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gillette portrait arts is the collective creative vision of owner raye gillette-whaley and associate kristie cooper that began in 2004. in february of 2009 - we opened our storefront studio in historic downtown snow hill, maryland. our style is a perfect blend of artistry, creativity and spontaneity. at gillette portrait arts, it's the relationships that we form with our clients that is the icing on the cake of an already amazing job - we have the privilege of documenting once in a lifetime experiences, and we treat each session with the importance and respect that such a responsibility demands - but we also have a great time! what's more fun than chasing a toddler around the dunes at the beach? more intimate than observing the exchanging of vows between husband and wife? more exciting than catching the joy of a teenager in their last year of high school? more filled with joy and anticipation than a woman soon to become a mother? these are huge moments and we are so honored and excited to be a part of it!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Engagement Shoot
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Prints

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
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of gillette portrait arts

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Tiffanie Sent on 11/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Raye rocks! All my nerves were in an uproar.. what to wear... make up questions, posed vs natural... she made us feel like old friends and the rest came naturally after that! We had so much fun at our e-session! Can't wait to hang out again at our big day!
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User1939298 Sent on 09/30/2014
5 out of 5 rating
We don't even actually have our pictures back yet since our wedding was just this past weekend, but Raye & the assistant Kristie, were both amazing. They were super easy to work with, everything felt relatively natural, and they were actually very supportive. It felt more like buddies helping us out with the pictures than a professional pair of photographers and I KNOW that lightened our moods and probably improved the quality of the pictures all around. They have both posted a few sneak peak images that we have loved as well.
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Jessica Sent on 02/06/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Raye was a delight to work with! I am very happy with all of the photos that she took of our wedding AND our engagement session photos as well. My husband and I have used her photography services since the wedding for Christmas card pictures too! Raye feels more like a friend than anything else. I highly reccomend Gillette Portrait Arts. You won't be disappointed.
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Awards

35
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Encore Events by Angie Gillis Encore Events by Angie Gillis Wedding Florists

Working with Gillette Portrait is nothing less than working with an artist. She is so very unique and gives 100 percent to her clients. She will create a magical canvas of photos for you to treasure for many years to come. Great choice for your special day no doubt.. Angie of Encore Events by Angie Gillis

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Raye's creative style in photography is awesome! I love her work so much I had her do my son's senior portraits and was not disappointed. I recommend her to all my brides and friends, she has a great personality and gets to know each of her clients. Always professional and friendly, you will love her work!!!!!

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gillette portrait arts frequently asked questions

gillette portrait arts includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Prints
gillette portrait arts 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
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
gillette portrait arts offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
gillette portrait arts offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
gillette portrait arts offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
gillette portrait arts is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in flexibility, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.

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