Yorktown & Williamsburg Virginia Wedding Photographer Creating Timeless, Honest Imagery
I photograph weddings in Yorktown, Williamsburg, and throughout coastal Virginia with a calm presence and an artistic approach. creating timeless images filled with real connection and heartfelt detail.
Welcome!
I'm Rachael!
I’m a wedding photographer based in Yorktown & Williamsburg, Virginia, and I’d love to capture the memories of your wedding day.
I photograph weddings primarily in Yorktown and Williamsburg and work frequently at The Maine of Williamsburg, while also serving couples throughout Hampton Roads, Virginia at historic estates, waterfront and garden venues, art museums, and intimate ceremonies.
Keep scrolling to learn what you'll get when we work together:
Creating heirloom images that feel like
I believe in capturing the unique love between my couples.
I strive for timeless elegance which you can enjoy looking back on for years to come!
Fine-Art & Documentary Wedding Photography
My work falls between fine-art and documentary style, always true to life and true to color. With a formal education in fine art and art education, my work is grounded in strong composition, beautiful light, and thoughtful storytelling.
Take a look at the process:
After you submit the contact form below, I'll send over an email with my wedding services guide. I'd love to set up a call soon afterwards to chat! I want to hear all of the details and learn what you're excited for in your wedding planning, as well as get to know you as a couple! I know every couple is different, so I want to know what is important to you in your wedding day experience so I can best serve you!
We get to know each other
After our call, I'll follow up via email with the details we discussed for your wedding photography package.
To book, you'll review everything, sign the contract, pay the retainer, and you'll officially be locked in for your date!
At that point I'll send you my wedding guide! This detailed resource includes helpful tips for your timeline, vendor recommendations, an engagement session guide, and any other resources we've discussed to help you in your planning. I'm here for you!
we make it official
I love to offer an engagement session with my wedding packages! We will work together to decide on the perfect location for your photos. At your session, of course we will capture some gorgeous photos, but we will also be spending that hour getting to know each other, get comfortable working together, and to allow the two of you time in front of the camera with no stress! The other bonus is you'll now have some beautiful photos which you can use for save-the-dates, your wedding guest book, or to display at your reception!
View a recent engagement session here!
it's engagement session time!
As you're finalizing the details of your wedding day, I'll ask you to send me your completed questionnaire about two weeks before the big day. This way I can review the special details - your timeline, family photo lists, special moments, family heirlooms, and more - everything I need to know to tell the story of your day! If you need help with any final details I'm here for you!
I also love to offer to set up one final call or FaceTime with my couples to go over any final questions we may have!
final details
It's time for your wedding!! I'll arrive early to scope out great spots for photos. I'll begin by capturing the special details in a documentary style, then flow into getting ready photos, first looks, and any other special photos we've planned to tell the story of your day. Throughout the day, I will be making sure you look amazing! Whether it is guidance for posed portraits or prompts to add some movement, I will also be focused on capturing your wedding as the moments unfold. Anything you need - just ask! We want to make this the best day ever! And if you need anyone to join you in dancing at your reception - I'm your girl ;)
it's party time!
Within 24 hours of the wedding I'll share some sneak peeks! You can use these to share the excitement of your day online.
Within 90 days, you will receive a personalized gallery from which you can view all of your hand-edited, high-quality photos and you can download and share with your friends and family. You can expect 60 photos per hour (though it usually ends up being much more!)
From your gallery you can easily order professional prints, gallery-wrapped canvases, and more!
I also love to design wedding albums! You will select your favorite style options and I'll design a beautiful heirloom for you that you can pass down for generations.
Sneak peeks & Gallery delivery
$3,500
the 8 hour wedding photography package as described above
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Custom packages are also available
Please inquire below for more details on all options
Wedding Investment
Your wedding photos are worth investing in. After the party is over, the cake is eaten, and the dancing is done, your photos are what you have to look back on and enjoy the memories of your day for years to come!
not only are you investing in someone who has years of experience, gear, etc. You're also investing in someone who cares deeply about capturing your memories and making sure you have the best day ever!
The details on my most popular wedding photography package:
I offer a full day of wedding coverage, 8 hours. This will include photos of you all getting ready, details, the ceremony, portraits of the couple (including a first look if you’d like, which makes for some fantastic photos!), posed family portraits, reception, first dances, cake cutting, and all the special moments in-between.
does your day look different?
I'm happy to work with you to build a custom package!
I'll share a preview of your wedding day photos within 24 hours!
You will receive your own beautiful online gallery where you can order prints, canvases, and even albums.
We'll get to work together before the big day during your included engagement session.
package Highlights:
Ask me about adding film photography coverage!
Add an air of nostalgia and magic to your gallery
my photographic style
Life is SO precious, and having the honor of capturing your memories is something I truly value.
My photographic style is a fusion of fine-art and documentary photography.
I love guiding my clients with prompts (not stiff poses!) to create natural,
true-to-life images that feel like you.
I want your gallery to be filled with wall-worthy images. A mix of beautiful, fine-art portraiture as well as raw, natural moments. Your true smiles and genuine laughter.
I also love incorporating my passion of shooting film! I shoot on a classic leica camera from the 1950s and love when my clients choose to include film coverage! It's such a magical, nostalgic medium i could talk about all day.
Can we create a custom package?
Yes! Just mention this when you fill out the form below & I'll get in touch! I'd love to schedule a 20 minute call with you! On your call, we will talk about your wedding day plans & what you are looking for in your wedding photography experience, We'll work together to easily create the best package that works for your unique day.
Frequently asked questions
Where are you based and do you travel?
I'm based in Yorktown and Williamsburg, Virginia and I love to travel!! If it works with our schedule, I'd love to come to you to capture your event - let's chat!
Frequently asked questions
How many photos will we receive?
You can expect an average of about 100 images per hour of coverage. Every wedding is different, so I don’t place a strict cap on the number of photos delivered. Your final gallery will reflect the flow of your celebration, the events you’ve planned, and the total hours of coverage. During the planning process, I’ll walk through all of the important moments with you so nothing meaningful is missed.
Frequently asked questions
How and when will we receive our photos?
I know you will want to see your photos as soon as possible. This is why I will share a preview of your photos within 24 hours! It is important to me that each photo is perfect - they are all edited by hand and will each be frame-worthy. Within 90 days, you'll receive an email from me with access to your gallery! Your custom gallery will contain all of your hand-edited photos and you can share it with friends & family. You can easily download photos to share & can also order prints & canvases direct from your gallery!
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer albums?
Yes! This is a part of photo curation I absolutely love! You can either choose to build this in to your package or we can add it on at any time. I'll send you my album guide where you can customize your book (covers, labeling, & more) and I'll have you select favorites from your gallery! I'll design your album using your selected photos & share a proof with you before we order. Your photos deserve to exist in a physical form. An album is an heirloom piece that you can pass down for generations to enjoy.
Frequently asked questions
Rachael and Tyler were so amazing at my wedding. They were very professional and handled working in the heat very well. I definitely will come back to her for future photos and recommended her to all my friends.
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Rachael is a very talented photographer. She has photographed lots of big moments in my life; engagement photos, multiple baby announcement photos and countless family photos over the years. I would highly recommend work with Rachael. You won’t be disappointed!!
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Rachael and Tyler were so easy to work with. Top notch professionalism and stunning photos. We can’t wait to work with them again!
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Rachael is amazing and does incredible work. She really made sure we had everything we wanted on our wedding day. Huge thank you to her and Tyler for giving us a lifetime of memories.
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Amazing photos done by a professional! Rachael and her team made the whole event effortless and fun! Thank you Rachael Reid Photography and team!
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I personally respond to all inquiries, so if you don’t hear back from me, please check your spam folder—or feel free to send me a follow-up email. I can’t wait to connect with you!
contact me directly
rachael.reid.photography@gmail.com
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