Leah O'Connell

Charlottesville family photographer

Charlottesville wedding photography with a journalistic feel for small & intimate celebrations

My style for capturing weddings boils down to just that - capturing. Not staging or forcing. Not rearranging your entire wedding timeline "for the photos."  (Though I can direct those classic family formal swith the best of 'em.)

My goal is to be an easy-going, but take-control-when-I-need-to photographer who will notice all the nuance, humor, and emotion in the day and add only good vibes to what's already unfolding: a love story. 

For couples who care less about perfection and more about having a really good time on their wedding day.

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Wedding photography doesn't mean you have to pose for an hour of portraits when you really want to hit up that food truck and grab a margarita. We can work with whatever timeline feels good.

It doesn't have to be awkward

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I believe the picture of your Nana doing the salsa with a cocktail in her hand is more important than 10 styled images of your shoes and rings. I'll capture all the details, but when push comes to shove, your story is more valuable than what works for a magazine.

I prioritize the story.

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You won't find me walking down the aisle in front of you or up in your face while you exchange your rings. I won't bring crazy lighting set-ups or smoke bombs or recreate cheesy poses from Pinterest. I'm here for the real stuff and won't be a drama queen about it.

Typically, my brides and grooms are laid-back and easy-going, too, so we make the perfect team.

No drama

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Nobody wants to wait 3 months for their wedding pics. Get excited for a next-day sneak peek and your full gallery within 2 weeks. Feel all the feels all over again and use easy tools to get your favorites printed in keepsakes you'll cherish forever. 

Quick turn-around

what to expect

pre-wedding chat and planning
4 hour coverage 
full custom gallery with digital download access
custom downloadable slideshow

$3200

Every couple's wedding day, timeline, and needs are different, so your investment will be, too. As a guideline, this is a sample base package for a small event. 

more coverage time
engagement session
keepsake album
assistant photographer
travel > 1 hour from Charlottesville

Custom options to add include: 

Investment

Please reach out to talk details about your day!