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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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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$1,049

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,495

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?

Film
Natural
Photojournalism
Vintage

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
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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Victoria
Victoria P. Sent on 07/04/2022
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5 stars *****

Rachel is AMAZING! She has all of the qualities you want in your wedding photographer. First of all, she an eye for capturing beautiful photos. I treasure the pictures her and her teammate (other Rachel) captured. The editing is very natural and colorful, and they look even better on prints! She is so organized, and this is SO important on your wedding day. We vetted the timeline together before, and day of she was ready to tackle the day and made sure not a minute was missed. I felt like we had an instant connection when we first met, and I felt so comfortable sharing the day with her. I can't imagine another photographer hyping me up and sharing so many special moments with. Post wedding - she followed through on everything she said she would with sneak peaks within a week, and the full edited album within 8 weeks. I was very pleased with the quality of the pictures, and loved them so much to order several prints! She even helped with some questions on ordering 3 months post wedding. I would highly recommend Rachel to anyone. Thank you for everything!
Mary
Mary H. Sent on 10/08/2021
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I'd give a million stars if I could

I would encourage every bride to stop your search for the perfect wedding photographer; Rachel and the Papillon team are just that. It all started back in 2017 when Rachel photographed my high school senior photos, so when I got engaged in 2020 I knew it had to be her! I can confidently say my wedding would simply have not been the same without her. Not only is she a warm, friendly soul who will inevitably put you at ease on your big day, she is also incredibly focused, talented, and devoted to getting the most perfect shots of your dreams. Rachel was fantastic at making sure that she understood my vision and consistently made sure we were on the same page, making her a top-notch communicator! Day of, she was timely and focused but also encouraged me to feel excited. Rachel even saved the day when a thunderstorm ruined our sparkler exit, suggesting our guests form a tunnel for us to run through. The exit photos still turned out so beautifully, and I am so grateful for her quick thinking. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you thank you thank you to Rachel and Gabe! xo, Mary and Joseph (the Merediths 💗)
Jennifer
Jennifer P. Sent on 05/01/2021
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Awe-mazing!

We HIGHLY recommended Rachel. You will LOVED her from the first moment you meet her. She did both our Engagement photos and Wedding Photos. She was very fun and brought life to our photo shoot. Her and Gabe found all the right shots and angles, we loved EVERY photo! We will be seeing Rachel again for future photos!
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Rachel White
Rachel White
Owner

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.

Kaitlin Greenway
Kaitlin Greenway
Associate Photographer

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.

Gabriel Wilson
Gabriel Wilson
Wedding Photography Assistance

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.

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