Working With Me

My documentary approach is community-centered and rooted in presence. I show up with curiosity rather than preconceptions of what a wedding should look like, and I prioritize the way couples want to experience their day.

 

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

 
 

Creating an affirming, safe, and inclusive space, especially for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, is of utmost importance to me. It matters that people feel seen, and can see themselves reflected in their photos.

 
 

Hi, I’m Rachelle. (she/her)

I live on the foggy coast in San Francisco, documenting weddings in Northern California and occasionally in other parts of the world. I also hold space throughout the year for family documentary sessions. I work with a mix of digital and film, each with its own purpose and magic. Photographing weddings full time since 2012, I feel eternally grateful for being invited into people’s lives.

I drink hot water and hot coffee daily, regardless of the weather. Home is my sanctuary, where I’m surrounded by plants, piles of books, and art made by friends. I'm an empath, a tender weirdo, an anti-imperialist, and a big-hearted queer human.

If this resonates with you, I’d love to connect!