Meet Our Team

Meet the Team Behind Life In Focus
Great wedding photography and videography go beyond just capturing moments—it’s about storytelling, creativity, and making you feel completely at ease. Our team is made up of passionate photographers and videographers who bring years of experience, artistic vision, and a relaxed approach to every wedding we document.
Led by Nick Eaton, the creator of Life in Focus, we work seamlessly together to ensure your day is captured beautifully and authentically. Get to know the team that will be there to preserve your most meaningful moments.

Nick
Owner, Photographer & Videographer

Derek
Photographer & Videographer

Juliette
Videographer

Sam
Videographer

Ryan
Photo & Video Assistant

Melissa
Photographer

Rachel
Photographer

Karthik
Videographer

Enfry
Photographer

Nick – Owner, Photographer & Videographer
Nick is the creative force behind Life in Focus, capturing weddings with a passion for storytelling and an eye for authentic moments. Since founding the company in 2013, he has dedicated himself to preserving love stories in a way that feels natural, cinematic, and timeless. With over a decade of experience, Nick has photographed and filmed weddings across New England and beyond, from the rocky coastlines of Maine to stunning destinations worldwide.
His approach is all about making couples feel comfortable, ensuring they can be themselves while he documents their day with artistry and intention. Whether navigating unpredictable weather, adjusting to changing light, or capturing fleeting emotional moments, Nick thrives on the challenges of wedding photography and videography. His goal is simple—to create images and films that transport couples back to their wedding day, letting them relive the emotions, laughter, and love for years to come.

Derek – Photographer & Videographer
Derek has been an integral part of Life in Focus since 2017, capturing weddings with the same natural and cinematic style that defines our brand. As both a photographer and lead videographer for our associate video packages, Derek brings a keen eye for authentic moments and a relaxed, unobtrusive approach. His ability to document weddings as they unfold ensures couples feel at ease while he captures every meaningful detail. Whether shooting a quiet, intimate ceremony or a high-energy reception, Derek’s work is filled with timeless emotion and artistry.

Juliette – Videographer
Juliette has been creating stunning wedding films with Life in Focus since 2018. With a documentary-style approach, she crafts cinematic wedding videos that feel real, emotional, and true to each couple’s love story. Her ability to work seamlessly in the background allows her to capture genuine interactions, from heartfelt vows to lively dance floors. Juliette’s storytelling instincts and attention to detail ensure every film she creates is both visually beautiful and deeply meaningful.

Sam – Videographer
Sam joined Life in Focus in 2020 and has been traveling across Maine to capture weddings ever since. Whether serving as a lead photographer or stepping in as Nick’s second videographer, Sam brings a documentary-style approach that allows couples to enjoy their day without feeling like they’re constantly in front of the camera. His easygoing nature and ability to anticipate meaningful moments make him a key part of the team, ensuring every wedding is captured with authenticity and artistry.

Melissa – Photographer
Melissa joined Life in Focus in 2024 and has quickly become an essential part of the team. Often working alongside Nick as a second photographer—or taking the lead when he’s already booked—Melissa brings a keen eye for candid moments and an unobtrusive approach that allows emotions to unfold naturally. Her ability to capture the little in-between moments makes her a perfect fit for our storytelling style.

Ryan – Photography & Videography Assistant
Ryan is the go-to support for our photography and videography teams, ensuring everything runs smoothly on wedding days. From managing gear and keeping track of shot lists to assisting with anything the couple might need, he plays a vital role in making the day stress-free. In addition to assisting, Ryan has stepped up as a second shooter and even taken the lead on videography, delivering high-quality films that match our signature style.

Rachel – Photographer
Based in the Outer Banks, Rachel is always ready to go the extra mile—or even into the ocean—to get the perfect shot. Whether she’s a lead or second shooter, her adventurous spirit and ability to document raw, emotional moments make her a valuable part of the team. From sandy beach ceremonies to poolside celebrations, Rachel isn’t afraid to immerse herself (literally) in the moment to capture the perfect image.

Karthik – Videographer
Karthik is one of our trusted videographers in the Outer Banks, specializing in documentary-style wedding films that feel effortless and real. His ability to blend into the background ensures that couples can fully enjoy their day while he captures every significant moment. With a keen sense of timing and storytelling, Karthik delivers wedding videos that reflect the emotions, connections, and energy of the day.

Enfry – Photographer
As a lead and second shooter in the Outer Banks, Enfry brings a balance of artistry and precision to every wedding he captures. Whether he’s posing families for group portraits or documenting unscripted moments, his approach is always natural and intentional. His ability to put couples at ease and capture moments as they unfold ensures that every wedding he photographs is filled with timeless, meaningful images.
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