clay taylor photo
Coastal Maine wedding photographer preserving the memories you'll return to again and again.
You live it once, I'll help you relive it forever.
Hi, I'm Clay, your Portland Maine wedding and destination photographer
Your wedding day deserves more than just beautiful photos. It deserves someone who is fully invested in your experience. Whether you’re celebrating close to home or halfway across the world, I’ll be right there beside you, ready to climb the mountain, dance in the rain, or do what it takes to capture your story. I love photographing couples falling in love, and after more than a decade documenting weddings, it’s still an indescribably rewarding experience to witness those moments firsthand. My priority is making sure you feel present and at ease so your day unfolds naturally, with every photo reflecting the emotions and moments that will stay with you for a lifetime.
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It's in the details
Your story deserves to be thoughtfully captured and fully remembered, from the first look to the quiet second before you say 'I do.'
There's magic in the spontaneous laughter during toasts, the stolen glances when you think nobody's watching, and how your family and friends light up as the celebration unfolds. Whether it's the gentle squeeze of hands during your vows, how you look at each other like you're the only two people in the world, or the collective joy that fills the room when you're pronounced married, these unscripted moments often become the memories you treasure most.
Years from now, when the last dance is just a memory and the flowers have dried, your photos will transport you back to all the details that made the day unforgettable.
I've learned that the best weddings happen when couples stop aiming for "perfect" and start focusing on what actually matters: celebrating with the people they love most!
"Nothing I say will be able to adequately express how truly amazing Clay is."
He made us feel so comfortable, was so extremely understanding and flexible (we had a lot of moving parts driving across country for our session) and the pictures were nothing short of incredible.
We were truly blessed to have found him and I will cherish our wedding photos for the rest of my life.
"Clay is not just a photographer, but a straight up magician!"
My husband and I are not used to being in front of the camera but Clay made sure we were comfortable, natural and having fun the entire time. His artistic style and ability to edit photos is simply unmatched. We booked Clay for our engagement and wedding and will definitely continue to book Clay for all our life milestones.
From the first consult Clay was incredibly easy to work wit & it felt like we had been friends for years.
"Clay’s work speaks for itself: it’s stunning, emotional, and artful."
But what makes him even more special is who he is behind the lens. He is such a calming, kind, and organized presence—exactly the kind of person you want around you on your wedding day.
Despite the excitement and chaos of the moment, Clay brought a sense of ease to everything.
