Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Chesapeake Beach, MD
At Dunks Photo, we specialize in capturing life's most meaningful moments through the art of photography. With over sixteen years of experience, our team has perfected the craft of storytelling, preserving the emotions and connections that define your unique journey. Whether it's the joy of a wedding day, the transition into adulthood through senior portraits, or the intimacy of an engagement session, we approach every project with a commitment to authenticity and artistry. Our work has been recognized through prestigious awards, including multiple Wedding Wires Couples Choice Awards and Editors Choice Awards, and featured in publications such as The Washington Post and Premier Bride magazine. We combine a photojournalistic style with creative direction to ensure your story is told with both candor and elegance.Our clients consistently praise our ability to blend into the background while capturing genuine moments, then guiding them through posed shots that complement their narrative. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of edited images, we prioritize personalized service and technical excellence. Our use of professional Canon and Nikon equipment, paired with advanced lighting techniques, ensures every detail is rendered with clarity and vibrancy. We take pride in delivering galleries within two weeks for portrait sessions and 6-8 weeks for weddings, with social media previews shared within 48 hours. Located in Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, we are available for travel to document your story wherever life takes you.
Services
Weddings
Teens/Seniors
Headshots
Engagements
Portraits
Highlights and features
- 16 years of specialized experience in wedding and portrait photography
- Award-winning photojournalistic and artistic style recognized by industry leaders
- Personalized approach blending candid observation with guided posing
- Rapid delivery of social media previews within 48 hours
- Professional-grade Canon and Nikon equipment with advanced lighting techniques
What people say
Amazing experience
Vibrant and sharp photos
Relive your day
Professional and friendly
Excellent service
Services
Weddings
Our wedding photography service captures your special day with a blend of photojournalistic observation and artistic direction. We document candid moments while guiding you through meaningful posed shots, delivering 100+ images per hour of coverage. With 6-8 week turnaround times, we provide comprehensive galleries and premium wedding albums that preserve your story for generations.
Teens/Seniors
Senior portrait sessions focus on capturing individual personalities during pivotal life transitions. Our 1.5-2 hour sessions balance posed compositions with natural interactions, resulting in approximately 75 curated images delivered within two weeks. We help clients select appropriate attire and create relaxed environments that showcase authentic self-expression through vibrant, high-quality photography.
Headshots
Headshot photography combines technical precision with artistic styling to create compelling professional images. We emphasize facial expressions and lighting control to produce polished results suitable for business profiles, acting portfolios, and personal branding. Sessions typically last 1.5-2 hours with a variety of compositional options included in the final gallery.
Engagements
Engagement photography documents romantic connections through personalized outdoor sessions. We recommend two outfit changes and provide guidance for natural interactions that showcase couples' unique relationships. The resulting galleries feature both candid moments and directed poses, with social media previews available within 48 hours of the session.
Portraits
Our portrait services capture individuals and families in natural settings that reflect their personalities. Sessions incorporate both structured compositions and spontaneous interactions, using professional lighting equipment to ensure consistent quality. We specialize in creating comfortable environments that allow subjects to express themselves authentically through vibrant, emotionally resonant imagery.
People
Brittany Dunks
Owner/Lead Photographer
With 16 years of experience, Brittany Dunks is a multi-award-winning photographer known for her storytelling approach. Specializing in weddings and portraits, she combines photojournalistic techniques with artistic direction. Featured in major publications, Brittany's work emphasizes emotional authenticity and technical excellence.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We combine photojournalistic observation with artistic direction for weddings, and lifestyle posing with candid moments for portraits.
How many images can I expect from my session?
Weddings average 100+ images per hour, while portrait sessions typically deliver about 75 curated photographs.
What's your turnaround time for delivering photos?
We provide social media previews within 48 hours, portrait galleries in two weeks, and wedding galleries within 6-8 weeks.
How long do portrait sessions last?
Most sessions run between 1.5 to 2 hours to allow for multiple outfit changes and varied compositions.
What should I wear for my portrait session?
We recommend two outfits - one dressy and one casual - that reflect your personal style and make you feel confident.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional Canon and Nikon mirrorless and DSLR cameras with a variety of lenses and off-camera lighting equipment.
