Mandi Roach Photography

I wholeheartedly acknowledge the abundance of extremely talented photographers in the industry, many of whom I deeply admire. For me however, wedding photography is not just about snapping pictures; it's about serving my clients well. As an INFJ and enneagram 4w5, emotions hold significant importance in my work. I shoot with empathy, seeking to connect with my clients on a deeply human level. Alongside that, my unwavering commitment is to infuse each client's experience with a deeply personal touch. In other words, I treat every wedding as if it were my own, pouring my heart and soul into every shot I capture. With over 200 weddings in my portfolio, including my own, I'm hyperaware of heightened emotions, timeline management, and the ability to adapt if something doesn't go to plan. My experience has strengthened my ability to predict those special moments, as well as spot potential curveballs before they arise, ensuring your big day goes off without a hitch.

I totally understand the feeling – cameras can be intimidating! But let me assure you, I'm here to make sure your wedding day is captured in the most authentic and enjoyable way possible. When it comes to wedding photography, I'm all about channeling my inner ninja – always on alert to capture those genuine moments of joy and laughter. And when it's time for those couples portraits of just the two of you, we'll play games and maybe even get a little silly. No awkward posing or forced smiles on my watch! Worried about not looking your best? Don't sweat it! The images you see on my site are all REAL couples – many of whom started out feeling a bit camera shy or downright anxious. But with a little laughter, some gentle direction, and a whole lot of fun, we always end up with epic shots that perfectly capture your best expressions. So, take a deep breath, soak in the love and excitement of being newlyweds, and leave the wedding photography to me.

Thinking about wedding photography costs can definitely be a bit of a shocker at first glance, but let's break it down! Picture this: you're getting ready to tie the knot, surrounded by your nearest and dearest, all in one place, at one time. It's a once-in-a-lifetime moment, right? Well, that's why you want your wedding photography to be nothing short of amazing! Your wedding day is a whirlwind of emotions, laughter, tears, and love—all rolled into one epic event. And guess what? You're going to want those memories to last a lifetime. That's where your wedding photographer swoops in like a superhero, capturing every smile, every tear, and every goofy dance move, so you can relive those magical moments again and again. Sure, great wedding photography might come with a price tag, but think of it as an investment in your memories. These aren't just snapshots; they're your ticket to revisiting the best day of your life whenever you want. So when you're budgeting for your big day, remember: cutting corners on photography isn't something you'll want to skimp on. Trust me, future-you will thank you for it!

I reckon that a wedding photographer has the most unique insight as to what actually goes on, on a wedding day. We’re with you for probably the longest on the day and closer than anyone else, longer even than wedding planner, so we can really help you along the way. I love being by your side to help you before your wedding day. I'll send you a guide to help you organize your day, the best moments for the couple photos, the different lights, etc. On your wedding day, I like to let the day unfold, without interfering too much. All I want to capture is the details, the feelings, the mood, the emotions, the calm and crazy moments and all the details that make your wedding unique. Sometimes it's pure chaos and I'll photograph that, too. Life is messy. And the messy is worth cherishing. While I will direct a couple during the formal photographs, the rest of the day I am completely hands-off. I'm there to take photos that honestly tell the story of your REAL wedding. I have a natural, unobtrusive approach. My portfolio is filled with candid and spontaneous images that capture the genuine emotions and moments of a wedding day. It's important to me that my you feel comfortable with my style and personality, so I encourage you to contact me anytime you have a question I can help you with. Otherwise, bring all the unscripted, authentic, wildly in love weddings - they are my jam!

By now, you’ll know that we love a great wedding party. If you want your reception party to be off the hook, pick the right DJ or band -- it's a BIG DEAL. Throw in lots of fun lights, tequila shots with your childhood mates, spray a bottle of champagne over the dance floor! Whatever you do, go off and I will capture it! We’re going to be there with the camera in our sweaty hands, living it large on the dance floor with you all. Up, close and personal! A lot of the day, we’re shooting in natural light, but as soon as the lights go down, our flashguns come out to play. It’s how we create the drama on the dance floor. It’s how we bring out the color in the lights, shoots the epic dance moves and it’s how we like to photograph you and your guests having the best freakin' time…ever!! One thing is for sure, we’re not going to be there clock watching with the car engine running, waiting to go home as you do your first dance. We’re not THAT photographer.