DOCUMENTARY AND EDITORIAL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

 

 

traveling from WASHINGTON, D.C.

Nam believes in the power of capturing raw, intimate emotions and tender moments in a blend of documentary storytelling & editorial finesse, allowing each couple's true selves to shine through every frame.

Each wedding is a special opportunity to tell a unique love story. Nam carefully documents the joy, laughter, and connection that make the day truly special. Her work is rooted in the belief that the most memorable photographs come from unfiltered & raw emotions.

Couples who value candid emotions, intimate embraces, and a natural, laid-back flow on their wedding day form a strong connection with Nam. If you're looking for timeless images that celebrate your story in its truest form, Nam is ready to follow you on your journey—wherever that may take you.

RECENT WORK

 

authentic APPROACH,

TIMELESS imagery

 

From the sunlit coasts of California to the vibrant streets of Washington, D.C., Nam Tatum captures love stories across the USA and around the world.

With a passion for photography rooted in storytelling, Nam highlights emotional and unscripted moments, blending them with an editorial touch that brings elegance and authenticity to each frame. Her style allows couples' true selves to shine through, creating images that are as timeless as they are personal.

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 BEHIND THE LENS

 

“This is my way of seeing the world through wedding photography—where love is raw and emotions are real....

 

  

... then I capture the love story as it unfolds, with authenticity at its core. I’m here to take pictures and preserve the quiet, intimate emotions that make your connection unique. Together, we’ll turn fleeting moments into timeless memories that feel as genuine as your love, just as you are.”

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"All you need is love? FALSE. The four basic human necessities are AIR, WATER, FOOD, and SHELTER.”

-Dwight Schrute

RECENT DESTINATIONS

NEW MEXICO, NEW JERSEY, NORTH CAROLINA, MINNESOTA 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

THE STYLE

 

documentary WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
with an EDITORIAL FLAIR

 

Nam Tatum’s approach is rooted in capturing the authentic, unscripted moments of a wedding day. With a documentary style that focuses on the raw and real emotions, she infuses an editorial flair that adds a timeless, polished edge to every frame.

Her photography balances natural storytelling with artful composition, blending candid captures with an eye for refined detail. The result is a collection of images that feel organic yet elevated—turning genuine connections and intimate moments into visually striking, emotionally rich memories. Nam’s style is perfect for couples seeking an honest portrayal of their love, with a touch of editorial sophistication.

FEATURED GALLERIES

WHITE SANDS NATIONAL PARK ENGAGEMENT - WHITE SANDS, NEW MEXICO

WATERFRONT FAMILY PORTRAITS - ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA

MAYMONT PARK ENGAGEMENT - RICHMOND, VIRGINIA

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