Business Details
10 Years
experience
Charlottesville Wedding Photographer | Jessica Lapp Photography
Jessica Lapp Photography is a Charlottesville-based studio specializing in wedding and portrait photography that prioritizes authentic storytelling and timeless artistry. Founded in 2016, our approach blends film and digital mediums to create heirloom-quality images that capture the emotional essence of life's most meaningful moments. With over 120 weddings documented, we focus on creating relaxed, personalized experiences that allow clients to fully immerse themselves in their celebrations while we preserve every detail.Our work emphasizes natural light, candid emotions, and intentional composition, ensuring each gallery reflects the unique personality of the subjects. We serve couples and families across Virginia, offering tailored services including engagement sessions, fine art albums, and drone photography. Our commitment to excellence extends to seamless coordination with planners and vendors, ensuring a stress-free experience from initial consultation to final delivery.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Film Photography
Digital Photography
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of wedding photography experience with 120+ documented celebrations
- Our signature blend of film and digital photography creates timeless, multi-dimensional galleries
- Personalized guidance ensures stress-free experiences tailored to each couple's unique vision
- Second photographer included in all wedding packages for comprehensive coverage
- Comprehensive timeline coordination with planners and vendors for seamless execution
What people say
Perfectly framed moments
Genuine emotion capture
Stunning artful galleries
Seamless vendor coordination
Comfortable candid photography
Services
Wedding Photography
Comprehensive wedding day coverage using film and digital mediums to capture ceremonies, portraits, and candid moments. Our approach prioritizes emotional storytelling while ensuring technical excellence. Services include timeline coordination, two photographers, and curated editing for cohesive galleries that preserve every significant detail of your celebration.
Engagement Sessions
Relaxed photography sessions designed to document couples' relationships before their wedding day. These sessions help build comfort with the camera while creating beautiful images that tell your unique love story. Available as standalone sessions or package add-ons with personalized location and styling options.
Family Portraits
Timeless photography capturing family connections at any stage of life. Sessions focus on natural interactions and heirloom-quality composition, using both film and digital formats. Ideal for documenting milestones while preserving authentic relationships through intentional, artful imagery.
Film Photography
Specialized film photography services using medium format and 35mm cameras. This classic medium provides unique depth and warmth, perfect for creating archival-quality images. Available as part of wedding packages or standalone sessions for clients seeking traditional photographic aesthetics.
Digital Photography
High-resolution digital photography capturing vibrant details and dynamic lighting conditions. This format allows for immediate image review and flexible post-processing while maintaining artistic integrity. Combined with film for comprehensive coverage of key moments and details.
People
Jessica Lapp
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with over a decade of experience capturing weddings and family milestones. Specializes in blending film and digital mediums to create emotionally resonant imagery. Former music student turned visual storyteller, known for creating relaxed, authentic photography experiences.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We combine classic film photography with modern digital techniques to create timeless images that emphasize natural light, emotional authenticity, and artistic composition.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes, engagement sessions are available as part of wedding packages or separately, providing couples with relaxed, romantic photography experiences tailored to their relationship story.
What's included in wedding collections?
All collections include full-day coverage, two photographers, film and digital imaging, curated editing, and coordination with planners. Add-ons like albums and rehearsal dinner coverage are available.
How do you handle timeline coordination?
We work directly with couples and planners to create detailed photography timelines, ensuring smooth execution while maintaining flexibility for spontaneous moments throughout your celebration.
What's your experience level?
With over a decade in the industry and 120+ weddings documented, our experience ensures expert guidance through every stage of your photography experience.
