Meet White Sands Weddings
More than photographers.
More than filmmakers.
Your people on the best day of your life.
We started White Sands Weddings in 2017 because we believed wedding days deserve more than someone who just shows up, shoots, and disappears. Matt and Jaelyn lead a small team of photographers, filmmakers, and editors on the Gulf Coast, creatives who care about your day as much as you do.
Whether you're planning a barefoot ceremony in Seaside, a sunset reception at Henderson Beach, or a big celebration in Pensacola, we bring the same thing every time: our full attention, our real energy, and work we're proud to put our name on.
what you can expect
Here's What Working With Us Actually Looks Like
We answer your emails like a real human. We show up on time, early, actually. We learn your family's names before the rehearsal dinner. We might just include your uncle's terrible dance moves in the highlight reel.
When you get your photos and your film back, they won't look like anyone else's, because your story isn't anyone else's. Every gallery is edited by hand. Every film is crafted with intention. No templates. No AI. No shortcuts. Just real work from people who care about getting it right.
our journey through the years
2026
Over 100 weddings captured. 60+ five-star reviews. Still based in Destin. Still obsessing over every frame.
2017
Matt picks up a camera and starts filming weddings on the Gulf Coast. White Sands Weddings is born.
2021
We hit our stride. More couples, more coastline, more stories worth telling.
2022
Built out the team — photographers, filmmakers, editors — all under one roof.
Years Telling Love Stories
Couples Who Trusted Us
Five-Star Reviews
10+
100+
60+
Meet White Sands Weddings
More than photographers.
More than filmmakers.
Your people on the best day of your life.
We started White Sands Weddings in 2017 because we believed wedding days deserve more than someone who just shows up, shoots, and disappears. Matt and Jaelyn lead a small team of photographers, filmmakers, and editors on the Gulf Coast, creatives who care about your day as much as you do.
Whether you're planning a barefoot ceremony in Seaside, a sunset reception at Henderson Beach, or a big celebration in Pensacola, we bring the same thing every time: our full attention, our real energy, and work we're proud to put our name on.
what you can expect
Here's What Working With Us Actually Looks Like
We answer your emails like a real human. We show up on time, early, actually. We learn your family's names before the rehearsal dinner. We might just include your uncle's terrible dance moves in the highlight reel.
When you get your photos and your film back, they won't look like anyone else's, because your story isn't anyone else's. Every gallery is edited by hand. Every film is crafted with intention. No templates. No AI. No shortcuts. Just real work from people who care about getting it right.
our journey through the years
2026
Over 100 weddings captured. 60+ five-star reviews. Still based in Destin. Still obsessing over every frame.
2017
Matt picks up a camera and starts filming weddings on the Gulf Coast. White Sands Weddings is born.
2021
We hit our stride. More couples, more coastline, more stories worth telling.
2022
Built out the team — photographers, filmmakers, editors — all under one roof.
Years Telling Love Stories
Couples Who Trusted Us
Five-Star Reviews
10+
100+
60+
I’ve always been driven by faith, people, and big vision. Filmmaking entered my life as a natural extension of those things—a way to honor the beauty in everyday moments and create something lasting for others. White Sands Weddings began as a dream to create more than wedding videos—I wanted to build a brand that would serve people well, reflect their story with honesty, and do it all with joy and purpose. Today, I feel incredibly grateful to work alongside a growing team of artists and to continue telling stories that matter, rooted in faith, creativity, and a deep love for people.
Founder & Filmmaker
meet Matt
For me, the wedding business is more than a job—it’s a calling. I’ve always had a heart for people, for beauty, and for celebrating meaningful moments, and being part of someone’s wedding day brings all of that together. What started as supporting Matt’s creative vision quickly became a shared passion—to build something meaningful together. I help bring life to the brand behind the scenes, making sure every move reflects the joy, faith, and intentionality we pour into each wedding. Getting to build this with my husband is one of the greatest gifts—because we’re not just capturing love stories, we’re living ours too.
Co-Founder & Director
meet Jaelyn
I love playing with light and color and trying to capture a feeling in a time capsule, but the best part of my job is connecting the beautiful parts of the day with the hearts of the people the day is about. After 11 years in this field, I still find myself moved by moments of love and connection between humans. I count myself lucky that my job is capturing and creating photos and videos that will help you reconnect with some of the most important days in your whole life. It’s always an honor to be chosen to share that space with you, and I love working with a team that prioritizes high-quality work and your unique love story!
Lead Photographer
meet Jana
I’ve been filming weddings for over six years, and every time I pick up my camera, I’m reminded why I fell in love with this work in the first place. Weddings are more than a celebration—they’re a collection of once-in-a-lifetime moments, and I’m passionate about capturing the authentic emotion, the quiet in-between glances, and the unforgettable joy that couples will cherish for years to come. Away from weddings, I recharge outdoors fishing, hunting, scuba diving, or simply chasing sunshine on the water. In the end, I’m here to serve, celebrate, and preserve what matters most.
Cinematographer
meet Hunter
I’m Ilona, and editing wedding films is where my heart and creativity collide. For over three years, I’ve had the joy of shaping stories that feel deeply human—each cut, each transition, crafted to reflect the emotion and rhythm of a couple’s day. I believe that editing isn’t just about visuals—it’s about honoring real love through thoughtful, intentional storytelling. I get to bring these moments to life from behind the screen, turning raw footage into something timeless. It’s an honor to be part of a team that values story, soul, and beauty in every frame.
Film Editor
meet Ilona
I have been immortalising love stories as a wedding photographer all around the globe for the last 3 years. Communicating moments that are rooted in love through the perspective of my lens is the life blood of my work. Where love is the blood, relationships are the breath. The marriage of these two concepts is essential in achieving our ultimate goal, as we don't just seek to provide quality photographs but more so a lasting experience that will live imprinted on the hearts of you and your family for a lifetime. My aspiration is to bring this value of intentionality to the table as an editor for White Sands Weddings in immortalising your love story in the most authentic way visually.
Photo Editor
meet Josh
Real words from real couples.
Don't Take Our Word for It
the moment The Memory
lived once
told forever
Every love story deserves to outlast the day it began.
Every love story deserves to outlast the day it began.
We make sure nothing gets lost. Not the first look. Not the last dance. Not the quiet moments in between that no one else saw but meant everything.
We make sure nothing gets lost. Not the first look. Not the last dance. Not the quiet moments in between that no one else saw but meant everything.
Planners and vendor friends: let’s chat! — Drop a line to info@whitesandsweddings.com for collaborations or any other inquiries.
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