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About this vendor

McKenna Hutchinson
McKenna Hutchinson
Owner and Photographer

LGBTQ+-owned, Woman-owned

9 years in business

We speak English

1 team member

Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, 1828 Collective is a wedding photography business specializing in candid imagery, capturing the inspiring and raw moments as they unfold. McKenna Hutchinson, the owner and lead photographer, instructs couples when required, helping them to create romantic depictions that represent the essence of their love. McKenna collaborates with her clients, making them feel comfortable and confident in their agency over their wedding photography.

Services Offered

This photography company is pleased to offer a range of services that ease pre-wedding stress. Should a couple need them, additional hours can be used to capture an extensive collection of photos. Destination weddings are accommodated, and a second photographer may be added upon request. With each package, the couple receives an online gallery and exclusive printing rights for their images.

What You'll Love About 1828 Collective

Past clients praise this photographer and her team for their joyful and positive energy, making everyone feel at ease in front of their camera. Their photographs have been described as pure artistry, preserving the beauty of each celebration. Browse through the 1828 Collective's Real Weddings features to view photographs from past weddings they have captured.

Pricing & Deals

Starting at $4,000
Couples usually spend
$5,000

Availability

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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints

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Reviews of 1828 Collective

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McKenna is highly praised for her exceptional photography skills and warm personality, making her a top choice for capturing wedding memories. Reviewers commend her for her talent in capturing candid moments, stunning lighting, and beautiful compositions. McKenna's ability to put clients at ease, provide creative direction, and deliver high-quality edited photos are highlighted in the reviews, with multiple couples expressing gratitude for her calming presence and attention to detail on their special day. Overall, McKenna's professionalism, communication, and dedication to her craft make her a highly recommended wedding photographer for those seeking timeless and personalized photographs.

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McKenna is highly praised for her exceptional photography skills and warm personality, making her a top choice for capturing wedding memories. Reviewers commend her for her talent in capturing candid moments, stunning lighting, and beautiful compositions. McKenna's ability to put clients at ease, provide creative direction, and deliver high-quality edited photos are highlighted in the reviews, with multiple couples expressing gratitude for her calming presence and attention to detail on their special day. Overall, McKenna's professionalism, communication, and dedication to her craft make her a highly recommended wedding photographer for those seeking timeless and personalized photographs.

Cammy
Cammy Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding photography experience!

McKenna is truly the sweetest photographer to work with! Her energy is so positive and happy and she makes you feel SO comfortable!! We did engagement photos at the beach and our wedding photos in the mountains with her, and she absolutely crushed both! She gave great direction for posing and allowed everything to feel very natural for us. We were laughing the whole time, and from the sneak peeks we've received, we are OBSESSED!!! She is the best to work with and I could not recommend her enough!
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 01/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

11.16.24 Wedding Experience

We had the pleasure of having Mckenna as our wedding photographer and let me tell you, she was everything I thought she would be! I orginally found her on the knot and fell in love with her candid, vintage style of photography and had to have her for our big day! She is very down to earth and your biggest supporter through it all. Immediately after meeting her she made us feel comfortable and we jumped right into shooting. During our engagement and wedding shoot she directed us into poses that were so natural that you would've thought we had been in front of the camera our whole lives! The quality of the photos were so crisp and so colorful and I especially loved her editing style. We have so many wonderful photos that I'm now having trouble trying to choose which ones we want to hang on our wall ❤️ Mckenna was timely, professional and great to work with 10/10 would recommend her to anyone we know!
Poppy
Poppy Sent on 12/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best choice!

Literally the best photographer we could have ever asked for. If you are still looking for a photographer, look no further. You will not regret it. We cannot say enough wonderful things about McKenna! From the very first meeting, she put us at ease with her warm personality and clear passion for her craft. McKenna took photos for our elopement, engagement shots, bridal portraits, and also wedding day. On the day of the wedding, she was not only professional and organized but also made the experience so enjoyable. She is so sweet and easy to talk to - it feels like talking with a friend.

McKenna has an incredible eye for detail and captured every moment beautifully, from the candid smiles to the breathtaking shots of our venue. Her ability to blend into the background while still capturing intimate, heartfelt moments is truly remarkable. Her style in photography is unmatched and she will genuinely listen to your vision.

When we received our photos, we were absolutely blown away. The lighting, composition, and editing were stunning, and she managed to tell the story of our day perfectly. Looking through our album felt like reliving the best day of our lives all over again.

If you're looking for a photographer who is talented, creative, and genuinely invested in making your wedding memories last a lifetime, McKenna is the one!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
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Real Weddings

Lynn & Tate
86 photos · 01/16/2022
Mikayla & Andrew
83 photos · 11/21/2021
Breanne & Jake
91 photos · 10/16/2021
Joe & Andrea
104 photos · 10/01/2021
Luressa & C.J.
120 photos · 02/15/2020
Brittany & Charles
79 photos · 05/05/2019

Team

McKenna Hutchinson
McKenna Hutchinson
Owner and Photographer

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