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Valparaiso, Indiana is home to Essential Photography, a business dedicated to the art of preserving magical wedding memories through still images. Sara Rise is the proud owner of this thriving enterprise. Her passion and talent for life behind the camera lens can be noticed in her unique and distinctive style - classically romantic yet natural in aesthetic. Sara thrives to rise to the occasion, dedicating herself to capturing those moments that truly matter.

Services Offered

Essential Photography offers a selection of wedding packages that can accommodate a wide range of budgets and needs. Regardless of the chosen collection, engagement photoshoots, at least five hours of wedding day coverage, and an online gallery with 100s of images are guaranteed. Furthermore, a myriad of physical keepsake items can be arranged post-wedding with options including but not limited to:

  • Wedding photo album
  • Canvases
  • Flush mounts
  • Matted and enlarged prints
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,000

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
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Reviews of Essential Photography

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Paulina T. Sent on 03/23/2021
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amazing experience with Sara

I recommend to everyone who is planning a wedding to hire their services if you want to be extremely happy like we were. She is an artist the way your picture are taking and also the memories she create. I love all my pictures, lastly and not less important. She guide you to take the best image and very responsible with time.
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Colleen G. Sent on 03/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Creative Photographer

Sara was excellent to work with. She is very patient, knowledgeable, and creative.
She was a lot of fun and made everyone feel comfortable.
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