telling your story with impact.

WE CREATE ELEVATED AND ARTISTIC VISUALS THAT CAPTURE LIFE’S MOST IMPORTANT MOMENTS.

Connection

creativity

kindness

OPEN-MINDEDNESS

compassion

Coral Dove Studio was built on a foundation of genuine connection. We believe that the best creative work is produced when all parties involved form an authentic bond centered around a vision, then approach it from their unique points of view. At CDS, connection = trust = open collaboration = honest and emotive visuals that stir the artistic soul.

our analog process

At CDS, we believe that film photography plays a crucial role in capturing the essence and ambiance of your wedding day. We have a deep appreciation for the distinct qualities of film - the grain, the grit, and the ethereal nature that combine to turn simple moments into art forms. Think about your parents’ and grandparents’ weddings - they were all captured on film. We strive to bring a timeless, nostalgic quality to your wedding day by giving you something physical to cherish forever, and we believe that film is the perfect medium to achieve this.

The nostalgic feel of film photography is unmistakable. When you see a photo taken on a film camera, you can automatically tell it’s analog, making it truly one of a kind. Shooting film is a more intimate process than shooting digital as the photographer has to physically wind the film, focus manually, and then take the photo. Our top priority when shooting film is being intentional with every shot we take to capture the small moments that matter most.

why we love film

Film formats like 35 mm and 120 mm have existed for over a century, and their longevity adds to their enduring charm. Our goal is to help you relive the emotions of your special day through beautiful images. We want to capture genuine moments that showcase your unique personality. We strive to capture candid moments that reflect your raw emotions and personality. After your wedding, the thrill of anticipating the film scans is a beautiful and exhilarating experience.

why you’ll love film

Meet the Team

owner, film photographer

  • Caitlin is the owner of Coral Dove and has been shooting over 200 weddings for the past seven years. She has a Fine Arts degree in Painting and Drawing and a Minor in Art History and Photography which influences all of her work.

    She adores capturing simple moments in a truly honest and artistic way using film as her main medium. When she isn’t photographing she’s reading historical fiction, gardening, watching Ingmar Bergman films, and cooking vegan food. She also has three rescue dogs and two rescue horses that keep her hands full. She currently lives in Tennessee and happily travels anywhere to photograph weddings.

Super 8 Videographer

  • I’m Elis, I’m a wedding and portrait photographer with a love for cinema and art history. That has been my full-time job for the last 12 years. However, in 2022, I started dabbling with Super 8 format and discovered a creative outlet that is an enormous source of joy for me. There's truly something exceptional about the way life is captured at 18 frames per second: an instantaneous dreamlike interpretation of a real moment.

    I'm so happy to join the Coral Dove team as their Super 8 filmmaker! What a dream to work alongside Caitlin to document your day!

    Read More about Super 8 and Elis

film photographer

 frequently asked questions

  • Ethereal and timeless documentary storytelling. There is nothing more important to us than photographing the feelings and moments on your wedding day.

  • Yes! We have shot weddings in New York, Vermont, Tennessee, California, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Louisiana, Wisconsin, DC, New Jersey, and Maryland. We’re always looking to add more to the list. Depending on the location there may be a travel fee ranging from $500- $1100.

  • Massachusetts → Vermont → West Palm Beach → NYC → Knoxville → Atlantic City → New Orleans → Las Vegas → Upstate New York

    Feel free to reach out for specific dates or to have us come to you.

  • The Friend Club, Together Journal, Rangefinder Magazine, Anti Bride, Rock and Roll Bride, Washingtonian, Flannelle Magazine Print, Looks Like Film, Equally Wed, Huffington Post and more.

Junebug Weddings

Looks Like Film

Rock And Roll Bride

Baltimore Weddings

Rangefinder Magazine

Junebug Weddings Looks Like Film Rock And Roll Bride Baltimore Weddings Rangefinder Magazine

OUR WORK

IS FEATURED IN

  • “…some of the most unique and beautiful images I’ve ever seen.”

    When I got engaged, the only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted Coral Dove Studios to photograph my wedding. Over the year it took to plan my wedding, Caitlin accommodated (and graciously tolerated) my numerous venue, date changes, and everything in between. My wedding photos are some of the most unique and beautiful images I’ve ever seen. The way Coral Dove Studios are able to capture not just a moment, but the true essence and feeling of an experience, is remarkable. Caitlin is truly one of the most talented and kindest people I know and was so wonderful to work with. Thank you, Coral Dove!!!

    - EMILY

  • "...she is able to capture the special moments in a natural and artistic way"

    We had a small casual wedding in D.C. and Caitlin was able to capture the day so beautifully! We really fell in love with her documentary style photography. The way she is able to capture the special moments in a natural and artistic way made us want to work with her. We also loved her use of both digital and film photography. It was really exciting waiting for the film to develop, which did not take long, and the photos turned out amazing! She was so kind, patient, and beyond helpful throughout the entire day. We really appreciated all of her help. She was also very organized, creative, and had such a natural way of putting you at ease. Our guests kept complimenting on how wonderful she was throughout the night. I would definitely recommend her for any of your events! A truly kind and talented person!

    - CHRISTINE

  • "...She also paid attention to us and what mattered to us"

    Caitlin was one of our favorite parts of planning our wedding so far. She shot our engagement photos and we had the best experience. She really took her time in our session and never made us feel rushed. She also paid attention to us and what mattered to us, including our pets and our home. We now have so many pictures that we love from her, which she made easily accessible online. We also loved the mix of digital and film photos. We would recommend Caitlin 10 times of of 10. She’s the best!

    - RACHEL

  • "...most delicious, stunning, artistic gallery of photographs I could have asked for. "

    INCREDIBLE. I want to start with a big, bold word to catch your attention because that's exactly what Coral Dove Studios is. Caitlin (photographer) & team were the photographers for my wedding and I could not have dreamed-up a better group. Not only were they utter professionals, they were kind, made my [now] husband and I feel totally at ease, and acted not only as top-notch photographers but as helping hands, coaches, and were an altogether calming presence on an otherwise hectic day. And the outcome?? The most delicious, stunning, artistic gallery of photographs I could have asked for. We received both film and digital and had so many drop-dead beautiful shots we hardly knew which to pic (I think we've saved over 200 favorites). The pictures captured our day so perfectly. Outside of our family formals, they were candid and so of-the-moment and just a really excellent portrayal of how my husband and I felt that day.

    Stop your hunt for a photographer and just BOOK THIS TEAM. I would recommend 10x over if I could :)

    - KIMBER

  • "...I love how the pictures transport me right back to that special night!"

    Caitlin at Coral Dove photographed our small dinner party wedding and after party at a local bar in Queens. She was delightful to work with from our first introductory call, and really understood the vision I had. Her photography style is really unique and I love how the pictures transport me right back to that special night! After the wedding, she returned our full suite of pictures quickly too which was wonderful. Just an all around lovely person to have photograph a special event!

    - VIVECA

  • "...She seizes those little moments and frame them into mesmerizing pieces of art."

    Coral Dove was the my number one choice when searching for a wedding photographer, and even with that high expectation Caitlin over delivered without doubt. The artistry in her work speaks for itself. She seizes those little moments and frame them into mesmerizing pieces of art. Her work transport me right back to the very day and moment, with an artistic touch. On top of being an amazing artist, she's also extremely professional, kind, and easy to work with. Our wedding actually went over the time allotted in our contract because everyone was having such a great time. She did not only stayed late but even declined when we offered to pay for her overtime. We also got our entire gallery, fully edited, within just a couple of weeks after our wedding. I highly recommend Caitlin at CDP if you're looking for a photographer to document important moments in life!

    - WEIYAN