Hello & Welcome!

I’m Rachel, a Maryland wedding & portrait photographer.

Creating photos that connect all the feels of your story with timeless and creative images is what I do.

Whether you are newly engaged or welcoming a little one into your growing family, I am here to help you celebrate all your joyous photo memories.

 

Heartfelt Wedding Photography 

“I’m not crying, you’re crying!” Ok, ok, I admit, you might see me hiding a tear or two behind the camera. I can’t help myself, I see they way you love each other, I see the way your family and friends love you…and I’m the lucky one who gets to capture this epic story of YOU!  As your photographer it is my job to be totally present and ready to capture the moments that will reconnect you to the feelings, details, and celebration with your loved ones. Knowing that you will relive all the colors, laughter, and love on your wedding day through the photo story I create for you is my “Why”. With almost two decades of experience photographing weddings and more than 300 couples in my photo archives, I’ve pretty much seen and photographed it all. You don’t have to worry about the time of day, the weather, the location, the “you fill in the blank”. I’ve got your back!

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Grow With Me Stories and Sessions

Maryland Family Photography

Maybe a baby is on the way? Or maybe you have a mix of little ones, big ones, and furry ones? I am here for it all! I have been photographing growing families for almost as long as I have been capturing weddings (thanks to many of my wedding clients turning into lifetime family clients).  Grow with me stories include maternity sessions, newborn sessions, milestone sessions, and family sessions. 

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Annie & Nick

Rachel over delivered in every single way. Not only was she professional, friendly and a joy to work with, but she worked so hard to make sure everything was how we had envisioned it- and boy, did she deliver.

The photographs from both our engagement session and wedding are absolutely stunning, I couldn’t have wished for more in our photographer- she did it all, and more!! She came so highly recommended by friends and now I know why!

Ariel & Geoff

Aside from being an incredible photographer, Rachel was a dream to work with. She is so kind, positive, friendly and attentive while still maintaining the highest level of professionalism.

She instantly made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and brought out our best. She played a pivotal role in the success of our wedding day and we are forever grateful!

Austin & Alice

a true artist not only captures the moment but elevates the photography from a snapshot in time to a level of art with a fine level of finesse. Rachel Smith is an artist. Rachel did a phenomenal job from our engagement photos through our day-of. She was super well organized, early to show up, and captured all of the special moments of our big day.

She was able to step in and help orchestrate during the day, be a flower surgeon, and made amazing efforts to make our wedding run smoothly. For those considering other photographers, ask yourself, do you want a photographer, or do you want an artist? I guarantee you won’t regret going with Rachel.

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Engagement Gallery

Offering Maryland Engagement Photography Sessions from the mountains to the coast along with the surround DMV and PA areas. 

Wedding Gallery

Wedding photography that captures your story through your moments and details. Offering Wedding Collections with two photographers along with intimate wedding, micro wedding, and elopement coverage.

Family Galleries

Offering Maternity, Newborn, Milestones, and Mini sessions to fit your family needs! 

Featured Venues

Looking for Maryland wedding venues or in the surrounding DMV and PA areas? How about some great destination wedding location ideas? View the Featured Venues to see more!