HEY, I'M AMANDA
F riends call me Mandi,
But my favorite name is mama
BEFORE WE WORK TOGETHER, YOU SHOULD KNOW:
I'm a wedding photographer based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and I'm a walking contradiction.
I love a good plan....like, I will obsessively create multiple timeline versions for your wedding. But I'm also completely down for side quests. Surprise ice cream truck? Let's do it. Group table dash photos? I'm here for it.
I'm fueled by Monster Zero and Netflix docuseries. I'm weak for Sarah J. Maas novels and anything Bridgerton-adjacent. I love dramatic romance but will never use the phrase "fairytale wedding" in my marketing because ew.
HERE'S SOME HOT TAKES
WEDDING PARTIES
FIRST LOOKS
Wedding parties can cause more stress than they're worth. Yes, get ready with your besties. But carving out hours for staged bridal party portraits? That might change your mind once you see how it eats into your day.
First looks are great, but stop doing the tap-and-turn. Let the bride walk into frame, that 90's Anastasia moment. Who wants to turn around and see someone inches from your face?
I see wedding days like movie scenes. That's why I'm obsessed with movement. I don't pose you. I prompt you to move. Walk toward me. Spin her. Whisper something that makes you laugh. Movement feels cinematic and natural. Static poses feel stiff.
How I work:
The formula: 60% preparation, 20% trust, 10% technical skill, 10% perfect timing.
I'm obsessive about preparation....custom timelines, venue research, anticipating problems. But once we're on your wedding day? I'm ready to pivot when something amazing happens. The plan gets us to a place where we can be spontaneous without chaos.
People who value photography but aren't chasing trends. Who care about experiencing their day, not checking boxes. Who are open to questioning traditions. And who trust me enough to try that cinematic walking moment instead of the standard tap-and-turn.
I've photographed couples through multiple life stages—engagements, weddings, babies, growing families. Some of my favorite client relationships span years.
AREN'T CHASING TRENDS, BUT ARE INSPIRED BY THEM
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What you're getting
Someone who helps you design your timeline around what matters to you. Who tells you the truth about whether that bridal party marathon is worth it. Who prompts you to move like you're in a period drama (but makes it feel natural). And who captures you living your day—not posing through it.
Let's talk about your day. Not the one everyone else has. The one you actually want.
INTENTIONALLY CURATED
CUSTOMIZED EXPERIENCE
2026
HISTORIC ACRES OF HERSHEY // ETOWN
The Mill at Manor Falls // Millersville
The Manor at Mountain View // HARRISBURG
Kings Mansion // Harrisburg
BACKYARD WEDDING// PENNSYLVANIA
Harvest View Barn // ETOWN
Christian Royer House // WESTMINSTER, MD
Wind in the Willows // GRANTVILLE
THINK WE WOULD BE A good FIT?
You're genuinely excited for the party vibes
You're marrying "your person" and smile thinking about it
You need help figuring out what you actually want
You trust someone who loves structure AND side quests
You're open to questioning traditions that don't serve you
Venue Lineup
I was able to enjoy my entire day and trust in her
perfect personality for the job
As a bride that planned every single detail of our wedding day, I felt like Amanda was right along side of me the whole time! She made the most perfect timeline for the day of the wedding so I was able to enjoy my entire day and trust in her to guide us through it.
One of the most personable people ever.
Her photos are a perfect replica of her personality; light and beautiful
Amanda was amazing!! She was easy to contact, quick to respond, and one of the most personable people ever. Her photos are a perfect replica of her personality; light and beautiful. She knows just how to capture those small special moments throughout the day and would do anything to make sure everything turned out amazing for us.
how thankful we are for Amanda!
also made every single one of our guests feel comfortable
Words cannot express how thankful we are for Amanda! She not only made us feel comfortable, but also made every single one of our guests feel comfortable. My mom even commented on how naturally she directs you into the perfect pose. We had some tough lighting due to a change in the ceremony space because of the weather, and with these photos, you would have thought this was option A.
