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I am a photographer. And I don't mean only that I can pick up a camera and take a great picture - I mean that every part of myself feels that picture. When I see an beautiful photo, I stop and admire everything about it. When I see amazing moments taking place in front of me, I want to remember them forever, as they are. And I want you to be able to remember them too! I want my photos to capture the entire feeling of a moment in a way that, when you look at them again, you are flooded with the emotions of that moment - that it brings you back to experience that joy over, and over again.

Although I love photographing families and children, I have found that my true joy behind the camera is capturing the emotions and excitement of a wedding day. Being able to experience two people's love, on that most important day, and to capture those beautiful memories, is an awesome honor. When I'm with my brides and grooms, I can't help but get excited and nervous for them! (I've even cried at a few ceremonies!) I'm a sucker for true love, and I want all of my clients to be able to see how they radiate their love on the day they are becoming husband and wife.

My wedding photography encompasses candid and posed portraits, along with my own artistic flair, to create the story of your day, from beginning to end. By focusing on both the small and epic moments throughout the day, the photos and albums I deliver will allow you to experience the wonderful memories and emotions you felt all over again, for years to come!

I would love to get the opportunity to know you and to talk about your plans for your BIG day. Feel free to contact me directly at cathysmithphotography@gmail.com - I look forward to talking to you!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$495

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,995

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

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
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Reviews of Cathy Smith Photography

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Cheryl L. Sent on 12/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Cathy captures with her camera what your heart feels on your special day!

CATHY SMITH PHOTOGRAPHY IS A FAMILY TRADITION ,
SHE PHOTOGRAPHED MY SONS WEDDING AND MOST RECENTLY MY DAUGHTERS WEDDING, HONESTLY HANDS DOWN AFTER SEEING MY SONS WEDDING PHOTOS THERE WAS NO QUESTION WHO WOULD BE DOING MY DAUGHTERS WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHS AS WELL AS HER ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS WHICH WE USED FOR THE SAVE THE DATES, THEY WERE DONE IN THE FALL AND THE COLORS AND BACKDROPS CATHY USED WERE CREATIVE AND VIBRANT AND SHE REALLY CAPTURED LOVE ON FILM!!!! CATHY IS FRIENDLY AND SHE HAS A KNACK FOR JUST KNOWING WHAT YOU WANT BEFORE YOU EVEN DO..SHE IS AMAZING ARTISTICALLY AND HER EYE FOR DETAIL IS TRULY WHAT MAKES HER ABLE TO CAPTURE THE FAIRYTALE!!! SHE IS VERY INTUNE WITH HER BRIDES AND FAMILIES , SHE CAPTURES WHAT YOUR HEART WISHES YOU WOULD REMEMBER FOREVER. MOMENTS ARE CAPTURED FOR A LIFETIME THROUGH HER LENS, FOR GENERATIONS AND ANNIVERSARIES TO COME.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND CATHY SMITH FOR ANY EVENT... TRULY SHE IS TALENTED AND JUST CAPTURES LIFES MOMENTS IN THE MOST CREATIVE , HEARTFELT WAY.
SHE IS EASY TO WORK WITH AND SHE IS VERY RESPONSIVE WITH CORRESPONDANCE, I ALWAYS FELT LIKE I WAS IMPORTANT AND HER ONLY WEDDING SHE WAS PHOTOGRAPHING.
IF YOUR LOOKING TO CAPTURE THE FAIRYTALE , OR JUST LIFE SPECIAL MOMENTS ...
CATHY SMITH IS HANDS DOWN THE BEST OF THE BEST !
I FEEL LIKE I AM NOT SAYING ENOUGH TO SHINE THE LIGHTS ON HER AND HER TALENTS ...
I AM THANKFUL FOR CATHY AND I STILL GET EMOTIONAL GOING THROUGH THE PHOTOGRAPHS SHE CAPTURED OF MY DAUGHTERS WEDDING...
THANK YOU CATHY FOR EVERYTHING!
YOU ARE OUR FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER FOR LIFE..
WITH A GRATEFUL HEART,
CHERYL LOGAN (MOTHER OF THE BRIDE)
THE JONES WEDDING * TYLER AND JESSICA*
THE HISTORIC POST OFFICE
HAMPTON , VIRGINIA
10/26/2019
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Jamie Y. Sent on 01/26/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience

Cathy and her assistant were fabulous to work with. They made wedding day photos a breeze. My family and I absolutely love the photographs. Cathy did such an amazing job. I highly recommend Cathy Smith.
Brandee
Brandee T. Sent on 01/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Stress free

We ended up having a micro wedding during the pandemic which threw everything we had planned for our special day out the window. Cathy was more than accommodating with continuing to go along with our new plan. She went above and beyond for us and we appreciate her kindness and her talent. She captured some beautiful shots of our family and I’m so grateful! I would highly recommend Cathy Smith Photography for your special occasion!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Simply Elegant by Audra Simply Elegant by Audra Wedding Hair & Makeup

Cathy and I have known each other personally and professionally for many years. She is a genuine person and very professional when it comes to her work. She has an eye for detail and doesn't miss anything. If you were uncertain about hiring a photographer for your big day look no further! You won't regret it.

Reverend Ken Lane Reverend Ken Lane Wedding Officiants

Kathy is not only an amazing photographer but is also very non-intrusive during the ceremony and is just super laid-back and wonderful to work with!

Cherry Blossom Planning Factory Cherry Blossom Planning Factory Wedding Planners

Cathy is a trooper! We recently had a wedding together and she was all smiles despite being very sick. It's clear she goes above and beyond for her couples and puts everyone before her first. Add beautiful photography to the mix and you have yourself a winner!

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