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Established in the Fall of 2011 with a purpose in mind: to capture the most important moments of your life. Our specialization is in weddings along with candid, authentic portraiture. We are an inclusive team of photographers who enjoy capturing the important moments and the ones in-between. We are always ready for adventure and we have a goal to inspire everyone we connect with to love fiercely and to be passionate about their beautiful lives. Welcome to Papillon Visuals; it's a pleasure to meet you.
We love capturing authentic moments and creating a one-of-a-kind experience for every bride and individual that we work with. Our favorite thing is working with beautiful people (and you all are) who are passionate about every detail of their wedding or shoot. People who recognize the value of making it a timeless, unique, and unforgettable day. If you truly want to connect with your photographers in order to create something amazing, we're your people!
WE WELCOME ALL GENDERS, ABILITIES, COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATIONS, RACES, & RELIGIONS.
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I'M RACHEL & IT'S SO NICE TO MEET YOU! { OWNER & LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER }
Those closest to me know that my dream is to spread kindness everywhere I go. I believe in authenticity, and that reflects in the art that I create. I am deeply passionate about making others feel like their best selves, and I photograph those who desire to preserve the special moments of their lives. I consider myself fortunate because I get to provide my clients their important memories in photograph form.
As a photographer, I have nine years of experience under my belt, a consistent five-star review track record. Fun fact: the furthest we've been for a wedding is Stavanger, Norway. When I'm not busy elsewhere you can find me spending time with my boyfriend of seven years, Gabriel. We live in Athens, GA with our rescue pup Ellie. Together with my best friend/business partner Skay, we work at Papillon Visuals as local and destination wedding photographers.
A few more things about me:
- I have a degree in Psychology and am currently working on my Bachelor's in Business/Marketing
- I have played guitar and classical piano for most of my life
- Charcuterie is my favorite way to snack and I always have it on hand
- I an an ENFJ-P and an enneagram 4
- I own exactly forty-nine pairs of shoes and the count is ever growing
WHAT DOES THE WORD PAPILLON (PRONOUNCED LIKE päpēˈyôn) MEAN?Our business name means "butterfly" in French, a language that is close to my heart. Butterflies encompass beauty, freedom, hope, and rebirth. I renamed my business Papillon Visuals in 2021 because that is what I wish for you. If I have the privilege of capturing a photograph of you, I hope it will make you feel beautiful, free, and hopeful as you continue to grow into your best self.
Specialities: elopements, destination weddings, boudoir, all types of portrait sessions, videography.
I'M KAITLIN, ASSOCIATE LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER.
Hey there, I’m Kaitlin! I’m so stoked to get the chance to capture some of your biggest milestones through photography. I’ve always had a creative eye and an affinity for good design, which is why I love being behind the camera in addition to my job as a Creative Specialist. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from GCSU in 2017 and currently reside in Atlanta. I’m a self-taught photographer who loves celebrating others and serving them through creativity and kindness. My goal is always to make your special day as seamless and authentic to you as possible!
The way to my heart: Chick-Fil-A, candles, fresh flowers, and sweet tea!
Specialities: full-length weddings, engagement sessions, videography.
I'M GABRIEL, ASSISTANT PHOTOGRAPHER.
When I'm not photographing weddings with Rach, you'll find me listening to music, watching a movie, reading a book, or writing stories of my own. Fun fact: I am the third of six children. At the age of nine, I attempted my first written work of fiction in an old three-ring binder. I love expressing myself artistically and my enjoyment of photography, music, cinema, and travel stem from that. So far in my travels, I have ventured to Norway, France, Israel, and much of the United States. In 2020 I graduated from the University of Georgia with a BA in English. Follow me on Instagram.
Photography is another way for me to get to tell a story--I would love the opportunity to tell yours.
Speciality: wedding photography assistance.