More than photographers — stewards of your story.
Caroline & AJ DYess
We are a husband-and-wife photography team based in Smyrna, Georgia, proudly serving the greater Atlanta area and beyond. Having both grown up in Atlanta and been together since high school (thanks to Young Life!), our relationship is the foundation of everything we do — both in marriage and in business.
We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve our clients through this work and consider it a true honor to document life’s most meaningful moments. Being invited into your story is something we never take lightly. Our approach is rooted in trust, care, and genuine connection. We strive to champion each of our clients the way we would our closest friends, creating an environment where you feel comfortable, supported, and fully present on your wedding day.
When we’re not behind the camera, you’ll likely find us volunteering with Young Life, enjoying margs and queso at Little Rey, or spending time outdoors with our dogs, Lincoln and Lucy.
We would be honored to come alongside you and thoughtfully preserve the moments that matter most.
Our Favorite Things
1. our pups - Linc & Lucy
2. Wedding days!
3. Jenis ice cream
4. toes in sand & sunsets at the beach
What it's like to work with us...
Our photography approach is intentional and laid back. We believe that your photographs should be a true reflection and genuine - we will never force moments or posing. We believe in being cheerleaders for your season of life that you invite us in on.
The wedding Experience
The Portrait Experience
What's Next
One of the greatest privileges of photography is the relationships it allows us to build. What may begin as a proposal, engagement, or newborn session often becomes a meaningful, lasting connection.
I approach every experience with warmth, discretion, and thoughtful intentionality. My desire is that you feel completely at ease in our presence — confident, cared for, and free to be fully present in each moment. When you trust us with your story, we steward it with genuine care and an unwavering attention to detail.
Our clients quickly become more than names on a calendar; they become people we celebrate, champion, and walk alongside in life’s most meaningful seasons. It would be a true honor to serve you and document this chapter with joy, professionalism, and intentionality.
The Dyess Photo Experience
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