African American couple share a dip kiss in front of The Greenbrier hotel in White Sulphur Springs, WV

YOUR Wedding day

BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED


FOR INTIMATE & ONE-OF-A-KIND PHOTOS THAT ARE TRULY YOURS TO

ENJOY FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIVES.

YOUR Wedding day

BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED


FOR INTIMATE & ONE-OF-A-KIND PHOTOS THAT ARE TRULY YOURS TO

ENJOY FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIVES.

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FIRST THINGS FIRST...

CONGRATULATIONS on your engagement & future marriage!!!!


Embrace this special time in your relationship. You're transitioning from 'girlfriend' or 'boyfriend' to 'fiancé' or 'fiancée'. Your new ring sparkles with joy and hope, and that Pinterest board you began back in high school is finally getting a makeover.


As the planning unfolds, you've begun searching for the perfect engagement and wedding photographer to capture your hard work and the essence of your day.


These moments deserve to be documented authentically. With the right photographer, your memories will be immortalized in a love story that you can relive time and time again when you look through your wedding album.


Let's work together to ensure your journey is beautifully captured and forever treasured!


Let's illustrate your love story!


AS YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER, I DO SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST TAKE PRETTY PHOTOS OF YOUR WEDDING DAY.


From fetching shoes to fixing veils, holding bouquets to capturing candid moments, I'm your all-in-one support; there for support and to keep things calm.


Think of me as your hair-fixing, boutonniere-pinning, bra strap-hiding bestie for the day. I do everything I can to ensure you look your absolute best.


But beyond the role of helper and confidant, my true expertise is weaving your love story into each photo. Every image of the two of you will encapsulate a special moment, serving as a timeless treasure to relive for generations.


Your wedding day will be magical, filled with beautiful moments and unforgettable memories.


Let's embark on this journey together, crafting a collection of images that will forever serve as a testament to your love and happiness on this unforgettable day.

Couple poses by a lake | Terra Alta, WV

Ranked THE #3 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER in Fairmont, WV & #9 Wedding photographer in the state of Wv according to WeddingRule!

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Bride and groom celebrate their new marriage with a sparkler exit from the White Barn at Lucas Farms in Oakland, MD

Like the perfect venue or attire, your photographer should be a seamless fit. They're there for your intimate day, and you'll spend most of it together.



I specialize in suiting diverse couples, capturing beautiful photos and heirlooms for lasting memories.


That said, I'm trying to work with couples who:


1.) Are super freaking cool (or at least their friends think so!)

2.) Are incredibly in love with each other + not afraid to show it

3.) Aren't afraid to get a little wet or dirty if it makes for an awesome photo

4.) Understand the value of a photograph + what it can provide

5.) Will be supplying some kind of delicious dessert after dinner

(Well, okay, so maybe number 5 isn't that important...)

If this sounds like the two of you, I'M the perfect photographer to capture your big day! Let's connect!

 

The Booking Process for Weddings & Elopements:

 

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1. Reach out

After you choose a package, fill out the contact form or send me an email. I try to respond ASAP, usually within a day or two. You'll also get my phone number after filling out the contact for, so feel free to shoot a text my way as well.

couple pose in a sunflower field | engagement session | west virginia engagement session

2. Get Acquainted

Every couple deserves to have a wedding photographer that they can trust to do the job and vibe with along the way.


Let's chat, whether it's via phone or video call or a meeting in person. It serves as an opportunity to for you to discuss plans of the day, us to go over pricing and contracts, and more.


Plus, I want to know all the cheesy details about how you two met, how the proposal went down, and any more fun details about who you are as a couple... these meetings help me get to know you, too! 


| West Virginia Wedding Photographer | Wedding at Coopers Rock

3. Seal The Deal

Once you choose a package, you'll sign a contract and pay a 25% retainer fee to secure your spot.


Once those two things are taken care of, you have officially booked your wedding photographer! (Do a little dance or give yourself a pat on the back!)

| West Virginia Wedding Photographer | Wedding at Plantation Inn, Jane Lew WV |  Wedding at Coopers Rock

4. fun ENGAGEMENT or bridal SESSION

 

 

Prepare for a super fun engagement, wedding attire, anniversary, or boudoir session. We'll brainstorm ideas to make it feel uniquely you.


For an engagement session, you can keep it simple or go all out – the choice is yours! Whether you choose a tranquil park, your favorite spot, or a unique location, these sessions are a chance for your personalities and love to shine. Or we can celebrate your anniversary a year later in the same manner.


Or, consider a wedding attire session for elegant portraits in your wedding attire. Plus, if you schedule your makeup trial on the same day, you can test how your makeup photographs. (so it's a win-win, really.)

I also offer boudoir sessions as an option. These can be done solo or as a couple & make for a great wedding gift for your S.O.


These sessions are about capturing your essence, making every photo a treasured memory.

| West Virginia Wedding Photographer | Wedding at Coopers Rock | Bride and Groom

5. Final Details

 

A month before your wedding, we'll go over all the specifics for a seamless day via a questionnaire.


A week or two before your wedding, we can hop on the phone for a chat. Last-minute changes? No problem. Details you forgot to mention? Let’s get them sorted. Nothing to discuss? That's fine too, let's just check in to confirm we are on the same page.

Bride and Groom in field at sunset  | West Virginia Wedding Photographer | Wedding at Plantation Inn, Jane Lew WV | The Wild Sonflower

6. Wedding Day

Me and my talented team will show up and capture all of those special moments your wedding day will hold.


Mom helping you into your outfit, your bridal party seeing you all glammed up for the first time, the happy tears you shed during your private vow exchange or first touch, the moment your eyes meet as you come down the aisle to say "I do", your first dance as a married couple, the grand send-off at the end of the night...


Expect to see all of the moments and more in your wedding gallery!

Bride and Groom show off their wedding rings | West Virginia Wedding Photographer | Wedding at Plantation Inn, Jane Lew WV | The Wild Sonflower

7. Gallery Crafting

While you and your boo spend the weeks following your wedding celebrating your honeymoon in a love-filled haze and adjusting to married life, I'll spend that time cultivating the perfect gallery to illustrate your wedding day and love story.


Every image provided to you will be edited by hand to ensure they are all up to my standards and ready to be enjoyed for the rest of your lives.

8. Gallery Delivery

While you and your boo spend the weeks following your wedding celebrating your honeymoon in a love-filled haze and adjusting to married life, I'll spend that time cultivating the perfect gallery to illustrate your wedding day and love story.


Every image provided to you will be edited by hand to ensure they are all up to my standards and ready to be enjoyed for the rest of your lives.

9. Treasured Memories

Receive a meticulously curated gallery, ready to relive your special day.

As you browse through your gallery and select your favorite images, the print credit included in your collection empowers you to transform those cherished moments into tangible reminders of your love story.


Order albums, canvases, prints, and more through your gallery's store.

Couple celebrate their marriage with a sparkler send off | Crocketts Run, Logan, OH

Sunflower & Sage Photography Will Be There To Beautifully Illustrate Your Happily Ever After From Getting Ready In The Morning To The Big Send-Off At The End Of The Night!

Gorgeous oval cut engagement ring resting on a bushel of pine. Dolly Sods Wedding

Sunflower & Sage Photography is a leading professional photographer in the  Fairmont, WV professional photographers directory on  PhotographerSelect.com!

Love Notes from Previous Clients
Couple pose on rock at Coopers Rock State Forest in Morgantown, WV

"I’m honestly convinced Aireal is wizard. I’m not sure how she manages to make me look good in all my pictures, but she does every time. She’s so easy and fun to work with and takes the time to make you feel comfortable. She goes above and beyond to help you get the most genuine smiles for your pictures too, none of those forced awkward smiles. Overall just a 10/10 experience, she’s the best!"
- Johnathan + Desiree Baugh

Intimate Cooper's Rock Elopement
Newlyweds pose | Wedding in Seneca Rocks, WV

"Aireal was great to work with on our wedding day! She was one of the few WV photographers willing to travel to our wedding venue in Seneca Rocks, WV and really got our vision. Despite it being a torrential downpour on our wedding day, she did a WONDERFUL job of getting as many pictures as possible and making the rain/fog/clouds work in our favor for the pictures. We will forever keep these pictures and have received SO many compliments on them from our friends and families."
- Krystal + Matthew Hastings

Intimate Seneca Rocks Elopement
WV Wedding photographer fall new river gorge summersville west virginia

"Literallyyyy my husband and i’s fav photog. such a personable and talented person. shooting with her is always fun and the pics come back both quickly and beautifully. they’re always high quality and just beyond gorgeous. you couldn’t ask for more when it comes to choosing a photographer tbh."
- Haley + Joeseph Sears

A Wedding At Carnifex Ferry
Bride and groom dance and twirl for wedding photos

"She did our engagement pictures, she’s only sent me a few from the sneak peek & I’m already IN LOVE!!!!! She’s amazing and made it so easy for us to be ourselves while she captured our love through her lens!
Here we are months later and she has also done our wedding pictures. She’s only sent me a few previews and I’m already in LOVE. She knows how to make you feel comfortable and has an AMAZING eye. She was definitely my favorite wedding vendor. I HIGHLY recommend her, you won’t regret it!"
- The Millers

A Charming Pennsylvania Wedding
Engagement session with couple in bridgeport, west virginia

"If anyone needs a photographer, Ryan and I highly recommend Sunflower & Sage Photography! The experience is so personalized, we felt like we have known her for years and cannot wait to see the photos she captures at our wedding!"
- Darian + Ryan Mullan

A WV Engagement Session in Fall
Lesbian couple shares an intimate moment, sunflare, sunset, Bailey Barns Venue in Fairview, WV

"Aireal was so great during our wedding! We planned everything a little last minute, and she was so helpful making sure that all of our photo dreams came true. My wife and I absolutely LOVE our wedding photos and we will cherish them forever."
- Ash & Ashley Parsley

A Wedding at Bailey Barns Venue

A LOVE NOTE FROM ALYSSA + EMILY SHIVELY


"Aireal is the best! We chose her to photograph our wedding because she is an LGBTQ+ friendly photographer, which is pretty difficult to find in this area (West Virginia). We thought that her website was easy to navigate, and she has really detailed descriptions of packages, so you know exactly what you’re getting. She was super easy to work with both before and during the wedding.

We appreciated all of her check-ins and she even made a photography timeline for us to help us know when specific photos would take place. We were afraid we wouldn’t have enough time during our wedding to get everything captured but we actually ended up having extra time at the end. Aireal is super friendly and she made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She also gave us suggestions of poses to do instead of letting us stand there awkwardly. Aireal could probably herd cats because she managed to get all of our family and friends to stand still. The finished photos are absolutely beautiful. We are so excited to fill our wedding album with them!"

Same sex LGBTQ+ lesbian couple celebrate their wedding at Ritter Park Rose Garden in Huntington, WV

Offering Elopement & Wedding Photography Throughout West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, Maryland & Worldwide

I'm willing to travel wherever love may take me & my passport is always ready for a new stamp.


It's your wedding day and you deserve the absolute best!

Your wedding day is a time to be treasured forever, and it deserves to be captured in the most beautiful way possible.

In order to ensure my couples are getting the absolute best service I can provide, I take on a limited number of weddings each year.

Fill out this form to contact me and see if we can create memories that will last a lifetime!

Hope to talk to you soon, lovebirds!

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Macro ring shot with florals and shoes