based in Fort Myers, Florida
TIMELESS & Heartfelt Wedding Photography
HONEST MOMENTS. BEAUTIFULLY PRESERVED.
Natural, joyful, and centered on connection.
Your photos should feel like you, not a series of stiff poses. I create a relaxed experience where you can be fully present with the people you love while I capture the genuine moments that make your story unique. With gentle guidance and an eye for authentic emotion, you'll receive timeless images that bring you right back to how it all felt.
I’m always looking for the moments in between
The quiet glances, the laughter that fills the room, and the little pieces of your story that make it uniquely yours. Because those are the moments you’ll want to remember long after the day is over.
capturing the moments you'll feel forever
hey I’m Charlie!
I'm a wife, mama of three, and the heart behind Charlie Marie Photography. I believe the most meaningful moments in life are almost always the ones you never planned, the happy tears, the quiet glances, the deep belly laughs, and the hugs that linger just a little longer.
My goal isn't just to take beautiful photos. It's to preserve the moments you'll want to relive for the rest of your life.
Too often, couples and families look back at their galleries and realize they spent more time worrying about the timeline, posing perfectly, or checking off a list than simply being present. The moments that mattered most can start to feel rushed instead of remembered.
That's where I do things differently.
From helping create a timeline that gives you room to breathe, to gently guiding you when you need direction and stepping back when you don't, my approach is centered around making you feel comfortable enough to simply be yourselves. The result is a gallery filled with genuine connection, authentic emotion, and the little in-between moments you didn't even realize were happening.
Whether you're celebrating your wedding day, welcoming a new baby, or gathering your family together, these aren't just photos. They're the stories your children will look back on someday. They're the memories that deserve to be preserved exactly as they felt.
If you're looking for more than perfectly posed images, if you want photographs that bring you back to the feeling of the moment, I'd be honored to tell your story.
Testimonials
Charlie was my photographer at our wedding and let me just tell you...She was beyond amazing. Sweet, thoughtful, charming, and went above and beyond to make everyone in the room feel comfortable. My family and friends could not stop talking about how funny she was and what a great time they all had with her at our wedding. She is such a hype woman and she helped make me feel so special and more importantly the people around me feel special as well. I cannot recommend Charlie enough. If you need a sign to book her. THIS IS IT.
KATIE & FRANCIS
Client Love
Charlie has photographed so many special milestones for our family, including our wedding, maternity photos, and newborn photos in the hospital after our daughter was born, and I truly can’t recommend her enough. She is the sweetest person, makes every session feel comfortable and natural, and somehow always manages to capture the perfect shot. Her photos are beautiful, genuine, and full of emotion, and they are memories we will cherish forever. Charlie is incredibly talented, professional, and such a joy to work with. If you’re looking for a photographer, hire her, you will be so glad you did!
brittany & antonio
Testimonials
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Charlie and the photos we received! My partner and I aren’t always comfortable behind a camera and Charlie captured photos that are the most “us” we could have asked for. They were so natural looking. Every photo is absolutely BEAUTIFUL.
nATALIE & dan
PHOTOS THAT FEEL LIKE YOUR DAY
Your wedding deserves more than a beautiful gallery.
Many couples invest in gorgeous wedding photos, only to realize afterward that something is missing. The images are beautiful, but they don't always capture the emotions, the connections, and the moments that made the day unforgettable.
Here's why that can happen:
The focus is placed on recreating Pinterest-worthy poses instead of capturing genuine moments as they naturally unfold.
There isn't enough time spent getting to know what matters most to the couple, which means meaningful people and moments can easily be overlooked.
A rushed timeline leaves little room to slow down, soak it all in, and enjoy the day, making everything feel like it flew by.
My approach is different.
Before your wedding day, we'll talk through what's most important to you, create a timeline that allows your day to flow naturally, and make sure the people and moments that matter most are never an afterthought. On your wedding day, I'll guide you when you need it, step back when you don't, and document your story as it unfolds.
When you look back at your gallery years from now, I don't just want you to remember what your wedding looked like. I want you to remember exactly how it felt.
Imagine looking back at your photographs and feeling like you can relive every DETAIL...
I’m not there to turn your day into a photoshoot. I’m there to celebrate with you, keep things flowing, and capture the moments you didn’t even realize were happening. As your photographer, I’ll be your biggest cheerleader, your calm presence when things get hectic, and your favorite third wheel making sure your story is documented exactly as it felt.
With a thoughtfully created timeline and a relaxed, intentional approach, you can be fully present knowing every meaningful moment is being captured.
FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW
Your wedding experience should feel just as meaningful as the photographs you’ll cherish forever. That’s why I take on a limited number of weddings each year, allowing me to give every couple the time, attention, and personalized experience they deserve. If you’re a hopeless romantic who wants to soak in every laugh, happy tear, and unforgettable moment without feeling like your day is a production, I’d love to hear your vision. Let’s create a photography experience that feels effortless, intentional, and completely you.