- A day planned around what you want to do, AND no hiccups
- To ditch the "normal", bland, gendered traditions
- Artful photos to hang in a gallery
- Photos with genuine emotion
- Candids of your favorite people
- To look back and wish you could relive it again & again
You're wanting to celebrate with your favorite people.
But you want to do it your way.
- An expert in lesson plans-I mean event plans
- Someone who will advocate for your nontraditional ideas
- An artist who notices the sentimental details
- A friend to fix your hair, pick up flowers, or help you step into the moment
- A professional who loves on your guests like they are her own family
What you're looking for:
All love is welcome & celebrated here.
Rachael Marie Photography values inclusivity and will never discriminate against your gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, body type, or abilities. You are wonderful, beautiful, and loved here.
The Morton Arboretum
Camp Tuckabatchee
Real Wedding Days
Live vicariously & get inspired through these past wedding days.
Ravisloe Country Club
Three Pines Petersburg
Seneca's Oak Ridge Golf Club
Kennedy Estate
The Process
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Fill out the contact form here.
Sign contract & pay retainer.
We iron out the details for your day.
Your dream day, documented forever.
The Process
1.
4.
2.
3.
Fill out the contact form here.
Sign contract & pay retainer.
We iron out the details for your day.
Your dream day, documented forever.
3-5 hour intimate weddings start at 2300
7-10 hour wedding days start at 4000
- Customizable coverage
- 24/7 access to me
- Engagement session
- Timeline cosultation
- Mood board creation
- Personalized couples playlist
- High resolution images
- Free downloads for you + guests
- Professional print shop access
- Available nationwide and beyond
please inquire for all packages
Pricing for Wedding Days
every wedding is different- share you vision and let's make it happen
PLAN MY DAY ASAP
You'll get a preview within 48 hours of your day! And fun fact-it's always more than 5 images.
Full wedding day galleries are delivered within 6-8 weeks of your wedding- always. You'll sign a contract to guarantee that.
When do we get our photos back?
Yes yes! I mostly serve Central IL, the Chicago area, and St. Louis area. but I've traveled to San Diego, Seattle, San Antonio for weddings, as well as Indiana, Tennessee, and Missouri. Help me get there, & I'll document your day.
Do you travel for weddings & elopements?
Absolutely! Once the 30% nonrefundable retainer is down to reserve your date, we can split up the remaining balance into multiple payments at no extra cost to you.
Do you offer payment plans?
Oh for sure! Your photographer is a huge part of your day- they play a big role in how comfortable and natural you feel in front of the camera.
Please note that I do not save wedding dates until the wedding contract is signed and the 30% nonrefundable retainer is paid.
Can we book an engagement session before booking the wedding?
WEDDING EDITION
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Kenny + bwayisak
Her attention to detail, creativity, and genuine care for us made all the difference. The photos she took are more than just images, they’re memories filled with emotion, and she helped us create those moments we’ll cherish forever.
If you’re looking for someone who will go the extra mile and treat your special day with the love, kindness and care it deserves, Rachael is the one.
"She went the extra mile."
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AUndie + TOry
She was so invested to make sure our day was as special as couple with a full ledge wedding and reception.
She really was able to capture our vision for our style but also our genuine and deep love for each other. Rachael's photography skills are incredible and what a bonus that she's probably the most kind and genuine person my husband and I have ever met."
"She was invested in us + our day."
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Tyler + Taylor
She wore many different hats for our day (DJ, hairdresser, and family wrangler lol). The consultations we had with her before our wedding were detailed and helped us consider how we wanted our day to feel. She has such a great personality and helped us relax and made us laugh.
Her personality and presence feels like a warm hug, that's the best way I can describe working with her!
"A truly personalized experience."
