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Marcus A. Carter
Marcus A. Carter
Owner

Black-owned

10 years in business

We speak English

1 team member

Marcus Carter Photography - Where Memories Are Crafted To Cherished Forever

Coming To Your Wedding From: Frederick, MD - will travel domestically & internationally*

My mission is centered around capturing your love story in a way that’s as unique as your wedding. With me, it’s more than just photos—it’s about preserving every laugh, tear, and dance in stunning digital and timeless print formats.

Customizable Collections, Tailored to You: Your wedding deserves a photography experience as one-of-a-kind as your love. That’s why my wedding collections are fully customizable, ensuring every moment is captured exactly how you envision.

Core Values: Authenticity, Communication, Comfort: Since 2015, I’ve built my business on these cornerstones. I’m dedicated to making you feel at ease while bringing your wedding vision to life, one frame at a time. From our first chat to the final delivery, I’m here to listen, understand, and deliver an unforgettable experience.

Your wedding is more than a day—it’s your story, and I’m here to document it with creativity and care. Whether local or destination, my mix of documentary and modern styles transforms your moments into lasting memories.

Engagement Sessions & More: Why wait for the wedding to start our journey? Let’s break the ice with a fun engagement session—included in most collections—perfect for save-the-dates, invitations, or wedding decor. My goal is to provide everything you need to preserve your love story in digital and print formats.

Choosing me means you're signing up for a heartfelt, professional, and personalized experience that turns your moments into cherished memories. Let’s create something unforgettable together!

Pricing

Most popular
The Signature Package
$5,500 / starting price
12 hours
Two Photographers
Complimentary Engagement Experience
Custom Photography Timeline Planning & Creation
Online Gallery of High-Resolution Images (~700)
Sneak peeks delivered within 48-hours
10x10 Heirloom Album (20-pages included)
The Classic Collection
$3,500 / starting price
8 hours
Solo Coverage (two photographer option: +$800)
Complimentary Engagement Session
Custom Photography Timeline Planning & Creation
Online Gallery of High-Resolution Images (~500)
Sneak peeks delivered within 72-hours
$100 Printed Keepsake Credit
The Essentials Collection
$2,530 / starting price
6 hours
Solo Coverage by Marcus
Engagement Session - 50% off (optional add-on)
Custom Photography Timeline Planning & Creation
Online Gallery of High-Resolution Images (~400)
The Intimate Collection
$1,500 / starting price
3 hours
Solo Coverage by Marcus
Custom Photography Timeline Planning & Creation
Online Gallery of High-Resolution Images (~200)

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FAQ’s

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,530

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,400

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

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
illustration notebook

Any other questions?

Reviews of M. Carter Photography

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5.0 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
24 reviews
100% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Marcus, a highly recommended and professional photographer, has received glowing reviews for his work at weddings and events. Clients praise his exceptional communication, attention to detail, and ability to capture both intimate and big moments beautifully. Marcus is described as approachable, timely, and accommodating, making the planning process seamless and enjoyable. His positive energy, talent, and stunning photos have left clients extremely satisfied, recommending him for capturing unforgettable memories on special occasions.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Marcus, a highly recommended and professional photographer, has received glowing reviews for his work at weddings and events. Clients praise his exceptional communication, attention to detail, and ability to capture both intimate and big moments beautifully. Marcus is described as approachable, timely, and accommodating, making the planning process seamless and enjoyable. His positive energy, talent, and stunning photos have left clients extremely satisfied, recommending him for capturing unforgettable memories on special occasions.

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Ar Sent on 12/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent photographer!

We can’t say enough positive things about Marcus. Right away, he was friendly, communicative, and helpful – we hired him before we’d thought much about the way the wedding would go, and he talked us through several possible wedding timelines and what his role in each would look like. We also did engagement photos with him, which let us get to know him a little better. Both of us can look awkward in photos, but he made us so comfortable that we both look relaxed and happy. On our wedding day, Marcus was a tour de force; he helped keep everyone on schedule while still keeping it fun and light, and was just a truly joyful presence. We just got our photos back last week and they look great! We’re still choosing which ones we want printed in our album (sorry Marcus!) because so many of them turned out really well. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a very talented photographer who is exceptionally well organized and more than capable of taking charge when needed!
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Sam J. Sent on 12/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect couples photographer, especially for first time photos

Kind, professional, and timely
Nicholas
Nicholas N. Sent on 12/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 best photographer in the DMV area

Marcus was the perfect photographer for our special day. He was incredibly professional, communicative, punctual, and has a great personality. He’s also a perfectionist so, safe to say, all of our pictures came out perfect. His timeline breakdown really made our day go smoothly and he really worked with us on what pictures needed to spend more/less time on. We 100% recommend his services for any wedding or event.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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Kacey & Kendrick
13 photos · 10/29/2022

Team

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This vendor will travel up to 500 miles

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M. Carter Photography frequently asked questions

M. Carter Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
M. Carter Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
M. Carter Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
M. Carter Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
M. Carter Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
M. Carter Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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