top photo by Kaoly Gutierrez
center photo by Ariel Shumaker
Hi, I'm Eliza!
I am tall and have a gold freckle in my right eye. I live with my husband, Ben Franklin, son August, and a rabbit named Maple, in a little old house in West Asheville. I talk to my neighbors and give lots of hugs.
I wear my late grandmother’s mother of pearl button around my neck. It is a daily reminder of life’s fragility & persistence. It is a small piece from a great big past. Simple & beautiful, a keepsake, a reminder. This is what I strive to do with photographs, to leave something worthwhile for our grandchildren to uncover.
I value images that make us pause, reflect, and feel connected.
I value honest heartfelt communication.
I celebrate gay marriage and lovers of all genders.
If you. . .
~ take comfort in handmade mugs & firelight
~ are sometimes moved to tears by music
~ enjoy photos of yourself for real laughing, although we all look a little crazy when we do
~ feel that weddings are a space to celebrate your own gorgeously unique relationship, in whatever way brings you, and your love, joy . . .
. . . then quite possibly, we were meant for each other!
// Kind words from clients //
“Oh my god these are incredible! I had some high expectations, but DAMN.” - Thomas + Korey
“These photos are absolutely perfect. I cannot thank you enough. We sat together and put on a playlist per your recommendation and were moved to tears.” - Patricia + Travis
“I do not know how to put into words how happy we are with the moments you captured. Every photo we kept asking ourselves, ‘How does she do it?!’” - Kelsey Jo + Colin
“Wow Eliza! These are truly amazing. Thank you so much. What an incredible gift you just gave us and that you give to the world.” - Rob + Lauren
“I didn’t think that was going to be fun, but it really was!!!” -Henry (age 3)
“The photos are absolutely amazing, we stayed up late enjoying each one. We loved all the little moments that were captured, these photos will be cherished for the rest of our lives. . you captured the beauty so wonderfully! We loved how much you were able to bring nature in, it really showed what was important to us. I am in love with these photos.” - Jocelyn + Billy
“Looking back on our photos, I can FEEL exactly what it felt like in that moment and that’s exactly what we wanted. THANK YOU!” - Alina + Ben
“My god Eliza! You knocked it out of the freaking park!!! These are breathtaking”. . . . “Eliza was so kind and thoughtful throughout the whole process and took her time to get to know us. Her ability to capture small, intimate moments that other photographers would not, is uncanny. Every photo she captures demonstrates her empathy and ability to see the beauty in all those quiet little moments of a wedding.”
-Katie + Aaron
“GAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!! Are these seriously the best photos you’ve ever taken?????? Oh my GAWD you captured the magic beauuuuutifully!!”
- Michael + Sinclaire
“WOW! These are absolutely spectacular. We are blown away. Even John said, ‘Let’s do it again!’ which, for someone who historically does not like getting his picture taken, is a big deal. These came out better than I ever could have imagined. Thank you so much!! We are going to cherish these forever, and return to them again and again.” - Asia
“LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE. . .We LOVE these so so much!!!!!!! Thank you so much for making lifetime of memories for us.” - Chelsea + Brian
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