meet HAYLEY
digital + film destination wedding photographer for the chic, blissful and visionary couples
You deserve more than beautiful photos — you deserve an experience that lets you be fully present.
As a former bride, I understand the heart behind your planning. You want to celebrate, connect, and remember. Not just the highlights, but the honest, in-between moments too.
As your film destination wedding photographer, I’m here to ease the weight of planning, guide with intention, and capture your day with care. So when you look back, it all feels just as meaningful as it did in the moment.
oh hI — I'M HAYLEY
A digital + film destination wedding photographer with over 8 years of experience capturing heartfelt celebrations across iconic cities and scenic escapes — from Chicago and Charleston to the coasts, deserts, and rolling hills of the Midwest and beyond.
While I photograph weddings across the map, Charleston and Chicago will always feel like home — cities I return to often and know intimately. Planning your day elsewhere? I’d be honored to bring your story to life, wherever it takes you.
"She is the reason I had such little stress leading up to and on my wedding day."
- LIZ
Their presence lights up the room — bringing energy, laughter, and a sense of spontaneity that makes each celebration beautifully, unpredictably real.
TRAVELING
Couples who seek beauty in new destinations and meaningful details — who find magic in the journey as much as the celebration itself.
visionaries
Those who pour their hearts into their wedding day, infusing it with thoughtful design, intentional choices, and personal significance.
HEARTFELT MOMENTS
They treasure legacy, meaningful relationships, and the quiet emotional weight of a day they’ll remember forever.
I find inspiration in
THE JOYFUL ONES
AS A film destination wedding PHOTOGRAPHER
My love for film began with something simple — a disposable camera and a desire to preserve moments that felt timeless. Film holds a raw beauty: its tones are rich, its colors true, and its imperfections magical. It invites you to slow down, be present, and capture what truly matters with intention.
Incorporating film into my work has deepened my creativity and elevated the way I document love stories. It’s now a seamless part of the experience every couple receives — a thoughtful blend of art and emotion, crafted frame by frame.
the benefits of film for couples
"She is not only a fantastic photographer, but her communication with clients and vendors is superb."
"As a wedding planner and coordinator, I have had the absolute PLEASURE of working with Hayley more than once. She is not only a fantastic photographer, but her communication with clients and vendors is superb. Her upbeat personality, ability to direct the wedding party, and absolute insane level of energy during the day-of, while still maintaining a calm energy are just a few things that we absolutely love about her. If you are looking for a vendor to not only kill it at what they do, but also gain a friend - Hayley is your girl!"
Beyond Events + Rentals, 2024
"From day one, she took the time to understand our vision, making sure every detail was captured beautifully."
"She is so much more than just a photographer—she’s your hype woman, your timeline creator, and a calming presence throughout the wedding planning process. From day one, she took the time to understand our vision, making sure every detail was captured beautifully. On our wedding day, Hayley made us feel like the most important people in the world. She helped us feel natural in front of the camera, which resulted in the most breathtaking, authentic photos. Her attention to detail is unmatched, and her ability to capture the magic of the day is truly a gift."
Taylor, 2024
"Seeing Hayley on our wedding day in our bridal suite brought so much calm over me. She was locked in and focused and totally in her element the entire day."
"From the beginning, Hayley was extremely personable. Hayley ended up traveling to Texas for our engagement session! Hayley is so much more than just a photographer, but she is a friend!! She takes her job so incredibly seriously, but she has an amazing, big heart and pours that into her work and it shows! Seeing Hayley on our wedding day in our bridal suite brought so much calm over me. She was locked in and focused and totally in her element the entire day! Looking at our wedding photos, it felt like we were reliving our day and we are so grateful for that."
Kali, 2024
"From day one, she went above and beyond any of our prior expectations and truly became so much more than just our photographer."
"Randomly stumbling upon Hayley one day and deciding to book her as our wedding photographer was easily one of the best choices we’ve ever made. From day one, she went above and beyond any of our prior expectations and truly became so much more than just our photographer. She puts so much thought, love, and consideration into everything she does. Not to mention, the images of our wedding day are so incredible and they take me right back to that day every time. What more could anyone want when they look back on one of the most special days of their lives. Hayley is truly so talented and such a special person and I will 100% be using her services in the future."
Peyton, 2024
Inspired by the breathtaking places I’ve explored while documenting destination weddings, these prints transform fleeting moments into timeless art — thoughtfully captured, ready to bring beauty and depth to your space.
Fine Art Prints
