You're SO excited to put your dress on, see your partner on the wedding day, hug your grandma, tear up the dance floor and have those moments captured forever.
You might be nervous to get in front of the camera. You want a professional who will give you direction, but also be fun and make you feel comfortable. The experience is just as important as the photos. That's what makes authentic, emotional images.
Most importantly, you want images that look how the moment felt. Photos that are clean, colorful, and authentic to your day. Images that convey the emotions held in a moment that bring those same feelings to you when you look at your wedding photos with your children in 20 years.
Wedding photos are one of the most important parts of your day
They are the only thing you have to hold on to after it's all over.
xoxo,
Courtney
the portfolio
It was clear to us that Courtney didn't just care about giving us great photos but cared about our day and how we were doing! I cannot recommend Courtney enough!!!
Courtney made us feel right at home!
We left our wedding day feeling like Courtney is now apart of the family. We can’t wait to use her again to capture life!! Words don’t do it justice, Courtney is the best.
Courtney is worth every single penny
We wanted to feel comfortable like we were hanging out with a friend on our wedding day which we did! We owe Courtney to having such an amazing wedding day and now we get to look at the stunning photos she took for the rest of our lives.
our engagement & wedding photos were
so beautiful
I was naturally quite nervous, but her bright and positive personality instantly put me at ease. Courtney's bright presence made taking pre-ceremony photos so much fun. We were blown away by how incredibly beautiful our photos were.
Courtney was an absolute joy to work with!
Beyond being a great professional, Courtney is such a genuine and lovely personality to have with you throughout one of the biggest days of your life. My husband and I cannot thank her enough for all of her great work on our wedding day!
Courtney heard our desires & DELIVERED
She did an amazing job at capturing all parts of our day from detail shots, candid shots, portraits, and moments from the ceremony/reception. We can say with 100% certainty that Expedition Joy was worth the investment.
Courtney felt more like a friend than a vendor!
for Traditional weddings (limited drive time and bridal party)
8 hours
second shooter
complimentary engagement session
100 miles of travel
print release
online gallery
rose package
Ask about my destination packages and video referrals
for intimate or elopement style weddings with less than 50 guests on a non-saturday
4 hours, digital gallery
print release
100 miles of travel
online gallery
lauren elizabeth package
for Traditional weddings, for the couple who want a little extra
10 hours
second shooter
complimentary engagement session
100 miles of travel
10x 10 album
print release
online gallery
adelle package
the investment
Featured in
Italy, Florida, Scotland, Texas, Mexico, California, Morocco…
Planning a wedding outside the Midwest? I travel anywhere in the world to shoot weddings. My husband and I are travelers in our free time (we’ve been to Italy, France, Egypt, Peru and more). I shoot weddings anywhere!
SUNSET ENGAGEMENT SESSION WITH CHAMPAGNE AT ST PETE’S BEACH IN TAMPA FL
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Check out destination weddings and photo shoot featured on the blog from around the world!
After we meet, I'll send the contract with all the details for you to sign, pay your deposit and make it official!
book
Schedule a video call and let's chat about your day. This is important to make sure we're a match!
meet
Fill out the contact form so I can make sure I'm available on your date
inquire
it's your big day! all you need to focus on is enjoying your wedding and I will take care of the rest
the big day
I'll send you my timeline guide with all the tips for your day. after that we'll do a video call to create a custom timeline
timeline guide
we'll set a date for you to get in front of the camera and practice for the wedding so you feel like MODELS
engagement session
the process
You can choose a base package that fits your needs, and you can always add on extra time, albums, or more second shooter time if needed during and after booking.
Do you offer customizable packages?
Absolutely! I love to help direct you during your session so you feel comfortable and confident. I use both poses and prompts to get a variety of shots of you.
We aren't used to being in front of the camera, can you pose us?
We will set up a call to create a custom timeline together. My experience as a day-of coordinator helps me keep you on time to make up if things run late and have rest periods so you can enjoy your day.
How do we create our timeline?
Wedding turnaround time is 4-12 weeks. Sneak peeks are always sent within 1 week of session and include 10-20 images.
When will we receive our photos back?
Images are delivered in an online gallery and emailed to you. You can share, download and print anywhere. If an album is included it is delivered after the digital gallery is completed.
how do we receive our images?
The Rose Package is great place to start for wedding parties under 15 and at one venue. Larger groups or longer drives may want to add on extra time or go with the Adelle package.
How many hours of coverage do couples usually book?
frequently asked questions
Destination FAQs
I will shoot anywhere in the world! I'm based in Chicago & Tampa, Florida, but I love seeing new places. Plus domestic travel fees are included in your quote for full wedding days (8+ hours) outside the Midwest.
How far will you travel?
I can create a custom quote for destination weddings. I also have 3 base packages you can choose from.
Do you offer custom packages?
I’ve always wanted to visit Scotland, and getting to shoot in Thailand, Turkey or Greece would be a dream (reach out if you are considering these locations and I have a little bonus if you book !)
Bucket list weddings?
I got to shoot a wedding in Mexico in 2022 and 2025 with my friend Grace and it was such an amazing trip. I always take a few extra days to visit the area, and sometimes I bring my husband and daughter! I also shot in Houston at a stunning Chateau at 6 months pregnant and it was the best weekend!
What’s your favorite place you’ve been to?
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