Looking back, choosing Kristen was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. There are only a few things you get to take home and have for the rest of your life as mementos of your wedding, many of which are fleeting. However, the photos will last a lifetime, so don’t skimp in this area. Kristen delivered in every way and looking back, I wouldn't hesitate to choose her again. I would strongly recommend you do all that you can to have her photograph your own wedding. Change the wedding date if necessary!!
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We couldn't have asked for a better photographer than Kristen. We were absolutely blown away by her work (albeit not surprised because it was exactly how we saw it on her website as we reviewed albums of many, many photographers, while planning our wedding). What you see on her website is exactly what you get, however, unlike a lot of other photographers, every wedding album is very personalized. She isn't just taking the same select photos for each wedding, she finds a way to capture those unique moments that are special.
While she wasn't the least expensive photographer we looked at, her pricing was very competitive, and the work we saw on her website was exceptional. She was extremely professional. She conducted a free virtual meeting with us while we were still choosing between photographers where she answered all our questions and gave us a great deal of perspective around strategies to optimize our photo collection while not intruding on the wedding day. She also inquired deeply into our personal preferences making sure that she would be able to deliver on those things. Having loved her personality and her prior products, it was a no-brainer to move forward with her.
Throughout all stages of planning, she was extremely responsive. Our package included an engagement shoot where she truly shined. She took us to a beautiful natural area that was a personal favorite of my wife and me. From the very beginning, she connected with us effortlessly. We felt super comfortable, which was important to the both of us. Neither of us go out of our way to be photographed, and we wanted the pictures to shine, be genuine, and show a lot of emotion. Her kind, encouraging, bright, and humble personality played a pivotal role in helping us feel comfortable throughout the shoot in expressing our excitement and love for each other: genuinely smiling, laughing out loud, big hugs and kisses, and remembering the excitement and anticipation of our big day.
She totally blew me away with her eye for capturing different natural perspectives, scenery, and beautiful angles. She navigated a few moments when there were groups of people getting in the way of the shot and stayed extra-long so we could capture a few cherished sunset shots. She came with a full catalog of posing ideas, but we also had a few extra we were interested in. She worked with our preferences extremely well and made sure we had all the pictures we were hoping for (and those she knew we needed). I'll be honest, I was dreading the engagement shoot because I don’t like having my photo taken, and we’d had a stressful day leading up to it, but the shoot flew by and we had a lovely time (not something I can say about any photo-taking experience prior to this).
Kristen’s turnaround time for editing and sharing the photos was shockingly speedy. She sent a set of teasers within a few days of the shoot. These ended up being our very favorite photos of the album (though the rest of the album was stunning too), again highlighting her intentionality and experience. The photos blew us away; they continue to every time we look at them. The album was far more than we had hoped for, and we’ve used the photos for our device backgrounds, wedding posts, invitations, ... They are so loved by our many friends and family. Having had such a wonderful engagement shoot, we felt extremely confident that for our big day, we would have yet another collection of photos to cherish for a lifetime. It made us even more excited for the big day. She also reassured us that if she had an exceptional circumstance and couldn’t make it (which didn’t happen), she would arrange for someone to cover her whom she trusted. On top of this, she also gave us recommendations for a videographer who did an exceptional job.

In the weeks leading up to our wedding, she checked in with us regularly to ensure she understood the flow of the wedding so she would be prepared to capture all of the big moments: key points in our religious ceremony, the entrances to the reception, the first dance, the cake tasting, dances with parents, everyone on the dance floor, and several other nuanced shots we were very eager to have. She also provided exceptional advice for streamlining the process of getting photos of our large (and unruly at times) families. She took about 20 minutes to photograph these clans without a hiccup.
Throughout the wedding day, we barely noticed her, as she melded in with the crowd, but looking back at the photos she was everywhere and captured everything exceptionally well. The few moments we engaged with her throughout the ceremony and reception really warmed my heart, as she brings such charm and warmth. She knew all the nice locations at the venue for our posed shots. She ended up staying extra time on the wedding day as well to ensure a few more cherished shots were taken.
I think it'll take us a lifetime to fully appreciate all the photos she sent us from our wedding, far more than we anticipated or than she promised to send us. They're all exceptionally well curated with minor edits that really make them shine, but that in no way appear tacky or hyper enhanced. Looking at these photos, we beam, laugh, sigh a big relief (she truly delivered in every way), and even shed a few tears. We've populated many crooks and crannies, walls, center pieces, and device backgrounds with these photos, and our family and friends have cherished our holiday cards, thank you notes, and social media posts with them. I’m even starting to see them pop up in the homes of those we’ve visited.

Thanks so much Kristen!!

Kristen was so AMAZING! She was absolutely everything I wanted in our wedding photographer. Her style, personality and professionalism was 1000/10. I couldn't have asked for a better fit for us personally. I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat!! So happy with our photos!

Kristen is truly exceptional, and choosing her as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made. From the very beginning, we knew she was the perfect fit for us, and she exceeded every expectation.
These photos are a gift we will cherish for the rest of our lives. They are timeless, emotional, and absolutely stunning. We genuinely can’t pick favorites because every photo feels like the moment. Kristen has an incredible eye and an unmatched ability to capture not just how everything looked, but how it felt.
Beyond her talent, Kristen made our wedding day even more special. She was a joy to work with throughout the entire process, and getting to know her was such a highlight for us. We couldn’t imagine our photos being any more perfect, and we are endlessly grateful we found her.
If you are looking for a photographer who will capture your day in the most meaningful, beautiful way possible, Kristen is the one. She is truly the best.

We truly cannot say enough good things about Kristen. From our wedding day to our family photos over the years, the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. The consistency, talent, and care brought to every session is rare. She has an incredible eye for capturing genuine moments — not forced, not over-posed — just beautiful, timeless images that truly tell a story. Our wedding photos and family portraits are breathtaking. Beyond the talent, she is professional, patient, organized, and always makes everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera (which is not easy with kids). Besides being a very talented photographer, Kristen is also incredibly kind and genuine person. If you’re looking for someone you can trust with once-in-a-lifetime moments and lasting memories, this is the photographer for you We wouldn’t go to anyone else

we hired Kristen Marie Weddings + Portraits for our October wedding. Kristen's vibe is wonderful. Her work is absolutely amazing! worth every penny! We will also be using her to do family photos once our baby is born in May.

Before booking with Kristen, we met to go over any questions, and she provided us with a timeline of the event. This became essential to our wedding planning! She knew exactly the best time for us to have our ceremony. Our photos are absolutely STUNNING! Out of all of our amazing vendors, Kristen is by far our favorite!! She was directing all of our shots and families fabulously. Every single person we show our photos to is in love with them. I knew from the moment we spoke with Kristen that I wanted her to be our photographer. I am so glad I trusted that instinct because I have gorgeous photos to look at for the rest of my life! I’ll be coming back to Kristen for any of my photo needs!  

Working with Kristen was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our very first conversation to the final gallery and album delivery, everything was seamless, fun, and filled with heart. We loved her right away!
We started with an engagement session, and it was the perfect way to get comfortable with her and being in front of the camera. We had the best time, Kristen made us laugh, relax, and truly enjoy the experience! The photos were absolutely gorgeous. We knew right away we were in great hands! During the planning process, she asked what we wanted, what was important to us and really made everything personal to our wants and needs.
For our wedding weekend, Kristen photographed our welcome reception and our wedding day. She captured every important moment so beautifully and nothing felt staged or forced. The photos are filled with real emotion, joyful candid shots, and so many little details we might have missed otherwise. Kristen has an incredible eye and a calm, positive presence that made the entire process fun and easy. We had so many compliments from our family and friends, they really enjoyed her and her team!
We are beyond thrilled with all of our photos; part of my dress had broken during travel and Kristen took time to make sure it was not noticeable in our photos, for that I am forever grateful! Our photos tell OUR story, and we’ll treasure them forever. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely kind, sweet and professional, Kristen is it!
Highly, highly recommend!

I had three separate photography sessions with Kristen. She was punctual, communicative and over all made us feel comfortable getting photographed. I am not an extrovert by any means but she has a true passion for her craft and it shows! I will continue to use her in the future and I cannot recommend her enough. Her style is classic and timeless, she captured my engagement, and wedding days with such grace. I will cherish every photo she took for years.

Hiring Kristen to capture our Vegas vow renewal was the best decision we made for our special day! I discovered Kristen on Instagram a few years ago when my husband and I first started talking about a vow renewal. The Elvis-themed ceremony at the Little White Chapel was meant to have a fun and playful vibe; however, we wanted the photos to have a more classic aesthetic. Kristen's ability to utilize natural light and capture her clients' personalities in photos is what truly caught our eye.

In addition to the ceremony itself, Kristen captured beautiful photos at locations meaningful to our story, like the Bellagio fountains where we got engaged, and the Wynn hotel where we got married. Some photographers might have been stressed by the construction and grandstands in the background from the Vegas Gran Prix, but not Kristen—she worked different angles and poses to ensure we were giving ‘main character’ energy and remained the focus in the photos.

When Kristen shared the wedding album with us, I literally squealed in excitement and couldn't stop "hearting" favorites. Kristen's professionalism and helpfulness before, during, and after the day made the entire planning process a breeze. Her recommended vendors were top-notch, ensuring the day was seamless and special. With Kristen behind the camera, we were able to be present and fully enjoy every moment. I highly recommend her for capturing your special days—you won't be disappointed!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about working with Kristen!! In short, booking Kristen as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding.

Neither my wife or I love taking pictures, so choosing a photographer for our wedding came with lots of anxiety. From the moment we got off our initial Zoom informational call with Kristen, we were immediately at ease and knew she was the best choice for us.

We do not live in Las Vegas, so we worked with her mostly through Zoom. However, she worked around our schedule to make sure we could do our engagement photos when we were visiting near Christmas, and took some of our favorite couples photos we've ever had done.

On our wedding day, Kristen came with the same calm, fun energy to make sure we got all the photos we wanted but remained flexible to capture such fun candids!

Kristen eased all of our photo anxiety, took detail photos I'm obsessed with (never knew I could love a picture of an invitation so much), and captured our love and our wedding day in the most authentic way to us.

Kristen's work is beautiful, her turnaround time is quick and efficient, and she is such a fun person to work with!

Thank you for everything, Kristen!!