READING TIME: 3 min 13 sec
PUBLICATION DATE: 11/12/2025
UPDATED: 11/12/2025
We met Dryden and Emily as two souls drawn by different but complementary creative energies. “We actually met in college — Dryden studied social media marketing, and Emily majored in photo and video production — so combining our worlds was kind of inevitable,” Emily recalls fondly. That serendipity sparked more than a romance; it laid the foundation for Wild & Roam.
Over the past five years, they’ve channeled their individual talents toward a shared vision: leading full media teams that capture weddings through photo, video, and content creation. Their paths have carried them across continents — Italy, Mexico, London, and beyond — each new destination fueling their creativity. “We’ve been lucky enough to travel the world documenting celebrations … and it still never gets old,” says Dryden.
When asked to describe their style in one phrase, Emily smiles. “Loose-editorial and full of emotion.” It’s a vision where old-money energy meets the playful glamour of real life — refined yet alive.
We love mixing flash, movement, and timeless composition to create imagery that feels straight out of a magazine but still completely true to the couple.
Their photographs embrace light and motion. With every frame, they aim to evoke feeling — joy, tenderness, laughter, connection — not simply record moments. This is storytelling through vision, not convention.
Dryden and Emily rely on equipment that matches their ambition and artistic sensibilities. For stills, they favor the Sony A7RV, and for motion, the Sony A7S III. Their lens arsenal includes a mix from Sigma, Sony, and Tamron — each chosen to support their versatile, expressive style.
When it comes to post-processing, their approach blends human intention with smart tools. “We hand cull our galleries and then use Aftershoot AI to help us with quick editing and fast turnarounds.” The editing process becomes a balance: preserving the soul of the image while respecting time and efficiency.
At the core of Wild & Roam’s work is a love for people and stories. As Emily says, “It’s the people, hands down. We get to step into some of the most meaningful days of people’s lives and turn them into art they’ll have forever.” Every wedding is a new cast of characters, a fresh emotional landscape — and that endless variation fuels their passion.
Because they deeply believe in collaboration, they begin every project with conversations, trust building, and shared vision. Dryden notes, “We take time to work very closely with the planner and get to know our couples so we can capture them in a way that actually feels like them.” On wedding day, they move between guiding the couple and fading into the background, allowing candid moments to unfold naturally.
One size does not fit all at Wild & Roam. “All of our wedding packages are custom-made for each couple and their specific needs,” they emphasize. Their flexibility allows couples to tailor the experience — whether that’s additional content, extended coverage, or a combination of formats.
Yes — they absolutely work with couples who dream of destination weddings. “All of our weddings are out of state, and many are out of country.” Their favorite locales? Italy holds a special place in their hearts. They also treasure the energy of Napa and New York City, embracing the unique charm each location brings.
When we asked for tips to share with couples preparing for a photo shoot or event, they offered wisdom grounded in experience:
The best thing you can do is just be present and trust your team.
Other practical advice: build a solid timeline, clearly communicate your priorities, and choose attire you can move and feel confident in. When couples relax into the moment, the real magic — the moments that become art — happens.
Beyond weddings, Emily and Dryden are building toward something bigger: destination retreats for photographers and filmmakers. These immersive experiences blend luxury travel, editorial shoots, and education. “It’s a chance for us to give back, build community, and create experiences that push the creative side of the industry forward,” Emily explains.
Their message to couples is simple, yet profound: “Be present.”
Dryden offers this encouragement: “When couples focus on having fun and soaking it all in, that’s when the magic happens.”
From the first meeting to the final delivery, Wild & Roam exist not to impose a visual style, but to invite couples into their own stories — to translate love into art, freedom into form, and moments into memories.
If you’re in search of more than just a photographer — if you want collaborators who listen, imagine, and bring your story to life — Wild & Roam might be your perfect lens.
