About Me
For the past seven years, my life has been defined by movement, discovery, and the pursuit of meaningful stories. I’ve traveled across 31 states, 30 of them alongside my family in our RV, and along the way I’ve developed a unique perspective on the beauty of human connection and the diverse landscapes that frame it. I even had the opportunity to take my own family photos in places I once thought I’d never see.
During my years on the road, I had the privilege of refining my craft under the mentorship of 19 premier professional photographers, working as an associate photographer at 24 weddings across the country. That foundation paved the way for me to lead my own weddings across multiple states, photographing families from all walks of life and many different cultures. Each wedding and session has been an honor, and each one has taught me that every family has a story of their own, one that deserves to be remembered for generations.
Now, I’m trading my travel boots for the white sands of Pensacola Beach. To say I love photographing weddings, new love, established love, and families would be an understatement. The beach holds so much meaning for many of my current clients, and as a family man myself, I love watching my own kids experience and enjoy these moments with me. That’s not to say I’m beach only. I’m just as happy to put on a pair of shoes and head to a venue, park, or wherever your story takes me. At the end of the day, it’s the same kind of magic I love experiencing with my wife and kids, and I feel incredibly lucky to experience it while photographing someone else’s most cherished moments.
My Family
Editorial & fine art photography
Cody Burton here!
Wedding and Family Portrait photographer
If you want someone who’s energetic, patient, and truly invested in your story, then yes. I love letting things unfold naturally, with just enough guidance to keep you feeling confident and engaged.
I love connection in all its stages. The butterflies that follow an engagement, the anticipation of a wedding day, and the beautiful growth, love, and connection that parents have for their kids. There is a sense of pride in all these stages, so much that I know when you get your pictures you cant wait to show them off. But even at that stage its not over. Prints, a house's source of history, source of legacy, a source of belonging. I value prints, they serve a higher purpose than just digitals and are never replaced by a selfie. I shot with intent and always thinking about the big picture, literally.
In an era where vibing with your photographer is just as important as the final edit, I want to make sure we’re a match. Whether it’s a quick email, a video chat, or a coffee meetup, I value your time and want to earn your trust before the shutter even clicks. Sometimes the best experience starts with a face to face, without the camera. Do we have to have a meet up? No, but even a video chat can take away the stranger effect.