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Congrats on getting engaged! I’m SO happy for you! It’s truly one of life’s greatest gifts. This is such an exciting chapter in your lives, and I’d be honored to capture every beautiful moment of it.

If you’re looking for a photographer who will create joyful, timeless images that tell the story of your day and truly feel like YOU, you’ve come to the right place!

I believe in creating photos that feel fresh and natural. Images you’ll be able to look back on decades later and remember exactly how you felt about each other. From the intimate, emotional moments to the laughter and celebration, my goal is to tell your story as it unfolds, so that when you look back at your photos, you’ll be able to relive every moment — the joy, the connection, the people, the details, the moments you never want to forget…

But to me, wedding photography is about so much more than taking beautiful photos. It’s about creating an unforgettable experience that’s stress-free (and fun!) from start to finish. You spend more time with your wedding photographer than anyone else on your wedding day (even each other!) so it’s really important that you trust, have confidence in, and feel comfortable with the person behind the camera.

I’ve been a wedding photographer for over 3 years now and have served many brides and grooms. From cold rainy days to harsh light and high heat, I’ve been through it all. With me, you can rest assured you’re in good hands.

Even though I love to smile, laugh and have fun, I also take my job really seriously, because I know that I’m not just shooting for you. I’m shooting for your legacy. One day, your children and grandchildren will sit on your lap (and look at your wedding photos) while you tell them the story of your life and your love. I don’t take that privilege lightly, which is why, on your wedding day, while I’m capturing each moment in real time, I’m also shooting for that future one.

I can’t wait to fluff your veil, laugh with your wedding party and make sure you have your once-in-a-lifetime memories preserved, beautifully, forever.

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THE DESIREE MARIE DIFFERENCE

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your wedding day experience

You spend more time with your photographer than any other person on your wedding day. I specialize in making you (and the people you love most) feel comfortable, look their best and love the entire experience. If you’re looking for a smooth, stress-free wedding day that feels fun, I’m your person.

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BEAUTIFUL, TIMELESS PHOTOS

Trendy photo styles come and go. When you’re looking back through these photos with your grandchildren on your lap, I want you to remember the way you FELT without being distracted by the trends. That’s why my photo style is timeless in true-to-life color.

complimentary engagement session

I include a complimentary engagement session as a gift to all my wedding clients because it allows you to not only get beautiful images to capture the unique season in life when you’re fianceés, it also gives you a chance to get comfortable in front of my camera before the big day. This makes your wedding day feel extra smooth and like a fun reunion.

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UNLIMITED DOWNLOADING

Your investment in your wedding photos is really a gift not just to you, but to everyone else who loves you. I include the high resolution rights to your images in your personalized online gallery, which means you, your bridal party, family and friends can all download, post, print and share however they please!

Kind words from

katie

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"If anyone is looking for a wedding photographer, please let me tell you about Desiree Burgess. I can’t even type this without my eyes welling with tears.

If you’re looking for someone who has the passion, talent and heart to put into your special day, you will never find better.

It is because of Desiree, that we will forever be able to look back at our day with such incredibly beautiful memories.

Desiree,

Tony & I cannot thank you enough and I hope that people reading this take my advice and reach out to you so that they can feel as special as you made us feel."