Cori Howard

When you’re in your bridal era, every little moment deserves to be remembered.

The soft glam before the dress.
The rings.
The quiet details.
The anticipation before everything begins.

Getting ready isn’t just prep. It’s part of the story.
If you’re dreaming of bridal portraits that feel elevated, editorial, and timeless, let’s plan something beautiful together before the wedding day. Inquire to schedule your bridal session.

A little untraditional.
A little cinematic.

One of those weddings you carry with you long after it’s over—because of the people.

Lauren and Cody are truly some of the best I’ve had the honor of serving. Every detail was intentionally designed to reflect them—their story, their people, the things they love.

An intimate celebration with a full, meaningful experience. The kind that reminds you what weddings are really about.

And a vendor team that made it all feel effortless:
Hotel -
HMU-
Bar rental -
Catering -
Linens-
Tables and chairs -
Band -
Boots-
Dress- .boutique
Suite -
Cookies - .raesdallas
Flowers - .alliemoore

Brielle and Trevor, your love is contagious! We had so much fun capturing your engagement moments . The countdown to your dream wedding at in November begins!

Calm, collected, and fully in her moment—
because this deserves more than a rushed timeline.
Shot for Rosie Cheeks Photography

I’m Cori, also known as C.J., a full-time wedding photographer based in Dallas and Las Vegas, documenting weddings across the U.S. and wherever a story takes me.
The reason I photograph weddings is simple: for a moment, in the chaos of the world, I get to capture one of the most joyful occasions of someone’s human experience. To immortalize someone’s happiest moments is truly the most purpose-giving experience.
My approach is a mix of letting the day unfold naturally and knowing when to step in. I’ll let the real moments happen, then guide, direct and pose when it matters so your gallery feels true to your love story with as elevated and effortless polish.
After photographing 250+ weddings, I can fix a timeline, calm a nervous room, find beautiful light almost anywhere- and if I can’t find it, I create it.
Most days, I’m somewhere between a calm creative director, timeline therapist, professional dress fluffer, and emotionally invested third wheel.
A few fun facts about me; I’ve traveled to 20+ countries (Croatia has my heart), I’m usually editing to The Spice Girls, true crime, or a business podcast, and I’m always learning something new (because apparently relaxing is not my strong suit).
At the heart of it all, I believe a wedding creates something rare: a single moment in time where everyone important to you is gathered in one place, celebrating the same thing.
Preserving that will never stop feeling meaningful to me.
So glad you’re here. 🤍

Editorial but western 🐎🐴

Minimal plans. Maximum presence.

Bridals but make it editorial.