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HOW I GREW MY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY BUSINESS WHEN STARTING OUT

Starting a wedding photography business wasn’t something that I had always set out to do. I wasn’t that little girl who always had a camera in hand, and I wasn’t on my schools yearbook team. The most experience I had with a camera was taking duck-face selfies with my friends on our small digital cameras […]

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Raleigh, NC Wedding

OAKLAND FARM, RALEIGH WEDDING| BRAD AND MADISON

Oakland Farm Wedding Day Brad and Madison had the most beautiful Oakland Farm, Raleigh, NC wedding last week! It was the perfect fall with the most beautiful of details! The sweetest parts of the day were by far the first looks! Brad and Madison chose to have one with each other, and it was so […]

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Raleigh Engagement Photos

RALEIGH ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS | NC MUSEUM OF ART| KAYLEE AND JACKSON

Because they wanted something bright with tall grass and trees for their Raleigh engagement photos, we decided to shoot Kaylee and Jackson’s photoshoot at the North Carolina Museum of Art! It’s so gorgeous this time of year and truly made for some gorgeous images! Kaylee and Jackson met through social media. They bonded over their […]

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Raleigh, NC Wedding

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY IN RALEIGH, NC

I had the best time hanging out with Natalie and Joe for their anniversary session in Raleigh. I think it’s such a great idea to get all dressed up in your wedding attire again without the pressure and stress of the wedding day! YOU MAY ALSO ENJOY: DOROTHEA DIX PARK ENGAGEMENT SESSION IN RALEIGH, NC| […]

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Raleigh Engagement Photos

DOROTHEA DIX ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS| KAYCE AND COLIN

I had such a fun time getting to know Kayce, Colin, and their fur baby Biscuit during their Dorothea Dix Engagement Photos! Kayce and Colin are so fun-loving, and I can already tell their wedding next fall at the Cape Fear Botanical Gardens is going to be a blast! One thing that I adored about […]

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Wedding Planning

HOW TO USE YOUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS

You and your fiancé are SO excited to have your engagement session with us, but maybe the two of you are wondering how to use your engagement photos afterwards? Here are some creative ideas that may help! SAVE THE DATES As we discussed previously, the images you use for your save the dates can really […]

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Wedding Planning

FALL TRADITIONS FOR COUPLES!

The weather is turning (slightly) cooler, and the leaves are starting to take on shades of red, orange, and yellow. Fall is certainly in the air! As a newlywed couple, I remember it being a little overwhelming trying to come up with traditions that we wanted to establish as our own unique couple. So today, […]

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Wedding Planning

WHAT IS THE POINT OF ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS?

One question that Christopher and I get asked periodically is, “What is the point of engagement photos?” So let’s dive right in and discuss! TO GET COMFORTABLE Most of our TR Couples haven’t had professional photos made together before, and that’s ok! By having an engagement session, you’re able to get some practice in front […]

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HOW I BECAME A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

HOW I GOT STARTED AS A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER When I was a senior in college, I was planning a wedding of my own. During that time, one of my favorite parts of planning was scrolling through Facebook and The Knot and looking at wedding photographers work. Even after we had booked our photographers, I would […]

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Wedding Planning

HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS

Over the years, one of the most common questions Christopher and I have received is how to prepare for your engagement photos. There’s a lot of careful thought and planning that goes into your engagement session, and we want to help simplify that process for you! When you book Christopher and I for your wedding, […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT Tierney

I'm Tierney, a Raleigh newborn and family photographer dedicated to capturing the most precious moments of your journey with an intentional and relaxed experience

My clients describe my photography style as timeless, dreamy, and organic. I’ve crafted an experience that’s carefully curated to ensure you feel supported every step of the way—from our first conversation to the moment you hold your beautiful heirloom album in your hands. You’ll always know what to expect, making the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

I take the time to understand your story, values, and vision, so that each session authentically reflects who you are. Being entrusted to capture these intimate and joyful moments is an honor, and I feel blessed to help you preserve your   legacy for generations to come.

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