Business Details
Award-Winning Wedding & Portrait Photography in Durham, NC
Sean True Photography is an award-winning studio dedicated to preserving life's most meaningful moments through artistic wedding and portrait photography. Founded on the belief that visual storytelling captures the essence of human connection, our approach combines technical excellence with a deep understanding of emotional narratives. As a Professional Photographers of America Certified Professional Photographer, I bring over a decade of experience documenting weddings, families, and personal branding sessions. Our studio prioritizes personalized service, ensuring each client receives tailored attention from initial consultation through final delivery. We specialize in creating heirloom albums and wall art that transform fleeting moments into timeless treasures.Our commitment to quality extends to comprehensive packages featuring dual photographers, custom timelines, and lifetime product guarantees. Located in Durham, NC, we serve couples and clients across North Carolina and beyond, embracing diversity in all its forms. Our team maintains a relaxed yet professional atmosphere, making clients feel comfortable while delivering exceptional results. We continually invest in honing our craft through advanced training and industry certifications. Every session reflects our core values of authenticity, creativity, and lasting legacy creation.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Sessions
Headshots
Family Portraits
Personal Branding
Event Coverage
Album Design
Photo Editing
Online Galleries
Print Services
Highlights and features
- We offer PPA-certified professional photography expertise since 2010
- Our team provides personalized storytelling through artistic visual documentation
- We guarantee lifetime product warranties on all printed materials
- We deliver comprehensive wedding packages with dual photographers included
- Our studio serves diverse couples including LGBTQ+ and micro-wedding clients
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
What people say
Great photos
Professional service
Confidence boosting
Creative expertise
Timely delivery
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures your special day with artistic precision and emotional storytelling. We provide 8-12 hours of continuous coverage, two professional photographers, and a curated collection of edited high-resolution images. Clients receive a custom wedding album, online gallery access for one year, and print release rights. Our approach combines documentary-style shooting with creative direction to ensure every meaningful moment is preserved.
Headshot Sessions
Professional headshot sessions designed to elevate personal and corporate branding. Available in studio or on-location, our service includes styling guidance, multiple outfit changes, and professional retouching. We offer standard 30-minute sessions starting at $199, with premium options featuring extended time and additional looks. All images are delivered in high-resolution digital format with print rights.
Family Portraits
On-location family portrait sessions that capture authentic connections and cherished memories. Our 90-minute sessions focus on natural interactions in meaningful settings, whether at home or special locations. The service includes professional styling guidance, multiple scene setups, and hand-retouched images. A $150 session fee reserves your appointment with final image purchases available la carte.
Personal Branding
Comprehensive personal branding sessions that create cohesive visual narratives for professionals and businesses. Services include strategic planning, multiple scene setups, and coordinated styling. Full-day sessions ($1,899) include 8 hours of coverage and 50+ final images, while half-day options ($999) provide 4 hours and 25+ images. Additional team members available at $99 each.
Micro Weddings
Specialized photography packages for smaller weddings starting at $1,199. Options range from 2-4 hours of coverage with all edited images delivered digitally. Packages include online gallery access, print release rights, and optional add-ons like second photographers ($199) and highlight videos ($895). Custom timelines ensure all key moments are captured despite shorter durations.
People
Sean True
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning PPA-certified photographer specializing in wedding and portrait photography. With over a decade of experience, Sean combines photojournalistic storytelling with artistic composition to create timeless images. His work has been featured in multiple regional publications.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding photography, family portraits, headshots, personal branding sessions, and micro-wedding coverage. Additional services include album design, print products, and online gallery hosting.
Do you photograph LGBTQ+ weddings?
Absolutely! We proudly serve all couples regardless of gender or orientation, with extensive experience photographing same-sex and LGBTQ+ weddings throughout North Carolina.
What's included in wedding packages?
All packages include 8+ hours of coverage, two photographers, edited high-resolution images, custom album design, online gallery access, and print release rights. Optional add-ons available.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for weddings, with headshot and portrait sessions typically requiring 2-4 weeks notice depending on availability.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! We accept installment payments for wedding packages with a 25% retainer required to secure your date. Final payments are due 30 days before your event.
What areas do you service?
Based in Durham, NC, we serve the entire Triangle region including Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Greensboro, plus Asheville, Charlotte, and Wilmington. Travel fees may apply beyond 100-mile radius.
