Congrats on your engagement! It's such an exciting time for you! The planning has begun and you're searching for a wedding photographer that can create a comfortable experience because you know that's so essential to capturing genuine moments and ensuring you feel at ease.
I understand where you're at. I've worked with over 120+ couples in exactly your position over 6+ years. My extensive experience shooting weddings throughout Virginia and beyond has helped me to empathize and understand my clients' emotions which is SO helpful to ensuring a more personalized, comfortable, and thoughtful approach.
From the beginning I’ll create a detailed plan that outlines every aspect of working together. This includes timelines, special requests, and any important moments you want focus on. You can rest assured that every step of the day has been expertly thought out for you. The day begins with you surrounded by your closest friends and family, sharing laughter and excitement as you get ready. Your dress hangs gracefully, surrounded by soft, natural light as I take photos of it. As you walk down the aisle, your partner's eyes light up and it's all you see as you take each step. You seal your vows with a tender kiss and move on to your joyous reception filled with laughter, dancing, and amazing food. All the while you are creating an array of candid, special moments being captured by me behind the scenes. What a wonderful day.
From drawing on the walls in my parents house (sorry momma and daddy!), to taking drawing/portrait lessons from age eight into college, to learning the technical aspect of photography and light, I have always been an artist. I started shooting weddings because there is no greater story than a love story. Each one is unique, full of character and special memories, and is worthy of documenting in the most authentic way. With a servant's heart my goal for every wedding is for you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, being yourselves so that I can capture each and every candid "you" moment. Being a wedding photographer is the ultimate culmination of my creative interests, and serving amazing couples on their wedding days is such an honor.
I highly recommend J St.Clair Photography. Jackie's eye is amazing. She captures all the special moments. She even has the ability to be stealth and during our ceremony, I didn't see her, but she captured all our special moments and honest expressions. Our engagement photos and our wedding photos by Jackie are simply perfect!
Jackie is absolutely wonderful. She’s easy to work with and takes AMAZING photos. I would recommend her over and over again.
I am truly honored to be considered as your wedding photographer. Capturing the joy, love, and precious moments of your special day is a privilege I hold in the highest regard. Your wedding is a unique story waiting to be told through the lens, and I am dedicated to preserving these memories with the utmost care and creativity. Thank you for entrusting me with this significant role in your celebration.