Lightbloom Photography
Hi, I'm Allison. I like to take photos
I'm not a regular photographer, I'm a cool photographer!
I like to sprinkle a little bit of whimsy onto everything I touch. I’m a 30-something millennial/elder emo/full time third wheel. I’m a Leo & a Gryffindor. My love language is sarcasm and I like to laugh more than the average person. 35mm film is my first love. I was born in Ohio but I was made for the beach. Between weddings, I’m mostly traveling the world, catching live shows at Greenfield Lake, and hanging with my very sassy Samoyed, Luna. Please google that dog breed if you’ve never heard of it.
Lightbloom Photography is located in Wilmington, North Carolina and mainly works along the East Coast
But guess what – travel is my absolute favorite thing in the world so if you’ve got a wedding coming up in a cool destination – I’m your girl!
Documenting love in all of its badass & glittery glory
"When people look at my pictures I want them to feel the way they do when they want to read a line of a poem twice."
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associate photographers
Neal & Erin
As of 2026, we’re now a TEAM! Associate photography is the perfect option for you if Allison is out of your budget or unavailable for your date! Now you can work with Neal or Erin, both of whom have extensive backgrounds in wedding photography and are just an absolute joy to work with. Their packages are the same as Allison’s, but starting at a discounted rate!
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35mm film
Add it to your wedding day
There was a time we picked up a camera to remember what it felt like, not to convince everyone that it was flawless. I want to preserve moments in time authentically, imperfectly, and artistically. Not by using AI to make it look like something that it wasn’t. I bring this method into the way I photograph in both digital and film photography.
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What's your style?
Well, I'm NOT bright and airy
I prefer a photo style that feels a bit moodier and romantic. I photograph true to color, with vibrant greens, bold skies, and a filmy edge to it. I love film quality, the truthfulness behind it, and photographs that you can FEEL. I want our work together to feel effortless and the best place for you to be yourselves, so that your photos really look and feel like you. No two wedding days are the same.
Love letters From Past Clients
"Allison truly captured the emotions of the day without being intrusive. Her bubbly personality meshed well with us as a couple and all our guests. Don't let her calm demeanor fool you! She can be cool as a cucumber while also solving problems on the fly and nailing amazing shots you will treasure. She made our day so much fun and helped us slow down and savor the moments of our wedding."
Our Mission
We are the perfect photographers for the wild at heart and the loudly in love. Relationships centered around laughter, silliness, and the freedom to fully be yourselves around each other. We lean into natural posing and documenting sweet moments together.
proudly serving couples in all forms
You are welcome, safe, and celebrated with me. Love wins, always.
My wedding packages begin at $4900 with a complimentary engagement session included. I guarantee a 3 week turnaround to receive you wedding photos. I also offer elopement rates and I have a STRONG love for travel. I’m so serious – please elope in Europe, my bags are packed!
1
degree in fine arts & photography
300+
Weddings shot throughout career
16
years of experience in weddings
3
photographers & 1 videographer to choose from
Weddings
Weddings are my full time job, and what I invest most of my time into. Engagement sessions are included with a wedding booking. I believe your wedding photos should be candid, natural, beautiful, and they should feel like you. If you don’t feel the big feelings when you look through your gallery, I’ve done my job wrong.
Real Estate & Local Businesses
When I’m not at a wedding, I love photographing local real estate and local businesses. I’ve worked with tons of amazing clients in both fields, I love seeing all the gorgeous homes and businesses that Wilmington has to offer.
Travel
My love for travel began when I was growing up and visiting NC as a child. I flew off to Europe for the first time in 2016 and I haven’t stopped since. I love photographing travel in all forms, including working for tour companies and travel agencies.
Our Popular Blog Posts
Wedding inspo, travel blogs, and the best photo spots in town? It’s all up on my blog! Here’s a few fan faves that are definitely worth a read!
