W hen I first meet with a couple, I don't see them the way other people might.
Some might think it's strange, to see them as 90 year olds . . . retired,
sitting on the porch, sipping coffee in the late afternoon shade. But I do. I see all of
the journeys they had along the way. The children, the birthdays and anniversaries,
the graduations, the grandchildren.
It may sound crazy, but this is my lens. Family. Posterity. The long-haul-kind-of-love.
The kind of love that brings out the very best in the other person, even when they
can't quite find it themselves. The kind of love that holds your hand when you're
nervous or afraid. The kind of love that makes you laugh when you think you will
never laugh again. The kind of love that doesn't fade with time.
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eI capture images that are timeless. They are created with the
deepest appreciation for all of your tomorrows. Your wedding
day isn't a single moment, isolated in time, but a beginning to
a long and beautiful adventure. The two of you, completely
different in a million ways and each carrying your own faults,
have found in one another a beautiful place to call home.
Your wedding day will go by so fast. You will spend countless
hours planning it and fretting over the details, then you blink
and it’s over. And while the details are an important part of
your day, so are the people and the moments and the memo-
ries. At it’s heart, my work is about just that .
It is about the way his hand finds the small of your back
whenever you are standing side by side. It is about the way
she peers up at you in adoration without you even being
aware. It is about the raw emotion on your parents’ faces as
they witness the beginning of what will become your own
family. And the way your grandparents quietly watch every
preparation, beaming with pride. It is about a celebration of
your love with family and friends. But mostly, my work is
about telling stories . In particular, love stories.
And it is my honor to witness the first chapter of what is to be
an incredible story.
xo Rachael
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3 6 0 0 / C O M P L E T E C O L L E C T I O N
• Two professional photographers.
• Complete wedding day photographic coverage
for up to 10 hours.
• Photographs presented in a gorgeous online
and interactive gallery.
• Ownership of high resolution digital negatives.
• Engagement session + storybook.
3 0 0 0 / S T A N D A R D C O L L E C T I O N
• Two professional photographers.
• Complete wedding day photographic coverage
for up to 8 hours.
• Photographs presented in a gorgeous online
and interactive gallery.
• Ownership of high resolution digital negatives.
4 2 0 0 / S I G N A T U R E C O L L E C T I O N
• Two professional photographers.
• Complete wedding day photographic coverage
for up to 12 hours.
• Photographs presented in a gorgeous online
and interactive gallery.
• Ownership of high resolution digital negatives.
• Engagement session + storybook.
• Twenty page 10x10 couple’s album.
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4 0 0 - 1 2 0 0 / A D D I T I O N A L O P T I O N S
• Additional hours, per hour (4 0 0 ).
• Ownership of hi-res digital negatives (1 2 0 0 ).
• Additional session | engagement, bridal,
day-after, boudoir (6 0 0 ).
• Twenty page 10x10 couple’s album (1 0 0 0 ).
• 5x5 parent’s album (5 0 0 ).
• 100 4x6 matte proofs in engraved wooden box
(6 0 0 ).
• Three 16x20 framed photographs (5 0 0 ).
* E X T R A / P L E A S E M A K E N O T E
Sales tax is applied to all collections as required
by law. Travel within Central Illinois is included,
however, there is an additional travel fee for
locations outside of Central Illinois. A retainer
and signed contract are required to secure your
date. Dates are on a first come, first served
bases. Prices are subject to change.
2 4 0 0 / A L A C A R T E C O L L E C T I O N
• One professional photographer.
• Complete wedding day photographic coverage
for up to 6 hours.
• Photographs presented in a gorgeous online
and interactive gallery.
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faq0 1 . H O W W O U L D Y O U D E S C R I B E Y O U R S T Y L E ?
The words most often used to describe my work are romantic, intimate
and authentic, full of emotion. I derive inspiration from so many differ-
ent places. Not only through other works of photography, but through
literature + paintings + sculpture + cinematography + music + stories…
And while I love the raw emotion of photojournalism and the seductive,
mysterious look of editorial photography, I also adore the airy lightness
of fine art work. I believe in romantic lighting, incredible backgrounds
and choosing locations very carefully. As far as my approach - I never
want to interrupt a moment and pose those situations that are already
so magical on their own. I prefer to listen, watch...quietly waiting for the
story to reveal itself. For the majority of the day, my goal is to be on the
sidelines, anticipating those fleeting moments. Though if necessary, I
am not afraid to shake things up a bit for better lighting or angles.
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H A V E S O M E T R A D I T I O N A L P O R T R A I T U R E . I S T H I S
S O M E T H I N G Y O U D O ? Of course, there is always room for
traditional portraiture at most weddings. Photographs with the bridal
party and bride + groom are designed to be very loose and fun, to show
off your personality. However, I recognize that even the most modern
brides still want the heirlooms that family portraiture creates. We will
typically spend about 20 to 45 minutes on posed photographs during a
typical 8-10 hour day.
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faq0 3 . D O Y O U S H O O T W I T H F I L M O R D I G I T A L? Both.
However, for the majority of my wedding work, I am 100 percent digital.
The creative latitude that digital gives is beyond compare. When I shoot,
I not only shoot for the moment, but have a clear vision of what the
finished image will look like. By shooting digitally, the possibilities are
limitless. That being said, I do usually bring some film along to each
wedding and photograph with it if time allows.
0 4 . A R E Y O U I N S U R E D ? Yes.
0 5 . D O Y O U H A V E A B A C K U P P L A N ? Of course! In fact,
I have several.
0 6 . W H A T A R E Y O U R T H O U G H T S O N A F I R S T
L O O K ? I highly recommend including one on your wedding day. One
of the biggest objections to having a first look is because the emotional
impact of the traditional moment you see each other for the first time
seems to feel grander. However, I have found throughout all of the
weddings I have photographed, that the opposite is true. The traditional
first look is generally filled with so much pressure, that an intimate
moment shared only between you and your love tends to bring out a
much broader range of emotions. Plus, choosing a first look enables you
to spend more time together on your wedding day, it allows us to create
a smoother timeline and as a result, you are more calm and relaxed, fully
able to enjoy your day. And you are able to get to your cocktail hour and
reception much sooner. But mostly, having a first look, allows us the
time and gorgeous lighting that we need to create the beautiful and
romantic images that are reflective of your wedding day.
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