Being your wedding photographer is an honor I take seriously. After all, you’re inviting me in to be part of your celebration and trusting me with your memories. It doesn’t hurt that those memories I get to document are chock-full of open-hearted joy and feel-it-in-your-bones love. I would love to help document your story.
Warmly,
Simon
This Profession Is A Massive Privilege
yes. perfect. done.
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“Hiring Simon was the best and easiest decision we made.”
“Simon is simply the best! He is probably the NICEST human being, the most talented photographer, and is really just good company. Even our wedding guests absolutely loved him. From the start, he had the best communication, was easy to work with, and always enthusiastic and flexible.” - P+Y
It feels inevitable that I ended up a wedding photographer, but it’s not where I started. Throw it back to what now feels like a lifetime, and I was in a typical corporate job—unhappy, unfulfilled and stressed. To decompress, I would go on hikes whenever I had the chance. And I had recently purchased my first camera to take with me.
On one of those hikes, I ran into this darling, young couple who had literally just gotten engaged. They were giddy with emotion—so excited I could feel it. So I took a chance and asked if they wanted me to snap a few photos. After that little thirty minute session (the first time I had ever photographed a couple, by the way) I KNEW that was what I wanted to do. I fed off the energy ravenously and it sparked an immediate obsession.
I spent the next year building up my business during my off hours. Once I finally took the leap, I never looked back and have been documenting weddings ever since.
Friend, Hype Man, Hopeless Romantic
let's goooo!
“Simon has the perfect personality for this career.”
“Patient and kind but able to be quietly assertive to make things happen just right. He made family and friends comfortable, and the experience easy. Really cannot express how wonderful Simon is as photographer! We could not be more grateful!” - H+A
This is really, truly my dream job.
AT HOME IN THE MOUNTAINS
I love calling Asheville home — there’s something about that fresh mountain air, Southern charm, the fooooood, and the energy of this place. I share life's adventures with my incredible wife Jaimee (who also happens to be my Second Photographer at most weddings!), our two spirited cats, and our ridiculously sweet and endlessly charming boys, Oliver and Rome!
Giving my heart equally to my family and my couples is super important to me, so I am intentional about not over-booking my time. I only take on a select number of clients a year, so I recommend reaching out early!
can't wait to hear from y'all!
I guess it shouldn’t surprise me because I’ve always enjoyed creating things. Whether it was writing short stories as a kid, making music in college, or snapping photos on my iPhone before ever picking up a professional camera. Plus, I’m a proud people-pleaser. And I’ve always been a romantic at heart. It all checks out!
Other Fun Factoids:
I make dad jokes like it’s my (other) job. I also dance like a total dad, but it’s never stopped me.
I’ve explored 12 different countries and counting.
I always thought I was a Gryffindor, but my wife insists I’m a Slytherin.
True to being an extroverted-introvert Gemini, I love going to concerts and breweries with friends, but I equally love to lazily cozy up in bed before the sun even sets.
I attended East Carolina University, #purplegold.
I am an Enneagram Type 1: The Perfectionist. And you better believe I use my perfectionism to make your day better than you could have ever imagined.
I’m half Filipino and always jump at the opportunity to document weddings that highlight or blend different cultures.
I’m a pescatarian. But I eat gooood. I also require caffeine.
My playlist holds everything from Zach Bryan to Mac Miller to Kings of Leon to Sylvan Esso and sooo many other artists and genres. Also, my wife is a bit of a Swiftie so, by default, I am too.
Movies/shows that I could watch over and over include: Anything by Christopher Nolan or Adam McKay, The Office (obviously), Game of Thrones, Fixer Upper, Mad Men, and Succession.
But when I’m driving to a wedding, I’m probably rapping aloud to some hip hop or listening to a cheesy motivational podcast.
I'm an unapologetic hugger and high-fiver.
beyond excited to meet you
Let's Get This Party Started
Because I pour everything I have into each and every celebration, I only take on a limited number of weddings per year.
Fill out my contact form below and I'll get back to you within 24 hours so we can schedule a time to meet. I can't wait to get started!
