What It’s Like to Work With Me | Reno & Lake Tahoe Wedding & Elopement Photographer

Hey friend! Whether you’re dreaming of a Lake Tahoe elopement, a cozy Reno micro wedding, or a full celebration somewhere far away, here’s a peek at what working together actually looks like. Grab a coffee & let’s go!

Connection

This part matters most to me! My couples are quirky, adventurous & full of life (just like me!), & the best photos happen when we truly get each other. If your heart is screaming “YES!” while you read this, we’re already on the right track. Still have questions? No worries! Let’s hop on a quick connection call & make sure we’re the perfect fit.

Booking with my team? Connection is just as important here! I’m still your main point of contact. I handle all the behind the scenes details, chat with you before the big day & personally hand pick the photographer from my team who fits your vibe best. So yes, we’re still going to be friends! 💛

Make it official

Ready to lock it in? Woohoo! Once you pick your package, I’ll send over an online proposal with your custom contract, invoice & payment schedule. Pay your 25% retainer & your date is officially yours! From there, I’m as involved as you want me to be, whether that’s helping you find the perfect Tahoe ceremony spot or sending tips along the way.

Booking with my team? Same easy process! Everything books directly through me, so you get the same proposal, the same support & the same Alley Rose Co experience.

Adding Value

Engagement sessions are a huge part of the experience! It’s our chance to get to know each other & practice being in front of the camera somewhere relaxed & pressure free. Already did engagement photos or just not your thing? Totally fine! We can use that time another way, like adding an extra hour on your wedding day or doing a “Happily Ever After” session in your dress.

This “Value Hour” is included in my wedding packages & some elopement packages, but you can always add a session on. My goal is to make this whole thing easy & amazing for you!

Booking with my team? Same deal! You still get your Value Hour, plus $500 off my package price when you book with one of my amazing associate photographers. 

Planning

I’m here for all of it! Fun fact: I was planning my own wedding before I was even engaged (a little eager? maybe!). From picking your venue to recommending incredible local vendors around Reno & Tahoe, I’ve got you every step of the way. Want even more wedding planning tips? Tune in to my podcast, When in White, where I chat with brides & wedding pros about all things wedding planning! 🎙️

Want it all done for you? For elopements, I offer full planning & coordination! As an overly organized human, this is my happy place. I’ll help you choose vendors & handle the day-of logistics (think florists, hair & makeup, even luxury picnics) so your elopement feels completely stress-free. Not adding full planning? I’ll still share all my favorite tips & recs so you feel confident planning on your own.

Booking with my team? I still plan alongside you! Before your wedding, I’ll pass along your timeline, family photo list & all your must-have shots to your photographer so they show up ready to go.

Happily Ever After

After the big day, I get right to work! I’ll go through your photos & give them a quick base edit so you can soak up the vibe of your day right away. You’ll get about 60 photos per hour of coverage, usually within just a few days!

From there, I’ll need one thing from you: pick your FINAL images! These are the ones that get the full treatment: retouching (surprise breakout? no prob!), cropping, consistent color & any tweaks from the base edit. Once you send your picks, they go into my editing queue & come back to you in about 4 to 8 weeks (often sooner!). Then share them with family, download them, or order prints. I always recommend a professional print lab so your photos look as good on paper as they do on screen.

Now grab a bottle of wine & relive the magic!