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Warm, honest, nostalgic wedding photography for the tender-hearted and wildly in love.


SEEKING THE MOMENTS THAT MAKE YOUR HEART BEAT HARDEST.

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Photography is Poetry

/ Weddings 2026

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Black and white wedding photo of a couple walking together through a grassy meadow captured through branches and leaves.
A black and white photograph of a couple sharing their first dance at their wedding on a stone patio.

Timeless, special, emotional, you.

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MY LIFE & MY WORK.


When I was seven, I opened a Christmas gift that quietly changed everything: a little film camera. I had no idea that moment would spark a decades-long love for storytelling. After four years of shadowing a professional photographer and investing in my own gear, I stepped into a world I’ve now made my career—capturing honest, emotive moments that matter.


Photography has taught me how to see people—not just pose them. I’m drawn to genuine laughter, quiet connection, and the beauty in fleeting moments. Whether it’s a full wedding day or an intimate elopement in the wild, I show up to tell your story in a way that feels natural, nostalgic, and true to you.


Let’s document something unforgettable together.

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Zoë McKenzie

01 - before the ceremony.

Before the day fills with guests and celebration, I arrive early and move quietly through your space—watching the light, taking in the details, and noticing the atmosphere you’ve so thoughtfully created.


If your coverage includes it, I spend this time with you and your people:

getting-ready moments, deep breaths before “I do,” laughter with friends, first looks, handwritten vows, and all the soft, sacred in-betweens you’ll want to remember.


Being there early allows me to preserve the parts of your day you might not even realize you’ll miss—so your gallery feels like a complete memory, not just a highlight reel.

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A black and white photo shows people dancing and embracing outdoors during a special celebration.
A couple stands back-to-back in a rustic barn venue decorated with white draping and string lights for their wedding day.

details.

flat lays.

getting ready.

first look/touch.

intimate vows.

bride & groom images.

bridal party.

My approach is slow-paced and low-pressure—designed to bring peace, not stress. I don’t want you thinking about angles or cameras; I want you fully present with the people you love.

You focus on what feels sacred.


I’ll quietly observe and document the beauty as it unfolds.

A tender kiss shared between a couple in wedding attire on their special day, set against a mountain landscape.
Wedding invitation, lace details, rings, and vintage decor items arranged in an elegant flat lay composition.
Close-up of wedding ceremony showing bride in lace gown holding book while groom holds her hand during vows.
Scenic panoramic view of a lake surrounded by evergreen trees and rocky outcrops under an overcast sky.
A bride in a long-sleeve white dress holds a white floral bouquet while exchanging rings during an outdoor ceremony.
A romantic black and white photograph of a couple sharing an intimate moment outside a rustic barn with wine barrels.
Black and white wedding ceremony photograph showing hands exchanging a note or letter during a lakeside ceremony.
Romantic wedding moment outdoors with couple embracing in warm sunset light.
A group of friends in matching blue bridesmaid dresses sit together on a brown leather couch in a rustic cabin setting.
A couple in wedding attire share romantic moments on a wooden deck captured through window frames.
A romantic sequence of wedding couple poses by a window with dark moody lighting and elegant bouquet details.
A wedding couple shares a romantic embrace under dramatic orange and pink sunset clouds against a mountain landscape.
Two hands reach towards the cloudy sky showing wedding rings in dramatic black and white photography.
Close up of newlywed couple holding hands showing bride in lace wedding dress with arm tattoos and groom in black suit.
A tender black and white portrait of a romantic couple sharing an intimate kiss in an artistic close-up shot.
Two people sit together in antique wooden church pews under warm lighting in an intimate setting.
A dancer in flowing white fabric performs an ethereal contemporary dance movement against a dark background.

02 - ceremony & reception

From the ceremony onward, the energy shifts—and I’m there to capture both the big and subtle moments: the walk down the aisle, the first look between you, the vows, unity moments, tears, laughter, and that unforgettable first kiss.


I’m watching for:

• joyful reactions

• squeezed hands

• teary eyes

• the way your people look at you

Black and white photo of a joyful outdoor wedding ceremony moment with people celebrating in a wooded setting.
Couple shares a joyful moment during their outdoor wedding ceremony as they exchange vows in a natural setting.
Black and white photo of wedding guests seated outdoors, watching a ceremony with joy and anticipation.

As the reception begins, I lean into the mood of the room—heartfelt toasts, first dances, clinking glasses, wild dance-floor moments, quiet corners, and all the beautifully chaotic in-betweens.

Intimate embrace under warm string lights with tattoo details and soft moody lighting showing raw emotion.
An emotional reaction at an outdoor wedding ceremony, with someone wearing suspenders, bow tie and white shirt.
Bride and groom share a romantic embrace outdoors at a sunlit garden wedding ceremony with red roses in the foreground.
A romantic wedding couple embraces in a garden setting during golden hour sunlight through leaves and vines.
A row of groomsmen and the groom show emotional reactions during a wedding ceremony outdoors.
Couple dancing together outdoors in garden setting with string lights and evergreen trees in background.
A black and white photo sequence shows a joyful bride and groom dancing together at an outdoor wedding reception.
A father & daughter shares an emotional moment together during a wedding reception watching a video in black and white photography.
A group of bridesmaids in matching teal satin dresses dance and celebrate together at a wedding reception.
A bride and groom walk together through a serene field at sunset with evergreen trees in the background.
A mom & son shares an emotional moment under twinkling string lights at a nighttime wedding reception.
Wedding party guests dancing joyfully at an outdoor evening reception with warm lighting and a floral bouquet toss.

This is where your community comes together to celebrate you—and i'm there to tell your whole story.

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Guests enjoy dancing and dipping on a wedding reception dance floor as bubbles float through the air in moody lighting.
A joyful wedding celebration sparkles as party guests wave sparklers under twinkling string lights at dusk.
Wedding groomsmen laugh and drink together during celebratory wedding reception toast at indoor venue.
A series of photos showing hands with rings being held together in an intimate outdoor setting with soft lighting.
A couple stands together on a wooden dock overlooking a serene mountain lake surrounded by evergreen forest.
Black and white photo of hands playing piano keys, showcasing elegant finger placement on a keyboard.
Wedding guests raising glasses for a toast at an outdoor reception, seated at decorated tables in warm sunlight.
Guests dancing and celebrating at a rustic barn wedding reception with warm string lights and wooden decor.
Two men embrace on a dimly lit stage surrounded by applauding guests at a formal evening event.

MY HEART IS TO CREATE CALM, MEANINGFUL PAUSES IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WHIRLWIND—LITTLE POCKETS OF TIME JUST FOR THE TWO OF YOU TO STEP AWAY, BREATHE, AND ACTUALLY SEE EACH OTHER. YOUR FINAL GALLERY WILL REFLECT THAT: YOUR CONNECTION, YOUR JOY, YOUR QUIET IN THE CHAOS.


There is a photograph everywhere, it is the photographer's job to catch it.

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Black and white romantic wedding portrait showing couple kissing outdoors, with bride in lace dress and groom in formal suit.



the quiet heart

from $3,000


For intimate weddings & elopements


A deeply intentional experience for smaller, sacred celebrations. Perfect for elopements or intimate weddings where presence, connection, and meaning matter more than a packed itinerary.


Includes (customizable):

• Thoughtfully timed coverage for intimate weddings & elopements

• Ceremony + couple portraits, with room for a few meaningful moments before or after

• High-resolution, hand-edited images in my warm, nostalgic style

• 8–15 sneak peeks within 48–72 hours

• Full gallery delivered in 6–10 weeks

• Online gallery for easy downloading, sharing & printing

• Location guidance & elopement-day timeline help



Retainer: 20% to reserve your date

Final Balance: due the week of your wedding

Payment Plans: available

Travel: included within 50 miles of Post Falls/CDA; beyond that, I offer simple travel options we’ll go over in your custom quote.

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the full heart

from $5,800


For full wedding days


A complete, cinematic telling of your day—from slow, quiet beginnings to the joy-filled afterglow. This collection is designed for couples who want the full story documented with warmth, honesty, and intention.


Includes (customizable):

• Full-day wedding coverage (often 8–10 hours; tailored to your timeline)

• Getting ready, first look, ceremony, portraits, reception & send-off

• High-resolution, hand-edited images with nostalgic, earthy tones

• 15–25 sneak peeks within 48–72 hours

• Full gallery delivered in 6–10 weeks

• Optional engagement session add-on or inclusion

• Online gallery for download, sharing & printing

• the wedding planning bundle 



Retainer: 20% to reserve your date

Final Balance: due the week of your wedding

Payment Plans: available

Travel: included within 50 miles of Post Falls/CDA; beyond that, I’ll create a simple, custom travel quote.

Travel Fees

Travel within 50 miles of Post Falls, ID is included. For locations 50–100 miles away, a flat travel fee of $75 applies - 100-200 miles away, a flat travel fee of $175 - Anything beyond 200 miles, a custom quote will be created.


Coverage Disclaimer

While the Full Wedding Package is designed to include all major moments, actual coverage will depend on your day’s timeline. I’ll work closely with you to prioritize the moments that matter most based on your schedule.

The Vow & Vision COLLECTIONS

ADD-ONS (AVAILABLE WITH either WEDDING COLLECTION)


Rehearsal Dinner Coverage Two hours of coverage the evening before — the toasts, the tears, the people who flew in from everywhere. A night worth remembering too.

Second Photographer Starting at 3 hours of coverage. Two perspectives, two locations, nothing missed. Ideal for larger weddings or couples who want every corner of the day documented.

Polaroids with Photo Album Instant film captured throughout your day, collected into a small keepsake album. You'll leave your wedding with a tangible little piece of it already in your hands.

Film Rolls For the couples who love the grain, the warmth, and the unpredictability of analog. Add one or more rolls of 35mm film to your wedding day coverage — shot alongside digital for a mix of mediums that feels timeless. Priced per roll. Film photography is beautiful and intentional, but by nature it is not guaranteed — lighting, exposure, and the magic of analog all play a role. That's part of what makes it special.

A FREE Heirloom Wedding Magazine A 20-page, high-quality printed magazine of your wedding day — designed by Zoë and yours to keep forever. Laid out to flow through your day from beginning to end, it can include your vows, favorite images, meaningful details, and any personal touches you want woven in. A tangible piece of your story, made to be held, displayed, and passed down.

Engagement, Bridals or Day-After Session A dedicated session outside of your wedding day — redeemable as an engagement session, a bridal portrait session, or a day-after adventure in your wedding attire somewhere completely different. Unhurried, intentional, and all about the two of you. (Included complimentary with The Full Heart.)

The Wedding Planning Bundle $75 - Private access to three planning resources — a fully functional budget tracker, a comprehensive shot list & timeline guide, and a printable planning binder. Everything you need to plan your day with clarity and confidence. (Included complimentary with The Full Heart.)


You're always welcome to start with a base collection and build from there. We'll talk through what matters most and put together something that feels just right.

Is money tight? Please ask anyway. I offer payment plans, partial trades, and occasional discounts — and I'd rather have an honest conversation than have you scroll past wondering. Reach out. I mean it.

This is my process:

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I. inquire.

I’m currently accepting a limited number of weddings each year. Once you inquire, your date will be tentatively held while we talk through details.



If you’re unsure what kind of coverage you need, I can send a short questionnaire to learn more about your vision, timeline, and priorities. From there, I’ll recommend a collection or create a custom option just for you.

II. choose your collection.

After we’ve talked through what you’re dreaming up, I’ll send a personalized quote.


This gives you a clear look at:

• your chosen collection

• any add-ons

• travel (if needed)

• payment breakdown



You’ll be able to adjust or remove extras before anything is official so you feel confident in what you’re booking.

III. make it official.

To reserve your date, three simple steps:

Accept the quote – this lets me know you’re ready to move forward.

Pay the retainer – 20% for weddings, which officially holds your date on my calendar.

Sign the contract – a simple agreement that protects us both and outlines everything we’ve discussed.



Payment plans are available if that’s helpful—your remaining balance is due the week of your wedding.

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WHAT TO EXPECT WORKING WITH ME

Weddings are emotional, once-in-a-lifetime days—and I want your experience with me to be personal, intentional, and calm.


One Month Before

We’ll connect in person or virtually to go over your timeline, priorities, and any final details. This is where we make sure everything feels clear and grounded heading into your day.


On the Wedding Day

I’ll arrive early to get a feel for the space, the light, and the flow. I move quietly and intentionally, giving gentle direction when needed but mostly allowing things to unfold naturally.

My focus is on:

• the small, sweet details you worked so hard to plan

• candid emotion from you and your guests

• the way the day felt


After the Wedding

You’ll receive sneak peeks within 48–72 hours and your full gallery in 6-10 weeks (pending the demand of the season). Your images are delivered in an online gallery where you can download, print, and share with the people you love.


This isn’t just coverage.
It’s your legacy, preserved.

RESOURCES

This is a customizable guide based on your specific timeline and needs. It’s a basic reference for what I typically capture throughout the day, so you know what to expect.



Please note: Your date is not secured until the quote is confirmed and a 20% retainer has been received.


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MY PORTFOLIO

Curious about my photography style and what your final images might look like? Click here to view my portfolio and explore galleries from real weddings and sessions.


MY BLOG - Check out my blog to answer some other questions you may have!

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ABOUT ME

I can’t wait to work with you! Click here to learn a bit more about who I am and what I bring to your day beyond just the camera.
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READY TO INQUIRE?

Already have a vision for what you want? fill out my inquiry form!

 I’ll follow up with a quote based on your selected package and any add-ons.

TO THE BRIDE & GROOM --


Thank you for considering me to capture this sacred season of your life. 

I believe your story deserves to be told with care.

It’s an honor I don’t take lightly—to be invited into such meaningful moments. 

I hope these images become more than just photos, 

but a way to hold onto the way it all felt. 

However your day unfolds, 

I’m there with you every step of the day.


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