Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding Photographer in Chattanooga, TN
At Rich Smith Photography, we specialize in capturing the authentic connections between couples through wedding photography. With over a decade of experience, our approach focuses on documenting genuine moments rather than staged poses, allowing the natural energy and emotions of each relationship to shine through. My wife Heather and I work collaboratively, combining my extroverted personality and passion for candid storytelling with her meticulous attention to detail. We prioritize building personal relationships with clients, ensuring they feel comfortable and excited throughout the process.Our services extend beyond weddings to include engagement sessions, family photography, and destination events. Every collection includes high-resolution digital files, online galleries, and personalized consultation. We maintain transparency in our pricing and processes, with flexible options available for both local and international weddings. Our commitment to quality is reflected in the thousands of satisfied clients who have trusted us to preserve their most meaningful moments.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Destination Weddings
Photo Albums
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We specialize in documenting genuine connections rather than staged poses
- Over 10 years of experience photographing weddings globally
- Heather Smith provides second shooter services and post-production expertise
- Transparent pricing with flexible collections for all budget levels
- Clients receive both high-resolution and web-optimized digital files
What people say
Genuine connections captured
Fun and relaxed experience
Authentic storytelling approach
High-resolution digital files
Personalized service
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings through candid, storytelling imagery that captures authentic connections between couples and guests. Our approach prioritizes natural moments over posed shots, with full-day coverage options available. Clients receive extensive consultation, online galleries, and high-resolution files for personal printing.
Engagement Sessions
Creating memorable pre-wedding portraits that showcase couples' unique relationships through relaxed, location-based photography. These sessions help build comfort with the camera while producing shareable images for invitations or social media, with optional anniversary session upgrades available.
Family Portraits
Documenting family dynamics through natural, activity-based photography that captures genuine interactions rather than formal poses. Sessions typically occur at clients' homes or meaningful locations, focusing on preserving authentic moments that reflect each family's unique character and relationships.
Destination Weddings
Providing wedding coverage for international and remote locations with transparent travel pricing. Our services include local knowledge integration, adaptable shooting styles for different environments, and specialized logistics planning to ensure seamless documentation of destination celebrations.
Legacy Albums
Creating custom-designed wedding albums that curate the best images from each event into heirloom-quality books. Available in multiple sizes, these albums use premium materials and professional design to tell the complete visual story of clients' wedding days for generations to enjoy.
People
Rich Smith
Lead Photographer
Award-winning wedding photographer with over a decade of experience capturing authentic connections through candid imagery. Specializes in storytelling through spontaneous moments while maintaining technical excellence in diverse environments.
Heather Smith
Second Photographer
Experienced associate photographer providing secondary coverage for weddings and events. Handles post-production editing, client consultations, and business operations while offering complementary photographic perspective during sessions.
Questions
What makes your wedding photography approach unique?
We focus on documenting genuine connections rather than staged poses, encouraging natural interactions that reflect each couple's authentic relationship through spontaneous, storytelling imagery.
Do you offer services for smaller weddings or elopements?
Yes, we provide flexible collections for intimate events during off-peak days, with customized options available for ceremonies requiring less than five hours of coverage.
How do travel fees work for destination weddings?
Travel within 1-hour of Chattanooga is free. Additional costs include $200/night per diem plus $35/hour driving or calculated airfare. Detailed breakdowns provided during initial consultations.
What's included in your standard wedding collections?
All packages include pre-wedding consultation, full-day coverage, online gallery access, high-resolution digital files with printing rights, and event coordination cards for guest direction.
Can we add a second photographer to our package?
Yes, second shooters are available as an add-on for any collection, with pricing starting at $500 for partial coverage and $1,200 for full-day assistance from our associate photographers.
Do you offer payment plans or financing options?
We require a $1,500 retainer to secure dates with final payment due one week before events. While we don't offer formal financing, we accept credit card payments with a 2.99% processing fee.
