A woman in a white dress and a man in a blue suit and green bowtie share an intimate moment, with their foreheads touching, outdoors with greenery in the background, and the woman holding a bouquet of flowers.

DOCUMENTARY WEDDING + LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in New Jersey

A bouquet of flowers, including peach roses and white blossoms, rests on a brown chair draped with white tulle fabric, positioned against a dark wood cabinet background.
A bride and groom sitting at a wedding reception table decorated with yellow and blue flowers, in front of a white ornate fireplace with floral arrangements on top.
A newlywed couple in formal wedding attire raising champagne glasses during their wedding reception, sitting at a decorated table with floral arrangements and candles.
A pregnant woman with long blonde hair wearing a brown dress, standing outdoors in a park during autumn, with trees and fallen leaves around her and red leaves overhead.
A woman with curly hair in a blue sweater sits on a bed holding a baby dressed in a striped outfit, smiling at each other.

Your Story…Beautifully Told

NO STIFF POSES. JUST REAL, JOYFUL MOMENTS.

For all the moments of your life from weddings to maternity + newborn to family - I’m here to capture it all. Your gallery will include my signature mix of candid moments and polished portraits, the kind you’ll pass down for generations and the ones that capture your most unscripted laughs, tears, and joy.

I’ll guide you with simple direction so you feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera. We’ll keep things light, fun, and authentic so your photos reflect how it felt, not just how it looked. Get ready for an easy and relaxed photography experience.

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A family of three, a woman, a man, and a young girl, standing outdoors in autumn, smiling and playing together, with fallen leaves on the ground and colorful leaves on the trees in the background.
A bride and groom kiss in front of autumn-colored trees, with the bride holding a bouquet of white roses and greenery.

CAPTURED

MOMENTS

A smiling baby wrapped in a blanket with the names Noelie, Emma, and Chung embroidered on it, lying in a cozy basket.
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A bride and groom sharing a dance at their wedding reception, with guests watching in a warmly lit, modern indoor venue.
Family of three posing among Christmas trees outdoors. The mother wears a brown hat and red dress, the father wears a white shirt, and a young boy wears a patterned sweater and brown pants.
A bride in a white wedding dress with four bridesmaids in matching light blue dresses, standing outside on grass with trees in the background, all holding bouquets and laughing.

Portraits

A family of three standing outdoors in a garden or park, smiling, with trees and greenery in the background. The mother is pregnant, wearing a white dress, with a young daughter on her hip. The father is holding the daughter, wearing a light-colored shirt and dark pants.
A bride and groom holding hands in front of a fountain in a park, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and both looking at each other.

Events

A bride and groom standing together, smiling, at their wedding reception. The background is decorated with a dark green hedge wall, surrounded by a large balloon arch with cream, peach, dark green, and gold balloons, along with pink and white roses. The bride is wearing a white strapless wedding gown, holding a floral clutch that says 'Happily Ever After'. The groom is dressed in a blue suit with a light shirt.
Close-up portrait of an African American woman with curly black hair, wearing a dark green top, smiling softly at the camera.

Hi! I’m Erika — your forever photographer…from “I Do” to every milestone.

I’m here to capture all the incredible seasons of your life — EVERYTHING from “I DO” to growing your family, career/education milestones, life changes, and celebrations. Making memories and having fun is what life is all about, and I'm here to help.

I'm so glad you've found your way to my little corner of the world. If there is one thing you should know, it's that this is a safe space & ALL are welcome here. With over 17 years of professional experience, my attention to detail, and authentic editing style, you can trust that your story is in good hands.

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A woman with curly black hair and a striped shirt holding a Sony camera up to her face, looking directly at the camera.
  • Family of four sitting on grass under hanging white flowers in a park, including a man, woman, and two children, smiling and playing together.

  • A pregnant woman with curly blonde hair smiling and holding her belly in an autumn outdoor setting with trees and tall flowers.

  • "Erika is our family's go-to-photographer. She truly cares about capturing memories."

    - The Thompsons

  • A family of six standing outdoors on a fall day, surrounded by yellow and orange autumn leaves, smiling at the camera.

  • A newlywed couple standing outdoors under a wooden arch decorated with white flowers, during sunset, with trees in the background. The bride is holding a bouquet of white flowers and smiling, while the groom is in a black tuxedo.

  • “She's talented and kind with such a warm personality — she captured our day exactly how it felt. We’ll cherish these forever.”

    - Abby + Nils

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