Business Details
Creative Wedding Photography & Videography in Outer Banks
Wes Shinn Photography is a creative wedding photography and videography business rooted in the Outer Banks, North Carolina. With over two decades of experience capturing weddings, our approach blends documentary-style storytelling and cinematic artistry honed through formal film school training. We prioritize building genuine connections with couples to authentically document their unique love stories, focusing on intimate moments and emotional depth.Our work emphasizes vibrant visuals, unexpected effects, and a personalized process that ensures every couple feels comfortable and celebrated. We serve clients locally and globally, delivering high-quality galleries and films within two to four weeks, with select highlights shared within 24 hours. Our commitment to excellence extends to using advanced techniques like drone footage and specialized lighting equipment to create timeless visual legacies.
Services
Wedding Photography
Videography
Engagement Sessions
Drone Footage
Photojournalism
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of experience in wedding photography and videography.
- Our unique cinematic style is developed through formal film school training.
- We prioritize personalized storytelling tailored to each couple's dynamic.
- We provide drone footage and advanced lighting techniques for dynamic visuals.
- We guarantee delivery of two edited photos within 24 hours post-ceremony.
What people say
Authentic storytelling
Quick turnaround
Cinematic quality
Personalized approach
Emotional depth
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography captures authentic moments with a documentary-style approach. Combining film school expertise and artistic vision, we create vibrant, emotionally resonant images that reflect each couple's unique story. Services include full-day coverage, high-resolution galleries, and personalized editing.
Videography
Cinematic wedding videography documents your day with dynamic storytelling. Using professional-grade equipment and advanced techniques like drone footage, we produce high-quality films that highlight key moments and subtle details. Packages include highlight reels and full-length ceremony recordings.
Engagement Sessions
Pre-wedding photo sessions help couples build comfort with the camera while creating beautiful imagery. These sessions focus on capturing natural interactions and establishing trust, serving as both practice for the big day and standalone keepsakes.
Drone Footage
Professional drone services add dramatic perspectives to wedding films. Certified operators capture sweeping landscape shots and unique angles of venues, complementing traditional videography with cinematic aerial sequences that enhance storytelling.
Photojournalism
Our photojournalistic approach prioritizes candid moments over posed shots. By observing and anticipating key interactions, we create authentic visual narratives that preserve the day's natural flow, emotions, and spontaneous highlights.
People
Wes Shinn
Owner & Lead Photographer
With 20 years of wedding photography experience and formal film school training, Wes Shinn specializes in cinematic storytelling. His documentary-style approach captures authentic emotions, while his military photojournalism background ensures adaptability in any situation.
Questions
What photography styles do you offer?
We specialize in documentary-style wedding photography with cinematic elements, focusing on candid moments and emotional storytelling.
Do you offer videography services?
Yes, we provide full wedding videography with cinematic editing, including drone footage and highlight reels.
How long does it take to receive photos?
Full galleries deliver within 2-4 weeks, with 2 guaranteed photos shared within 24 hours post-ceremony.
Are engagement sessions included?
Engagement sessions are available as add-ons to help couples build comfort with the camera before the wedding day.
Do you travel for weddings?
Based in Outer Banks, NC, we travel nationally and internationally to capture destination weddings.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional DSLR cameras, advanced lighting systems, and certified drones for aerial footage.
