Cinematic Weddings & Elopements

Photo + Film

I offer a very limited number of cinematic weddings and elopements each year, reserved for couples who value presence, emotion, and legacy over performance.


My work in this space is documentary at its core, cinematic in feel, and deeply intentional — focused on the quiet in-between moments as much as the vows themselves. I approach wedding days the same way I approach motherhood: with care, intuition, and an understanding that the most meaningful moments are often the ones unfolding softly.


This is not traditional wedding photography.

There are no rigid timelines, forced poses, or constant direction.

Instead, I document your day as it feels, the way hands reach, breaths catch, tears fall, and joy settles in. I step in only when guidance is needed, allowing the story to unfold naturally and honestly.

Because of the level of care, presence, and artistry involved, cinematic weddings and elopements begin at $6,500 and are offered on selective basis.



If you’re drawn to imagery that feels timeless, emotional, and deeply human — and you want your wedding documented as a lived experience rather than a production — I may be the right fit for you.

Luxury Wedding Portraits

Your wedding day, the way it felt.

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Wedding party celebrates and dances during sunset at an outdoor reception venue.
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Jessica Rae Weddings in Houston Texas
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Wedding guests enjoy an outdoor reception dinner at sunset with tall pine trees and white tablecloths in view.
A wedding ceremony setup in a mountain meadow with wooden triangle arches decorated with flowers and greenery.
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Cinematic Wedding Documentation — $6,500

Cinematic wedding coverage is offered as a fully curated, documentary experience, designed to preserve your day as it was lived, quietly, honestly, and with intention.


Every wedding collection includes:

  • 6 hours of continuous coverage

Documented unobtrusively to capture the natural rhythm, emotion, and in-between moments of your day.

  • Full digital gallery

A thoughtfully curated collection of images, edited in my signature cinematic style and delivered digitally.

  • 2–4 minute cinematic highlight film

A short film capturing the feeling, movement, and emotional arc of your day, designed to be revisited for years to come.

  • 16x20 Framed Fine Art Print

Your favorite image framed and printed for the wall.

  • Two-photographer coverage

A second photographer is included to allow multiple perspectives, fuller storytelling, and uninterrupted documentation.


Optional Add-Ons

For couples who wish to expand their coverage, the following add ons are available:

  • Additional coverage hours
  • Engagement session
  • Bridal boudoir session
  • Rehearsal dinner coverage

All add-ons are optional and designed to deepen your story, never to complicate it.


This experience is best suited for couples who trust the process and value storytelling over tradition.

*Elopements start at $4500 reach out for details*

Cinematic Documentary Wedding Photographer serving the greater Houston area. Reach out below to chat!

FAQ

How much should you spend on photography for a wedding?

You might run into a wide range of investment. I suggest you do your research, be sure that you mesh well with who you hire and remember you will get what you pay for. Be sure if you are looking for the full luxury experience you hire accordingly and if you are on a smaller budget consider having your guests photograph from their perspective. Just remember once a moment in time is over and gone all you have left is your memories and your pictures.

How do I find the right wedding photographer?

Most professionals like myself offer no obligation consultations. It is important for me to be sure we will work well together. Keep in mind that there is a huge variety in not only style of the images but wedding packages across other professionals. Do you want printed product? If so make sure you find someone who offers that. Do you want someone engaged with the planning of your big day? If so you'll want to be sure you hire someone willing to hold your hand every step of the way. So keep in mind what you want from your photographer and RESEARCH! Meet with a few even, its a big decision!

How many hours coverage should I get for my wedding day?

We offer 6 hours coverage but that can be customized to fit your needs. If you are having a large wedding (200+ Guests) or multiple venues you will likely want 8 hours coverage. Most photographers reserve the day for you so if you book something and need to add hours just ask and see what your photographer can offer.

Do you shoot destination weddings?

YES! I travel for your big day! Prices starting at $750 for travel and accommodations. Reach out for a custom quote.

Do you take posed group or formal wedding photos?

No. My work is entirely documentary and cinematic in approach. I do not direct or create formally posed group portraits. I focus on capturing your wedding day as it naturally unfolds, the movement, emotion, and in-between moments that tell the real story of how it felt.
If formally posed family groupings or traditional portrait sessions are important to you, I may not be the best fit and that’s okay. My role is to document, not orchestrate.

What is your approach to wedding day photography?

My approach is entirely documentary and cinematic. I do not create or direct posed group photos. Instead, I quietly observe and document your day as it unfolds, allowing moments to happen organically. This approach is best suited for couples who value presence, emotion, and storytelling over formal tradition.

Do you record our entire wedding day on video?

No. I don’t film your day continuously from start to finish.
Instead, I create a cinematic wedding film, a short, intentional highlight that tells the story of your day through emotion, movement, and meaningful moments.