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A Cincinnati wedding photographer
welcome to rachel elyse photography
for couples who want to feel fully present on their wedding day
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Photography, for me, has always been about bringing light into the world — not by forcing perfection, but by honoring the beauty that already exists. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, I document weddings with the belief that they are made up of more than just the big moments; they live in the quiet glances, the deep breaths, the laughter, and the way it all feels when you’re fully present with the people you love most.
My approach is rooted in connection. When you feel comfortable and cared for, your photos naturally become more honest, emotional, and meaningful.
I'm Rachel
FEATURING DIGITAL, 35MM FILM, SUPER 8
Kind words from Cincinnati & Dayton couples
ALLISON & CALEB
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''She made us feel comfortable, and we’re so grateful to remember our big days with such beautiful snapshots.''
01/04
Do yourself a favor and hire Rachel right now! We were lucky enough to have Rachel for not one, but both of our weddings. She does a phenomenal job. She makes you feel comfortable which was so important for us. Our wedding pictures are stunning and we are so grateful to be able to remember our big days with such beautiful snapshots.
haley & Mike
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02/04
''She is so personal, warm and friendly and is more than willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. We were so lucky to have her for ours! "
Rachel is not only a wonderful photographer that captured so many unforgettable moments during our special day, but she was there every step of the way as an extra layer of support through the wedding process.
Micaela & Josiah
''We were super nervous, but she made us feel so at ease and comfortable and our pictures turned out beautiful.''
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I really appreciate how your images feel authentic to the actual wedding day. The colors pop beautifully without feeling over-filtered, making the photos feel like a genuine reflection of what the day truly looked and felt like.
03/04
SARA & ZACH
"We were so lucky to have you there capturing our wedding day."
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Thank you so much for everything you did on our wedding day! Zach and I were so lucky to have you capturing our moments. I can’t imagine the work it takes to be an awesome mom and kicking butt as a photographer, but you seem to be crushing both.
04/04
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I take on a limited number of weddings each year so every couple receives a deeply personal experience. If we’re a good fit, I’ll be in touch soon with next steps and availability.
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