Why do we take photos? Why do we pull our phones out at concerts? Or at the lake to take selfies with our besties? Why when we lose a loved one do we comb through our camera roll trying to remember the crinkle their eyes made when they smiled? Because this one precious life we have is fleeting. And when we find ourselves consumed by moments of joy we wish would never end with people that we love, we want to do whatever we can to hold onto that magical feeling before it’s gone. So we take a photo.
The photos that make up your life are heirlooms of your life's legacy. Whether you're wanting to photograph your wedding, an engagement session, or just an everyday "just because" session, your love story matters. Because the legacy you're leaving on this world matters. And it's my opinion that your love story should be documented with the amount of thought, intentionality, art, and beauty it deserves.
Annnddd this is the part where I come in.
(me after waiting in the wings for this exact moment)
woah. we got deep reaaalll fast. but if you're wanting to work with me, i want to remind you why this matters.
your photos are heirlooms of your life's legacy.
Because like I said above, I value your story wayyyy too much to just show up on your wedding day, a random vendor you've barely talked to, only to stick a black box in your face and tell you to fake smile. If that's what you're wanting you can exit out of this page right now. (I still love you, but bye haha). Here's how I roll: I get to know my couples lonnggg before your wedding day. Ironically, you're probably going to be around me more than each other on your wedding day (it's kinda true ha), so I want to make sure we vibe. That you're comfortable with me. That I'm the best freaking asset to your day. That we're besties basically by the time "i do's" are said. That way... I can capture how your love story FEELS: your quirks, laughs, and tears. I want to see the way you light each other up or laugh so hard you snort. Because THOSE moments are the real, authentic, wonderful moments of your elopement or wedding day you'll want to remember years down the road. They are much more valuable to me than fake smiles and perfectly posed images. For me, this isn't just about taking pretty photos that are "good enough." It's about creating visual poetry that does your story justice. And it's a dang honor I don't take lightly.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR just ANY PHOTOGRAPHER WITH A FANCY CAMERA, I'M PROBably NOT YOUR GIRL.
i do things a little
differently....
For my couples, I do everything I can to make sure your photos are ones you are proud to show your grandchildren one day. You need vendor recommendations? Someone to hold your dress and bring you coffee on the day of? Someone to walk right by your side and assist with ANY questions you may have? I got you and I MEAN IT. When you book me, you're booking more than just a photographer, but a friend who gives a damn. I'm a photographer for the adventurers, the wild, and the whimsical, the brides who don't mind getting their dress a little dirty or sneaking out of their reception for sunset photos. Eloping in the mountains? I'm there in a heartbeat. Getting married in a National Park? Sign me up! I specialize in outdoor intimate weddings and adventurous elopements, but no matter where your adventure takes place, if you value the experience over perfectly posed photographs, we'll be a perfect fit.
My heart is to serve couples
- Shannon, mother of the bride
"much more than photos"
"The tears are flowing just seeing these, as they did the day we married Anne off to our precious “son in love,” Chip. You were phenomenal at the rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, and the day of the wedding. You put us all at ease and made it fun. We were kindred hearts the moment we met and you started “shooting.” You captured their love and commitment to one another, to their Lord God, & you captured the love and joyous celebration shared by all who attended. Thank you for the incredible photos (they are much more than photos). You truly captured the moments and feelings of the day’s events. You are a gifted photographer and artist. We appreciated your professionalism, added with personal warmth, and how you blended in throughout the event. THANK YOU!"
My elopement collections include:
minimum of 4 hours of coverage, my wedding planning guide, location & timeline assistance, print release, full gallery delivered by 6 weeks, additional hours add on, second shooter add on, film add on. Additional fees apply for destination travel.
elopements
My wedding collections include:
6, 8, or 10 hours of coverage, second shooter, my wedding planning guide, timeline assistance, print release, full gallery delivered by 6 weeks, additional hours add on, rehearsal dinner add on, day after session add on, film add on. Additional fees apply for destination travel.
weddings
THE wedding + elopement COLLECTIONS
$6-11k
$4-8k
scott & janet
"Everything about our experience with Lindsey was hands down more than I could have ever imagined. Lindsey repeatedly exceeded my expectations. From the moment she emailed me back (promptly!) about my inquiry, I felt like she was my close friend, not a "vendor"...and I never felt like a "client." Lindsey asked so many questions, we emailed, facetimed, texted throughout the entire experience (over a year). She felt like just another friend/family member at our small Maui elopement. I knew she knew exactly what I wanted out of our time together (and she freakin nailed it!). My husband and I felt so comfortable with her & she is so good at her job, that I feel for the first time we have actually been captured as we see ourselves and our relationship. When you work with Lindsey, you are not just getting a photographer & pictures, you are getting an experience. Don't hesitate if you are even thinking about working with her. Thank you Lindsey for everything."
"more than i could ever have imagined."
matt + madi
I found Lindsey while searching Instagram hashtags for the perfect photographer to capture my husband and I’s reunion from over a year of separation due to military service…mission freaking accomplished. Any expectations we had were exceeded exponentially. An ideal experience from start to finish…no crumbs. At a 6am sunrise shoot having never previously met, she made us feel relaxed and like we could just be us. Not over posed, free to be silly and vulnerable. We even got coffee after…Lindsey included of course because by then it was like we were old friends. These are pictures you print, display proudly, and give to grandparents as gifts. And wellllll…that was 6 years ago. Since then, she is the only one I trust to capture how we've changed each year. Every anniversary I am continuously impressed with how committed she is to making you look effortlessly you and epic at the same time. She says she's going to take your photo, but don't let her fool you. What she does is something way more meaningful and impactful. What Lindsey does is freeze time. She has a gift to preserve moments and ensure that your memories last forever. I could not recommend the talents of Lindsey Roman higher. The only thing you'll regret is not making the investment.
"the only thing you'll regret is not making the investment"
Mason & Grace
It is honestly hard to even put into words at how in love my husband & I are with the photos Lindsey captured for us. She completely exceeded our expectations! Leading up to the wedding she was very easy to communicate with, always answering questions to help make the day go as smoothly as possible. As a bride it was so nice to go into my wedding day knowing that my photographer & I had planned as best as we could to get everything we wanted in our time frame. Not once was I worried she would miss anything. If you are lucky enough to have Lindsey as your photographer I promise you won't have to think twice about trusting her with your special day! I am confident you will love her and her work just as much as we did!
"Not once was I worried she would miss anything."
Chris & Sarah
“Lindsey is not only the SWEETEST girl ever, but also incredibly talented at capturing her clients in their truest form! We’ve had our pictures taken by other photographers in the past, and although those photos were all beautiful, none of them really felt like "us." They were just a little too posed and forced for us to really see ourselves and our relationship through the photos... but our experience with Lindsey was the complete opposite! We were both so comfortable thanks to Lindsey's expert direction and continuous encouragement. When we look back at the photos she took of us, I see us how I imagine us to be at this time in our lives - and how I want to remember this season of life for years to come. Do you and your boo a favor and book this girl! She's the best.”
"Do you and your boo a favor and book this girl!"
Kyle & Grace
"Lindsey is the sweetest pea you'll ever meet. My hubby & I were traveling to Hawaii and NEEDED to get a shoot done while we were there. I found her on Insta & KNEW that she needed to be our photographer. We hiked to a gorgeous view & then frolicked on the beach. We were CONSTANTLY laughing & Lindsey made it easy to connect with HER and my hubby too during the session. I never once felt awkward and she would give direction but then let us organically make a moment between us. We got sneak peeks VERY shortly after and then she sent the session SO QUICKLY back to us! I can't wait to hang these all over our home! I am so happy I found Lindsey & get to call her a friend for life!"
"Lindsey made it easy to connect with her & my hubby."
Landon & Evie
"Lindsey knows how to make you instantly comfortable - as if you've been childhood friends through diapers, mud pies, awkward middle school dances, high school friend drama... and somehow she's still by your side, but this time, she's capturing your love story with the skill of a goddess. I genuinely cannot recommend her enough. She's skilled at what she does, her love for the authentic and raw is evident, and she's not about to finish a session without going above and beyond for her clients. There isn't a single photo in my session that doesn't ooze professional perfection. From the way she interacts with you, to the quality of photos, to the speed that she delivers your session, I swear it'll be impossible to find a single flaw in this woman and her work. Do yourself a huge favor and book this wonder-woman, free-spirit, joy-bomb, real-and-raw photographer. I promise you will never in your life regret it."
"I genuinely cannot recommend her enough."
Cameron & Catherine
“Lindsey is such a kind, adventurous and talented soul. My fiancé and I trekked through a small coastal Scottish town, the highlands & the Isle of Skye together with Lindsey. We had such a wonderful time! Lindsey's communication and service is other worldly. Before, during and after our shoot, she made us so comfortable & we made a great friend because of it. My fiancé is not a big photo lover & she put him at ease in front of the camera - he was belly laughing & twirling around with me after a few minutes! The way she infuses movement into all of her photos is so unique and makes the experience extra special and perfectly candid! We are so happy with our photos and can't wait to have an album printed and prints hung up in our home. Thank you so much Lindsey!”
"Lindsey's communication & service is other worldly."
love notes
how i pose + direct
I'm not the photographer who's going to awkwardly tell you to stand and fake smile. Bleh. You'll never have to wonder "What do i do with my hands?" My goal is to direct, not pose. I often tell my couples to act like I'm filming them instead of taking photos, so you're always moving naturally. An example of my more documentary style directing is something like, "I want you both to explore this field as if you're on a date exploring the scenery and can't keep your hands off each other." Then as you do that, I'll give you more specific directions within that. I cater my posing and directing to every couple uniquely because everyone is different. I won't give you a bunch of silly prompts that force you to do something that isn't genuine to who you are. Which is another reason why getting to know you and making sure we vibe is SO important. The more at ease you are with. me, the better the photos I get will be.
Press & Praise
I'm based in Flagler Beach, FL serving the Jacksonville & Orlando areas locally, but I photograph worldwide! I specialize in luxury destination weddings and elopements! I’m a born traveler at heart, am TSA Pre-checked, and can navigate airports like a pro. If you’re inquiring for an International wedding and are wondering if I’m up for traveling to you, the answer will always be YES.
For couple sessions I I deliver a minimum of 75 high res edited jpeg files, for a 4 hour simple elopement at least 300 files, for a 6 hour intimate wedding at least 500 files, and for an 8 hour full wedding at least 600 files. I don't put a cap on maximum. I don't like to do this because every session and wedding is different. I promise I won't leave anything out, and you'll get the best of the best of what I shot!
No I won’t. My editing is a HUGE part of my art. It’s half of the end result I deliver, and giving out my unedited raws is like a chef giving out uncooked ingredients to her customers. No one wants raw chicken. ;) I promise I’ll deliver all the photos you’ll want, and if for some reason you think I missed something just ask! For me it’s all about building trust between us. If you trust me to make magic for you, you won't need the RAWS.
For this to even happen, I would have to be either in the hospital or having a family emergency/death. I value my couples and their big day so much, and heaven forbid if something out of my control came up that prevented me from being at your wedding, I will personally find you a replacement day of photographer whom I completely trust and whose work you love.
If you’ve already booked your date with me, and for some reason have to cancel or reschedule your wedding/shoot, the retainer fee is non-refundable. In order to book your new date, a new retainer will need to be paid. Please understand I’m not trying to steal your money. I do this because once your date is in my calendar, I’m counting on that money to provide for my family. I’ve also most likely rejected other sessions/weddings for that same date.
Depending on the forecast, I will probably suggest we embrace it. I say that because typically crazy weather makes for absolutely beautiful photos. Since I love capturing feeling and emotion over everything, weather like light wind and rain has a way of enhancing that emotion in a way that’s breathtaking to photograph! Plus, it's sooo romantic to dance and make out in the rain!? However, if it's dangerous weather, we absolutely will reschedule!
No, I will not. Documentary style means that I capture you as authentic and real as possible. I'm not about making people look unrealistic, fake, and barbie doll-like. If that's what you're wanting I'm probably not the best photographer for you. I capture the REAL, beautifully messy, & candid. Because THOSE are the moments I think you're going to want to remember in 20 years. That said, if there's a scar or a pimple (something that is temporary and would go away in 2 weeks) I am happy to brush it out of the photos.
Over the years I've honed in on the type of photography I'm truly best at and what fires me up the most - documentary style weddings & elopements. By narrowing in on just photographing couples I'm able to serve them best without spreading myself too thin in different avenues of photography. That said, for returning clients, I do family sessions!
My domestic travel fees consist of a roundtrip plane ticket from the Jacksonville or Orlando airports (my local airports) to the closest airport to your wedding venue, 3 nights lodging, transportation during my stay, and food per diem. For international weddings, inquire for a custom quote. I do my best to get the best deals on all of that so I can charge you the least amount possible to get me to your location.
August 27 - September 2 // Iceland
September 21-25 // North Georgia
October 7-13 // Dallas, TX
November 26-30 // Tulum, Mexico
