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.
Yorktown & Williamsburg Virginia Wedding Photographer
The best photographs happen when you're simply enjoying your day.
My goal is to help you feel comfortable enough to be fully present while I document the moments you'll want to remember for years to come.
Based in Yorktown and Williamsburg, I photograph weddings throughout Hampton Roads, working frequently at The Maine of Williamsburg as well as historic estates, waterfront venues, gardens, art museums, and intimate celebrations.
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Featured Wedding Highlights
my approach
Some photographs become the ones you hang on your walls. Others become the ones that instantly take you back to the laughter, happy tears, and moments you never want to forget. I believe every wedding gallery should include both.
Creating heirloom images that feel like
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PORTRAITS
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TRAVEL
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.
Fine-Art & Documentary Wedding Photography
Your wedding experience, from inquiry to gallery:
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Getting Started
After you submit the contact form below, I'll send over my wedding services guide with more information about my collections. From there, we'll schedule a time to chat about your wedding plans, answer any questions you have, and talk through what matters most to you. I can't wait to hear all about your day!
Reserve Your Date!
After our call, I'll follow up with everything we discussed, including your custom wedding photography proposal.
To reserve your wedding date, simply review your proposal, sign the contract, and submit the retainer. Once everything is complete, your date will be officially reserved!
From there, I'll send over my wedding guide filled with timeline tips, engagement session planning, vendor recommendations, and other helpful resources to support you throughout the planning process. I'm always just an email away if you need anything!
Your Engagement Session
If your collection includes an engagement session, this is where the fun begins! We'll choose a location together, create beautiful photographs you'll love, and spend time getting comfortable working together before your wedding day. By the time your wedding arrives, you'll already know exactly what to expect, making the entire experience feel relaxed and effortless.
Final Details
As we approach your wedding day, I'll ask that your completed wedding questionnaire be completed about two weeks before the big day. Your questionnaire helps me gather all of the important details, including your family photo list, special moments, heirloom items, and everything else I need to know before your wedding day.
Using your completed questionnaire, your coordinator's timeline, and everything we discuss during our final call, I'll create a custom photography timeline tailored specifically to your wedding day.
We'll review everything together during our final call, answer any last-minute questions, and make any final adjustments before your wedding.
Your Wedding Day!
It's finally here - your wedding day! From the excitement of getting ready to the celebration on the dance floor, I'll be there to document your day as it naturally unfolds.
Throughout the day, I'll guide you through portraits with a relaxed, comfortable approach, helping you look and feel your best while also capturing the genuine, unscripted moments in between. My goal is to help you feel present, cared for, and able to soak in every moment while I preserve the memories you'll look back on for years to come.
If you need anything throughout the day - whether it's fluffing your dress, fixing your veil, keeping us on schedule, or simply lending a hand - I'm always happy to help.
Gallery Delivery & Keepsakes
The celebration doesn't end when your wedding day does! Soon after your wedding, I'll share a preview post so you can relive your day and share a few favorite moments with family and friends.
Within one week, you'll receive a preview gallery with at least 25 hand-edited images to enjoy while I carefully edit the rest of your wedding gallery.
Your complete gallery will be delivered within 90 days and includes all of your hand-edited, high-resolution images available to download, share, and print. You'll receive a minimum of 60 images per hour of coverage, though most galleries include much more!
From your gallery, you'll have the option to order professional prints, heirloom albums, wall art, and other keepsakes designed to preserve your memories for generations.
featured galleries:
View a recent gallery from a beautiful wedding at The Maine of Williamsburg
A timeless bridal portrait session in Colonial Williamsburg
Wedding Photography Collections
Capturing the romance & Celebration
My most popular collection includes 8 hours of wedding day coverage and is designed to help you be fully present while I thoughtfully document every part of your day. From personalized planning and timeline creation to your final gallery delivery, I'll be with you every step of the way.
Every wedding is different, so if 8 hours isn't the best fit for your day, I'd be happy to help you choose the collection that's right for you.
Additional collections are also available
Please inquire below for details on all options
STARTS AT
the 8 hour collection
$3,500
why couples love working with me:
Personalized guidance from inquiry to gallery
Preview photos to relive your celebration soon after your wedding
Custom photography timeline for every couple
Hand-edited images & heirloom-quality keepsakes
Next Review
kind words from our clients
"So
amazing"
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.
kind words from our clients
"...Big moments
in my life"
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!!
kind words from our clients
"Stunning
photos"
Rachael and Tyler were so easy to work with. Top notch professionalism and stunning photos. We can’t wait to work with them again!
kind words from our clients
"A lifetime of
memories"
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.
kind words from our clients
"Effortless &
fun!"
Amazing photos done by a professional! Rachael and her team made the whole event effortless and fun! Thank you Rachael Reid Photography and team!
CONTACT
rachael.reid.photography@gmail.com
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The best way to reach me is through the form below or directly by email.
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!
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