIRE TODAY

STARTING AT $2500

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

4+ HOURS COVERAGE FILM & DIGITAL

3 WEEK FULL GALLERY DELIVERY

PREVIEW GALLERY WITHIN 48 HOURS

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engagements

Are you looking for creative, candid, engagement photos? Friend, you’re in the right place! Your engagement photos should be *fun*, and most of all . . .

true to who YOU are! 

STARTING AT $600

1+ HOURS COVERAGE

2 WEEK FULL GALLERY DELIVERY

PREVIEW GALLERY WITHIN 48 HOURS

INQUIRE TODAY

This is why we always kick things off with a coffee date, so we can really get to know you as a couple—learn what you like to do together, how you met, and *what makes your love story special*.

Photos True To Who You Are

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READ THROUGH A FEW OF OUR BLOGS THAT ARE HELPFUL WHEN CHOOSING YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGE.

DYING TO KNOW MORE?

WE'VE GOT ALL THE TIPS AND TRICKS

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER BEFORE HIRING THEM

HOW TO CREATE THE PERFECT WEDDING DAY TIMELINE

what ALL YOU'RE GETTING

HERE'S WHAT YOU'RE PAYING FOR

Communication + Support

You’re not paying for average. Nothing about you is average. Your photos shouldn’t be either.

We curate EVERY package, designed with YOU in mind, built with our whole hearts. We provide so much more than just a photographer on your wedding day. And speaking of your day—it will be seamless. Your vendor selection? Ridiculously easy.

But most importantly—you will walk away with pictures you’re proud of. Pictures that show the real you. Pictures that stand the test of time. The best parts of who you are—frozen as moments in our most elegant art form.

Security + File Storage

DELIVERABLES

Extra Special Goodies

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

CLIENT GIFT WITH CUSTOM THUMB DRIVE AND PRINTS

CUSTOM ENGRAVED WELCOME GIFT

3 WEEK FULL GALLERY TURNAROUND

FULLY EDITED ONLINE GALLERY WITH EASY DOWNLOAD

24 HOUR PREVIEW IMAGES

WEDDING DAY COVERAGE

GET TO KNOW YOU QUESTIONNAIRES

 PRE-BOOKING COFFEE CHAT

CREATIVE PLANNING MEETINGS

SHOOTING ON TWO SD CARDS

365 DAYS OF BACKUP

GOLDEN USB HARD DRIVE

365 DAYS OF BACKUP

what ALL YOU'RE GETTING

2 WEEK FULL GALLERY TURNAROUND

FULLY EDITED ONLINE GALLERY WITH EASY DOWNLOAD

24 HOUR PREVIEW IMAGES

HERE'S WHAT YOU'RE PAYING FOR

Communication + Support

You’re not paying for average. Nothing about you is average. Your photos shouldn’t be either.

We curate EVERY package, designed with YOU in mind, built with our whole hearts. We provide so much more than just a photographer on your wedding day. And speaking of your day—it will be seamless. Your vendor selection? Ridiculously easy.

But most importantly—you will walk away with pictures you’re proud of. Pictures that show the real you. Pictures that stand the test of time. The best parts of who you are—frozen as moments in our most elegant art form.

WEDDING DAY COVERAGE

Security + File Storage

DELIVERABLES

Extra Special Goodies

what ALL YOU'RE GETTING

HERE'S WHAT YOU'RE PAYING FOR

Communication + Support

GET TO KNOW YOU QUESTIONNAIRES

You’re not paying for average. Nothing about you is average. Your photos shouldn’t be either.

We curate EVERY package, designed with YOU in mind, built with our whole hearts. We provide so much more than just a photographer on your wedding day. And speaking of your day—it will be seamless. Your vendor selection? Ridiculously easy.

But most importantly—you will walk away with pictures you’re proud of. Pictures that show the real you. Pictures that stand the test of time. The best parts of who you are—frozen as moments in our most elegant art form.

 PRE-BOOKING COFFEE CHAT

CREATIVE PLANNING MEETINGS

Security + File Storage

DELIVERABLES

Extra Special Goodies

what ALL YOU'RE GETTING

HERE'S WHAT YOU'RE PAYING FOR

SHOOTING ON TWO SD CARDS

INSERT DAYS OF BACKUP

Communication + Support

You’re not paying for average. Nothing about you is average. Your photos shouldn’t be either.

We curate EVERY package, designed with YOU in mind, built with our whole hearts. We provide so much more than just a photographer on your wedding day. And speaking of your day—it will be seamless. Your vendor selection? Ridiculously easy.

But most importantly—you will walk away with pictures you’re proud of. Pictures that show the real you. Pictures that stand the test of time. The best parts of who you are—frozen as moments in our most elegant art form.

Security + File Storage

DELIVERABLES

Extra Special Goodies

what ALL YOU'RE GETTING

HERE'S WHAT YOU'RE PAYING FOR

Communication + Support

You’re not paying for average. Nothing about you is average. Your photos shouldn’t be either.

We curate EVERY package, designed with YOU in mind, built with our whole hearts. We provide so much more than just a photographer on your wedding day. And speaking of your day—it will be seamless. Your vendor selection? Ridiculously easy.

But most importantly—you will walk away with pictures you’re proud of. Pictures that show the real you. Pictures that stand the test of time. The best parts of who you are—frozen as moments in our most elegant art form.

Security + File Storage

DELIVERABLES

COMPLIMENTARY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Extra Special Goodies

CLIENT GIFT WITH CUSTOM THUMB DRIVE AND PRINTS

When will I receive all of my final images?

frequently asked questions

Can you send me a full wedding album to view?

What's your cancellation policy?

What is your photography style?

My reception space is dark. Do you bring your own lighting?

What hours do you work on the day?

 Do you work with a second photographer?

 Do you have backup cameras and equipment?

 I've been at weddings where the photographer took over. You're not like that are you?

 Can you send us ‘sneak peek’ pictures shortly after our wedding?

You will receive ALL your images within three weeks of your wedding. Yes, you read that right. THREE WEEKS. (This is much shorter than the standard industry turnaround time of six weeks). Here’s why: We know what it’s like to be waiting on your wedding album… The anticipation and excitement are just unbearable. We offer this to our clients because we feel you should have your pictures as soon as humanly possible, not months later when the excitement has died down. When we book your wedding on our calendar, we also block out multiple days on my calendar for editing time. This lets us edit them while your amazing day is still fresh in our memory!

When will I receive all of my final images?

frequently asked questions

Can you send me a full wedding album to view?

What's your cancellation policy?

What is your photography style?

My reception space is dark. Do you bring your own lighting?

What hours do you work on the day?

 Do you work with a second photographer?

 Do you have backup cameras and equipment?

 I've been at weddings where the photographer took over. You're not like that are you?

 Can you send us ‘sneak peek’ pictures shortly after our wedding?

We aim for a vibrant, colorful, photojournalistic style of wedding photography. We mainly photograph candidly to capture the true feeling of your wedding day, though we will also spend some time guiding and posing you for traditional pictures with family. We also have an eye for the 'little things' or details that other people may not think about. Looking back on those photos, you realize how special those little moments were, and you're happy to re-live them.

When will I receive all of my final images?

frequently asked questions

Can you send me a full wedding album to view?

What's your cancellation policy?

What is your photography style?

My reception space is dark. Do you bring your own lighting?

What hours do you work on the day?

 Do you work with a second photographer?

 Do you have backup cameras and equipment?

 I've been at weddings where the photographer took over. You're not like that are you?

 Can you send us ‘sneak peek’ pictures shortly after our wedding?

Yes! While we typically photograph as much as possible with natural light, once the sun goes down we break out the off-camera lighting to make sure your reception photographs are as beautiful and clear as possible. We’ve photographed events in as many different lighting scenarios as you can imagine, and we invest in the best possible equipment for these scenarios.

When will I receive all of my final images?

frequently asked questions

Can you send me a full wedding album to view?

What's your cancellation policy?

What is your photography style?

My reception space is dark. Do you bring your own lighting?

What hours do you work on the day?

 Do you work with a second photographer?

 Do you have backup cameras and equipment?

 I've been at weddings where the photographer took over. You're not like that are you?

 Can you send us ‘sneak peek’ pictures shortly after our wedding?

Yes, but not always! You might be wondering “Do I need two wedding photographers”? A second photographer is essential if you’d like the groom as well as bridal prep photos (if you’re both getting ready at different locations). However, if you are both getting ready at the same location we may be able to split our time between the bridal preparation photography and the groom prep. We would need to discuss this during your wedding consultation.


When will I receive all of my final images?

frequently asked questions

Can you send me a full wedding album to view?

What's your cancellation policy?

What is your photography style?

My reception space is dark. Do you bring your own lighting?

What hours do you work on the day?

 Do you work with a second photographer?

 Do you have backup cameras and equipment?

 I've been at weddings where the photographer took over. You're not like that are you?

 Can you send us ‘sneak peek’ pictures shortly after our wedding?

Absolutely not - We’re good with people and hyper-aware of where we need to be without treading on others’ toes – literally. It is incredibly important to us that you have a GREAT experience working with us. We focus on blending in at your wedding, while also focusing on capturing the incredible pictures you are dreaming of!


Melissa B.

"CAROLINE hilla IS CRAZY TALENTED!

Her ability to capture, and anticipate those little, special moments during a fast=moving day is a true gift!"

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