Beyond The Frame

T.J. Drechsel calls coastal Wilmington, North Carolina home. Initially known for his captivating landscape and travel photography, he has seamlessly channeled this artistry into the world of weddings and portraits. His focus on depth of light and capturing genuine emotion shines through in his extensive portfolio. Renowned for his positive and upbeat demeanor, T.J. is a consummate professional with a willingness to travel anywhere to weave your unique story.

Beyond The Frame

T.J. Drechsel resides in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Starting out as a noted landscape and traveling photographer, he has brought that same eye into the wedding and portrait industry. His goal of using natural light and translating emotion is seen in his portfolio.
Positive and upbeat, he is great to work with and professional. He will travel anywhere to capture your story. His loves include: Tropical Destinations, Travel, Wine, Live Music, Positive Vibes and, of course, Photography.

Recent Projects

First run of teasers from an epic birthday trip! Glacier and Montana treated us so well. Perfect conditions, temperatures and travel partners! Avery, Maria and I had such a great time together. I knew this would be a super spot to ring in my 50th and it did not disappoint. Get out and see our beautiful country! The national parks truly are such an amazing experience! God has given us such a beautiful backyard to enjoy! My cup runneth over.
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#glacier #glaciernationalpark
#travelgram #instatravel #vacation #wanderlust #adventure #travelphotography #explore #igtravel #nature #traveling #travelblogger #travelling #iceland #nordic @tjdrechselphotography @_maria.fuentes_
This is the big 5.0!!! This week we swam in glacial water while exploring one of America’s best national parks. Experiencing God’s gift of nature is one of life’s great blessings and it always changes your perspective. Having an amazing time with my ladies. What a way to turn the page on the next 50! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
I feel truly honored and excited to embrace this half-century journey. Looking back on all the growth, lessons, and special moments in my life is such a treat. God has shown up in ways that sometimes challenged my faith, teaching me important lessons the hard way and reminding me to trust in the longer, sometimes tougher path. My deep belief that everything has a purpose and that good can be found everywhere has helped me stay positive through it all. I am now with the woman of my dreams, having experienced enough to truly appreciate her love. I am blessed to be the father of the most wonderful daughter I could ever imagine. My family and friends are a constant source of joy and support, making my life richer every day. I find fulfillment in both my career and personal growth, and time and time again, God has shown His goodness, strengthening my faith and trust in His grace. Reaching this milestone fills me with immense gratitude, and I look forward to what the next chapters of life will bring. Each chapter of life holds amazing things and the time flies by faster than any of us want to face. So thankful for each of the chapters and especially grateful for my life in this moment. God is always good and I am very thankful. Cheers!!! #thebig50 #50 #thisis50 #birthday @_maria.fuentes_
Sometimes B&W tells the story the best! It was 2018 the last time I shot with the Noonan Crew. How cool to re-freeze time again! We had a great session in beautiful Ft. Fisher. Check out teasers!!!
@ebnoons @ecunoonan
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#familysessions
#lifechapters #carolinabeach #wilmington #landfall #wrightsvillebeach #photoshoot #ncphotographer #capturinglife #stagesoflife #familyphotographer #familyphotography #familyphotos #familyphotoshoot #lifestylephotography #familysession #familyportraits
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Wasn’t too long ago that I had the honor to document their wedding day and now I get a new honor of capturing the excitement of their growing family! So excited to drop teasers from a beautiful sunset session with Madison and Dylan! What an evening! So pumped for these two!
@justroelswithit @dylhouse910
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#familysessions #maternitysession #maternityphotographer
#lifechapters #carolinabeach #wilmington #landfall #wrightsvillebeach #photoshoot #ncphotographer #capturinglife #stagesoflife #familyphotographer #familyphotography #familyphotos #familyphotoshoot #lifestylephotography #familysession #familyportraits
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So many chapters in the growth and empire of a family to build legacy. Honored to have the chance to capture many of them for the Rivera Family! A sweet session with these wonderful people. Check out teasers!
@jensengrey @rayrivrod
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#familysessions
#lifechapters #carolinabeach #wilmington #landfall #wrightsvillebeach #photoshoot #ncphotographer #capturinglife #stagesoflife #familyphotographer #familyphotography #familyphotos #familyphotoshoot #lifestylephotography #familysession #familyportraits
@tjdrechselphotography
Great shooting with the @beattypittmanteam of @intracoastalrealty at the beautiful airliegardens
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#businessmarketing #headshotsession #headshots #lifestylephotography #builder #design #wrightsvillebeach #coastal #wilmingtonnc #marketing #sales #realtor #realestate #buy #sell #vision #build #wilmingtonncphotographer #realestatephotographer #nc #ncphotographer #wilmingtonphotographer @tjdrechselphotographyre
Friday Feels
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#nc #paradise #landscape #sunshine #sky #naturefanatics #naturepics #ocean #traveljunkie #sea #familyshutterbug #portraitshots #art #creatives #style #photooftheday #instafun #instatrip #lifestyle #snapoftheday #familycapture #creativevibes #wrightsvillebeach #wilmingtonnc @tjdrechselphotography @tjdrechselphotographyre @tjdrechselphotographyweddings @capefearlivingmagazine @ourstatemag @thingstodowilmington @wrightsvillenc
When was the last time you had updated marketing done for your business? I offer an easy process to fill up your social and marketing content so you can push your business. Reach out and let’s set up a session!⠀⠀⠀
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#businessmarketing #headshotsession #headshots #lifestylephotography #builder #design #wrightsvillebeach #coastal #wilmingtonnc #marketing #sales #realtor #realestate #buy #sell #vision #build #wilmingtonncphotographer #realestatephotographer #nc #ncphotographer #wilmingtonphotographer @tjdrechselphotographyre
I get to freeze time for my clients and hand their memories back to them to cherish for a lifetime!
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I’m T.J. Drechsel. Owner and operator of Drechsel Photography. I try to on an annual basis book a session that helps me update my own business marketing, a couples session with my wonderful woman and a session with my amazing daughter. Yes it takes a little effort but honestly it is one of the simplest ways to help slow time. I have wonderful memories to look back on from different chapters of life. Take a few minutes to line-up these sessions for your life. Your future self will thank you for them! If I can help reach out to me! Cheers!
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@tjdrechselphotography @tjdrechselphotographyweddings @tjdrechselphotographyre ⠀⠀⠀
#ncphotographer #passion #legacy #brand #drechselphotography #introduction #life #love #photographer #profile #wilmigntonnc #photoshoot #fashion #lifestyleshoot #wrightsvillebeach #travelphotographer #document-life #freezetime
@canonusa
Footage of the @beaurivagegolf @thetownhomesatbeaurivage for @masonbororealty! Talk about a beautiful view! @tjdrechselphotography
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#businessmarketing #headshotsession #headshots #lifestylephotography #builder #design #wrightsvillebeach #coastal #wilmingtonnc #marketing #sales #realtor #realestate #buy #sell #vision #build #wrightsvillebeachphotographer #wilmingtonncphotographer #realestatephotographer #nc
#ncphotographer #wilmingtonphotographer @tjdrechselphotographyre
Famiy memories. Always capture them. As the chapters of life continue to fly by we all cherish the times we are together!
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#familysessions #maternity #newaddition
#lifechapters #carolinabeach #wilmington #landfall #wrightsvillebeach #photoshoot #ncphotographer #capturinglife #stagesoflife #familyphotographer #familyphotography #familyphotos #familyphotoshoot #lifestylephotography #familysession #familyportraits
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Great session with this team getting some updated headshots and marketing! Check em out! @pettigettypllc @portcityattorney⠀⠀⠀
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#businessmarketing #headshotsession #headshots #lifestylephotography #builder #design #wrightsvillebeach #coastal #wilmingtonnc #marketing #sales #realtor #realestate #buy #sell #vision #build #wrightsvillebeachphotographer #wilmingtonncphotographer #realestatephotographer #nc
#ncphotographer #wilmingtonphotographer @tjdrechselphotographyre