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We are hopeless romantics that are very much in love with one another. This quality we possess definitely speaks through our work as we are able to relate on such a different level with our couples. We are lovers of the perfect natural light but also appreciate and love the dramatic look of using off camera lighting. We classify ourselves as modern, clean-lined, and photojournalistic photographers and we always passionately strive to set the bar with style and beauty in our industry. We are obsessed with leather bound albums, using our film camera, and our adorable English Bulldog TEX.

We are the silly couple that you call to go to dinner with and the compassionate couple you speak to if you need advice or a shoulder to lean on. We are compassionate about the love captured through our cameras, compassionate about our couples, and compassionate about your special day!

We would absolutely love to be a part of your wedding and create all of those lasting memories that you can use to tell your story to the world.

More info at ryanandrach.com

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

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

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
Albums
Digital Files
Negatives
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Proofs

Reviews of Ryan & Rach Photography

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The photographers were professional, responsive, and easy to work with, helping create timelines and posing couples comfortably. They captured natural, beautiful photos from multiple angles while blending in so shots felt candid. Couples highly recommend them for their friendly, fun demeanor and exceptional results.

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The photographers were professional, responsive, and easy to work with, helping create timelines and posing couples comfortably. They captured natural, beautiful photos from multiple angles while blending in so shots felt candid. Couples highly recommend them for their friendly, fun demeanor and exceptional results.

Lindsay
Lindsay Sent on 11/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Photos

Ryan and Rach were perfect for our mountain wedding They were quick to respond to inquiries. We met in person a couple times before the wedding which was helpful in creating a perfect timeline and as well as making sure we captured our must have photos. They are so nice and made taking photos so easy. Everyone felt comfortable and they captured the day beautifully. We are so happy with our photos and would highly recommend them!
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Jo Ann Sent on 10/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Love Ryan and Rach! After our first phone conversation I knew I wouldn't want anyone else to take our wedding pictures. You can hear it in their voices that they truly love what they do and it shows in their photos. Our wedding day was cloudy but that didn't stop them from capturing some amazing shots and the wind worked in our favor to get my wedding dress flowing in the breeze. During the ceremony and after they blended in where you never felt they were in the way and took beautiful shots of our guests. They are true professions!!!! Would hire them a million times over if I could!!
Jenn
Jenn Sent on 10/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Yes is the answer!

Hiring Ryan & Rach was another one of our favorite choices for our September 2023 wedding in the Outer Banks! We met them at the OBXWA Expo, and instantly felt so cared for in our decision. They’re funny, incredibly knowledgable about the area, are so easy to work with and are so much fun. We felt so comfortable with them at our engagement session. They explained how they wanted us to pose so easily, and we weren’t nervous at all! The pics from that evening were incredible, and the same is true for what we’ve seen from our sneak peak pics from our wedding! Day of, they were prompt and prepared, getting all sorts of detail shots and they made me feel so comfortable on the biggest day of my life! They handled our family photos with grace and ease, and I am so thankful for who they both are! Highly recommend! Their photos speak for themselves, but the people behind the lenses are for sure who you want to spend your day with! Love them!!!!
Claire
Claire Sent on 10/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!!!

All I have to say is WOW!!! Ryan and Rachel are the most genuine people I have ever met. Not only is their work exceptional but they are such a fun couple to be around. My bridesmaids and I had so much fun shooting with them!! They made it fun for us and their dynamic is amazing. They keep it professional while also having fun. I am so excited to see their work!! My husband even commented on how fun Ryan was when the groomsmen were getting ready and they had a blast. I highly recommend them and I know you will not be disappointed!
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Delaney Sent on 09/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

We had a very small, intimate wedding at the beach. Ryan and Rachel were so professional and easy to work with! They provided suggestions and made sure the day was captured perfectly. We liked that there were two photographers to capture different angles as well. They took the time to get to know us and figure out what we envisioned for our photos. I would highly recommend hiring Ryan and Rach for any event!
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Meghan Sent on 07/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Can't Say Enough Good Things!

My husband and I can't say enough about Ryan and Rach. I had met them at the Wedding Expo and instantly knew that I wanted to work with them! Our first engagement photo session got cancelled due to weather, and Ryan and Rach were just as upset as we were. They felt so bad that they sent us money to buy some drinks! We rescheduled our engagement shoot and they made the whole process enjoyable and painless! They know just what to say to make beautiful, candid photos and are excellent at posing positions. They were professional throughout the wedding, as well, and captured all of the important moments. It was like they weren't even there! We can't say enough good things about Ryan and Rach and plan to work with them more in the future!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 07/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you so much for capturing our day!!

Ryan and Rachel truly went above and beyond to provide us with unforgettable memories from such an amazing day. They were super easy to work with and accommodated our schedule to provide the best pictures possible. We spent so long looking through portfolios from a number of different photographers and we felt that Ryan and Rach best fit the style we were looking for. One thing we specifically looked for is the use of natural effects and lighting instead of correcting everything digitally after the fact. Soon after our wedding we got so many amazing photos that are really special. I couldn't recommend Ryan and Rach enough!
Heather
Heather Sent on 06/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best and most fun team!

I’ve never had professional photos taken and my husband HATES photos and this team makes the whole experience relaxing and FUN. I may need to hire them for any photos we ever have done in our lives! The engagement shoot photos were so beautiful and I cannot WAIT to see our wedding photos.
Dana
Dana Sent on 06/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

More than 5 stars!

I wish I could give them more than 5 stars! We met Ryan & Rach at the OBX wedding expo and instantly felt comfortable with them. They did both our engagement photos and our wedding. Both sets of photos are absolutely stunning and we’ve received so many compliments on them.

Ryan and Rach were so incredibly kind, punctual, organized and professional throughout the process. Multiple family and bridal party members commented on how organized and awesome they were. They have great connections with so many OBX vendors and worked so well with everyone.

My husband and I weren’t necessarily the most comfortable getting our picture taking but they made the process fun for us. We would absolutely recommend them to other couples!
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Nichole Sent on 12/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic!!!!

I have a sister as a photographer and that has perhaps made me the pickiest client ever. I knew exactly what style I was looking for, had very high expectations, and would accept nothing less than the highest quality photos. The photographer was quite literally my priority when it came to figuring out my budget for everything.

Ryan and Rach exceeded all of my expectations. They were incredibly understanding with my husband being in the military, were so positive throughout the entire process, answered my millions of questions, and were exceptionally kind. They met us for coffee to get to know us in addition to meeting over zoom. And the fact that they emailed me after our engagement photoshoot to make sure we made it home safe spoke volumes of their amazing character.

During my wedding day, they were so much fun to be around and yet at the same time, they seemed like they weren’t even there. During all the important moments, they were invisible and yet captured everything perfectly. I literally had a guest ask why I didn’t hire a photographer because they never saw them.

And of course, most importantly, their photos and edits are amazing. They send an enormous amount of photos that no other photographer would do. Their quality is AMAZING and they have a great eye for the perfect angles. I legitimately have never looked that good in photos before and love myself in every single photo they took, which is a miracle in itself. Talk about a confidence boost! They also send you several variations of a lot of photos. This was absolutely wonderful because my husband loves black and white photos while I don’t like them as much. Ryan and Rach gave us the best of both worlds and sent us both.

If you’re debating whether or not to hire them, do it. They are so worth it.
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Awards

66
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Jennette's Pier Jennette's Pier Banquet Halls

Capturing those sweet and loving moments comes natural to this husband and wife team. They are truly a representation of the precious moments they dedicate themselves to photographing. Love this sweet couple!

Rev. Jay Bowman Rev. Jay Bowman Wedding Officiants

I've worked many weddings with Ryan and Rach and totally enjoyed them all. Great young couple who work hard and go the extra mile over and over for the couples they serve. They are always fun and professional in what they do. I think they are one of the brightest upcoming stars on the Outer Banks.

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Ryan & Rach Photography frequently asked questions

Ryan & Rach Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
Ryan & Rach Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Ryan & Rach Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Ryan & Rach Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Ryan & Rach Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Ryan & Rach 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.
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