Behind The Lens: Marcus
Your not just hiring a photographer, you’re hiring a man who values photography and how it ensures life’s biggest moments don’t get lost.
COMMUNICATION · AUTHENTICITY · COMFORT
These aren't just words; they are the cornerstones of my business and the foundation of your experience. From our first call to the moment you open your final gallery, these values ensure you feel understood, supported, and fully present. My goal is to handle the details so you can simply focus on the memories you’ll cherish forever.
A Project Manager’s Brain with a Photographer’s Heart
When I am not encapsulating key moments, I am managing a team for an IT company. That’s right, I am an IT Project Manager by day and a photographer by night. What this means for you is that you aren’t just getting someone dedicated to telling your story. You are getting someone who helps manage the stress, anxiety, and confusion that can pop up when planning a wedding, proposal, or engagement session. The details matter to me, and I’m here to ensure we don’t miss a single one.
How Becoming a Dad Changed My Lens
In 2023, I was given the gift of becoming a father. This really changed my perspective on what it means to be the guy behind the lens. I am experiencing firsthand just how fast once-in-a-lifetime moments come and go, from first steps to fractured bilingual sentences. This has made me even more intentional about preserving the kind of memories that go by faster than you expect. I bring that extra level of care, intuition, and patience into how I serve my couples. When you combine that with my logistical brain, you get a unique partner in your corner every step of the way.
My “Friend First” Philosophy
I have a passion for photography, but I have an equal passion for making genuine connections with the couples I work with. While I always bring a high level of professionalism and expertise, I also aim to provide what I call the “friend behind the lens” experience.
By the time we part ways, I want you to cherish the laughs we shared just as much as the moments in your photos. I strive to be an extension of your day. This means when I am interacting with those closest to you, I want them to feel the same support and positivity you’d expect from someone you’ve known for years.
“I cannot say enough about how incredible Marcus is. He was so thorough and patient working through wedding day details with us during multiple calls leading up to the wedding. On wedding day, he went above & beyond. We did our photos & wedding ceremony on the national mall & he planned the perfect route to get the best pictures away from tourists but still showing the monuments & beautiful greenery around the mall.
He made sure we got all the photos we wanted even after it started raining, he accommodated my outrageously large list of family photos, and he helped coordinate the perfect first look. His attitude is incredible – he is so positive & upbeat and truly made our wedding day fun & completely seamless. I cannot recommend him enough!”
— Maurisa & Eric | Washington, D.C.
Let’s Begin Your Story
I take on a limited number of weddings & engagement sessions each year to ensure every couple receives an experience rooted in calm, care, and connection. If the way I work resonates with you, I’d love to learn more about your day and how I can support your vision.