My approach is largely documentary. I give your day space to unfold, stepping in with direction when needed for portraits and family photos. I care about capturing what’s real, while also creating images that will stand the test of time.
Throughout your wedding day, I’m paying attention. I’m observing the rhythm of the room, the subtle shifts in energy, and the moments that happen just before and just after the big ones. My goal is to document the day as it actually feels, not just how it looks. Beforehand, we’ll talk through what kind of guidance you want—some couples prefer more direction and structure, others want space to move through the day naturally, and most fall somewhere in between. I love connecting before the wedding, whether that’s over the phone, a video chat, or in person if we can, because understanding who you are and what matters most helps me recognize the moments that will mean the most later. This is a collaboration: you bring your people, your energy, your story, and I bring experience, intuition, and an artful eye. Your gallery will include both color and black and white images, and the tone will reflect the energy of your day. Nothing forced—just honest moments, framed with care.
You value the relationships in your life and the people who will be in the room with you. Photography isn’t just something you “need” to have—it matters to you, and you want the story of the day documented with intention, not just coverage for coverage’s sake. When I step into your wedding day, I’m bringing my own perspective, emotional awareness, and lived experience with me, and that lens shapes what I notice and how I tell your story. I’ll observe as things unfold, then take those images home and create a gallery that feels like a true retelling—one that holds the big moments, the in-between ones, and the people you love most. The photographs you receive will become part of how you remember this season of your life years from now, and I don’t take that lightly.
I’m endlessly inspired by human connection and emotion. I’m constantly pulling from art, music, film, nature, and old photo books (the kind that feel a little worn because they’ve been handled and loved). I pay attention to composition and texture, but I’m just as drawn to the invisible things: tenderness, humor, nerves, relief. I don’t believe in manufacturing meaning. I believe in noticing it, and framing it with care.
The real moments. The ones that might have passed quickly, but didn’t go unnoticed.
Think of this like opening a box of photographs years from now. The kind you keep tucked away and return to.
You can move these around. Rearrange them. This is how I see a wedding day — layered, lived-in, and full of beautiful, meaningful details.
Whether you’re planning a single-day celebration or a full weekend with your closest people, my role is the same: to observe honestly, guide when needed, and document what unfolds with intention.
Designed for comprehensive coverage from getting ready through open dancing or your planned exit.
For multi-day celebrations including welcome dinners, rehearsal gatherings, farewell brunches, and everything in between. These collections allow your story to unfold more fully and with more depth.
Wedding collections begin at $6,000.
All collections include a blend of digital and film photography, 50–100 images per hour of coverage, and a curated online gallery with access to professional print labs. Wedding galleries are delivered within 8–10 weeks.
For intimate vows, courthouse steps, and quiet celebrations.
Whether it’s just the two of you or a small group of your closest people, these days carry the same weight and intention. I approach them with the same level of care and artistry as a full wedding.
Less scale doesn’t mean less significance.
Coverage is designed to feel relaxed and unobtrusive, allowing space for you to experience the moment fully while I document it honestly and intentionally.
Elopements and courthouse ceremonies begin at $1,500.
All collections include a mix of digital and film photography, 50–100 images per hour, and a curated online gallery with access to professional print labs. Delivery time is typically 4–6 weeks.
For engagements, couples, surprise proposals, maternity/pregnancy, anniversaries, creative portraits, or simply because.
These sessions are relaxed and collaborative. They can take place in your home, outdoors, in a studio, or somewhere meaningful to you. I focus on capturing connection, personality, and the small details that make this season of life yours.
Portrait sessions begin at $750.
Mini sessions begin at $400.
All sessions include a mix of digital and film photography, 50–100 images per hour, and a thoughtfully edited online gallery with access to professional print labs. Portrait galleries are delivered within 2–3 weeks.
I love working with both because they each bring something different to your story.
Digital allows me to move quickly and adapt to changing light and fast-paced moments. Film encourages me to slow down and be even more intentional. It has a softness and depth that feels timeless and tangible.
Using both gives you the best of both worlds — flexibility and precision, alongside texture and warmth. The result is a gallery that feels cohesive, artful, and true to your day.
Yes. I’m based in Central Florida, but I’m always open to traveling for weddings and sessions.
Whether it’s a nearby coastal town, a courthouse in another city, or a full destination weekend, I’m happy to build a custom collection that includes travel. Just tell me what you’re dreaming up.
Most weddings are photographed by me. I like being closely connected to what’s unfolding and personally documenting your day from start to finish.
That said, you can absolutely add a second photographer to any collection. I highly recommend it for larger weddings, when you’re getting ready in separate locations, or if you simply want the benefit of multiple perspectives throughout the day. A second photographer allows for more coverage, more angles, and more moments captured simultaneously.
If you choose not to add a second photographer, I may still bring an assistant depending on the scope of the day. They help with logistics behind the scenes — managing gear, switching out film rolls, keeping things running smoothly — so I can stay fully present and focused on you.
Start by filling out my inquiry form. From there, I’ll send over collection details and availability, and we’ll set up a call or meet if possible.
Once you’re ready to move forward, I’ll send a proposal with your contract and retainer invoice. Your date is officially secured once those are completed.
After that, we begin the fun part — planning, getting to know each other, and making sure everything feels intentional and seamless.
“We are in love with our portraits and all of the pictures she captured throughout the day. I’m nervous in front of cameras but with Kayla it felt like I was with one of my best friends. She took extra care throughout the day to ease my anxieties and was truly a pleasure.
I would recommend Kayla to any other couples that want to live in the moment of their day, have the special non-rehearsed moments captured, and get pictures that feel authentically you. We also love film photography and Kayla made sure to get our favorite moments captured on film as well.
Could not recommend Kayla enough!”
“There are lots of great photographers out there, but Kayla is so special. Not just for her talent, but for the presence she brings to your day. She is exactly what everyone needs, and I promise she will capture your day like no one else!!”
“If you asked anybody at our wedding how our photographer did, they would tell you that they couldn’t believe how many photos one person could take! They weren’t lying, because we had such a large and well detailed album that perfectly encapsulated our special day.
If you want somebody who will go above and beyond for your wedding day, someone who will make your voice feel heard, your vision captured, and leave your friends and family speechless when they see those photos, do yourself a favor and go with Kayla Surico. I PROMISE you won’t regret it!”
“What I love most about Kayla is that she gets all the photos without it being too much- I have been at weddings where the photographers were in the way or took the bride and groom from the wedding for hours or just got very repetitive pictures. Kayla got the perfect shots, but quickly and effortlessly. I felt super confident and at ease that she would not only do her job but go above and beyond. I am super impressed with her photos, as are my family and friends. Her photos are fresh, fun and really captured the spirit of my day. ”
“I do not have enough words for how amazing Kayla is and how she made all my dreams come true. While being an incredible artist, she is professional and helpful every step of the way when it comes to your wedding. All my wedding photos are more than I could’ve ever imagined for my wedding day. ”
“It seems to me that for a moment so important in our lives, people’s perception of what they want out of their wedding photographer and what they actually end up getting are vastly different. Getting a “unique” set a photos that’s as special as our own relationships seems to be the goal - but more often than not many couples settle for the same generic “Wedding photography” style so dominate in our social media imagery today that really it creates the opposite experience. Kayla IS that unique eye, she IS the photographer you think of when you want something different, fresh, and special. She’s the real deal.”
