Sean Cook Wedding Photography

I'm a very easy-going and approachable person, though I’m extremely intentional when it comes to the craft of photography. I’m passionate about ensuring you have an incredible wedding day. And I'm fully committed to creating images that look and feel true to you. Nothing stiff or forced. Nothing false or out of place. Just stunning details, beautiful portraits, and intentionally bright and colorful candids that bring you joy just by looking at them. People are the backbone of everything I do. And empathy is the one value I base everything in my life around. So, it should come as no surprise that getting to know you and discovering what makes you uniquely beautiful is at the heart of my approach. And finding ways to positively impact you and your people is what lights me up. Naturally, I want you to love your photographs. But I want you to love your day even more. Because I know that a beautiful photo of a moment you didn’t enjoy won’t have value. That’s why your experience is my first priority and your feelings are the through-line by which I consider everything. While taking your photo, I constantly think, "Will it feel comfortable? Will it look good? Will it resonate with you later?". And throughout your day, I anticipate challenges and find ways to turn them into moments of joy. Prior to weddings, I pursued a career in photojournalism. The work was raw and real. But the stories happened in places with bad lighting. And they often involved people that didn't want their pictures taken. While I learned how to find and capture authentic moments in difficult situations, I yearned to tell stories that were both emotionally honest and beautiful. So, I pivoted to the world of editorial and sought out beauty. Working in editorial photography allowed me to perfect my lighting skills, work with artistic directors, and learn how to be part of a creative team. But while I helped to produce stunning work, the creative process was valued almost more than the end result. And the photos felt empty. I wanted to create work that had lasting meaning in people’s lives. And I discovered that the best photographs are a balance of beauty and meaning. The idea of positively impacting a room full of people is thrilling. The thought of giving each of your guests a photo they love is beyond gratifying. And the realization that I can make their day better just by being a part of it, well... I can't imagine doing anything else.