At my heart, I am more than just a photographer; I’m a storyteller. Whether I’m capturing the joy of a wedding day, the tenderness of maternity, the laughter of children, the legacy of high school seniors, or the beautiful connections within a family, I cherish every story I’m invited to tell. I wholeheartedly care about creating meaningful, memorable experiences for every client. My commitment goes beyond delivering breathtaking images; it’s about offering warmth, care, and thoughtful attention to detail in every moment we share.
What sets me apart from others?
Communication, Your Way
Whether you're a text-it-out kind of person, love a good email thread, or prefer chatting over a call, I’m here to connect in whatever way feels easiest and most natural for you. No pressure, no formality—just genuine connection, your way!
Styling Party!
Let’s make some magic together! This part is all about collaboration—dreaming up the vibe, the look, and the feel of your engagement or portrait session. We’ll build a style board that reflects your personality, your story, and everything that makes you smile. Think of it as your creative warm-up! We can do this virtually via email and shared Pinterest boards or in person over a glass of your favorite beverage!
Your Session (Engagement, Children, Family, Maternity, High School Seniors, or Headshots)
I highly recommend it because it’s a fun, relaxed way for us to connect before the big day. You’ll get comfortable in front of the camera, shake off any nerves, and by the time your wedding rolls around, you’ll feel like a total pro. It’ll be less like working with a stranger and more like hanging out with a friend who’s there to cheer you on all day long!
Viewing Session
Once your images are fully refined, roughly 1 week later, we’ll meet for a personalized viewing and design session. You’ll experience your photographs as they were meant to be seen, and together we’ll thoughtfully curate the pieces that will become timeless artwork in your home. This relaxed, boutique experience is designed to guide you toward heirloom‑quality prints and wall art that beautifully tell your story.
Order Delivery
Depending on your location, your wall art, albums, or prints will be delivered either directly to your home or personally hand‑delivered by me. For local clients, I provide a full white‑glove experience, including assistance with installation, ensuring each piece is placed with precision and displayed with the elegance and intention it deserves.
Seamless Timeline Planning.
Let’s bring your dream day to life together! We’ll co-create a timeline that flows effortlessly, keeping things joyful and stress-free from start to finish. I’ll work hand-in-hand with your venue, day-of coordinator or planner, DJ, and videographer to make sure everyone’s in sync. That way, every moment is beautifully timed, every detail is captured, and you get to simply soak it all in. It’s teamwork at its finest, with you at the heart of it all!
Album & Art Design Session
If you choose to create a custom heirloom album, we’ll team up one last time to make sure it’s everything you dreamed of. You’ll have full say in the design—nothing goes to print until you give the final thumbs-up. It’s the perfect finishing touch to your love story, crafted with care and made to last for generations.
Your Wedding Gallery-Fast, Beautiful, and Yours Forever.
You’ll have your full engagement session gallery in just 72 hours, yes, really! Because when love looks this good, why wait? Full wedding day gallery within 2–4 weeks (up to 4 weeks during peak season), so you won’t have to wait long to relive every moment. Your images will be delivered in a stunning online gallery with lifetime access, no expiration, ever. You can easily share the gallery with friends and family, and they’ll be able to download their favorites too. It’s your love story, beautifully preserved and ready to be enjoyed again and again.
Digital files are temporary by nature, but printed photos and albums turn fleeting moments into lasting stories your family can hold, share, and pass down.
My mom as a bride in 1978, my dads parents in 1955 & my moms parents at their 50th wedding anniversary
These aren't just pictures, they're cherished memories and legacies.
For wedding clients, keep reading!
offering in person viewing sessions with Heirloom fine-art prints, framed canvases & Albums!
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I have two amazing kids. Jacob, who's almost 22, and Michael,a who is almost 11.
Jacob loves DND, playing on his PlayStation, singing, and being a godfather to his best friend's son.
Michaela is just as artistic as her brother with drawing and singing. She loves all musicals, especially Epic The. Musical and Hades Town.
My adorable kids
Family
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In this industry, I've had the privilege of traveling all over the US, and one day I hope to branch out and make it worldwide!
Some of my favorite places I've been are:
Big Sur, California
San Francisco, California
Yosemite National Park, California
New York City, NY
Chicago, Illinois
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Tallahassee, Florida
Memphis, Tennessee
Nashville, Tennessee
Charleston, South Carolina
Savannah, Georgia
Las Vegas, Nevada
Big Sur, California
Traveling
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I love, LOVE all flowers. So much so, I always have fresh flowers in my house. I also love to build flowers from LEGO because they last forever!
Michaela has even started making me origami flowers.
I even love drawing them!
Especially Tulips
Flowers
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I have always been a lover of all animals. Currently, we have two crazy pugs.
Sir Charles Xavier Pugsington the Third, Duke of Kibble - Charlie
Dame River Song Pugsington, Professor of Cuteness & Dutchess of the Curlytails - River
We also have a large gaggle of cats, but let's just say more than 3.
We have 2 pugs and a gaggle of cats
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Ella was incredible to work with. I’d choose her again in a heartbeat and give her more than five stars if I could. I loved her bright, airy style from the start, and after talking with her, it was clear how much she cared about making my wedding day exactly what I imagined. She was consistently responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process.
Our engagement session was relaxed and fun—even my husband, who normally hates photos, enjoyed it. She handled our two energetic dogs with total ease. On the wedding day, she balanced being meticulous with my preferences and flexible with any changes, and I trusted her direction completely. Her assistant Courtney was wonderful too, offering great ideas and keeping everything comfortable.
Everyone—our families, bridal party, and us—felt at ease around her. She blended in like a friend and captured stunning candids and sunset shots, which are my favorites. Now that I’ve received my gallery, I’m absolutely in love with every photo. Choosing Forever Love Photography was one of the best decisions I made
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Dr. Michelle + Dr. Josh
"Working with Ella was unreal! Her vision and artistic eye was everything, and there was never a moment when she didn't have our complete trust. Our wedding day was magical, and she captured every detail and moment impeccably. "
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Michelle + Grant
"Ella stepped in at the last minute when your photographer canceled 3 weeks before our wedding - she blew our socks off! Ella’s passion and professionalism made an instant impression, and she felt like family on our wedding day. She went above and beyond, even creating a sneak peek video that night and turning our photo reveal into an unforgettable experience"
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Sarah + Nathan
"We had a cancellation, and she came in clutch at the last minute (will forever be thankful!) and was everything we could have ever imagined. I highly recommend booking. The most amazing photos and experience, she made our wedding day a little less stressful. So professional and just a delight to work with
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AnnaMarie + Hunter
"Ella was AMAZING! She was kind, thoughtful, and hilarious! She made the day stress-free and easy! She had so many creative ideas for pictures. I would 10/10 recommend her to capture your big day! THANK YOU so much!"
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Lauren + Chuck
"Ella did an AMAZING job on my business headshots. Not only was her rate reasonable, but she was also very creative- I explained what I was looking for and she delivered flawlessly. I would highly recommend using her services, and I will personally continue to do so."
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Damaris F.
"Ella is the best! She's professional and accommodating, and Ella is also one of the most patient and nicest people I’ve ever met! She is so great at what she does, and I’m already looking forward to our next session with her! Highly recommend for family photos!"
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The Aycock Family
You Deserve the best
Choosing me as your photographer means investing in more than beautiful images. You’re investing in artwork that becomes part of your family’s legacy. I approach every session with intention, care, and an eye for the moments that deserve to be preserved for generations. From the way I guide you through a relaxed, enjoyable experience to the handcrafted heirloom prints and products I deliver, my goal is to create something lasting, pieces you’ll proudly display, pass down, and revisit as your story unfolds. You deserve the best, and that’s exactly what I pour into every detail of my work.
