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My name is Rachael and I love capturing life with my camera! I've had a camera in my hand for as long as I can remember. My father was my initial inspiration for photography, as I was surrounded by the images he created when I was young and it grew from there. From the big clunky point and shoot, to the disposable and now my camera of choice, the Nikon D300, I love to capture moments with whatever camera is at hand. (Even on my wedding day I couldn't keep the camera out of my hands!)

When I was young I was fascinated with old run down barns, (ok, I still am and often make my husband pull over so I can snap my camera a few times!) fall colors, children, couples in love, brides and all the special moments that life has to offer. These precious moments that seem to slip by so fast...and ya know...they last longer if you take a picture of them! (see that line still works even if you aren't an 8 year old on the playground!)

I truly believe that talent and passion are gifts given from God, therefore I believe it is part of who God created me to be to use my photography to help spread the Glory of God.

I am a passionate person and it shows in my love for God, my husband and my children. I put 100% into all that I do (except for maybe cleaning the bathroom).

My passion for people and capturing those moments of life spill over into my love for photography, so that I create images that you will treasure for a lifetime.

I hope you allow me to share my Simple Heart with you.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Albums
Proofs

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

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
Multi. Locations
Albums
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Simple Heart Photography

Lauren
Lauren Sent on 03/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating

No Negatives Here

We loved Simple Heart Photography! Every part of the process was made easy. The photographers are fun and genuine. Always willing to provide advice and support beyond what I would expect from a photographer. I felt very relaxed on the day of the wedding, confident that she was capturing all aspects our perfect day. Super easy to get along with, taking the time to get to know us so she could better tell our story. We love our pictures and will cherish them forever. You can feel their big hearts when working with them and it makes all the difference.
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Michelle Sent on 08/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Rachael is such an amazing photographer. We first met her at a bridal shower and I am so thankful we met her when we did. She really takes the time to get to know her clients as individuals. This is portrayed in her photographs. We absolutely loved her personality, style, and creativity. I gave her some Pinterest poses I wanted to capture that she had never done. She executed them perfectly and you would never have known is was her first time shooting these. She is also very patient. She and her husband Brian endured the 100 degree weather outside in order to capture an outdoor picture with my husband and our dog on our wedding day. I would recommend Simple Heart Photography to anyone who is in need of a down to earth, creative, and affordable photographer. We definitely were glad we chose simple heart photography to be our storyteller!
Cory
Cory Sent on 01/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Rachael is absolutely wonderful! We met her at a Bridal Show and actually won a free engagement session with her. Her work is amazing and my fiance and I are so happy that we chose her to be our photographer for our wedding. We have nothing but great things to say about her and her work. She has some unique picture packages and her prices are great for out budget as well. Thank you Rachael for working with us and for capturing our big day this fall.
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Oksana Sent on 05/04/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Rachael is a truly talented photographer. We had Rachael shoot our wedding at the Indiana State Museum and we couldn't be more pleased with her quality of work and professionalism. The pictures turned out FABULOUS - Rachael was able to capture different styles, emotions, settings in a very unique and special way. She has a great attention to detail and was able to capture beautiful details of the wedding that I didn't even notice on my big day. Also, her personality is another reason I would greatly reccommend Rachael if you are looking for a wedding photographer. Rachael is easy to connect with and to feel comfortable. She was a tremendous help in keeping the wedding party on schedule. Special thanks to Rachael for the family portraits - she made sure that the groom and I got pictures with each of the family members in different setting (some of them I didn't even previously specified but based on her experience she must have known what shots would be of a particular meaning to the couple). I could go on and on about how amazing Rachael is but you just have to book her for your event to learn for yourself! :)
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Sarah Sent on 02/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I could not have been happier that I chose Rachael and Simple Heart Photography! The images were beautiful and will be cherished for a lifetime. She was very easy to work with and she was great at making my very shy husband comfortable in front of the camera. She created a timeline for the day which was a huge help and was always available if I had any questions or concerns. She created a photo book that is amazing and I love showing it off! I would recommend Rachael to anyone looking for a photographer.
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User2037509 Sent on 02/11/2015
5 out of 5 rating
When we began looking for a photographer, we thought we were aiming for someone that could take great pictures and for that, we would be happy. What Rachael and Brian Meier offer at Simple Heart Photography is so much more than we expected and it truly enhanced our wedding experience by having them by our side!

From the first meeting Michelle and I had with Rachael at a Starbucks in Plainfield, we knew that we were not only hiring an excellent photographer but a genuine person that is interested in a relationship, not a transaction. I could go on and on about Rachael and Brian at Simple Heart Photography but instead, I'll list some of the best examples as to why Simple Heart Photography will be lifetime photographer.

1) Personality, tons of it! Rachael and Brian do an excellent job creating a fun, energetic environment that relaxed us from the beginning,
2) Communication, from day one, we were very confident knowing what/when/where ETC.
3) Comfort, Rachael and Brian vowed BEFORE our wedding day arrived that they would be there for anything we needed, period. When our wedding day came, Rachael and Brian provided more help than any one member of our family!
4) Confidence, Rachael and Brian's skillset is unmatched and their attitude for greatness left Michelle and I in a zero-stress mentality
5) Photographs, let's be honest, all of the above is great but if the photos do not depict breath-taking pictures, the rest is irrelevant. Our pictures are well beyond our expectations and one was selected for the Indy brides magazine!

If you have made it this far and still have any shred of doubt, please reach out to Simple Heart Photography for a free consultation and experience everything I have mentioned above yourself!

Please call my friends Rachael and Brian to setup your photography future now!

Thank you so much!
Michelle and Kevin DeVine
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User2033421 Sent on 02/06/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I am so happy with Rachael!
As we all hear the wedding day is a blur. It all happens so fast.
You can be upset about the things that don't quite go the way you planned or you can just let Rachael help you through. Rachael spent time getting to know us both and then as the big day came close she had the foresite to work with me to give the whole day a time schedule. She has the experience to gently guide us and keep the day going to capture our day perfectly.
Oh! And by the way, Rachael was flat on her back with back spasms for the entire week before our big day and did not make me aware until the morning of my wedding. She knew a bride doesn't need anything else to worry about. Rachael, Brian and Beth were all fantastic and were not about to let anything fall between the cracks. I would absolutely recommend Rachael and Simple Heart Photography because of her organization, compassion, support, quality of photos and most importantly the way she captured our story.
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Heather Sent on 02/06/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I came across Rachael at a bridal show and really liked what she had to offer. Our engagement photos and wedding photos turned out beautifully. Rachael is awesome to work with and has a great personality. My husband and I felt completely at ease with her. She was always prompt on returning any emails I sent her. I would most definitely recommend her to any couple getting married that are looking for a great photographer!
Heather & Steve L.
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User2032317 Sent on 02/05/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Preparing for a wedding is never easy--we as brides pour over every detail and element. For us, choosing the photographer was the easiest part. Rachael/Simple Heart Photography was the best choice we could have made. Not only was she easy to work with, but she was creative, fun, and calming!

Whether it was figuring out how to hook/zip my dress, adjust a veil, or wrangle a bridal party of 21 people, and 10 clergy, Rachael did it all, with ease, keeping in mind what was most important to us as a couple.

And the photos....wow. They came back breathtaking. We were amazed at what she captured from the day. She was more than a photographer, she was our storyteller.
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User1987105 Sent on 12/28/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Just got my engagement pictures back and they are beautiful! I was worried because me and my fiance are not comfortable in front of a camera, but Rachael really helped put us at ease and enjoy the process. The photos are better than I expected and I am so happy with her work!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

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Simple Heart Photography frequently asked questions

Simple Heart Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Albums
  • Proofs
Simple Heart Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Proofs
Simple Heart Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Photojournalism
Simple Heart Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
Simple Heart Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Simple Heart 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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