The CANDID of Documentary

The ART of Editorial

For couples who value artful imagery and want to be fully present for all of the emotion of the day.

TAILORED EXPERIENCES

ELOPEMENTS

Intimate documentation for heartfelt vows and unforgettable landscapes.

WEDDINGS

Artfully documenting the moments that define your wedding day.

THE ART OF HONEST STORYTELLING

MICHAELA MAE & CO.

Michaela Mae is a wedding and portrait photographer based between Washington, D.C. and the Southeast, documenting celebrations across the United States and beyond. Blending a documentary approach with an editorial eye and mix of digital and film, her work is rooted in honest storytelling, genuine connection, and the belief that the most meaningful photographs are often the ones that happen naturally.

Known for her true-to-color imagery, thoughtful use of both digital and 35mm film photography, and ability to create a calm, comfortable experience, Michaela captures wedding days with an emphasis on presence over perfection. Her photographs preserve not only how a wedding looked, but how it felt.