Raleigh wedding photographer

the wedding experience

the wedding experience

Raleigh wedding photographer

“Grow old along with me; the best is yet to be.”

— Robert Browning

“Grow old along with me; the best is yet to be.”

— Robert Browning

Your wedding day is full of moments worth remembering—the big celebrations and the quiet in-between. As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I capture your day with a light, bright, and timeless approach, blending natural moments with gentle guidance so everything feels effortless.

From joyful vows to candid celebrations, my goal is to create images that feel true to you and allow you to relive your day for years to come.

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Your wedding day is full of moments worth remembering—the big celebrations and the quiet in-between.
As a Raleigh wedding photographer, I capture your day with a light, bright, and timeless approach, blending natural moments with gentle guidance so everything feels effortless.
From joyful vows to candid celebrations, my goal is to create images that feel true to you and allow you to relive your day for years to come.

see the portfolio

the experience 

01. Reach Out + Book Your Date

It starts with a simple inquiry. Send me your vision for the session! Once you reach out, we’ll choose a date that works best for your family and get everything officially booked. 

01. Inquire & Book

Once you reach out, we’ll make sure I’m available for your date and walk through coverage options. Your date is officially reserved with a signed contract and retainer, so you can move forward knowing your photographer is locked in.

the experience 

the experience 

02. Prepare with Confidence and Ease

After booking, you’ll receive my location guide along with an exclusive family guide designed to make prep easy. Inside you’ll find styling tips for the whole family, color and matching guidance, and everything you need to feel confident walking into your session stress free.

02. Plan with Confidence

From engagement photos to a custom photography timeline, I’ll help you plan a photography approach that fits your day. You’ll receive prep tips and thoughtful guidance so everything feels organized without being overwhelming.

the experience 

the experience 

03. Session Day + Your Images

On session day, I’ll guide you through the entire shoot—prompting, playing, and letting moments unfold naturally. Within two weeks, you’ll receive a curated digital gallery where you can relive the moments, download your images, and choose your favorites to print and enjoy for years to come.

03. Your Wedding Day

On your wedding day, I’ll document everything as it naturally unfolds while stepping in when needed to guide portraits and keep things moving smoothly. The focus is on real moments, genuine connection, and letting you enjoy every part of your day.

the experience 

the experience 

03. Session Day + Your Images

On session day, I’ll guide you through the entire shoot—prompting, playing, and letting moments unfold naturally. Within two weeks, you’ll receive a curated digital gallery where you can relive the moments, download your images, and choose your favorites to print and enjoy for years to come.

04. Your Images & Heirlooms prints

Within 6 weeks, you’ll receive your curated online gallery to relive your wedding day, download your images, and select favorites for prints and heirloom products designed to last for generations.

the experience 

Ready for the first step?!

Ready for the first step?!

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"Claire is the best!! She is so attentive to the little details!! I feel so comfortable having her around, & she is so easy to work with. She has super creative ideas & how she works her magic with lighting— i’ll never understand!!"

-happy bride

$1200

The Basic Package

4 hours of coverage
pre wedding consultation
online gallery of all best images

$1950

The Classic Package

6 hours of coverage
4 hrs with 2nd photographer
complimentary engagement session
custom timeline and pre wedding
consultation
online gallery of all best images

The All Inclusive

full day coverage (up to 9 hours)
2 photographers
complimentary engagement session
complimentary bridal portraits
custom timeline
pre wedding consultation
online gallery of all best images
heirloom album

the investment 

$2300

the investment

The Basic Package

4 hours of coverage
pre wedding consultation
online gallery of all best images

$1200

The Classic Package

6 hours of coverage
4 hrs with 2nd photographer
complimentary engagement session
custom timeline and pre wedding
consultation
online gallery of all best images

$1950

The All Inclusive

full day coverage (up to 9 hours)
2 photographers
complimentary engagement session
complimentary bridal portraits
custom timeline
pre wedding consultation
online gallery of all best images
heirloom album

$2300

How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?

Most couples book 9–15 months in advance, especially for peak wedding season dates. I recommend reaching out as soon as you have your date secured to ensure availability.

Yes. I provide a custom photography timeline to help your day flow smoothly and ensure we have the best light and enough time for portraits—without your day ever feeling rushed.

Yes! I photograph weddings throughout Raleigh and surrounding areas, and I’m always happy to travel beyond.

Every wedding is different, but you can expect a thoughtfully curated gallery that tells the full story of your day—never rushed, but never lacking, and always intentional. 60-80 images per hour is a good estimate.

Yes. I offer heirloom albums and fine art prints designed to preserve your wedding day beautifully for years to come.

When will we receive our wedding photos?

Your full gallery will be delivered within 4–6 weeks. Sneak peeks are shared shortly after the wedding so you can relive the day right away.

How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?

Most couples book 9–15 months in advance, especially for peak wedding season dates. I recommend reaching out as soon as you have your date secured to ensure availability.

Yes. I provide a custom photography timeline to help your day flow smoothly and ensure we have the best light and enough time for portraits—without your day ever feeling rushed.

Yes! I photograph weddings throughout Raleigh and surrounding areas, and I’m always happy to travel beyond.

Every wedding is different, but you can expect a thoughtfully curated gallery that tells the full story of your day—never rushed, but never lacking, and always intentional. 60-80 images per hour is a good estimate.

Yes. I offer heirloom albums and fine art prints designed to preserve your wedding day beautifully for years to come.

When will we receive our wedding photos?

Your full gallery will be delivered within 4–6 weeks. Sneak peeks are shared shortly after the wedding so you can relive the day right away.

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your next step

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inquire now for availability 

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"Claire is the best!! She is so attentive to the little details!! I feel so comfortable having her around, & she is so easy to work with. She has super creative ideas & how she works her magic with lighting— i’ll never understand!!"

-happy bride

Claire Stanley is a family, motherhood, and wedding photographer based in Smithfield, North Carolina. She specializes in maternity, newborn, family, and wedding photography with a light, bright, and timeless approach, offering a personalized and guided experience designed to feel effortless from start to finish.

Claire serves Smithfield, Raleigh, Clayton, Goldsboro, Wilmington, and beyond, documenting meaningful moments and creating images meant to be cherished for years to come.

Claire Stanley is a family, motherhood, and wedding photographer based in Smithfield, North Carolina. She specializes in maternity, newborn, family, and wedding photography with a light, bright, and timeless approach, offering a personalized and guided experience designed to feel effortless from start to finish.

Claire serves Smithfield, Raleigh, Clayton, Goldsboro, Wilmington, and beyond, documenting meaningful moments and creating images meant to be cherished for years to come.