weddings
Richmond, Virginia based Wedding Photographers for Couples Who Care About the Experience as Much as the Photos
Michael Laura
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A WEDDING EXPERIENCE THAT feels AS GOOD AS IT LOOKS
As husband-and-wife wedding photographers based in Richmond, Virginia, we document weddings with a steady, thoughtful approach, balancing timeless portraits with the real, in-between moments that make the day feel like yours. We’ll guide you when you need direction, step back when you don’t, and make sure the entire experience feels easy from start to finish.
xo,
Michael & Laura
We’re drawn to true-to-life color, natural light, and compositions that won’t feel dated ten years from now. Portraits are guided without feeling stiff. We balance classic portraits with the in between moments, so your gallery reflects not just how everything looked, but how it felt.
style
We take the time to understand what matters most to you and build a thoughtful timeline, for both portraits and unplanned moments. On the day, we guide when needed and step back when it’s not. The goal is you feel taken care of, never rushed, and fully present while we document it all.
approach
Our clients care about portraits, but don't want to miss cocktail hour. They trusts their vendors and value timeless over trendy. They want direction without being overly posed.
clients
We’re drawn to true-to-life color, natural light, and compositions that won’t feel dated ten years from now. We'll guide you with posing that doesn't feel stiff, so your gallery reflects not just how everything looked, but how it felt.
We take the time to understand what matters most to you. On the day, we guide when needed and step back when it’s not. The goal is you feel taken care of, never rushed, and fully present while we document it all.
Our clients care about portraits, but don't want to miss cocktail hour. They trusts their vendors and value timeless over trendy. They want direction without being overly posed.
"What Michael and Laura captured so wonderfully is the pure joy of the day; not just the beautiful posed shots but the feel of the day."
-Angela + Daniel
- Wedding day coverage (8+ hours)
- Engagement Session
- Two shooters
- High-resolution digital gallery
- Online print shop access
- Planning Support
average investment $7200
investment
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wedding day coverage
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investment
engagement session
gallery
average investment $7200
planning support
- Wedding day coverage (8+ hours)
- Engagement Session
- Two shooters
- High-resolution digital gallery
- Online print shop access
average investment $7200
investment
request proposal
wedding
A dedicated session for just you and your gown. Bridal portraits allow us to create timeless, relaxed images without the pace of a wedding day timeline.
Bridals
Additional Hourly coverage
dinner
Rehearsal dinner coverage captures the toasts, hugs, and anticipation before the wedding day begins. We love this time of your closest friends and family members gathering.
Rehearsal Dinner
Additional Hourly coverage
dinner
Your wedding album is the first family heirloom you’ll create together. Designed in-house and printed on archival materials, it’s meant to be held, shared, and passed down.
Albums
Additional Hourly coverage
dinner
For extended celebrations or multi-location timelines you have the option to add hours onto any package you choose. Best of all, this can be added on at any time.
Additional Hourly Coverage
Additional Hourly coverage
dinner
Digital files are convenient, but prints are lasting. We offer custom save the dates, thank you cards, and fine art prints through your gallery to help your images live beyond a screen.
Cards & Prints
Additional Hourly coverage
dinner
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the legacy album
Your wedding album is the first family heirloom you’ll create together. Designed in-house and printed on archival materials, it’s meant to last for generations, not sit in a cloud folder.
heirloom
the legacy album
Our legacy albums are crafted with images printed directly onto the pages and covers wrapped with top quality linen or leather. This is the perfect ending to the wedding experience and is a keepsake you’ll be showing to your children and grandchildren one day!
We also offer parent albums as the perfect gift, as well as guestbook albums featuring your engagement photos.
heirloom
couples choice
upper shirley vineyards
A bright spring wedding at the beautiful Upper Shirley Vineyard on the James River Waterfront, featuring timeless portraits, refined details, and a joyful celebration with a live band for an epic wedding experience.
Featured Weddings
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Bluemont Wedding
Leigh and Mike’s The View at Bluemont Virginia wedding combined mountain views, soft sunset light, and heartfelt family moments in the most beautiful and timeless way.
Featured Weddings
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VMFA Richmond wedding
Their ceremony at the beautiful University of Richmond Chapel was followed by a stunning VMFA atrium wedding reception at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in the historic Fan district in Richmond.
Featured Weddings
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The Foundry at Tredegar Wedding
Abby and Jack’s spring wedding at Tredegar Iron Works in downtown Richmond was the perfect mix of classic style and an incredible celebration. Their day highlighted everything we love about Tredegar weddings in Richmond, Virginia.
Featured Weddings
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"We were nervous to get in front of the camera, but Michael and Laura immediately put us at ease."
-Marnie + Kevin
Market at Grelen Wedding
They were so organized and incredible to work with from the second we reached out. Our family and friends are still talking about how much they loved Michael and Laura.
"Their ability to see and use a space with such a creative, artistic eye is truly incredible."
- Shannon + Taylor
Fleetwood Farm Winery Wedding
That’s what makes Michael and Laura so unique: they see things you don’t even realize you want until you see the final result. They were incredibly organized and on top of our tight timeline. Because of them, all of our photos were completed before the ceremony, which allowed us to enjoy cocktail hour with our guests.
“They know how to put you at ease and make everyone smile, laugh and have fun in front of the camera.”
- Sarah + Austin
Amber Grove, Richmond Wedding
They simply become part of the celebration without being intrusive in any way. They are the photographers you need for any and all events!
Engagement sessions are where we get to know each other.
By the time your wedding day arrives, being in front of our cameras won’t feel new. It’ll feel easy. That familiarity is what allows you to relax.. and that’s when the best images happen.
We include engagement sessions in all of our wedding collections. It’s not just about having photos for save-the-dates (although you’ll get those too). You learn how we guide, we learn how you naturally interact, and you get comfortable in front of the camera.
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The wedding day passes quickly. Your album is what remains. After you receive your full gallery will work on your album design. Your first family heirloom. Laura will create an initial design and you'll have the opportunity to make comments and edits until it's exactly what you want.
Legacy
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the experience
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Let's make sure we're a good fit. We'll set up a video chat so we can talk through your vision, venue, priorities, and timeline. We'll also answer any questions you may have.
After our chat, we will send over a quote and contract. Once we're official, a client portal will be sent to you so all your information is stored in one convenient place.
booking
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Comfort Changes Everything. We'll help you plan everything: location, time, wardrobe. You'll learn how we direct, and leave feeling confident in front of the camera.
Engagement session
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We will check in with you throughout your planning process and provide you with helpful resources to make it as simple and fun as possible: the perfect timeline, family photo lists, vendor suggestions, whatever you need.
planning support
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Before the wedding day we will set up a quick video chat with you to answer questions and review your timeline and questionnaire so we are set to go for the wedding day!
final prep
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On the wedding day, we divide so coverage is seamless from the start. We follow the timeline we built together, guide you during portraits, and step back when appropriate. Our role is to keep things moving without making it feel rushed so you can stay present while we document it all.
the wedding day
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We will post a sneak peek within 24 hours, the blog post in 2 weeks, and deliver your full online gallery within a month. Your online gallery includes high-resolution downloads + print release.
Images + album
Initial Call
The Process
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Let's make sure we're a good fit. We'll set up a video chat so we can talk through your vision, venue, priorities, and timeline. We'll also answer any questions you may have.
Initial Call
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booking
After our chat, we will send over a quote and contract. Once we're official, a client portal will be sent to you so all your information is stored in one convenient place.
3
Comfort Changes Everything. We'll help you plan everything: location, time, wardrobe. You'll learn how we direct, and leave feeling confident in front of the camera.
Engagement session
4
We will check in with you throughout your planning process and provide you with helpful resources to make it as simple and fun as possible: the perfect timeline, family photo lists, vendor suggestions, whatever you need.
planning support
5
Before the wedding day we will set up a quick video chat with you to answer questions and review your timeline and questionnaire so we are set to go for the wedding day!
final prep
6
On the wedding day, we divide so coverage is seamless from the start. We follow the timeline we built together, guide you during portraits, and step back when appropriate. Our role is to keep things moving without making it feel rushed so you can stay present while we document it all.
the wedding day
7
We will post a sneak peek within 24 hours, the blog post in 2 weeks, and deliver your full online gallery within a month. Your online gallery includes high-resolution downloads + print release.
Images + album
8
The wedding day passes quickly. Your album is what remains. After you receive your full gallery will work on your album design. Your first family heirloom. Laura will create an initial design and you'll have the opportunity to make comments and edits until it's exactly what you want.
legacy
wedding playlist
Grab our Spotify playlists for every part of the wedding day - from getting ready to the honeymoon.
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style guides
Download our style guide to help you plan the perfect outfit for your portrait session.
packing checklist
Download our list of the most commonly forgotten wedding day planning details.
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Questions
frequently asked
Q. Will you be the one photographing our wedding?
Yes, we both of us shoot your day personally. We don’t send associates. You’ll work with the photographers you hired and connected with.
Q. Can we customize coverage or add extra hours?
Absolutely! We offer flexible add-ons like rehearsal dinner coverage, welcome party coverage, and more.
Q. Do you offer albums or print products?
Yes! We craft heirloom albums and offer parent albums, guestbooks, and professional prints, all designed to last for generations.
Q. What makes you different that other photographers?
We strive to create an experience where you feel loved, well served, and taken care of every step of the way. We want to show up on the wedding day feeling like good friends, not just vendors. We want you to feel comfortable and have fun throughout our entire time together.
Q. How many photos will we receive?
We generally deliver about 100 edited images per hour of coverage, carefully curated for quality and storytelling.
Q. Can we see a full wedding gallery (not just highlights)?
Absolutely! In fact, we share a few full galleries with every inquiry we receive. It's important to us you see everything - not just the highlight reel.
Q. What if it rains / we have low light / unexpected schedule changes?
We've been doing this for 15 years and have see it all - trust us, we're ready for whatever happens.
let's do this
No pressure, friend. Booking a wedding photographer is a HUGE decision. We get it. But if you'd like to chat it out and see if we are a good fit, shoot us a message. We'd love to hear from you.
