Destin & 30A Wedding Photography + Cinematography
Coastal Storytelling For
The Wildly In Love
Based in Destin, FL — Serving the Gulf Coast & Beyond
We create refined, heartfelt wedding photography and cinematic films for couples getting married along Florida’s Gulf Coast. With a natural approach and an eye for real moments, we document your day in a way that feels effortless, personal, and true to the people in it.
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Love Stories
We're Matt and Jaelyn, a husband-and-wife team backed by a crew of photographers, videographers, and editors who share the same standard: every wedding gets their best work, every couple gets their full presence, and nothing leaves the studio that doesn't make us proud. What started as two people with a camera and a love for the Gulf Coast has grown into something bigger, a team built on trust, rooted in craft, and driven by the belief that these moments deserve everything we've got.
No shortcuts. No cookie-cutter edits. Just a team that treats your day like it matters.
We’re Matt jaelyn
We’re Matt jaelyn
Hey, Lovebirds!
&
capturing couples in love since 2017
Destin, 30A & Wherever Love Leads
Couples Who Want to Remember How It Felt
for the
Photography gives you the still frame. Film gives you the whole feeling. We deliver both - crafted by hand, never by algorithm, so you can step back into that day whenever you need to.
By The Numbers
Years Telling Love Stories
Couples Who Trusted Us
Five-Star Reviews
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Based in Destin, At Home Anywhere on the Coast.
We Capture Wherever Your Love Story Leads
Destin & 30A Wedding Photographers and Filmmakers
Based in Destin, FL
Home base is Destin, but this whole coastline is our backyard. From the white sand beaches of 30A to the oak-lined parks of the Panhandle, from Pensacola's downtown charm to the quiet stretches of Cape San Blas, we've shot weddings across every corner of the Gulf Coast, and we'll travel wherever your story takes us.
We tell wedding stories through photo and film, rooted in Destin and along Scenic 30A, traveling wherever love leads.
Emily + Michael
This is THE BEST
videography | photography
company Out There!
We take a limited number of weddings each year so every couple gets the attention they deserve.
$5,600
Story Awaits
your Love
Weekend dates are going fast — tell us about your day and we'll let you know if yours is still open.
Photography & Film
$2,800
Your Story, Starting At:
Photography or Film
Booking 2026-2027
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Planners and vendor friends: let’s chat! — Drop a line to info@whitesandsweddings.com for collaborations or any other inquiries.
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The Real Cost of a Gulf Coast Wedding in 2026: What Couples in Destin, 30A, and Orange Beach Should Expect
The Best Gulf Coast Wedding Venues for Stunning Photography and Cinematography
Beachfront Wedding Venues in Destin: The Complete Guide to Where You Can (and Can’t) Get Married
In this guide, we're going to break a Gulf Coast wedding budget down line by line, show you what typically costs the most and why, and give you a planning framework that makes room for real life—including hurricane season...
The most photogenic venue in the world won't produce a great gallery if the operational constraints work against your timeline. Before you fall in love with a ceremony backdrop, make sure you understand three things...
The City of Destin's official FAQ states that beach wedding permits are only available at two locations: The Shore at Crystal Beach Park and June White Decker Beach Park—with a maximum of 25 people.
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