Crystal Genes Photography

About Crystal Genes Photography

Crystal Genes Photography

Owner

Color. Laughter. Personality. Three words that I think best sum up my images. I've been shooting weddings for over 15 years and loving every minute of it! From Martha's Vineyard to Puerto Rico, NYC to Portland & all in between, I've documented some amazing events. Big or small, the photos from your wedding day will travel with you throughout your lifetime.

My favorite way to document a wedding is by focusing on the unique personality and excitement that you, your friends and family, and your vision all bring together so that you won't miss a single moment and you can relive it for years to come. If you love real af wedding photography and your style is fun, vibrant, and just a little bit quirky, I'd love to hear from you!

Services

Bride-only session
Engagement session
Extra hours
Image editing
Online proofing
Printing rights
Same-day edits
Second photographer

Photo formats

Digital

Deliverables

Digital files
Digital rights
Online gallery
Photo box
Printed enlargements
Same/next-day sneak-peek images
Slideshow
Wedding album

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Wedding giveaway winner
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•Krista•Dec 16, 2024
We were fortunate enough to win a giveaway that included Crystal as a photographer for our wedding. Crystal is delightful to work with. She is professional while warm and fun to work with. Our photos turned out so beautifully. She perfectly captured our whimsical colorful wedding. I suggest her to everyone who tells me they’re getting married.
Best Photographer for fun weddings
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•Harrison G.•Nov 4, 2024
Crystal was one of the best things we spent money on for our wedding. From our engagement shoot on the coast to a perfect wedding day, Crystal helped us navigate the process and captured exactly what we wanted of our special day. Her portraits were amazing but the action shots of everybody having a blast at the wedding reception was where her talents really shine. A kind and talented vendor that I would recommend to any couple tying the knot.
Unbeatable Photos
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•Mollie E.•Jul 5, 2024
Crystal of Crystal Genes Photography was a joy to work with for our wedding. Her communication style is direct, kind, and informative which made the awkwardness we both feel behind the lens of a camera melt away. The quality and uniqueness of her work is exceptional - she has a true talent for capturing emotional moments with beautiful composition and lighting. On our rainy wedding day, Crystal came prepared with umbrellas and tirelessly worked throughout the event to suggesting backdrops and decor for stunning photos. She is professional, confident, and capable with a passion for her craft that shines through. I wholeheartedly recommend Crystal to any couple looking for a photographer who will help make your wedding memories as special as the day itself.
The best of the best photographers around!
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•Nicole Issler Events•Apr 19, 2022
Crystal is one my absolute favorite photographers I have ever worked with, and as a planner that has collectively done almost 700 weddings I have worked with a ton of photographers. Her attention to detail, her shooting style, her ability to snap the best candids, her fun & very pleasant attitude & really I could go on about all of the wonderful qualities she embodies as a photographer & a person. Not only do I recommend her to every single one of my clients, I also use Crystal to shoot my family photos, which I know isn't easy with two very energetic toddlers & a dog. She has captured some truly amazing photos of my family that I will cherish forever.

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Typically, couples book me about 13 months before their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.

A second photographer can be added to any collection if desired!

Definitely. All final images will be edited for color, vibrancy, exposure, and sharpness to ensure they look beautiful and professional. I also offer extensive retouching services like blemish and object removal and teeth whitening for an additional charge.

No, I prefer focusing on photography only, so you can get the best wedding pictures possible. However, I do have several videographers I love working with, if you need a recommendation.

My turnaround time varies by season. I aim to post a sneak peek on social media within a few days after your wedding, and I post a bigger sneak peek on my blog within a week or two so that you have something to show off while I work on the bulk of your images. Typically, you’ll be able to view your full photo gallery online about 4-8 weeks after your wedding.

You can expect about 100 images per hour of photographing. But keep in mind this estimate varies depending on your wedding package, number of guests, venue type, and other factors. I also deliver all images in both color and black and white.

I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.

In my 17 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never canceled a booking. In the very rare event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, I’ll make sure you’re covered by one of my colleagues or contracted assistant. And unless I am physically unable to, all the wedding images would still be retouched and handled by me so that you still receive the same editing style and delivery.

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Crystal Genes Photography

About Crystal Genes Photography

Crystal Genes Photography

Services

Services

Photo formats

Deliverables

Reviews

Wedding giveaway winner

Best Photographer for fun weddings

Unbeatable Photos

The best of the best photographers around!

Real wedding inspiration featuring Crystal Genes Photography

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