I've always been the "friend with a camera," a passion I like to think i inherited from my grandad. my grandad documented nearly every family event, from choir and basketball games to weddings (where he'd sneak in his dslr). In his office sits his computer with gigabytes of photos from childhood moments and his closet stand rows of VHS tapes of family vacations and Christmases. His dedication to capturing these priceless memories was a gift. he was always present, supportive, kind, and a natural storyteller.
my grandad went to be with Jesus in December 2023. my heart behind what I do is to carry on his legacy and maintain and implement the heart and values he had in his craft with his cameras.
As your photographer, I'm dedicated to capturing all the moments, big and small. By intentionally limiting the number of weddings I take, I ensure the highest level of service. I prioritize understanding your vision and navigating the planning process, attending to every detail seamlessly.
If you're looking for a photographer who genuinely cares about your story, your search ends here.
photography is an investment, and I am fully invested to you, too.
I believe in capturing you as you truly are
ABOUT capturesbychristi
more than just your photographer
I am your location scouter, weather watcher, tissue holder, dress button-upper, tide-to-go stick holder, timeline planner, calm advocater, water provider, dress flufferer, tie straightener and more. This is because I care for you and your experience.
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I am here to glorify God and love others. Through and through I have always been a laid-back person. I feel God designed me to be a source of peace and encouragement for couples while showing them the love of Christ.
As a photographer, bringing joy to people's special moments is my greatest reward. I value connection, authenticity, transparency, and creating an encouraging atmosphere for everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs.
the why behind what i do
My goal is to capture your essence authentically, blending traditional poses with prompts inspired by natural movement. I facilitate an effortless connection by observing your natural interactions and guiding you through genuine prompts.
I balance guidance with allowing you to be in the moment, ensuring a smooth flow and space to cherish each other. Your vision and meaningful moments take precedence over trends. I am committed to capturing your love in a timeless manner, documenting your authenticity intimately.
behind the lens
When I’m not doing photography - I’m probably
- baking something sweet
- rewatching The Office or Parks & Rec for the 5732nd time
- playing with our dogs
- acting like i'm athletic at the gym
- growing in my faith
- drinking a diet coke
- riding with my husband on his harley
- scrolling pinterest
- curating another playlist
Whether we do or do not have things in common - you are welcomed here.
my favorite things
a few more things you should know
Secret Talent
baking sourdough
I'd rather be
skiing
on my bucket list
sky diving
Perfect day includes
friends & family
Favorite Ice cream
strawberry
Favorite Place
mountains
obsessed with
birkenstocks
Guilty pleasure
leather bags
QUICK FACTS
FOR THE SKIMMERS
- joanna & ryan
Christi perfectly balances fun and professional, and her joy and gratitude for this job made taking photos with her so easy. She made a point to get to know us well before our big day to ensure that our photos were the vibe we wanted and reflected our relationship well. I would recommend Christi to anyone looking for a servant-hearted photographer to beautifully and authentically capture you and your special moment.
A SERVANT-HEARTED PHOTOGRAPHER
- daniella & caleb
Christi was amazing in every way! She was able to command the day in the most respectfully! Meaning she was able to position everyone and made sure our needs were met to the best of her ability! Very professional and the photos are something that we will cherish forever!!
made sure our needs were met
- mikal & garrison
Communication was seamless and she checked in with us leading up to our wedding date asking if we needed any support. Christi made us feel so good, within minutes of working with her we felt so comfortable and at ease. She perfectly captured the feeling of our wedding so seeing our wedding gallery felt like reliving the day. I seriously cannot stop looking at the photos. It was everything I could have imagined!
