Creating timeless photographs Where every picture tells a story
We understand the importance of documenting your wedding to tell your story. When you revisit these images years down the line, we want to you vividly remember the sound of your best friend's laughter to the warmth of your father's embrace.
Our photojournalistic approach provides a calm and unobtrusive energy during your wedding day. You should be fully present in your celebration and share these moments with your friends and family. We aim to provide vibrant, artistic, and thoughtful photography coverage of the moments that make this day memorable - in short, photography that makes memories last forever.
They aren’t smiling for the camera; they’re experiencing their wedding day as we hope you will yours - with reckless abandon, ready to embrace everything and everyone that becomes a part of your love story.
What to expect
from your Lake Tahoe Wedding Photographer
A true reflection of your relationship, your wedding day is the beginning of the goals and dreams for your shared life together. Whether you want to get married just the two of you on a mountaintop or surrounded by your big family and loved ones, I want you to have an incredible experience that you will remember with joy and cherish these photographs for years to come.
Planning a wedding or elopement is stressful enough, so my goal is to be a resource and guide for you in your planning process. In addition to wedding photography, I offer a variety of services including vendor recommendations, logistics and timeline planning, location scouting and more.
CAPTURING YOUR MOMENTS INTO TIMELESS ART WITH HEARTFELT EMOTIONS & VIBRANT IMAGERY
Yes, we took the traditional posed ones too. But this is more them.
Featured Wedding Photography Sessions
Lake Tahoe Wedding Photography
+personalized photography planning and tips
& location scouting for incredible vistas
+ 4-12 hours of wedding photography coverage
+ two photographers to capture every moment
+ vendor recommendation guide
+ professional editing of all photographs
+ gallery with high-resolution images for download and sharing
+ custom designed framed art for your home
Weddings start at $2,800
Elopement Photography Lake Tahoe
+personalized photography planning and tips & location scouting for incredible vistas
+ customized timeline for 2-8 hours of elopement photography coverage
+ vendor recommendation guide - stress-free!
+ professional editing of all photographs
+ gallery with high-resolution images for download and sharing
+ print credit for your home
Elopements start at $1,800
Lake Tahoe wedding photographer
You're likely to see me on the dance floor with my camera and laughing with your bridal party who are my new best friends. When you hire me as your wedding photographer, you won't have to wonder if I'm missing those moments - I'll be right by your side.
With dozens of 5-star reviews on Yelp, Google and Wedding Wire, my goal is to document these fleeting moments so that you can cherish them for years to come.
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I'm Kimmi
Photography Services Offered
Your wedding day is one of the most significant events of your life, and we believe your photos should reflect that. Our timeless wedding photography captures the beauty and emotion of your day in a way that will stand the test of time. We focus on the small details, the big moments, and everything in between to tell the story of your special day. This is your love story, preserved.
Whether you're getting married in a grand ballroom or an intimate backyard, we're here to document every moment and make sure you have images that you can cherish for a lifetime. Servicing areas in Lake Tahoe, Reno, San Francisco Bay Area, Northern California and beyond.
Wedding Photography
Lake Tahoe &
San Francisco Bay Area
Elopements are a unique and intimate way to celebrate your love story. They provide the opportunity to focus solely on the two of you, your connection, and your commitment to each other. With less stress and pressure than a traditional wedding, you can truly enjoy the moment and create memories that you will treasure forever.
Our elopement photography services allow you to capture those special moments and relive them for years to come. Whether you're getting married on a mountaintop or in a city hall, our photographs ensure that your wedding day turns into timeless art.
Elopement Photography
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Planning & Timelines
You will receive preview images within a day after your wedding, though the edited gallery usually takes 6-8 weeks. Once the photos are ready, you will receive a digital gallery where you can download and share your photos with guests. Photographs are meant to be displayed, so we will design your favorite images into framed art for your home.
We’ll begin with conversation and connection. Once you have decided that my style fits your vision, send us a message. Share your wedding ideas and we’ll listen and make a plan for how you want to remember your day. This will give us the opportunity to get to know each other better.
In the weeks prior to your wedding, we'll plan a detailed timeline and make a list of trusted vendors who will make your wedding come to life. This will ensure that we are on the same page and that your wedding day is as stress-free as possible. Let's get this party started!
The result… A memorable experience and unforgettable images that tell your love story.
Frequently Asked Questions
My photography style is artistic, vibrant and photojournalistic, meaning that I focus on capturing candid moments throughout the day as they unfold. I also incorporate some traditional elements to provide a balanced collection of images of your wedding day.
What is your photography style?
I believe in capturing genuine moments, not a specific quantity. The number of photos you'll receive will depend on the length of coverage and the flow of your wedding day. On average, you can expect to receive 45-60 photos per hour of wedding day photography coverage.
How many photos will we receive?
Every image is professionally edited and retouched to ensure that you look your best and that your wedding day is captured vibrantly. My standard turnaround time for wedding photos is 6-8 weeks.
How long will it take to receive our finished wedding photos?
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes, I do offer engagement sessions as part of my wedding packages. It's a great way for us to get to know each other and for you to get comfortable in front of the camera before your wedding day.
What if our plans change?
Do you have liability insurance?
If your plans change, your deposit can be transferred to another date. Please contact me as soon as you know that you need to reschedule your wedding.
Of course! Starscape Studios has general liability insurance for each event in case of any accidents or damages during the wedding day.
Do you offer prints and albums?
Yes, I offer prints and albums as part of my wedding packages. Photographs are meant to be displayed, not sitting in a hard drive. Starscape Studios works with a professional printing lab to ensure that your prints and albums are of the highest quality and can be enjoyed for years to come.
Can we see a full wedding gallery?
Absolutely! Below are some full wedding galleries so you can get a better idea of my style and how I approach capturing a wedding day from start to finish.
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Get In Touch
Kimmi Cranes is a destination wedding & elopement photographer based in Lake Tahoe and San Francisco. She also does event photography, engagements, proposals, family portrait sessions and company branding sessions. Available for travel worldwide.
Starscape Studios
Lake Tahoe & San Francisco
530.208.3218
