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Karen Gage
Owner, Lead Photographer

I'm so glad you're here!

I'm a New York transplant who moved to Richmond, VA, in 2006 and began photographing professionally in a local portrait studio. Within a year, I was managing a successful franchise. A few months later, I was approached to teach high school photography and left the studio behind. ​In 2016, the side gig became a full-time career when I decided to dedicate myself to Karen Gage Photography. I am fortunate to work with several Richmond-area publications, pursuing creative and editorial photography, while also continuing to photograph weddings, portraits, and events.

I have an unhealthy love of Halloween, tacos, tropical plants, and dogs. My husband and daughter have supported me every step of the way and are the light and joy of my life.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

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

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

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

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

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

Reviews of Karen Gage Photography

Sadie
Sadie Sent on 12/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible

I could not be more happy and satisfied with my experience with K! One of the most important things to me when it came to remembering our big day was having great photos to look back on. Karen was so incredibly helpful when it came to creating amazing photos! My husband is SO awkward in front of cameras, but she did such a good job of making us feel comfortable and having a laugh during our sessions. She has great energy and charisma. Even getting the kids at our wedding to smile for photos! Karen will definitely be a staple for us when it comes to professional photos!
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Karyn Sent on 05/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Photographer Ever!!

We are so grateful to Karen for capturing this special day! She was easy to work with and fun, with such an eye for detail and creating photos that we will look back on for years and remember this special event!
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Pamela Sent on 08/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent photograher

Those who know quality photography will appreciate her work. She is head and shoulders above other wedding photographer.s. She puts people at ease. Very creative and quick
Adrienne
Adrienne Sent on 08/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

High Quality

As a trained studio photographer, I am picky when choosing my own photographer for special events or projects. Above all other photographers looked at, Karen Gage was the best. Her shots were not overly blown out in terms of exposure (how bright portraits are), she captures detail, she checks her work before continuing on to next shot (just so she has what she needs/bride needs) and she is so chill. The snippet of pictures she has sent to me since my wedding (2 days after), I am beyond pleased with the work. I am so excited to see all she captured.

Thank you Karen for everything! Look forward to working with you more in the future!

Adrienne Fiteni
Jillian
Jillian Sent on 01/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Karen is GREAT!

Karen did such a great job with our wedding! She went above and beyond and our pictures are beautiful!
Leslie
Leslie Sent on 01/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Karen is the best! We were so lucky to book her for our July wedding in Charlottesville. Karen is professional, hilarious and most importantly and stellar photographer. We could not be happier with the photos she captured of our wedding. She knew what to do, where to be and we are forever grateful for the beautiful work she did. If you’re lucky enough to book Karen for your wedding, you won’t be sorry! Thank you, Karen!
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Robbie Sent on 12/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Karen is awesome!

If the photographer is important to your fiance(e), know that when we left our meeting with Karen, my fiance was very impressed and wanted to book her right away. I did too, of course, but it was nice to have his approval as well!

Karen is an awesome photographer! She takes great candid shots and also tells you exactly how to pose to get the best pictures possible. She is very organized and always replied to me in a timely fashion...and I had a lot of questions! She went above and beyond what was required in the contract.

She rearranged her schedule when the weather did not cooperate so that I could have my bridal portraits at UVA.

If you want quality photos that capture the essence of your relationship and of your wedding day, hire Karen!

My husband and I have found our family photographer for all of those happy moments to come in our marriage.
Kimberly
Kimberly Sent on 01/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

Karen Gage was an absolute dream to have at our wedding! She was so spot on with every single photo she took! She made me feel comfortable, and even took the time to make sure she knew if there was anything I was self concious of so she could capture every little detail the way I wanted. I can’t even explain how incredible she was with our 16 month old daughter! She made her laugh and smile in almost every single picture and I’ve NEVER been able to do that! She was extremely professional, and very good at her job. She helped keep the pace of events running smoothly, and helped me create a timeline for the day. She was probably the most helpful vendor I had. Made me and my husband, our family and guests feel comfortable and well heard. Worked well with our other vendors, and captured everything I could have ever imagined! Thank you Karen!
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Linsey Sent on 01/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic!

Karen was absolutely fantastic from the moment we met her and decided to hire her as our photographer. I instantly felt at ease with her.

For our engagement shoot, she was so flexible and willing to travel where we wanted and made the whole process fun and exciting. My husband also felt very comfortable and relaxed with her.

Communication with her for the engagement shoot and leading up the wedding was easy and convenient.

The day of the wedding, Karen and Steph did a flawless job of capturing every single moment from the ladies getting ready until our sparkler send off. She listened to the things that I had in mind for photos and poses, but my favorites were her nighttime shots.

Most importantly, we felt like we could be present in every moment and felt assured that Karen would supply us with pictures to look back on with happiness and we were right to feel this way because she did. We received our pictures on our one month anniversary of being married and were 100 percent pleased with how the pictures came out.




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Scott Sent on 01/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect photographer

Karen Gage was a pleasure to work with. She has done our wedding photography, Christmas card, family reunion, and newborn baby pictures. She is very professional and provided great quality service. She is our only photography we will ever use. My family and I highly recommend Karen Gage photography.

Thanks Karen Gage photography for your wonderful work.
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Karen Gage Photography frequently asked questions

Karen Gage Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
Karen Gage Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Karen Gage Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Karen Gage Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Karen Gage Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Karen Gage 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.
Karen Gage Photography currently offers 1 special WeddingWire promotion for wedding services.
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