When I head out to capture a wedding, I want to feel as prepared as possible to tell a couple's unique love story. But in my experience, it's not just about being prepared—it’s about being over-prepared. Wedding days can be unpredictable, and having the right gear, plus a few backups, can make all the difference when things don’t go exactly as planned. Over time, I’ve found a few pieces of equipment that have become my trusty companions, helping me freeze those special moments in time, no matter what the day throws at me.


In this post, I’m excited to share a little glimpse into what I pack for a wedding day—the cameras and lenses I can't live without, the little extras that always come in handy, and the software I use to bring the photos to life afterward. Whether you're a fellow photographer or just curious about what’s in my bag, I hope you’ll enjoy this peek into the tools that help me do what I love.

Camera Gear

Digital

Bodies

Primary: Canon R6

Secondary: Canon R6


Lenses

Canon RF 24-105mm f4

Canon RF 28-70mm f2

Canon RF 35mm f1.8

Canon EF 50mm f1.2

Canon EF 135mm f2


other equipment

6 Canon batteries

Canon battery chargers

∞ Eneloop AA batteries

Eneloop Super Advanced battery charger

∞ SanDisk memory cards

SanDisk Professional PRO-READER

Film

Bodies

Pentax 67 w/ 105mm

Canon AE-1 w/ 50mm

Fujifilm Instax Wide 400


Film

∞ 35mm film

∞ 120 film

∞ Fujifilm Instax wide film


other equipment

∞ Eneloop AA batteries

Eneloop Super Advanced battery charger

Lighting Equipment

Speedlights

6 Yongnuo YN600EX-RT II Speedlites

Yongnuo flash trigger


MagMod flash modifiers

- MagGrip

- MagSphere

- MagBounce

- MagGrid

- MagShoe

- Pro Correction Gels

stands

2 FlashPoint light stands

Light stand bag


Continuous

LED light wand

Emergency Kit

Sewing kit

Bobby pins

Safety pins

Boutonniere pins

Double-sided tape

Lint roller

Wrinkle Release

Moleskin

Tide To-Go pen

Band-aids

Scissors

Altoids

Listerine Strips

Makeup remover wipes

Advil, Excedrin

Midol, AZO

USB fan

First aid kit

Aveeno eczema lotion

Power bank w/ variety of cables

Crochet hook

Mario Badescu Face Spray

Q-Tips

Tampons

Ballpoint pen

Ultra soft foam earplugs


Snacks

Nuun Sport + Caffeine Electrolyte Tablets

Clif Energy Chews

Annie Variety Snack Pack

That's It bars

Accessories

Storage & Organization

Bags

Nanuk 935 Pro Photo Kit: Hard Case with Lid Organizer and Padded Divider

Pelican 1615 Air Hard Case with Lid Organizer and Padded Divider

Calpak Luka Duffel

Calpak Luke Belt Bag

Kindly The Photographer's Sling Bag

Violet Mae Isabella Camera Backpack

Violet Mae Harlow Photographer Waist Bag

Toiletry bags for emergency kit

Harness

Violet Mae The Leila Dual Camera Harness

Corio Camera Harness for 2 Cameras

Corio Camera Harness for 1 Camera


Memory cards

40 Slots Memory Card Organizer

Portable Memory Card Case

Violet Mae Memory Card Holder

Flat Lay Kit

Accessories

Velvet ring boxes: Sand, French Blue

Glue dots

Ring dishes

Ribbons

Pearls

Risers

Command hooks

Reflector board

Mats

Flat lay mat: Sand Linen

Flat lay mat: French Blue Suede


Organization

Poster tube for flat lay mats

Caboodle for little accessories

Software

gallery hosting

Pixieset


CRM

Pixieset

Dubsado


editing

Adobe Lightroom Classic

Adobe Photoshop


Culling

Aftershoot


backup

Backblaze

graphics

Adobe Illustrator

Canva


analytics

Google Analytics

StatCounter


communication

Gmail

Google Voice

Google Business Profile Manager


Business Cards

Moo

Hardware

Computer

MacBook Pro 14"

Apple iMac 24"

Apple Watch

External Storage

Samsung T7 Shield 4TB SSD

LaCie Rugged Mini 4TB HDD

Seagate 16TB Expansion Desktop HDD

My Closet

Dresses

Aritzia Wilfred Ascot Dress

Aritzia Wilfred Nella Dress

Aritzia Babaton Integrity Linen Dress

Aritzia Babaton Boardroom Dress


Pants

A&F Sloane Tailored Pant

Petal & Pup Kieran Pants

Banana Republic Lina Linen Pants


skirts

Aritzia The Group Babaton wool skirt

Sincerely Jules knit skirt

tops/blouses

Random tops from TJMaxx, Petal & Pup


Shoes

Sorel Kinetic Impact Lace Shoe

Sorel Kinetic Sandal

Birkenstocks Milano Birko-Flor


sunglasses

Krewe Dakota Gelato 24K Mirrored

Podcasts

The Vendor Table

The Business of Luxury Weddings

All Angles Photography Podcast

Passion with Purpose

As much as I love the gear I use, it’s not just about the equipment—it’s about how these tools help me capture the genuine emotions, the fleeting glances, and the unforgettable moments that make each wedding day so special. Every item in my bag plays a role in telling a couple's story in a way that feels authentic and true to who they are. I hope this peek into my gear has been insightful, whether you’re a fellow photographer or simply curious about what goes on behind the scenes. At the end of the day, it’s not just about the cameras or lenses—it’s about the memories we create together.