Anni Graham is an inspiring photographer and educator based who has been working in the wedding industry for the last 15 years. Her intimate style of photography focuses on human connection: elopements, engagements, and weddings. She approaches each shoot with the intention of bringing a story to life in a tangible, meaningful way.

We had the opportunity to sit down with Anni for our Pic-Time Stories series and hear about her method for documenting these intimate moments.

The Pic-Time Stories Series gives us a glimpse into photographers' inspirations and this time, Anni gave us great insight into her unique perspective. She approaches each shoot with the intention of bringing a story to life in a tangible, meaningful way.

“To keep it true and honest and real, I have to be hands off”

Anni is a storyteller at heart, preferring to document intimate moments and details without embellishments. Though her photographic style leans towards the softer side aesthetically, her work has a piercing emotional effect, as if you’re experiencing the moments she’s documented through the lens of memory. Each image becomes a snippet of a full, beautiful life.