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Carl Elixir Studio is an award-winning wedding photographer based in Washington, D.C. It is owned and operated by professional photographer Carl Elixir. Founded in 2006, the company specializes in a mix of photojournalistic and editorial photography styles influenced by both fine art and fashion photography. Capturing the beauty and excitement of each celebration, Carl Elixir Studio is a fitting choice for newly engaged couples.

Services Offered
Carl Elixir Studio works with each couple to design a package that is tailor-fitted to their wedding needs. Consultations are available ahead of time, affording you the opportunity to share your ideas and inspirations with your photographer. Your finished images will be made available to you in the form of high-resolution digital files, prints, albums, and proofs, as well as save-the-dates and thank-you cards. Other services include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Liability insurance
  • Second shooter
  • High-res images
  • Custom graphics
  • Photo editing
  • Additional hours
  • Engagement session
  • Elopement session

  • Asian-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
Custom Graphics
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$3,000

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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Reviews of Carl Elixir Studio

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Carl Elixir Studio has received rave reviews for their wedding photography services. Multiple reviewers praised the talented photographers, with special mentions for Jeff, Charles, and Tara. The team is described as professional, enthusiastic, and creative, capturing both candid and posed shots with precision and artistry. Guests and couples were highly satisfied with the high-quality images and prompt delivery. The studio's communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail were also commended. Overall, Carl Elixir Studio comes highly recommended for capturing the special moments of a wedding day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Carl Elixir Studio has received rave reviews for their wedding photography services. Multiple reviewers praised the talented photographers, with special mentions for Jeff, Charles, and Tara. The team is described as professional, enthusiastic, and creative, capturing both candid and posed shots with precision and artistry. Guests and couples were highly satisfied with the high-quality images and prompt delivery. The studio's communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail were also commended. Overall, Carl Elixir Studio comes highly recommended for capturing the special moments of a wedding day.

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Ada A. Sent on 11/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Carl Elixir captured moments that we will cherish for a lifetime

If a picture can say 1,000 words, then Carl’s pictures say 10,000. We knew we would get the best with Carl being our photographer and we are glad we didn’t skip out. The photos he delivered are just tiers above everything we’ve seen. They have the right balance of depth and softness and brings the moment to life. My husband and I are able to relive all of our wedding emotions and memories from these pictures.

Carl and Chuck’s energy was contagious the day if the wedding. They made all the pre-ceremony pictures enjoyable through the endless marathon of posing. Many laughs were shared from Chuck’s glowing energy. They were able to set the stage and guide you through the vision of the shot, not just telling us what to do. We were able to rely on their direction and they kept us on schedule. The candid shots taken during the ceremony and reception were just as amazing. Our guests raved how much excitement Carl and Chuck brought when it came time for them to take pictures.

While we wouldn’t say our wedding day felt like a blur, we would say it was a long day with so many events that there were times that we had to rush to stay on schedule. Going through these moments captured by Carl allows us to relive on our perfect day each time. We've received endless compliments and will cherish these pictures forever.
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Amal K. Sent on 01/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing talent

My husband and I had the best experience with the videographer and a photographer crew. The team captured our day perfectly as Morias. They had experience at the location and knew the perfect places to take photos. They also dealt with my crazy family which no many people can do. We appreciate their hard work and amazing talent. We would recommend Jeff and Jon a million times over.
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Nhi L. Sent on 12/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you CarlElixir for an Exceptionally pleasant experience.

I found CarlElixir on Instagram coincidentally during the time I was looking for a pre-wedding photoshoot. The experience we had with the customer support team, the manager and the photographer was more than amazing. Their team is very professional. Our photographer Jeff was very enthusiastic to take wonderful photos and we had great time working with him. The studio also did a nice job for editing. Overall, we highly recommend CarlElixir if you live in Northern VA area and looking for professional photoshoot.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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8 Endorsements
Nana Floral - Event Nana Floral - Event Wedding Florists

The compliments keep pouring in the pictures and if you’ve seen them, you'd understand why. We been working together for many events / special days and worked great as a team to make sure the wedding looked the best in every way. Carl was able to capture creative and innovative images that flattered all of the guests. The pictures have received tons of compliments and continue to help other vendors' portfolio as well. This is a young man who has natural talent and will go very far. All in all I'm extremely pleased with the results and would definitely work with him again and I HIGHLY recommend Carl to anyone who needs a good photographer.

Vanessa's Royal Designs Vanessa's Royal Designs Wedding Hair & Makeup

I had the opportunity to do the makeup for an engagement shoot and wedding that Carl photographed. The photos are drop dead gorgeous! He has an amazing eye for beauty and art. There seems to be a whimsical element in his photos. In addition to the amazing quality of his work, he is extremely professional. He showed up to the preparation venue earlier than scheduled and immediately began taking shots. There was no hesitation, indicating his great level of experience.

All The Dainty Details All The Dainty Details Wedding Planners

I am happy to recommend my couples to Carl Elixir Photography. Carl takes gorgeous, flawless photos. He is extremely professional, easy to work with, knowledgeable, and flexible to your needs. Carl Elixir Photography delivers stunning photos for your memorable day!

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