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ELIZABETH HOARD PHOTOGRAPHY
I come from a long line of artists and creatives; a fact I have always been proud of
As a little girl, I spent hours weekly in my grandmother's studio surrounded by her mannequins, pastels & oils; she was a professional painter whose portraits were shown at Memphis Brooks Museum & for her couturier creations "Ageri" she was chosen by The Commercial Appeal Fashion Department as one of top ten designers in Memphis.
I saw the world through her eyes & it was beautiful.
As a little girl, with both of my parents holding degrees in Architecture and my father practicing at a firm in Alexandria, VA, I was surrounded by drafting boards filled with leading lines governed by whimsy & intrigue.
I saw the world through their eyes & it was beautiful.
Soon after the birth of my first child I picked up a camera & quickly realized that wedding photography was my mannequin, my paint brush, my drafting board. I had found my artistic medium & with my Bachelor's in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing degree, I opened up my business in the fall of 2013.
Being in business for ten years does something to your soul. It can be a defining moment- to continue with what works well & stay the same or to light a fire in your soul to push the limits on what you can do even further.
I am choosing the latter.
ARTIST'S STATEMENT
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"IT'S ONE THING TO MAKE A PICTURE OF WHAT A PERSON LOOKS LIKE, IT'S ANOTHER THING TO MAKE A PORTRAIT OF WHO THEY ARE." - PAUL CAPONIGRO
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With over a decade of experience, Elizabeth brings a personalized touch to your wedding celebration. Immerse yourself in a blend of stunning candid moments, joyful formals, and curated detail imagery that collectively narrate the enchanting story of your wedding weekend. When you look back on your wedding imagery you will see your real smiles, your real emotions, the real 'you'.
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SERVING THE MEMPHIS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY MARKET WITH TRAVEL OPTION AVAILABLE
Based out of Memphis, Tennessee, Elizabeth has photographed weddings across the globe—from the vineyards of Italy and the snow capped mountains of Utah to the islands of Hawaii and clear blue waters of Jamaica. Her work has taken her to meet some incredible people in iconic cities such as New York City, San Francisco, and Atlanta. It has also allowed her to experience the natural beauty of places like Napa Valley, Yellowstone, and Jekyll Island. Being a top rated wedding photographer has taken her to places she had long dreamed of visiting but also has brought her to charming small towns she had never heard before. Some places she has visited once. Others—like Italy and California and NYC—have brought her back time and time again.
WORLDWIDE EXPERIENCE

Elizabeth Hoard earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management from the University of Memphis in 2011. A firm believer that exceptional client experiences and artistry require continual growth, she regularly invests in advanced education through some of the wedding industry's most respected workshops, conferences, and mentorship programs.
Elizabeth is a two-time attendee of Landlocked Luxury (2025-2026), completed the Rebecca Yale Photography 201 Masterclass (2023-2026), enrolled in the Mastermind Danger School by Kristen Sweeting (2026) and continues her professional development as a current mentee of Rebecca Yale (2023- current). Through ongoing education and collaboration with leading wedding professionals across the country, she remains committed to refining both the client experience and the artistry she brings to every celebration.
Elizabeth is represented by OFD Consulting- the Industry's Top Wedding PR Firm by Meghan Ely and is continually featured in national & local publications.
CONTINUED EDUCATION

Elizabeth Hoard Photography is an award winning Luxury Wedding Photographer of over a decade based in Memphis, Tennessee, serving couples throughout the United States and destinations worldwide. For more than a decade, Elizabeth has documented celebrations with a mindful blend of artistry, experience, and genuine connection. Her work has been featured in numerous wedding publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, Wedding Chicks, Southern Bride, Ruffled, MunaLuchi Bride.
Elizabeth has also been quoted as an industry expert in leading wedding publications and media outlets including Wedding Chicks, Bespoke Bride, Good Day Chicago, and Good Morning America on topics ranging from wedding trends and timelines, to creating exceptional guest experiences.
She was named among the Top Five Best Wedding Photographers by Memphis Best Awards and is a eight-time recipient of the Best of the Best WeddingWire Couples' Choice. Since opening her business in the fall of 2013, she remains a top trusted and highly referred wedding photographer by her fellow wedding professional vendors and past couples earning her a flawless five-star reputation.
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I BELIEVE THAT Every PERSON HAS SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL ABOUT THEM.
I am also not going to turn you away because you are getting married in a church or a barn or in space (please get married in space). I shoot all of the locations and I show them off proudly. Imperfections are what make my photography beautiful. Your unique love is what makes it come alive. The way the two of you fit together like a puzzle piece is what creates the sparks in my images.
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It is you. Normal, imperfect you. And I wouldn't have it any other way.
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SERVING THE MEMPHIS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY MARKET WITH TRAVEL OPTION AVAILABLE

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