Why Inclusivity Is at the Heart of Everything I Do

Can I be really honest for a moment?

I’ve sat down to write this blog a dozen times. Not because I don’t know what to say, but because it matters so much to me that I get it right.

See, I’m a wedding photographer. But more than that, I’m someone who deeply believes in love, in all its forms. And not just the kind that fits neatly into traditional boxes. I'm talking about messy, magical, beautifully diverse love.

LGBTQIA+ love. Interracial love. Neurodiverse love. Love with mobility aids, mental health stories, blended families, or deeply personal journeys.

And I want to say this clearly:

You are welcome here. You are seen here. You are safe here.

This Isn’t Just Business for Me. It’s Personal

I grew up noticing who didn’t always get a seat at the table. Who got side-eyed for being “different.” Who got left out of group photos, off invitations, or, later in life, out of vendor galleries.

When I started my wedding photography business, I made myself a quiet promise:

No one would ever have to wonder if they were “allowed” to belong in front of my camera.

No one should have to ask, “Do you photograph gay weddings?” or “Would you be okay working with a trans bride?”

The answer will always be yes. Loudly, proudly, without hesitation.

Why Representation Matters So Much

When I look at some wedding blogs or photographer websites, I still notice it, a sea of straight, thin, white, able-bodied, hetero-presenting couples.

And here’s the thing: there’s nothing wrong with those couples, love is love, always.

But when that’s all we show, it quietly tells others, “This isn’t for you.”

I never want anyone to feel like that on my watch.

So I show what I want to see more of:

• Queer couples being tender, silly, soft and powerful
• Neurodiverse couples making their own timelines, without pressure
• Brides in suits, grooms in florals, non-binary folks in whatever they damn well want to wear
• People with tattoos, chronic illnesses, service dogs, piercings, prosthetics, stretch marks, wheelchairs, chosen families, chosen pronouns, chosen love

Because love doesn't look one way, and your wedding shouldn't have to either.

This Isn’t a “Statement.” It’s a Value.

I didn’t write this because it’s Pride Month, or because “inclusive” is a buzzword. I wrote it because this is how I live and work every single day.

Inclusivity isn’t an add-on. It’s woven into:

• The way I communicate
• The language I use in contracts and contact forms (no “bride & groom only” fields here)
• The vendors I recommend
• The way I direct (or don’t direct) posing
• The space I hold for you when you’re nervous to be fully seen

It’s not just about saying “everyone’s welcome.” It’s about making you feel like that’s actually true.

If You’ve Ever Wondered, “Will We Be Safe Here?” The Answer Is Yes.

I know that not everyone walks into a wedding venue feeling immediately accepted. I know some couples bring past pain, fear, or family tension with them. I know that even choosing a photographer can feel like an act of vulnerability.

And if you’re reading this and nodding quietly, maybe even tearing up, please know:

You’ve found someone who will hold your story with gentleness and respect.

I don’t just take pretty pictures. I hold space. I hold emotion. And I hold you.

Love Is Love, And It Deserves to Be Photographed Honestly

So whether you’re planning a big celebration or a tiny elopement…

Whether you're queer, trans, disabled, fat, shy, loud, neurodiverse, non-religious, tattooed, non-traditional, poly, anxious, introverted, or just beautifully human…

You belong here.

You deserve to be celebrated, supported, and seen.

And I’d be honoured, truly, to be the one who captures it all.