Love Stories, without the script
Charlotte, NC
Travel area: No travel restrictions See details
Kristopher Fernando
OWNER - PHOTOGRAPHER
Typically responds within 24h
**Booking for 2026 & 2027!
At Unorthodox Wave Photography, we believe every wedding should feel as real and unforgettable as the love that started it all. Our approach is far from cookie-cutter — it’s immersive, intentional, and built around your story. We’re known for blending a documentary feel with cinematic flair from the beauty of your dress and suit to the unforgettable moments throughout the day.
Each wedding is tailored to every couple. Some couples want to just document their wedding, while others want their wedding to look like a movie. However you see your special day, we pride ourselves in getting the job done for you. From intimate elopements to full-timeline celebrations, our goal is to craft aesthetically pleasing imagery that feels alive, timeless, and unmistakably you.
Couples choose Unorthodox Wave for our ability to balance art and authenticity — to tell their story without the script. Because your wedding deserves more than just beautiful photos — it deserves to be remembered exactly how it felt.
Unorthodox Wave Photography is based in Charlotte, NC, and offers wedding photography services.
Asian-owned and Pacific Islander-owned Business
1+ year in business
Speaks English
Details
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Meet the team
Kristopher Fernando
Owner - Photographer
Hello!
Im Kris, owner of UXW Photography. I have a cinematic and aesthetically pleasing approach to photography, your images to be just as beautiful as your actual wedding day. I'm very laid back and very simple to work with.
In my spare time I love being at the gym, playing with my dogs, and spending time with my wife.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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Madison D
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5.0
10/14/2025
My husband and I were fortunate enough to have Kris as the photographer for our destination wedding in MX, and we are SO thankful that we did! Kris was incredible to work with at e...
very turn and was so well organized from start to finish. We met a couple times before we flew out to MX and were able to collaborate on our desired timeline for all of the wedding events and share some of the groups and family shots we wanted to make sure got captured. From day one at the resort Kris went above and beyond to capture incredible candids of our guests arriving, groups mingling together as they got settled in the resort, our bridal party working through the rehearsal prep, and everyone coming together for the rehearsal dinner. On the Wedding day it seemed like Kris was able to be in three places at once. He captured beautiful candids of the bridal parties getting ready, some intimate photos with our families, along with photos of the ceremony & reception decorations before guests started to arrive, all before the ceremony even started. The ceremony photos that Kris captured were phenomenal and again made it seem like he was in three places at once! After the ceremony, Kris was able to capture incredible portrait shots of my husband and I that I am obsessed with. Kris gave us great instructions on posing to ensure we were able to get some beautiful shots together which was so helpful, he came so prepared and thought of every single detail. At the cocktail hour and reception Kris captured all of the group and family photos we wanted and went above and beyond capturing speeches, performances, and our guests as they danced the night away! Again, Kris was incredible to work with from start to finish! He was very professional, collaborative, communicative, and went above and beyond every second of our wedding weekend. We are so grateful to Kris for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who is talented, professional, and a joy to work with, look no further!
Sara S
5.0
5/21/2026
Kris at Unorthodox Wave completely redefined what wedding photography means to us. He made the day so effortless and fun!! He captured the true essence, energy, and quiet, candid m...
oments of our day without ever making us feel staged- which was so appreciated! The final gallery is stunning, intentional, and we will cherish forever! He’s a story teller with a gift! You won’t be disappointed if you book Kris, he’s the best!!
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becca m
5.0
1/17/2026
Kris was truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. From the very beginning, he was calm, professional, and so easy to be around—exactly the kind of presence you ...
want when emotions are high and the timeline is moving fast. He made everything feel effortless, kept us comfortable in front of the camera, and guided us in a way that felt natural (never forced or awkward).
And the photos… absolutely amazing. Kris captured the style I was looking for perfectly—every image feels intentional, elevated, and so us. He caught all the big moments beautifully, but what really impressed me were the candid in-between moments and the thoughtful little details I didn’t even realize were happening. Looking through our gallery felt like reliving the entire day in the best way.
If you’re looking for a photographer who is talented, reliable, and genuinely wonderful to work with, I can’t recommend Kris enough. We’re beyond grateful for him and will treasure these photos forever.
BENJAMIN A
5.0
11/26/2025
Kris is very easy to work with. He took a large array of different and creative photos of us and our families. We are really happy with our photo collection. Definitely reach out t...
o Kris if you want some beautiful photographs!
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