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We believe that every love story deserves to be told in a way that is as unique as the couple themselves. With a passion for capturing the essence of your special day, we specialize in creating timeless and breathtaking wedding photographs that you'll cherish for a lifetime.

Our team brings a perfect blend of artistic vision and technical expertise to ensure that each image is a masterpiece. We understand the importance of every detail and work tirelessly to capture the moments that matter most.

We know that planning a wedding can be overwhelming, and we're here to make the photography process seamless. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of your stunning photos, we're committed to providing a stress-free and enjoyable experience.

We would love for you to learn more about the Red Cardinal Studio experience.

Contact us with an inquiry on our website!

http://www.redcardinalstudio.com/wedding-inquiries

We can't wait to be a part of your love story!

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Jenny
Jenny H. Sent on 12/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous wedding photos!

Lauren at Red Cardinal Studio is FABULOUS to work with. We hired her for our engagement and wedding photos and we are so happy we did. She worked with us to customize our photo package to meet our wedding needs. She is professional, on top of scheduling details, patient, and delivered all photos within the outlined timeline. Plus, she takes absolutely gorgeous photos. We are so happy we did engagement photos with Lauren before the wedding and highly recommend that to all engaged couples! My husband and I were a bit nervous in front of the camera at the start of our engagement shoot, but Lauren provided helpful tips to make us feel more comfortable. The engagement photo shoot better prepared us for all the wedding day photos. The hardest part about the wedding photos is narrowing down our favorites because she took so many good ones! I would definitely hire Lauren again!
Emily
Emily C. Sent on 11/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

We absolutely could not have picked better photographers than Red Cardinal Studio! Lauren was outstanding from the beginning! I interviewed around 10 different photographers but I immediately knew I was going to pick Lauren after our first phone call. She was professional, thoughtful, experienced, and of course super nice. We had our engagement photos done at our venue so she could get a sense of the layout and lighting. My husband and I were very nervous but she made us feel relaxed and at ease. The photos were better than we had hoped which made me feel sure that I made the right decision. Leading up to our wedding day, Lauren worked with our planner to make sure we had all the timelines correct and accounted for different photoshoot areas and sunlight as well as making suggestions for ensuring we are as efficient with family photos as possible. Lauren also did a great job coordinating with our videographers - so much so that they barely needed to give us any extra direction or poses! Our photos came in quickly and were easily able to be shared with our family. I am obsessed with all of our pictures and can't wait to get them printed! I absolutely would recommend Lauren to anyone planning a wedding!! She is an amazing asset to have on your team!

I also want to give a shoutout to our second photographer, Gwen, who shot our rehearsal dinner, the men getting ready, and extra shots throughout the wedding. She too was professional, funny, and helped step in when things seemed to be going sideways. My husband could not say enough good things about her and her interactions with the guys and we both absolutely loved how their getting ready pictures came out. She was able to capture a bunch of great moments throughout the day and we are so thankful for her!!
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J. Ross Sent on 03/23/2020
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Loved working with Lauren!

Lauren was so amazing to work with for our engagement photos and on our wedding day. We were ecstatic with both galleries. She captured the love, excitement and joy of the day so perfectly!

My fiancé and I were nervous about being in front of the camera, but Lauren quickly calmed our anxieties and made us feel comfortable in the moment. Leading up to the wedding she worked with us to review all of the details we wanted to capture and walk through a detailed timeline. She is incredibly kind, responsive and organized. We had the best experience working with her and highly recommend hiring Red Cardinal Studio.
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Gwen Fletcher
Gwen Fletcher
Wedding Lead

Hi, I’m Gwen, photographer at Red Cardinal Studio. I attended Appalachian State University in Boone, NC with a major in Elementary Education and a minor in Art. After graduation, I chose to follow my passion and love of art and photography. At the beginning of 2022, I married my high school sweetheart, Mason, with a hometown wedding at Old Town Club here in Winston-Salem.

I believe in love so much and have such a passion for bringing it to life on camera. I value connection and creating a gallery that reflects your one-of-a-kind love and personality. Every couple has a unique story and we want to showcase that in a classic and timeless gallery you will cherish forever.

Lauren Olinger
Lauren Olinger
Owner/ Lead Photographer

I'm Lauren, the owner & lead photographer of Red Cardinal Studio. I'm an artist and a business owner but more importantly, a wife and new mom. I grew up on a little wisp of islands called the Outer Banks and adore beach life and summertime.

Since our humble beginnings in 2014, RCS has celebrated with well over one hundred couples all over the map. For us, every wedding is a treasure and a delight, there is no greater privilege than to celebrate and capture love.

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Red Cardinal Studio frequently asked questions

Red Cardinal Studio includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Toning
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Red Cardinal Studio 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
  • Prints
Red Cardinal Studio offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Red Cardinal Studio offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Red Cardinal Studio offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Red Cardinal Studio 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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