Samantha Meiss & Courtney Dugan

Modern Wedding & portrait photographers

Diamond engagement ring balanced on a rustic branch tip with blurred forest background.

Samantha Meiss & Courtney Dugan

Modern Wedding & portrait photographers

Close-up of tiny newborn baby feet resting on a soft white lace blanket in a delicate pink outfit.

Samantha Meiss & Courtney Dugan

Modern Wedding & portrait photographers

Blue-eyed baby sitting in a milk bath tub outdoors, surrounded by orange crocheted blankets and mini pumpkins.

Samantha Meiss & Courtney Dugan

Modern Wedding & portrait photographers

Our philosophy

a.k.a. the heartbeat of CNY Photographs

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Elegant lace wedding dress with train hanging in a window with gothic arch details and greenery.

At CNY Photographs, we believe photography should feel like being seen, not being staged.

We’re not here to manufacture moments or force perfection. We’re here for the quiet in-betweens, the deep belly laughs, the shaky hands before vows, the way someone looks at you when no one else is watching. The real stuff. The human stuff.

We believe luxury isn’t about stiff poses or exclusivity for the sake of ego—it’s about care. Time. Intention. Experience. It’s knowing you’re held, guided, and hyped up every step of the way.

You don’t need to know what to do in front of a camera.

You don’t need to be “photogenic.”

You just need to show up as you are.

We’ll take care of the rest.

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Let’s Connect

I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.