behind the camera
Meet Tara
the photographer
I love nothing more than to see my couples enjoying their wedding day together. For me, it’s the tenderness shared during a private first look, the soft murmurs of guests clinking forks & glasses while enjoying a nourishing meal, and the misty eyes of grandma who gazes on with pride that makes me so grateful & blessed to have this business.
I am creative & confident as I navigate couples through their wedding photography – making them at-ease and comfortable so they can remember their authentic emotions versus the timeline or pose. There’s truly nothing better than giving my couples images that instantly portal them back into those sweet, sweet moments.
When not photographing weddings, you can find me learning a new pasta recipe inspired by my obsession with Tuscany, traveling the world (we have a long bucket list) with my husband, Stephen, reading yet another book, or playing with our fur-child, Kodak.
some of my favorites
travel
Stephen and I were a long-distance couple before getting married, so you could say it’s fate. Whether I’m lounging on tropical beach or in a Parisian cafe, exploring traveling the world with my husband fuels my inspiration more than anything.
some of my favorites
fur momma
I’ve always been an animal lover and when I became a puppy parent to Kodak’s fluffy mini Aussiedoodle face, my obsession took a nose dive past the point of no return.
some of my favorites
faith
I believe we are here for a reason and there’s always more to someone’s story than meets the eye. My faith is the heartbeat behind everything I do.
some of my favorites
italian siestas
Taking joy in the simple pleasures, intentional conversations, a meal of fresh pasta and olive oil dipped bread, & candlit ambience – I am a lover of all things Under the Tuscan Sun.
some of my favorites
aesthetic
If I were not a photographer, I’d be an interior designer. Queen of epic gallery walls and seeing potential in any space, creating an inviting room & consistent aesthetic, I am always fluffing a pillow to make things just right. One of many reasons why intentional wedding design & attention to detail is so important to me.
it all starts here
pattengale values
At Pattengale Photography, we believe that quality outlasts quantity. And that the best is always yet to come. While we’re at it, cuddles are better than awkward posing. And those crinkled-nose giggles are better than a thousand contrived ones.
More than anything, we believe this: you matter. Your story matters. And the legacy of love you’re building has the potential to inspire the generations that come after you.
