Business Details
18 Years
experience
Philadelphia Wedding & Branding Photography by Heart & Rae
Heart & Rae Photography was established in 2008 with a mission to create life's most magical moments through modern, classic, and effortlessly natural storytelling. Our team, led by Dana & Nick, brings decades of combined experience in fine art photography, editorial storytelling, and branding. We specialize in capturing authentic emotions and intricate details, ensuring each client's story is preserved with artistic precision.Our expertise extends to wedding photography, branding sessions, and innovative photo booth experiences, serving clients worldwide from our Philadelphia base. Recognized in publications like Elle Weddings and Martha Stewart Weddings, we prioritize personalized service, technical excellence, and creative vision to deliver timeless artistry that transcends trends.
Services
Wedding Photography
Photo Booth Rental
Branding Sessions
Portrait Photography
Engagement Shoots
Elopement Coverage
Corporate Events
Graduation Parties
Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
Bridal Showers
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in fine art wedding photography.
- Our team provides personalized timeline planning and venue scouting.
- We include a second photographer for weddings with 100+ guests.
- Featured in top-tier publications like Elle Weddings and Martha Stewart Weddings.
- Travel within 75 miles of Philadelphia included at no extra cost.
What people say
Best decision we made
Incredibly talented photographer
Stress-free and fun process
Photos look like magazine quality
Amazing attention to detail
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service documents ceremonies with a blend of modern editorial techniques and timeless fine art composition. We focus on capturing authentic emotions, intricate details, and candid moments while providing expert guidance throughout the planning process. With multiple coverage options and global availability, we ensure every couple's unique story is preserved through visually striking, emotionally resonant imagery.
Photo Booth Rental
This interactive digital photo booth offers instant shareable memories with customizable branding options. Featuring touch-free digital props, multiple format capabilities, and real-time social media integration, our sleek open-air booth elevates events while providing guests with instant keepsakes. The service includes professional attendants and post-event gallery access for comprehensive memory preservation.
Branding Sessions
Our branding photography service creates cohesive visual narratives that reflect business identities through lifestyle imagery. We collaborate with entrepreneurs to develop strategic color stories, location selections, and outfit coordination that authentically represent their brand ethos. The sessions produce versatile content for marketing materials, websites, and social media platforms while maintaining artistic integrity and professional polish.
Portrait Photography
We create sophisticated portraits that capture individual essence through natural lighting and intuitive composition. Our approach combines technical expertise with artistic vision to produce images that balance professional quality with personal authenticity. Sessions include styling guidance and location scouting to ensure each portrait reflects the subject's unique personality and professional aspirations.
Engagement Shoots
These sessions focus on documenting romantic connections through candid and guided photography. We help couples build comfort in front of the camera while creating shareable content for wedding websites and save-the-date materials. The experience includes location planning and timeline coordination to ensure stress-free, memorable photo sessions that strengthen couples' comfort with our team before their wedding day.
People
Nadine
Lead Photographer
BFA graduate from School of Visual Arts with 15+ years in fine art photography, published in Elle Weddings and Philadelphia Style Magazine. Specializes in authentic storytelling and natural light composition.
Questions
Do you travel for weddings and events?
Yes, we travel within 75 miles of Philadelphia at no extra cost and offer global services with travel fees negotiated per event.
What's included in wedding photography packages?
Packages include timeline planning, venue scouting, multiple photographers for large events, full editing, and 4-6 weeks delivery with online gallery access.
Can we get both color and black & white photos?
Yes, we deliver most photos in color with artistic black & white conversions selected during editing, with limited client-requested format changes available post-delivery.
Do you provide photo booth services for non-wedding events?
Yes, our digital photo booth is available for corporate events, birthday parties, and special occasions with customizable branding and social media integration features.
How long do branding sessions typically last?
Mini sessions run 30 minutes with one location, while full sessions last 1.5 hours across two locations with multiple outfit changes and comprehensive content creation.
