Working With Me

My approach to photographing weddings is observational, people-centered, and rooted in deep curiosity. I show up without preconceptions of what a wedding should look like, and instead document the experience and feeling of the day, reflecting diverse personalities, energies, and ways of being.

 

A wedding isn’t a photoshoot, so I don’t treat it like one. Rather than posing, I make space for spontaneity, connection, and ease. I focus on natural interactions and candid moments, keeping my eyes open to subtle gestures, unexpected details, and the magic in the ordinary.

 
 
 

I’m a grounded and calming presence, comfortable blending into a wide range of dynamics and environments. I show up with enthusiasm, joy, and a deep appreciation for the privilege of bearing witness. 

 
 
 

My documentary approach was born from a belief that you should be present to enjoy the entirety of your wedding, without missing anything. For that reason, I prioritize your experience of the day above all else. 

 

My hope is for you to feel seen, to see yourselves in your photos and to relive the energy of this fleeting time through transportive, emotive imagery. In exchange for letting go, you'll have an intimate, honest reflection and unscripted narrative of your wedding.

 

 

about me

Hi, I’m Rachelle. (she/her)

I live on the foggy coast in San Francisco, documenting weddings in Northern California and destinations around the world. I also hold space throughout the year for family documentary sessions. After over a decade as a wedding photographer, I’m still in awe of and grateful for the act of witnessing. 

I drink hot water and hot coffee daily, regardless of the weather. I’m a single mother to a brazen teenager and partner to a Venezuelan artist. Home is my sanctuary, where I’m surrounded by piles of books and art made by friends. I'm an empath, a tender weirdo, and a big-hearted queer human.