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Life Like Ruby's is a wedding photography company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Lead photographer Alyssa describes her style as a blend of photojournalism and lifestyle photography. Her priority is to capture beautiful, authentic moments that visually tell each couple's one-of-a-kind love story.

Services Offered

For seamless planning experiences, Life Like Ruby's offers a number of flexible package options. Services featured include up to 10 hours of coverage, professional editing, access to an online digital gallery, albums, and thank-you cards. To preserve memories leading up to long-awaited celebrations, engagement, boudoir, and portrait sessions can be arranged. The high-resolution images provided by Alyssa can be transformed into albums, wall art, and prints. This photographer is happy to document the special days of those celebrating within the city as well as destination events.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Digital Files

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Albums
Digital Files
Thank You Cards

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Film
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 Life Like Ruby's

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Life Like Ruby provided exceptional, responsive photography, putting couples at ease and capturing candid, emotional moments. The team was organized and prepared (permits, umbrellas, second shooter), handled families and cultural ceremonies smoothly, and delivered quick sneak peeks. Couples praised their calm, professional presence and stunning photos.

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Life Like Ruby provided exceptional, responsive photography, putting couples at ease and capturing candid, emotional moments. The team was organized and prepared (permits, umbrellas, second shooter), handled families and cultural ceremonies smoothly, and delivered quick sneak peeks. Couples praised their calm, professional presence and stunning photos.

Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 10/28/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Such a joy to work with!

Right from the start I knew I made the right choice. She was always very professional but made you feel like she was an old friend at the same time. Her pictures are absolutely gorgeous, well done, and creative. She managed to capture some really great moments. Alyssa was also very flexible when we had to change to a micro wedding for this year and had to switch some time around. I hope to stay in contact with her since she is just that amazing of a person.
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Michelle Sent on 11/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Photographer!

Alyssa was the absolute best photographer we could ask for. We used Alyssa for both our engagement photos and wedding photos, and could not be happier. Neither of us have taken professional couple pictures like this before, so we were nervous going into it at first, but Alyssa made us feel so comfortable and we're obsessed with the photos. She was always available for a phone call to talk through more detail or calm my nerves; would highly recommend!
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 10/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Captured Every Detail & Emotion – Truly Exceptional

We couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with Alyssa from Life Like Ruby! She shared a gallery from a wedding she did at our venue during our first meeting, which was the reason we wanted to work with her. Her attention to detail is unmatched—she captured every meaningful moment, including the intricate shots of my jewelry. She was also extremely prepared when there was rain in the forecast, she pulled out clear umbrellas!

What truly sets Alyssa apart is her ability to catch spontaneous, heartfelt moments. She was always in the right place at the right time, whether it was a quiet laugh between us during the ceremony or the joyful chaos of our cousin's kids on the dance floor. Every photo feels like a genuine memory frozen in time and the pictures speak for themselves.

Alyssa is not only incredibly talented but also kind, responsive, and thoughtful throughout the entire process. We’re beyond grateful for the beautiful gallery she delivered and will treasure these photos forever. Highly recommend Life Like Ruby to anyone looking for timeless, emotional photography!
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Ellissa Sent on 09/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Just what we wanted

Alyssa was great to work with from the beginning. She was flexible to accommodate our needs and budget. You can tell she loves her job and truly cares about her clients! She was so patient with my son during our practice mini session and all the kids at the wedding. I have loved all of her photos so far and can’t wait to get the rest of our wedding photos. Highly recommend!
Veronica
Veronica Sent on 08/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible experience, STUNNING results

We hired Alyssa to capture our August wedding and she and Erin absolutely knocked it out of the park. Being a creative couple coming from Brooklyn, NY, our hopes and expectations were super high and we had a few out of the box requests. Not only was Alyssa willing to try out some new ideas, but she captured moments that we didn't plan that turned out to be some of our favorites. Alyssa and Erin were the perfect duo to photograph our day, I would book LifeLikeRuby's over and over again, so happy!!!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 04/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 - Life Like Ruby's is AMAZING

Alyssa did our engagement shoot as well as our wedding photos - I could not recommend her enough. My husband and I lean more on the camera-shy side - but she made us both very comfortable and let me tell you, the pictures turned out amazing!! During planning she helped with ensuring we had the proper permit for our shooting location and I used her timeline to send to other vendors. Amazing experience from beginning to end!!
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Elena Sent on 07/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Photos so beautiful I cried

It's hard to put into words what a gem Alyssa is. She was by far one of the best elements of my wedding vendor team. Her communication was excellent, and her planning was superb. Whenever we emailed her, she responded promptly, which was incredibly reassuring for an anxious bride. When we first met her, she explained the process to my husband and me, detailing how the day would unfold. She also encouraged us to have an engagement session, already included in our package, so we could get comfortable with the camera and get to know her better. This turned out to be the best idea. On our wedding day, seeing Alyssa again felt like meeting a trusted friend.

One aspect we love about Lifelikeruby is how they ensure the day doesn't feel consumed by photography. While there are some planned portraits, Alyssa's candid skills are truly unmatched.

THE PHOTOS SHE TAKES ARE TRULY AMAZING. Yes, that was in all caps on purpose. Alyssa has an innate talent for capturing the emotions of her subjects. This was one of the reasons we chose her, and seeing her work of us was phenomenal. She helped keep us on schedule, and her calm, collected energy was exactly what we needed on a busy day. She was so fun to work with, and our bridesmaids and groomsmen enjoyed the portrait sessions with her and her team, laughing the entire way through. The quickness with which she delivered our engagement photos and sneak peeks after the wedding was impressive.

Alyssa is the best, and I would recommend her anytime. I'm already thinking about future life events we can have Alyssa capture because she is truly that good.
Elena
Elena Sent on 09/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

100% Recommend! Could not have made a better choice!

For two introverts, Alyssa made us feel at ease and the photography process easy. We met with Alyssa on two separate days; two days prior to the wedding date, to get photos of the bride and groom, and then again on the day of the wedding. From the get go, Alyssa was easy to work with. She took time to listen to how we envisioned our day, and the shots that were important to us. She was very easy to talk to, communicated well, and was on time for both days of the photo shoots. I want to add that for the day of the wedding, Alyssa had a second shooter to help her out so nothing was missed. Ben, the second shooter was just as professional, and easy to get along with. We recently got a preview of a portion of the photographs, and we could not be more pleased with the final product. For two people who really do not like being the center of attention, Alyssa and Ben put us at ease. We would definitely recommend Alyssa to a friend or another family member, because she made the whole process a breeze. Thank you Alyssa! We look forward to seeing the final pictures!
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 08/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic and Fun

Alyssa has been fantastic to work with - she had helpful advice and was reassuring and positive during the planning process and throughout our wedding day. We live overseas and Alyssa was able to accommodate our 12-hour time difference by meeting with us on Zoom. On our wedding day, Alyssa and her second shooter, Caity, helped us achieve lots of fun, spontaneous shots on the boardwalk and accommodated our requests for family and friend group shots during the reception. Alyssa has a great eye and encouraged us to have fun and be ourselves throughout the day. She also shared our sneak peek just a few days after the wedding! The pictures are beautiful so far and the relaxed, playful atmosphere she helped create comes through in every photo. I would highly recommend hiring Alyssa!
Anne
Anne Sent on 05/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

How do I even put into words how AMAZING working with Alyssa was

Working with Alyssa (Life Like Ruby’s) was an absolute pleasure - she was responsive throughout the process, was so kind and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and the finished photos are STUNNING. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with a photographer, and I hope to keep in contact with her because she is just such a special person. I am beyond happy with the photos from our engagement shoot, our wedding day, and the overall service she provided. 15/10 stars :)
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

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Life Like Ruby's frequently asked questions

Life Like Ruby's includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Life Like Ruby's includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Thank You Cards
Life Like Ruby's offers the following photography styles:
  • Film
  • Photojournalism
Life Like Ruby's 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
Life Like Ruby's offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Life Like Ruby's 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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