Terah Hoobler Photography

NC Documentary Wedding Photographer

NC Based, Travel & Destination Weddings

Travels up to 800 miles See details

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Terah went above and beyond as my photographer. Not only did she get the most beautiful shots, but she was one of my fiercest advocates the entire day. I saw Terah had fantastic reviews, which is why I booked her. However, the fantastic reviews do not do her justice. The venue where my ceremony was held was filthy and turned the bottom of my dress black THIRTY MINUTES BEFORE THE CEREMONY. Without missing a beat, Terah jumped into action and we were able to remove the dirt with makeup wipes. I never would’ve imagined that I would feel so supported by my photographer on the day of my wedding. Her character, professionalism, photography skills, and problem-solving abilities are unparalleled. I truly do not think I would have survived the mishaps of my wedding day without Terah. She was a constant source of calmness. We love you Terah!!

Leilah C.

5.0

Terah Hoobler is extraordinary!! Not only is she extremely talented but she cares so much about her clients and making sure they get the best shots. I reached out to Terah to photograph my engagement and wedding. I appreciated how transparent she was about her pricing and packages offered. Once I filled out information to be contacted she reached out in a timely manner and we set up a call to talk. She was so detailed and organized throughout the whole process and truly prioritized my husband and I. With her years of experience and true talent, booking Terah was the best decision I made in the wedding planning process. Now I have a photographer for all my future family photos for life!

Emma H.

5.0

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My name is Terah, and through my company, Terah Hoobler Photography, I tell stories through the images I capture on your wedding day in Wilmington, NC. I photograph sentimental moments with a natural and documentary style. Using natural light and true colors, I curate images in a soulful, romantic way, evoking authentic and raw emotions. My style is influenced by golden sunset light, raw emotion, and authentic love. My background in photojournalism fuels my approach to telling stories through my editorial-inspired images. Through my lens, every story deserves to be told, every love deserves to be documented, and everyone is equal regardless of nationality, skin color, gender orientation, or religious beliefs. You all matter to me, and I am honored you have chosen Terah Hoobler Photography to capture the essence of who you are and the story you're meant to tell. For over two decades, I have crafted love stories through my unique eye for capturing people's most cherished moments. I have freelanced for and been published in multiple magazines and newspapers in print and online, including National Geographic, CNN, The Wilmington Business Journal, Hipcamp.com, and many more. Contact Terah Hoobler Photography today to begin planning your special day.

Woman-owned Business

24+ years in business

Speaks English

4 team members

Details

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Boudoir

Bridal Portraits

Engagement

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Online Proofing

Photo

Printed Enlargements

Second Shooter Available

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Documentary

Lifestyle

Modern

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

Awards and Affiliations

5-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.2024.+2 more.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

Join couples who chose award-winning vendors for their wedding

Meet the team

Terah Hoobler
Owner
As an Award Winning Documentary Wedding Photographer, I help modern couples curate their life moments in the most soulful, romantic way possible. With an artistic eye for detail, 20 years of experience, and expertise in creating stunning visual stories, I ensure that your wedding memories will be cherished for a lifetime. My theory on photography is that relationship is the bridge that connects me to my clients. Connection is key to creating passionate, raw, and real images. I want to get to know you. We should be friends! I want you to feel absolutely comfortable with me on your wedding day
Megan Viar
Assistant Photographer
Megan has been second shooting for Terah Hoobler Photography for 3 years.
Elice Wilson
Assistant
Hi my name is Elice Wilson. Terah is my mom! I have been assisting her on weddings and photoshoots for one year. I just recently graduated and hope to get into shooting soon!

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Terah is an exceptional, professional photographer who delivers stunning, timeless images and communicates clearly throughout the process. She stays calm, resourceful, and organized during mishaps, helping clients feel comfortable and keeping timelines on track. Highly recommended for engagement and wedding photography.

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Emma H

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1/04/2026

Terah Hoobler is extraordinary!! Not only is she extremely talented but she cares so much about her clients and making sure they get the best shots. I reached out to Terah to photo...

graph my engagement and wedding. I appreciated how transparent she was about her pricing and packages offered. Once I filled out information to be contacted she reached out in a timely manner and we set up a call to talk. She was so detailed and organized throughout the whole process and truly prioritized my husband and I. With her years of experience and true talent, booking Terah was the best decision I made in the wedding planning process. Now I have a photographer for all my future family photos for life!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/06/2026

Awe Emma! Thank you so much! I truly appreciate those comments! I am looking forward to do...

cumenting your family through all your exciting stages of life!

Leilah C

6/10/2026

Terah went above and beyond as my photographer. Not only did she get the most beautiful shots, but she was one of my fiercest advocates the entire day. I saw Terah had fantastic re...

views, which is why I booked her. However, the fantastic reviews do not do her justice. The venue where my ceremony was held was filthy and turned the bottom of my dress black THIRTY MINUTES BEFORE THE CEREMONY. Without missing a beat, Terah jumped into action and we were able to remove the dirt with makeup wipes. I never would’ve imagined that I would feel so supported by my photographer on the day of my wedding. Her character, professionalism, photography skills, and problem-solving abilities are unparalleled. I truly do not think I would have survived the mishaps of my wedding day without Terah. She was a constant source of calmness. We love you Terah!!

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Ashley V

12/27/2025

Terah was absolutely wonderful to work with and the quality of images she delivers is out of this world. She was flexible and understanding with me throughout the entire wedding pr...

ocess and I am beyond grateful I had her and her co-shooter to capture my day. I am not someone who is super comfortable around the camera, but she makes you feel at ease and gives wonderful direction! I cannot wait to relive the best day of my life over and over with these pictures!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/06/2026

You guys were amazing! I so enjoyed working with you. Thank you so much for trusting me wi...

th your big day!

Lindsey G

12/19/2025

We couldn’t be happier with Terah as our wedding photographer! From the very beginning, she was professional, organized, and so easy to work with. Despite a very rainy wedding day,...

she remained calm, flexible, and incredibly creative, making the weather feel like a non-issue. She literally made magic happen.. using the rain to her advantage. She captured everything so naturally and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. The photos are absolutely stunning and truly tell the story of our day—rain and all. Every important moment was captured beautifully, and the attention to detail is amazing. We are so grateful to have such timeless photos that we’ll cherish forever. Highly recommend Terah to any couple looking for someone talented, reliable, and a joy to work with!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/06/2026

I loved working with you guys too! You handled that rainy wedding day like champs!! It was...

an honor!

Andrew R

12/18/2025

We could not be happier with Terah. She was incredibly efficient and made sure we got every single shot we wanted without ever making the day feel rushed or stressful. Her prof...

essionalism was evident from start to finish, and she was also so kind and easy to work with, which made a huge difference on such an important day. The photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined, truly beyond our expectations. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and wonderful photographer.

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/06/2026

Thank you so much! You guys were so much fun to work with! I think everyone had a blast du...

ring your reception! LOL

Anna E

12/18/2025

Terah is a talented and efficient photographer. She was well organized and got all the photos we wanted and some super creative ones! She definitely has an eye for this and I’m so ...

happy with the results! Her and her assistant Austin were a dream to work with, my husband and I would definitely recommend them :)

Caitlin R

12/18/2025

Terah is amazing! Not only did our engagement and wedding photos turn out amazing, she really does go up and beyond for her clients. We would highly recommend her!

Ally E

8/01/2025

Terah was our AMAZING photographer for both our engagement and wedding photos. She truly makes you feel so comfortable and has the most beautiful way of capturing light. We were in...

a rush towards the end of getting ready and the start of the ceremony but she made sure we got all the shots we wanted. She even travelled from Wilmington to Charlotte for our wedding - that is dedication!! She also got a sneak peek back to us so fast we were able to look at them on our honeymoon :) Cannot recommend her highly enough!

Sophia P

7/04/2025

I just love Terah!! That's all!! But in all seriousness, book Terah for your wedding. She knows what she's doing and will make your wedding day so special and a breeze. Plus, the ...

photos you get back will be GORGEOUS! She is an exceptional artist and an even more lovely of person.

Adina W

3/11/2025

Thank you to Terah for being the kindest, most understanding, and supportive photographer on a very special day to us. Her professionalism and ability to manage unexpected situatio...

ns or an atypical ceremony made the difference for us. Please support her love for photography and absolutely book with her. I promise you will be glad and grateful you did.

Shelby V

12/26/2024

If you’re hesitating- I will help you and say that she is so worth it. My photos are gorgeous and Terah was such a fun part of our day! Our pictures are the perfect blend of styles...

and classic- they’re all so original. Book her- you will not regret it.

Teia B

12/19/2024

Terah was a joy to work with. She was always professional and communicated very well. From our initial conversation her experience was obvious. Our personalities clicked right away...

. We had an amazing wedding day working with her and now we have the most amazing photographs that take us back to that day and all the emotions we were feeling.

Cassidy M

12/18/2024

Terah was wonderful to work with- she helped organize a large part of our wedding and coordinate not only photography but also timing of various events. Her photos are beautiful. H...

ighly recommend!

O’Chun M

12/16/2024

Terah was great with communication from start to finish. She kept it professional even while battling a migraine during the event. She kept everyone on schedule and was flexible wh...

en needed. She made the experience easy with coaching during pictures to make sure poses looked natural and realistic.

Allison J

12/14/2024

Terah did a phenomenal job on our engagement and wedding photos!

Daisy H

12/14/2024

Terah was a pleasure to work with! She is very professional, detail oriented, and personable. She was very helpful in posing all of our bridal party, which we greatly appreciated! ...

She has a lovely photography style and also eagerly worked to keep our personal vision for our photo shoot as a prime focus. Terah is also well connected in the wedding industry in Wilmington, she knew all of our vendors and was familiar with a ton of beautiful backdrops for our engagement and wedding photos. I would highly recommend her!

Alyssa C

12/14/2024

My husband and I worked with Terah for engagement and wedding photos and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional photographer in the Wilmington/ Southport a...

rea. Terah was easy to communicate with throughout the entire process and would reach out weeks prior to our appointments to ask for our inspiration on specific shots or locations we wanted to include. We researched many photographers in the area and kept coming back to Terah, as we wanted timeless photos that didn’t feel over edited and utilized natural lighting over heavy filters. Terah does an amazing job working outdoors and was so detail oriented in how she directed each shot. She captured the most beautiful moments from our wedding day and was incredibly discrete during our ceremony. We look forward to working with Terah for family photography for years to come!

bailey g

12/14/2024

Terah was amazing! She made everyone feel so comfortable and made our day so much easier. The pictures were beautiful. We would hire her again a million times over!

Annie W

12/14/2024

Terah is the absolute BEST! She truly cares for her clients and treats them like family. Our photos turned out perfect, and we felt extremely comfortable working with Terah. I woul...

dn’t trust anyone else!!

Amanda G

12/14/2024

Terah was my hero on my wedding day. She was my advocate and she ran the show for my bridal party of at least 20+ at one point, WITH EASE. Not only was she my advocate, but she wa...

s completely professional. Got most of my inspo shots that I sent her, which were just a sliver of all the amazing shots she got. She’s funny, goofy, outstanding creativity and just all around an amazing human ❤️

Alli C

12/13/2024

Terah and her assistant are absolutely amazing and I could not recommend anyone more to shoot your wedding day. She worked so hard with us on logistics so that we had time for all...

the shots we wanted and time to still enjoy our reception. We got some of the most amazing and unique heartfelt shots of the wedding. When I received the final edits, they were organized in an intuitive manner by each part of the wedding so they were easy to find, but even more importantly, each shot brought me right back to the love and joy on that day!

Mary Katherine D

12/13/2024

Terah is wonderful! Her photography skills are phenomenal for sure, but almost more important than that is how relaxed she made everyone feel in front of the camera. Our pictures t...

urned out great because everyone felt at ease. I would recommend Terah to anyone who asked!

Star S

12/13/2024

Terah is a talented photographer who understands the importance of planning, day-of, and post-production. She took the time to help me develop a list of photographs that I wanted ...

at my wedding which made the day-of go smoothly and the post-production satisfying. She also was a great advocate for me, as the bride, day of. She took beautiful photos that my family and I will treasure forever. I would highly recommend Terah to any bride hoping to have beautiful photos of their big day!

Hannah B

12/13/2024

Terah’s work is absolutely amazing and she really gets to know her clients to understand their dreams and expectations for the day they want captured. Terah is extremely easy to ta...

lk to, very organized, and really wants to make sure you look and feel your best for your special event. I’m in love with my wedding pictures and am so happy we found her.

Shayna D

12/13/2024

Terah was so amazing for my Bridal Portraits and on the Wedding Day! Everything ran smoothly and I received all the photos I requested to be taken, the editing style is absolutely ...

gorgeous!

Abi D

11/26/2024

We loved working with Terah! She showed such professionalism and experience! She made the before, during and after run so smoothly! I would highly recommend anyone and everyone to ...

work with her!!!

Kelsey P

4/07/2024

Terah and her team were phenomenal! They were very thorough, communication was excellent from start to finish, and our pictures exemplified her talent and love of photography. The ...

quality of our engagement and wedding day pictures are perfect. My husband and I are quite camera shy and awkward but she made us feel so comfortable and guided us in the best way to get great shots and poses. I can’t say enough good things about Terah.

Blythe H

1/09/2024

From the first phone call “meeting” until the I do’s, Terah was amazing. She was so personable. Talking to her and working with her felt like family. She stepped in when she knew s...

he needed to take charge and got so many memorable shots. I cannot recommend anyone more highly than I recommend her.

Laura K

12/26/2023

Terah was amazing! She is extremely professional and her pictures are top notch. She is so nice and easy to work with. We don't like getting our pictures taken but she made everyth...

ing a breeze and we look great. She was our engagement and wedding photographer. I would recommend her to anyone! Our day-of coordinator said she was great to work with as well!

Jacey F

12/19/2023

Terah was absolutely amazing to work with! She and her crew were just amazing! All the photos turned out breathtaking gorgeous! I've never seen such beautiful photography photos, p...

lus she even had to do it on the beach in 27mph winds! At my husband and I's wedding and she somehow how made them the best photos I've ever seen. I would recommend anyone to Terah and her crew for photography photos!

Jamie B

12/17/2023

We found Terah on the Courtyard Marriott at Carolina Beach, NC preferred vendor list. She responded to my call quickly. She was professional, personable, thorough, organized and m...

ade our wedding a wonderful experience! She provided our photographs in a timely manner! We highly recommend Terah Hoobler Photography! Jamie and Jimbo

Kelsey T

12/16/2023

Terah was wonderful to work with! As a couple who was unsure of having their photo taken, Terah made us feel at ease and comfortable. From our engagement photos to our wedding day ...

photos, she was great about communication, working with our schedule and very professional. Would highly recommend to any bride in the area to use Terah, we definitely plan to use her for future life events!

Alyson C

11/03/2023

The value and quality of photos that you get from booking Terah are impeccable. She is very professional, communicative, and very friendly. I love her documentary style of photogra...

phy and the way she uses natural light! We are so so happy with both our portraits and candid photos that she captured. Book Terah!! You will not be disappointed- she is amazing at what she does!

Samantha L

8/31/2023

Terah and her team made our wedding day absolutely wonderful! She was so friendly adhering our first phone call and was extremely helpful throughout the entire wedding planning pro...

cess. Terah and her time did a great job of communicating and helping us build our timeline. 10/10 recommend!

Liz P

8/28/2023

First off all not only is Terah just an all around amazing person but Terah makes you feel so comfortable. I’m always feel so awkward when I’m being photographed but with Terah I n...

ever felt that way at all! She gives fantastic advice, direction in poses, sets up the cutest moments, and constantly checks in to see how you’re feeling during it. I will never stop recommending her! I can be so extremely anxious but with her energy I never felt anxious on such a big day! Her work clearly speaks for its self as well! Terah and Laurene were just absolutely fantastic through and through and we can not thank them enough for all the memories we will have for years to come!

Jessica B

5/26/2023

I could not be more grateful that I found Terah to do my wedding photography. From the day I booked her she was so exceptional at communicating what I was looking for. She was prof...

essional and readily available with any questions I had up to the big day. She has that way of capturing a breath taking stillness in a candid moment. Utilizing casts of sunlight through her shots with raw emotion, her style is timeless. She was AMAZING at directing and coaching my husband and I through every shot. She made it easy. She was courteous, calm, effortless to work with, efficient, and also creative on the spot. After the stress and exhaustion of the big day, it was a bit of a blur. When she sent me the photos, the stillness in them really brought it all back to me and I could not be more happy or more grateful for that. I highly recommend her to anyone.

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 05/26/2023

Oh thank you so much for your sweet words! I appreciate it so much! It was an honor to cap...

ture your day for you!!

Naomi J

12/29/2022

Terah takes some of the most beautiful photos I've seen. She captures so many special moments, and the finished product she delivers to the client is just flawless. Professional, c...

risp, clear images & an easy to access/navigate photo album. Beautiful job Terah!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/13/2023

Thank you so much Naomi!

Kelly W

12/29/2022

Seriously. Best photographer EVER!! The heart and soul that she puts into her work comes out. She made us all feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Somehow….she ...

miraculously corralled both our families (who do NOT listen haha) into the wedding photos and made it quick and painless as possible. You know, those family members that complain and roll their eyes at the thought of being in a photograph? Yeah, those people!! She went above and beyond, was quick to answer all our questions and made some great suggestions when it came to the vendors. Terah even stepped in and drove me around the day of the wedding to my hair and makeup appointments when my person backed out last minute!! We love our photos and feel like we made a lifelong friend in the process!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/13/2023

Thank you so much Kelly! It was so much fun hanging with you on your day!!

Carly C

12/23/2022

Terah is the most amazing photographer! We used her for our engagements and wedding day photos. she made us feel so comfortable and relaxed the whole day! I would recommend her to ...

anyone looking for a photographer for family shoots, wedding etc!!!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 12/23/2022

Thank you for those kind words! I’m so thankful for you two and for letting me be a part o...

f your life!!

Ashley P

12/22/2022

Terah had such great ideas for our photos. As someone who is not particularly creative this truly was a blessing. She was a true asset to our day, and the pictures came out beautif...

ully.

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 12/23/2022

Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words! It was an honor to document your love sto...

ry!!

Abbie H

12/22/2022

We LOVE our wedding pictures from Terah! Her ability to capture light is absolutely incredible. Our pictures were during the day with sun and clouds, at sunset, and after dark and ...

ALL the pictures were fantastic. Terah’s communication with us was great from the very first inquiry to beyond the wedding.

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 12/23/2022

Awe thank you so much!! I enjoyed photographing your day! I love to be challenged with eve...

ry lighting situation possible in one wedding LOL 😂

Joey R

12/03/2022

I had such a great experience with Terah!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/13/2023

Thank you so much Joey! It was such an honor working with you guys! Looking forward to mor...

e shoots in the future!

Diann G

12/02/2022

Terah is amazing! She was on time, communication was awesome and she took her time to take incredible photos. I would recommend her to any of my friends and family!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/13/2023

Awe thanks Diann!! You guys were literally the best! I had so much fun shooting your weddi...

ng!

Acrista R

12/02/2022

Terah shot our engagement photos and wedding! Her images are beautifully captured and each one tells a story that I cannot wait to look back on and remember so vividly. I love that...

she enjoys capturing candid shots that make you truly feel the moment instead of just posing. Also, Terah was a lifesaver when I was feeling a little light headed before walking down the aisle. She gave me a granola bar from her bag to help me perk up. She truly felt like more than a photographer on our day, she played a great supportive role! I’m blessed with the amazing memories she provided my husband and I! I look forward to more photos with Terah!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 12/23/2022

Awe thank you!! You guys are amazing and I’m so honored to document your life story! I als...

o look forward to more photos with you guys!!

Linsey M

10/17/2022

Terah is fantastic and such a pleasure to work with!! She is kind, funny, laid back and so creative. Having your photo taken can be so awkward but Terah makes you feel so comfortab...

le and relaxed. When we received our photos I was a blubbering mess crying at how beautiful they were. I can’t recommend her enough. You will not be disappointed!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/13/2023

Awe thank you so much for those sweet compliments! It was an honor capturing your day for ...

you!

Hannah G

9/08/2022

Terah was sooooo amazing to work with! We had some rain but she made everything work out great and she was open to any ideas of suggestions I had. Highly recommend!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 10/14/2022

Hannah thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you guys!

Camryn P

6/09/2022

Terah and her assistant shot our wedding on 6/2/22 and she was wonderful to work with! Communication leading up to our day was great, and I love her style of both posed, candid, an...

d “staged candid” so we could get a great variety of photos.

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 10/14/2022

Thank you so much Camryn! It was such an honor to photography your day!

Carly S

4/30/2022

Absolutely loved her! Terah stepped in to help us on our wedding day last minute and we are so happy she did! The photos came out beautiful and she knows exactly what she’s doing, ...

she was able to direct everyone how to stand and had a bunch of ideas which is exactly what I was looking for in a photographer!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 10/14/2022

So glad I was able to step in! Thank you so much!

Alexis M

4/28/2022

Terah was so easy to work with - clear communication and everything went smoothly. She was confident and gave us clear direction on our day to capture some great photos. I got seve...

ral compliments on how beautiful our images are.

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 10/14/2022

Thank you Alexis! It was so nice working with you two!

Stormy H

12/20/2021

Terah was wonderful to work with. She was patient and answered all our questions leading up to the big day and even took the time to create a list and timeline to ensure we’d have ...

time to get all the shots we were hoping to get before, during, and after our ceremony. She even contributed ideas for things we were undecided on. Terah showed up on time and took her time. We did not feel rushed and we also didn’t feel like we were spending too much time taking pictures. She worked at a comfortable pace and even had a preview ready for us just nine days after our wedding!

Response from Terah Hoobler Photography on 01/13/2023

Thank you so much! It was great working with you!

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