A Cincinnati wedding photographer

welcome to rachel elyse photography

for couples who want to feel fully present on their wedding day.

featuring a mix of digital, 35mm film, & super 8 film

Because when you feel comfortable… everything changes.

Your shoulders soften.
Your laughter comes easier.
Your hands reach for each other without thinking.

The real emotions — the teary smiles, the quiet squeezes, the forehead kisses when no one’s watching — they don’t happen when you’re rushed or posed to perfection.

They happen when you feel safe.
When you feel seen.
When you’re simply allowed to be in it.

The most beautiful images aren’t created by pressure.
They’re born from presence.

And presence begins with feeling completely at ease. ✨

hire a photographer that helps you slow down, feel relaxed & be able to soak it all in.

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you are planning the most joyful day of your life

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ALL ABOUT rachel

Photography, for me, has always been about bringing light into the world — not by forcing perfection, but by honoring the beauty that already exists. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, I document weddings with the belief that they are made up of more than just the big moments; they live in the quiet glances, the deep breaths, the laughter, and the way it all feels when you’re fully present with the people you love most.

My approach is rooted in connection. When you feel comfortable and cared for, your photos naturally become more honest, emotional, and meaningful.

I'm Rachel

Kind words from Cincinnati & Dayton couples

ALLISON & CALEB

''She made us feel comfortable, and we’re so grateful to remember our big days with such beautiful snapshots.''

01/04

Do yourself a favor and hire Rachel right now! We were lucky enough to have Rachel for not one, but both of our weddings. She does a phenomenal job. She makes you feel comfortable which was so important for us. Our wedding pictures are stunning and we are so grateful to be able to remember our big days with such beautiful snapshots.

haley & Mike

02/04

''She is so personal, warm and friendly and is more than willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. We were so lucky to have her for ours! "

Rachel is not only a wonderful photographer that captured so many unforgettable moments during our special day, but she was there every step of the way as an extra layer of support through the wedding process.

Micaela & Josiah

''We were super nervous, but she made us feel so at ease and comfortable and our pictures turned out beautiful.''

III

I really appreciate how your images feel authentic to the actual wedding day. The colors pop beautifully without feeling over-filtered, making the photos feel like a genuine reflection of what the day truly looked and felt like.

03/04

SARA & ZACH

"We were so lucky to have you there capturing our wedding day."

Thank you so much for everything you did on our wedding day! Zach and I were so lucky to have you capturing our moments. I can’t imagine the work it takes to be an awesome mom and kicking butt as a photographer, but you seem to be crushing both.

04/04

For couples who love nostalgia

I offer 35mm film and Super 8 film, a storytelling layer that feels cinematic, raw, and deeply personal.
It’s imperfect in the most beautiful way.

Like memory itself.