Business Details
17 Years
experience
Capturing Authentic Wedding Moments in Chattanooga
At Rich Smith Photography, we specialize in capturing the authentic connections between couples through wedding and engagement photography. With over a decade of experience, our approach prioritizes genuine, unscripted moments that reflect the unique bond shared by each couple. Our team combines artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver high-quality images that preserve your most cherished memories.We pride ourselves on building personal relationships with clients, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. Our services extend beyond photography to include travel coordination, second shooters, and custom albums designed to last generations. By focusing on emotional storytelling and client collaboration, we create timeless visual narratives that celebrate love in its purest form.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Travel Photography
Photo Booth Rental
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Specialize in capturing genuine emotional connections through documentary-style photography
- Over 15 years of experience photographing weddings in diverse settings worldwide
- Offer personalized travel coordination for destination weddings across 30+ countries
- Provide second shooter options and comprehensive post-production editing services
- Create custom heirloom albums designed to preserve memories for generations
What people say
Captured our connection perfectly
Made us feel completely at ease
Professional yet personable approach
Stunning authentic moments
Excellent travel coordination
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a focus on authentic moments and emotional connections. Our approach combines unobtrusive observation with strategic composition to capture both grand events and intimate details. Services include pre-wedding consultations, timeline coordination, and comprehensive post-production editing. Clients receive high-resolution digital files with printing rights and access to our online proofing system for easy sharing and selection.
Engagement Sessions
Creating lasting memories of your engagement period through personalized outdoor or studio sessions. These sessions help couples become comfortable in front of the camera while building rapport with the photographer. Packages include professional styling guidance, location scouting, and curated image selections. Ideal for capturing your unique relationship dynamics before the wedding day arrives.
Travel Photography
Providing photography services for weddings and events in international locations. Includes comprehensive travel logistics coordination, local vendor recommendations, and cultural adaptation expertise. Our team handles all aspects of destination documentation from pre-event preparations to post-ceremony celebrations, ensuring consistent quality regardless of location challenges.
Legacy Albums
Crafting premium quality heirloom albums designed to preserve wedding memories for generations. Each custom-designed album features archival-grade materials, multiple layout options, and personalized cover embossing. Albums are curated to tell your complete wedding story through a carefully sequenced collection of images selected during post-production.
Strut Booth
Offering interactive photobooth experiences with professional lighting and backdrop setups. This service includes a dedicated attendant, customizable props, and instant digital sharing capabilities. Designed to capture candid guest interactions while maintaining the artistic quality of our standard photography services, with options for same-day printouts.
People
Rich Smith
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer specializing in emotional storytelling through wedding imagery. With over 15 years experience, Rich focuses on capturing authentic connections between couples. Known for his energetic personality and ability to make clients feel at ease during sessions.
Heather Smith
Second Photographer
Experienced photographer and business manager with expertise in post-production editing. Brings a calm, focused approach to wedding documentation. Handles client consultations and album design while providing second-shooter support for larger events.
Questions
What makes your wedding photography style unique?
We focus on authentic connections rather than posed shots, capturing genuine emotions and interactions as they naturally occur throughout your wedding day.
Do you offer destination wedding packages?
Yes, we provide comprehensive destination wedding photography with travel logistics included. Our experience spans over 30 countries with customized packages available.
How many images will we receive?
Typical coverage yields 500-700 fully edited images, depending on event duration and whether a second shooter is included in your package.
Can we add a second photographer?
Yes, second shooters can be added for specific portions or entire events. This provides multiple perspectives and ensures comprehensive coverage of simultaneous events.
What's included in your wedding collections?
All packages include pre-wedding consultations, timeline planning, online gallery access, high-resolution digital files, and printing rights with optional album upgrades.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes, we recommend engagement sessions to build rapport and help couples feel comfortable in front of the camera before their wedding day.
