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Rachel Absher is an award winning portrait and wedding photographer based out of Central Florida, Tampa, Orlando, and surrounding areas. She prefers to capture weddings naturally, in a photojournalistic style. Her photos combine classic black and whites and modern, vivid, color. She prides herself in her photojournalistic style with a fashion flare. Available for travel.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Proofs
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Rachel Absher Photography

Leah
Leah Sent on 10/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Family Photo Shoot!!

My family had an incredible time with Rachel at Bok Gardens last spring for a big family photo shoot! It was a bucket list item for our family while we were on a destination vacation together! We got beautiful photos of the whole family together, as well as individual pictures of all of our family units. The pictures with my parents, siblings, in-laws, nieces and nephews will be treasured forever! I was able to use one of the incredible photos as a head shot for my own business purposes, and a few of our individual family photos for holiday cards, and even put it on my bank debit card so I can see it all the time! I'm so grateful for the experience that we had with Rachel! She seamlessly gave each and every one of us - and our children - the attention we needed to create gorgeous photos that will be cherished forever! Thank you so much, Rachel!
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Raquel Sent on 12/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photos from our Wedding

Rachel is absolutely amazing! My husband and I could not be anymore happier with her capturing our special day! I have worked with Rachel before , but actually working with her in regards to my wedding she blew all our expectations out of the water. I honestly am trying to think of when I can hire Rachel again. If you are looking for photos to last a lifetime and really capture your day, hire Rachel. I promise you, you will not be disappointed!
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Jessie Sent on 04/02/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Rachel was absolutely outstanding and so easy to work with! Since my now husband and I do not live locally we had to communicate by phone and email, and never even got to meet until the BIG DAY. It didn't even matter though as I felt like I knew her already, and she knew exactly what we wanted. We love Rachel's style of photography, and can't wait to hang these beautiful memories of the best day ever 3-14-15 on our walls!
-Jessie and Joey Eberhard
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User2370277 Sent on 03/10/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Rachel was BY FAR the highlight of my entire wedding! From the bridal shower photos to the sparkler exit....she truly put 100% into making sure she captured the most amazing photos!! We did a first look so we had her for 12 FULL HOURS.....poor girl ;) But even at midnight she was still snapping photos like a champ!!! We were married at Bella Collina and her excitement over that venue was contagious....she kept saying "OH MY GOSH GUYS" as she took the photos! We had a videographer who also used a helicam so we were having to "recreate" many photo moments for them after she would take hers.....she never got aggravated and just went with the flow even with all the other people around trying to get a shot! You SERIOUSLY could not ask for a more professional, FUN, easy going, photographer!!! With everything else going on I just let her take the lead and from what I have seen so far......it was by far the best and easiest decision I made.....using her for our photos!!!!! Thank you Rachel!!!!!!
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User2012883 Sent on 01/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
You couldn't find a more personable photographer if you searched high and low across all of Florida. Rachel first captured our engagement session a little under a year out from the wedding. She was remarkable! I was nervous I would feel awkward at first, but Rachel does such a marvelous job at guiding you and keeping the atmosphere comfortable and fun. And don't even get me started on the quality of her shots! I want to blow up and frame every single one of them. We are currently anticipating the unveiling of our wedding photos, but in the mean time rejoicing that Rachel does maternity/newborn/family shoots as well so that we are able to hire her again. She isn't just your wedding photographer. She is your friend.
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Amber Sent on 04/23/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I don't even have words to describe how amazing Rachel is! She was hands down the best wedding vendor choice I made. From the very first time I contacted her, she made everything so easy. Anytime I had a question about anything during the process, she got back to me very quickly. She's clearly very knowledgeable and well versed with weddings so she always knew what to do. From the first time we met her, we trusted her instantly; I never once felt worried or unsure about her. She's so excited about what she does and her passion for it makes the whole experience so much fun! We only met her once before the wedding (we did an engagement session) and we felt like we'd known her forever. I must have told everyone I talked to before the wedding that I couldn't wait for them to meet Rachel :) The day of the wedding my Maid of Honor described her best- she said Rachel was like a little ninja, she was everywhere and no where all at once. As funny as that sounds, it's so incredibly accurate. Rachel was never distracting or in the way yet she was absolutely everywhere snapping away :) I had so many people- guests, family members, wedding party- comment on how great she was, always smiling and friendly.

I received my sneak peek of my wedding photos today and, despite having seen her work before, am still floored! They are STUNNING! I feel so fortunate to have such amazing photos to look back and forever remember this special day. I can't imagine not having used Rachel. I'm absolutely thrilled with her services on every level possible! Rachel will be our choice for every photo worthy life event to come :)
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Brittany Sent on 04/21/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Rachel did my engagements pictures & right then before I even seen them i knew i was going to book her for my wedding. She is not only talented but has a passion for photography that you don't come across very often which shows in her photos. Her photos are breathtaking & behind every photo is a story. I will always choose Rachel Absher for my photos :) Thanks again for capturing my special day, next photos will be maternity (awhile from now ) !! xoxo <3
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Felicia Sent on 05/20/2012
5 out of 5 rating
OMG Rachel is amazing. I still can't believe how good the pictures looked. I have never liked to take pictures but Rachel can take my picture anytime. When I looked at the pictures its like looking at models in magazines. She is the best around.
Tiffany
Tiffany Sent on 04/19/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Rachel was absolutely wonderful! I booked her at the last minute because my original choice was a disaster. I feel so blessed she was available. I believe she was meant to shoot my wedding because she was exactly what I was looking for. There are 3 VERY important people you should hire for your wedding:
1. a photographer (Rachel Absher),
2. a videographer (Tim Hicklin with Storybook Weddings).
3. a wedding coordinator (Angela Newell with Sunshine Celebrations),
The only keepsakes you will have after the wedding is over are the photos and the video. Your photographer should be fun, professional, creative, flexible, and enthusiastic. Rachel was all the above and much more. My pictures were very natural, contemporary, and absolutely beautiful. I felt like a movie star! She was all over the place and captured EVERYTHING. She was FUN, not intrusive. As a bride you miss some of the things in the beginning, but I did not feel like I missed out on anything after I got my pictures! My husband and I are very pleased and felt very blessed to have found Rachel! I will be using her for everything in the future. I highly recommend her!!
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Melanie Sent on 07/28/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Rachel was excellent! I had a blast doing the photo shoot with her. She really made it fun. Also, when it was time to get the products to us on short notice, she was able to manage getting it to us asap within 7 days. I will be using her in the future for everything!!!
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Awards

13
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Storybook Weddings Storybook Weddings Wedding Videographers

Rachel combines 2 characteristics that any vendor looks for when working together...professionalism and artistic ability....a plus is that she is also fun to work with.

The Manor on Lake Juliana The Manor on Lake Juliana Mansion Weddings

She captures magic each time she photographers at Town Manor on the Lake!

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Rachel Absher Photography frequently asked questions

Rachel Absher Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Rachel Absher Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Rachel Absher Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Rachel Absher Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
Rachel Absher Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
Rachel Absher Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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