WHEN YOU HIRE BENJAMIN DAVID

Your wedding day is more than an event — it’s a deeply human story filled with emotion, meaning, and sacred moments. My work is rooted in presence, honesty, and connection. I’m here to help you slow down, breathe, and fully enter the moments that matter most while I document them with care.

I don’t create a curated version of your day.

I photograph what’s real — the joy, the quiet, the unexpected, and everything in between.

This page outlines the experience you can expect working with me.

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THE EXPERIENCE YOU CAN EXPECT

Your experience matters just as much as the photographs themselves.* When you invite me into your wedding day, here’s what you can rely on:

  • A Calm, Grounded Presence: I bring steadiness, peace, and emotional awareness into every room. You’ll never feel rushed, pressured, or posed into something that isn’t you.

  • Honest, Human Storytelling: Your images will reflect your real connection — not forced moments, not Pinterest poses. Just you two, as you truly are.

  • Attention to Moments Others Miss: The hand squeeze from your dad, the look in your partner’s eyes, the little breath before your vows, the meaningful silences — I’m there for all of it.

  • Respect for Every Emotion: Weddings hold joy, grief, excitement, memory, nostalgia, and sometimes heaviness. All of it belongs, and all of it is treated with tenderness.

  • Space to Be Yourselves: My job isn’t to perform or entertain — it’s to notice, guide gently, and create an atmosphere where you feel safe and seen.

* Learn more about why your experience matters.

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I’ve spent the last 2 decades photographing couples with honesty and depth, and I’ve learned this:

When you create space for people to be fully themselves, real moments rise to the surface.

My faith shapes how I see people.

My family shapes how I value connection.

My art shapes how I honor truth.

I’m not here to create someone else’s version of your wedding.

I’m here to help you remember how your wedding felt.

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

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WHAT MAKES MY APPROACH DIFFERENT

A Philosophy Rooted in Presence, Story & Emotional Truth

Here are a few things that set my work apart:

  • Presence-Driven Photography
    This is my quiet superpower — slowing down enough to see what’s real, and creating calm in environments that can easily feel chaotic.

  • Emotional Intelligence & Attunement
    I read the room, understand family dynamics, and hold space for both joy and complexity, including honoring loved ones who can’t be present.

  • A Human-First Approach
    I don’t photograph poses — I photograph people. Your relationship, your personalities, and your emotional truth shape every image.

  • Timeless Editing
    No trends. No filters that will age.
    Just clean, honest, lasting images you’ll love for decades.

  • The Ability to See the Sacred in the Ordinary
    Whether it’s a tear, a whispered prayer, a moment of stillness, or an unfiltered expression — I capture what holds meaning.

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THE BOOKING PROCESS

Simple. Personal. Intentional.

  • Step 1. Inquire
    Fill out the contact form below with your date, location, and a bit about your story.

  • Step 2. Connect
    If I’m available on your date, we’ll schedule a call to talk through what you’re envisioning, what matters most to you, and how I can serve you best.

  • Step 3. Reserve Your Date
    If we feel like a great fit, you’ll have the option to secure your date with a signed agreement and retainer.

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People dancing and celebrating at an indoor wedding reception, with a woman in a gray gown and a man in a patterned shirt leading the dance.

“Above all of the wedding details our photos were my top priority. As something that would capture our wedding for the rest of our lives we were so excited and hopeful to have Ben taking them. Not only did they turn out better than I had hoped or expected, we had such a great time with him throughout the wedding. He was patient, sincere and wonderful to celebrate with! One thing that surprised me was how well the photos from our reception turned out! We were outside past sunset dancing and the pictures still looked amazing.” - Laine & Josh

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“Ben captured our wedding day so beautifully! My favorite part about his style of photography is that he captures everything so elegantly without the use of crazy filters. Ben was both friendly and professional. I highly recommend using Ben as your photographer for anything that you are trying to capture!” - Hailey & Wyatt

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“Ben is an absolutely wonderful guy to work with and a phenomenal photographer. We live in Colorado and met Ben at a friend's wedding in Michigan. He worked with us so that he could come out for both an engagement session and our wedding. He's extremely easy to work with and makes the whole photo-shoot portion feel comfortable and fun. He felt like more of a wedding guest than a photographer and we couldn't have asked for a better experience or better photos!” - Sadie & Jason

All Collections Include:

  • Full day/s coverage

  • High resolution edited Images delivered via an online gallery with permission to download, share, and print.

  • Sneak peak of images within 1 week

  • Timeline consultations to keep the day smooth

  • No additional travel fees

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  • I photograph weddings with a presence-driven, story-focused approach. I’m not chasing trends or manufacturing moments. I capture what’s real—connection, emotion, and the quiet in-between moments that become the heart of your story.

  • Both, but gently. I guide when it’s helpful and step back when the moment is unfolding naturally. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, not turned into models. Anything posed will still feel honest and true to who you are.

  • Not at all. Most couples feel that way. I create a calm, relaxed environment so you can forget the camera and simply be yourselves. Authenticity always matters more than perfection.

  • That’s part of your story, and it’s okay. I approach every wedding with emotional awareness and respect. Whether there’s joy, grief, tension, or missing loved ones, I carry those moments with sensitivity and care.

  • Most couples book full-day (8-10 hours) coverage because storytelling takes time. If you need something more custom, we’ll talk through it together during our call.

  • Most dates book 10–18 months ahead. Once you know your date and feel aligned with my work, I encourage you to reach out.

FAQ

  • Yes. I regularly travel throughout the U.S. and internationally. Your story is what matters—where it happens is simply the backdrop.

  • On average, 600–800 thoughtfully edited, high-resolution images. I don’t limit moments. I tell the full story.

  • You’ll get a preview within the first week and your full gallery in 8–12 weeks, depending on the season.

  • I don’t. Editing is part of the storytelling process and ensures every image reflects the timeless, honest style you see in my work.

  • Absolutely. Transparency is important. Once you inquire, I’ll happily share full galleries so you can see my work across an entire day.

  • After our call, if we’re a great fit, you can secure your date with a signed agreement and a retainer. From there, we begin planning your experience together.

I look forward to connecting with you.

After submitting the form, you can expect to hear from me within 24 hours.

If I’m available on your wedding date, the next step will be for us to schedule a call.