Business Details
14 Years
experience
Award-Winning Maine Wedding & Portrait Photography by Flax Studios
Founded in 2012, Flax Studios has established itself as a premier wedding and portrait photography studio known for capturing authentic, emotionally resonant moments. With over 160 weddings documented globally, our approach blends photojournalistic storytelling with artistic portraiture, ensuring clients receive timeless imagery that reflects their unique personalities. Our team prioritizes client comfort, employing a relaxed, unobtrusive style while maintaining technical excellence through professional-grade equipment and rigorous backup protocols.Recognized with multiple international awards, including the 2021 Tracy Maine Photographer of the Year and 2020 2nd Place Grand Imaging Award, we combine creative vision with practical expertise to deliver exceptional service. Our founder's background in carpentry and music adds a multidisciplinary perspective to visual storytelling, while our commitment to transparency ensures no hidden fees or surprises throughout the process.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Destination Weddings
Maternity Photography
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We've captured over 160 weddings since 2012 with international recognition
- Our fly-on-the-wall approach preserves authentic, unposed moments
- Includes second photographer option for comprehensive coverage
- Travel available for destination weddings across the US and globally
- Professional-grade equipment with dual backup systems for reliability
What people say
Authentic moments
Professional reliability
Artistic excellence
Unobtrusive style
Timely delivery
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a photojournalistic approach while capturing breathtaking portraits. Our coverage includes candid moments, formal portraits, and reception details. Clients receive at least 700 high-resolution images from 8-hour sessions with single photographer, with options for extended coverage and second photographer.
Engagement Sessions
Creating romantic, personalized engagement portraits that showcase couples' unique relationships. These sessions help build comfort with photography before the wedding day. Sessions include location scouting, styling guidance, and 50+ edited images from 1.5-hour shoots in scenic Maine locations.
Family Portraits
Producing natural, joyful family photographs that capture genuine interactions. Specializing in children's photography with relaxed, playful sessions. Services include holiday cards, maternity shoots, and multi-generational portraits with guidance on wardrobe coordination and location selection.
Destination Weddings
Providing photography services for weddings outside Maine with global travel capabilities. Includes logistical planning assistance and local venue knowledge. We've documented weddings from New York to Acadia National Park, with expertise in adapting to diverse environments and cultural traditions.
Maternity Photography
Creating elegant, empowering maternity portraits that celebrate pregnancy journeys. Sessions focus on natural beauty and family bonding moments. Offered as standalone sessions or combined with newborn photography, with guidance on timing, wardrobe, and posing for optimal results.
People
James Flax
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 160+ weddings documented since 2012. Recognized with Professional Photographer Magazine covers and Tracy Maine Photographer of the Year award. Specializes in capturing authentic moments with a photojournalistic approach.
Laureh Flax
Second Photographer
Dental hygienist by day and skilled second photographer by night. Collaborates with James for weddings, bringing additional perspective and capturing unique angles. Known for making clients comfortable during sessions.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
We use a photojournalistic approach focusing on authentic moments while creating artistic portraits. Our editing maintains natural colors and timeless aesthetics without trendy filters.
How many photos will we receive from our wedding?
Single photographer provides minimum 700 images for 8-hour coverage. Two photographers deliver at least 1,100 images with complementary perspectives from coordinated team coverage.
Do you offer second photographer services?
Yes, we recommend adding a second photographer for comprehensive coverage. My wife Laureh typically serves in this role, providing additional creative perspectives during weddings.
What happens if you can't attend our wedding?
We maintain strict backup protocols with multiple cameras and storage systems. In extreme cases, a qualified professional will cover while maintaining our quality standards for final deliverables.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
Yes, we travel anywhere! We've photographed weddings from Kennebunk to New York and specialize in creating beautiful images in diverse locations worldwide.
How long until we receive our photos?
Most weddings deliver within four weeks. Preview images are shared within days of the event, with full galleries available after professional editing and quality checks.
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