Photography that feels like memory—soft around the edges, honest at the center, and beautiful in a way you can’t quite explain until you’re living it again.
Penland & Wade Co.
We’re drawn to the in-between moments: the quiet inhale before you walk in, the way your hands find each other without thinking, the laugh that bursts out mid-sentence, the sunlight settling on your shoulders like it chose you. No forced poses. No performing. Just real connection, gently guided when you need it, and protected when you don’t.
From stolen glances to sunlit stillness, we document your day as it actually unfolds—cinematic in feeling, timeless in detail, and elevated like art. The result is a gallery that doesn’t just show what it looked like… it brings back what it felt like. Storytelling without staging, created for the kind of love that deserves to be remembered exactly as it was.
I first fell in love with photography at a young age—long before I ever imagined it would become my life’s work. What started as simple curiosity quickly turned into a deep pull to preserve moments the way they felt, not just the way they looked. And once I got my first DSLR, everything changed. That camera became my passport into people’s stories… and fifteen years of weddings later, I still feel that same excitement every time I lift it to my eye.
After all these years, what I know for sure is this: life is breathtakingly beautiful—especially because it moves so fast. Our time is precious, and the moments we get with the people we love never feel long enough. That’s why I photograph weddings the way I do: with intention, with tenderness, and with a storyteller’s heart. I’m always looking for the real stuff—the stolen glances, the deep breaths, the hands squeezing tighter, the laughter you didn’t see coming. The moments that don’t repeat.
I’m a traveler at heart, always inspired by new places and the way they make you feel alive—especially the mountains. There’s something about wide-open views and fresh air that resets the soul, and I bring that same sense of wonder into the way I photograph: grounded, timeless, and full of depth. But as much as I love exploring, my favorite place will always be with my family—especially with my son, Jackson. They’re my why. They keep me present, grateful, and deeply aware of how quickly seasons change.
I believe in meaningful connection—the kind that goes beyond small talk. I love the conversations that linger, the relationships that feel genuine, and the trust that forms when people feel truly seen. Because the best photos don’t come from perfect posing—they come from comfort, from presence, and from being fully yourself.
I fell into photography the same way a lot of great things start—by chasing the feeling of a moment and realizing I didn’t want to forget it. Over time, that turned into something deeper: the drive to tell stories that are honest, timeless, and full of life. Today, I bring a steady presence behind the camera—equal parts calm, observant, and locked in on the details that matter.
I’m wired for adventure. I love travel, new places, and the kind of experiences that make you feel more alive—especially anything involving the mountains. Give me fresh air, big views, good food, and a solid crew, and I’m in. I’m also a huge aviation guy—there’s something about flight that I can’t get enough of: the precision, the freedom, the perspective. That love shows up in my work too—clean composition, intentional framing, and an eye for the moments unfolding from above the noise.
When it comes to weddings, my approach is simple: keep it real, keep it elevated, and keep you present. No cheesy posing (unless a good laugh is needed), no forced smiles. We’ll guide you when you need it, but most of what we capture comes from letting things happen naturally—because the best images are always the ones you didn’t plan.
I’m here for the big moments, sure—but I’m especially here for the in-between: the handshake that turns into a hug, the laugh you couldn’t hold back, the quiet breath before you step into the next chapter. The kind of stuff that feels small in the moment… until you realize it was everything.