Hi, my name is Justin Hankins :)
I'm an East Coast/Midwest-based wedding photographer who travels around the world documenting the happiest moments in people's lives. I have a reputation for taking incredible care of folks just like you and can't wait to surprise and delight.
Recent weddings/engagements...
E&C’s Wedding featured on EquallyWed
» August 19, 2022 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
E+C’s Virginia Beach wedding was the first LGBTQ+ wedding held at Eastern Shore Chapel and the Princess Anne Country Club. And it’s featured today on EquallyWed!
Chic Oceanfront Wedding at the Marriott VB Oceanfront
» June 2, 2022 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
H&P danced the night away under a gorgeous floral installation at their Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront wedding.
Al Fresco Wedding on the Water at the Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club
» March 3, 2022 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
B&B enjoyed a gorgeous evening along the water at their al fresco Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club wedding.
Marigny Opera House Engagement Portraits in New Orleans
» December 30, 2021 · by Justin Hankins · Engagements
Here are some Marigny Opera House Engagement Photos from D&A’s formal, elegant, fall engagement session around New Orleans.
Veritas Winery Wedding in Charlottesville, VA
» May 15, 2019 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
Veritas Winery weddings in Charlottesville, VA are always gorgeous. But they’re even more amazing when paired with a VIP ring-bearing pup and fresh donuts.
Elegant Estate Wedding at Dover Hall outside Richmond, VA.
» January 8, 2019 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
View inspiration from H&M’s elegant Dover Hall wedding photos, located in Manakin-Sabot, VA, just outside Richmond.
Rooftop Chicago Skyline Wedding at Ignite Glass Studios
» January 4, 2019 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
J&A selected Ignite Glass Studios for their late-summer West Loop Chicago rooftop wedding. Click for inspiration from their Chicago skyline wedding photos.
DC Engagement Photos at the Cherry Blossom Festival
» June 21, 2018 · by Justin Hankins · Engagements
Here are some Washington DC Engagement Photos from S&B’s spring engagement session around the Tidal Basin during the Cherry Blossom Festival.
Hudsonville and Jenison wedding (Grand Rapids)
» March 9, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
Click for photos and inspiration from S&E’s Hudsonville and Jenison wedding at Ridgewood CRC and Fairway CRC outside Grand Rapids, Michigan. #PureMichigan
Southern Oaks Plantation Wedding
» March 5, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Weddings
Here are images from C&Bs St Theresa of Avila & Southern Oaks Plantation wedding in New Orleans. Learn why Southern Oaks Plantation is one of the best New Orleans wedding venues.
Recent personal blog posts...
Muffuletta Olive Salad Recipe
» February 27, 2018 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
Here’s a muffuletta olive salad recipe inspired by the Central Grocery in New Orleans. Perfect any time of the year, but especially for Mardi Gras.
New Orleans Muffuletta Recipe
» February 26, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
The muffuletta is one of the most iconic foods from New Orleans. Here’s a muffuletta recipe based on the original Central Grocery muffuletta sandwich recipe.
King Cake Macaron Recipe for Mardi Gras
» February 24, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
Here’s a King Cake macaron recipe for Mardi Gras. Recreate the Mardi Gras favorite with individual macarons or arranged in a traditional King Cake ring.
Breakfast at the Farmhaus
» February 10, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
Easy farmhouse breakfast recipe for Bacon, Avocado, and Egg on toast with Pan-Roasted Potatoes. Photos from the Modern Farmhaus in Leelanau County.
Whistler Photos via Instagram
» February 9, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
Whistler is in my top 5 favorite getaways. Here are some Whistler photos and videos from a 2016 visit, courtesy of my dumb cell phone and Instagram.
2007 Naturalization Ceremony at Monticello
» February 3, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
Click to view photos and inspiration from the 2007 Independence Day Naturalization Ceremony at Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Barack Obama’s 2009 Presidential Inauguration
» January 20, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
Click to view photos and audio from Barack Obama’s Inauguration from 2009. Photo/audio by Justin Hankins and the San Francisco Girls & Boys Choruses.
How to park overnight in Whistler Blackcomb
» January 12, 2017 · by Justin Hankins · Personal
If you’re traveling to Whistler in the winter and staying for an extended period of time, you’ll soon discover that hotel rates for overnight parking in Whistler push beyond $39/day. That’s ~$300 bucks for a week’s worth of parking you could otherwise spend eating waffles and feeding Whisky Jacks! Boooo!