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Hello and welcome! With 8 years of experience, my focus is on bringing out the best in my couples. Before capturing weddings, I was a palliative care nurse for several years. In both my career as a nurse and now as a photographer, I have experienced the biggest moments of people’s lives, and it’s an honor to be there for them.

I specialize in capturing your wedding day just as it happened, staying true to its colors and feel. My style is candid and authentic, resulting in a vibrant collection of images that beautifully reflect the emotions and atmosphere of your day. My approach is natural, easy, and fun. No stiff or awkward moments, just real connection. I always give you guidance with simple prompts so you can focus on each other. The result? Photos that feel like you --- If that sounds like your vibe, let’s connect! Big congrats to you both—I’d love to hear from you!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,799

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files
Prints

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,799

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
Slideshow
Trash The Dress
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

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

Reviews of Gold & Elm Weddings

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Rachel
Rachel Sent on 08/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further!

Rich was a pleasure to work with! He was punctual, attentive, and professional. He ensured that all of our requested photos were shot and he was amazing with time management! His detail shots were more than we could've ever imagined and he ended up finishing our photos way ahead of schedule. If you want a professional photographer that can be trusted to capture your most precious moments , hire Rich!!
Lyssa
Lyssa Sent on 09/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hill-Stark Wedding

Rich was awesome. He was very flexible to make a package that meet my budget needs. Not to mention his photos are Gorgeous.
Annelie
Annelie Sent on 10/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible and *so* helpful!

Rich was incredible — he helped us plan what photos we wanted and all the logistics surrounding them from Day 1 via multiple meetings, so we felt already confident going into our wedding that we would be happy with the final product. He was super flexible and made it clear that he was there to support us in making sure everything went smoothly… and it did! His suggestions of poses and locations were excellent and really captured the spirit of the day and our love for each other. The pictures of us and our families/attendants came out gorgeous, and we are incredibly grateful for his expertise. He got everything right — from detail shots to group pics. (And the candid photos of the reception are incredibly fun and will be cherished for years to come, as well!)

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Gold & Elm Weddings frequently asked questions

Gold & Elm Weddings includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Gold & Elm Weddings 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
  • Slideshow
  • Trash The Dress
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
Gold & Elm Weddings offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Gold & Elm Weddings 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
Gold & Elm Weddings offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Gold & Elm Weddings 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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