Dearly Beloved is a team of wedding photographers & videographers for the laid back & free spirited. Wedding photography packages start at $2,500.
One of the most important days of your life could be captured by a couple that’s also in love. Dearly Beloved provides a beautiful mix of traditional wedding portraits and photojournalistic candid styles. Christian and Kristen make a great husband and wife wedding team that will capture the fun, romance, and raw emotions of your wedding day through beautiful photography and filmmaking. All of our
wedding packages include two photographers and an engagement session in the Lehigh Valley. Bundled photo and video packages are available at a discount. Contact us with your wedding date for more detailed pricing information. Let's take this next step in planning your wedding!
01/03/2025
Taylor and Tim wrapped up our season with a day full of elegance and love. From celebrating with their crew to sharing a quiet moment in the rain, their wedding was the perfect finale to a great year. 🫶🏼🌹✨
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Rachel
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01/01/2025
Reflecting on a year filled with truly unforgettable moments… 🥹💕
January: Layla’s emotional first look with her dad
February: Alex and Kelsey’s kiss with their little one at the end of the aisle
March: A playful moment between Shannon & Tim
April: Jennetta & Dan’s joyful celebration after saying “I do!”
May: Jamie saying YES to Zachary’s love note
June: The genuine laughter and romance between Jessica & Steven
July: Tessa surrounded in prayer by her bridesmaids during getting ready
August: Julian’s tearful reaction as he saw his bride for the first time
September: Abbie & Kole sharing laughs with Abbie’s grandmother, cherishing the moment together
October: Anthony & Megan’s epic sunset moments
November: Marissa & Kyle’s romantic candlelit ceremony at Terrain
December: A sweet moment when Taylor’s mom snuggled up to her after helping her into her dress
It was so hard to choose just a few moments from this unforgettable season. We’re beyond grateful to our couples for trusting us to capture these precious memories. Here’s to more love and laughter in the year ahead! A huge shoutout to the DBW team for their hard work and dedication in making this year truly amazing.
12/14/2024
Our advice to couples… ALWAYS prioritize experience and intention over aesthetic. 🤍 This morning we’re reminiscing on Savanna and Hunter’s perfect intimate wedding. It was a simple gathering at a cozy cabin in the woods, they got married under the twinkle lights with the closest few surrounding them. There was so much love and intention on this day. We’ll never forget it! ✨
Photos by DBW Co-Founder, Kristen
12/12/2024
Your engagement session should be as unique as your love story. Here’s how to make it unforgettable. 📷💕
🤍1. Choose a Location That Tells Your Story 🤍
Where you met, your favorite date spot, or a place you both love—it’s not just a backdrop; it’s part of your story.
🤍2. Incorporate What You Love🤍
Bring along your dog, your favorite coffee mugs, or even your hobby gear. Little touches make a big difference.
🤍 3. Wear What Feels Like YOU. 🤍
Stick to outfits that make you feel confident and comfortable. Complement each other without matching perfectly.
🤍 4. Make It an Experience 🤍
Do something you love—have a picnic, go hiking, or grab ice cream. Activities bring your photos to life.
🤍 5. Embrace the Moment 🤍
The best photos happen when you’re being yourselves. Laugh, play, and enjoy this special time together.
Ready to make your session uniquely you? Let’s plan it together—DM us! 😘
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Maria
12/09/2024
Engagement season is here, and love stories like Korilyn & Quintin’s have us inspired. 💍 If you’re ready to turn your ‘yes’ into unforgettable moments, let’s make it happen. Our calendar is filling fast—your story deserves to be told in a way that’s uniquely *you.*
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer Rachel
12/04/2024
Her dad’s reaction! 🥹
Your wedding day is one big giant moment. It’s the perfect time to gather family and friends together all in one place to celebrate the commitment you are making.
We celebrate with you because we value the longevity in marriage. There is something timeless about capturing the authentic and raw moments on a day like this. If photographers didn’t exist it would be hard to explain these emotions and even then photos are the tip of the iceberg.
That’s why we always recommend getting video if you can because it’s the closest thing you can get to actually being there.
If you’re curious about how we get moments like these—DM us!
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Wedding shot by DBW Photographers Alyssa and Anthony
11/28/2024
This Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on what we’re most thankful for: YOU, our incredible clients, who trust us to capture life’s most unforgettable moments. Your love stories, milestones, and visions inspire everything we do.
Christian and I are also endlessly grateful for our amazing team—your dedication, creativity, and heart make the magic happen every single day. 🥂
Here’s to celebrating the beauty of connection, the joy of teamwork, and the privilege of telling your stories. 🍁 Thank you for being part of our journey—our gratitude for you is endless.
What are you most grateful for this year? Let’s share the love in the comments! 🧡
11/22/2024
5 ways to create a stress-free wedding day ➡️ It’s surprising how many couples overlook the last one!
1️⃣ Prioritize experiences over details: Experiences create memories, not décor. Take time to enjoy your partner, family, and friends. In the end, it’s about celebrating your love, not a flawless aesthetic. Always keep that in mind.
2️⃣ Focus on the moment and be present: It’s not about perfect photos, it’s about real, raw moments. Take time to be present. It’s a day to celebrate your relationship. Focus on that, and the photos will reflect your joy.
3️⃣ Trust your photographer’s eye: There’s a reason you hired a pro. You can trust their experience to capture the best of your day. Your photographer is there to capture moments naturally. Enjoy the day as if they aren’t there.
4️⃣ Embrace imperfections: Embrace your uniqueness and let go of Pinterest pressure. Keep it authentic, not Pinterest-perfect.
5️⃣ Allow space in your timeline: Build a relaxed timeline with breaks. You’ll enjoy the day without rushing. Taking it all in requires a pause. Make eye contact with your partner, share a laugh, and truly be there.
You won’t regret you did these 5 things ❤️
11/19/2024
Celina & Matt, captured in a moment of pure elegance under the autumn lights. ✨
Photo by DBW Lead Photographer, Rachel
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11/17/2024
Who says you have to wear white on your wedding day? Katie was absolutely stunning in her blue dress. 💙 From the dress giving Cinderella vibes to Joe’s sweet reaction during their first look, their intimate wedding day was so romantic.
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Carolina
11/08/2024
Alexandria & Bo had the sweetest intimate wedding at and ended their night at . We love days like this! These two were super intentional about all the details and about the special family and friends that attended. It was all about what meant the most to them as a couple. ❤️
Alexandria is actually a fellow wedding vendor and owns ! Check it out for all your wedding day cocktail needs!
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Lauren
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11/07/2024
Forget the Pinterest shot list! Focus on these essentials:
1. Share Your VIPs💕 – Let us know the must-have people in your story.
2. Highlight Traditions🎉 – Tell us about any special moments you want captured.
3. Stay Present💖 – The best shots happen when you’re in the moment!
We’ll handle the rest, capturing all the love and joy. 🤍
Nick and Cayla’s day was nothing short of magical.
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Carolina & DBW Second Shooter, Deandra
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11/05/2024
3 Tips for Authentic Engagement Photos 📸✨
1. Be Yourselves: Forget the stiff poses! Embrace your natural chemistry, laugh, play, and let your true connection shine through. The most beautiful moments are the ones that feel real.
2. Choose Meaningful Locations: Whether it’s where you met, your favorite park, or a spot that holds special memories, a meaningful backdrop adds depth to your photos.
3. Take Your Time: Don’t rush—let the moments unfold. The best images happen when you’re relaxed and present, not forcing the shot.
Ready to capture your love story? Let’s make it unforgettable.
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Larissa
11/04/2024
Always love a cute church exit moment! 🫧 Gabrielle and Trent look like they’re straight out of a magazine. We loved photographing this day! 💖
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Photo by DBW Lead Photographer, Maria
11/01/2024
Alyssa and Jason brought all the playfulness and romance to their engagement session. We can’t wait for their wedding day. 💖
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Maria
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10/31/2024
Two modes on your wedding day. 💸🍾✨ We’re here for it…
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer Alyssa
10/30/2024
Such a picture perfect time of year. 🍁 These moments with Caroline and Ryan were straight out of a dream. The way the light was reflecting off the dust from the road and all the vibrant fall colors was just amazing.
📷 DBW Lead Photographer, Larissa
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10/26/2024
The best time of year… fall. 🍂🫶🏼 How sweet are these moments from Madison and Jake’s engagement session?
Photos by DBW Lead Photographer, Ibis
Pennsylvania Fall Engagement Session, Pennsylvania Wedding Photographer, Lehigh Valley Wedding Photographer
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EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! The last workshop we put together for our team went so well, that we decided to do another one and sell tickets! 🎉💕 https://dearlybeloved-weddings.com/dbw-workshops
SAVE THE DATE: Monday, August 26, 2024 @conestogahouseandgardens
What makes our workshop different? Read this review from one of our shooters:
“I am not a fan of styled shoots. It’s usually just a competitive atmosphere with little to no collaboration amongst the photographers. I went to one styled shoot years ago and have since sworn them off… that is until Kristen and Christian planned one for the team. I knew they would prioritize creating an atmosphere that is healthy, fun, and collaborative and that is exactly what they did! Cherry on top was that the whole day was styled so beautifully but wasn’t so styled or too over the top that it would feel unattainable to other brides and grooms. I had so so much fun at their styled shoot and cannot wait or the next one!”
Plus, Christian and I will be adding an educational aspect to it! We hope to see you there!
Link to buy tickets here: https://dearlybeloved-weddings.com/dbw-workshops
FILMMAKER: CHRISTIAN LOPEZ + PHOTOGRAPHER: KRISTEN LOPEZ
One of the most important days of your life could be captured by a couple that’s also in love. We're Kristen and Christian Lopez; a husband and wife wedding team based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. We will capture the fun, romance, and raw emotions of your wedding day and we might even become your friends! We're high school sweethearts that tied the knot on September 7, 2013. Every day since then we have been working together towards our dreams of running our own creative businesses. We officially launched our brands, Dearly Beloved Weddings along with our other media company, Prevailed Studios, LLC in 2017.
We have photographed 100+ weddings so far and it's been such a blessing. With every moment we capture we learn something new about our talents and what we’re passionate about. Christian and I find so much joy in capturing the pure love and joy of marriage. Dearly Beloved provides a beautiful mix of traditional and photojournalistic candid styles of photography and filmmaking. We strive to be storytellers and we'd love to tell your love story!
Happily serving the Lehigh Valley, Poconos, Philadelphia, and the tri-state area.
Available to travel anywhere in the US and the world!
CAPTURING REAL MOMENTS VS. TAKING A PHOTO
We are all about relationships with our couples, and love the chance to get to know you before your special day. Our goal when capturing a wedding is to also capture real moments, the essence of who you are, and the love you have for each other. We know the group and posed photos are important too, but we pay extra close attention to those authentic moments that last a lifetime. It’s not about just taking a photo, we want to tell your love story.