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PhotoRainey

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About
I am a professional full-time photographer with a broad range of experience in all aspects of photography. I am the lead photographer for the Examiner newspaper as well as the team photographer for the KC Mavericks professional hockey team and a contributing photographer for Spectrum Sports. My work has been published in both regional and national publications. I understand how to capture the moment my clients are looking for and I would love to opportunity to help you meet your next photographic needs.
Overview

Hired 105 times

2 similar jobs done near you

Background checked

1 employee

14 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, and Venmo.

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2022

Services offered
Event type

Wedding

Birthday party

Corporate event

Bridal or baby shower

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Paul V.

2 weeks ago

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional experience working with David Rainey!
We cannot thank David Rainey enough for his utmost professionalism and the truly outstanding pictures he took for us. From start to finish, working with him was a breeze.
David has an incredible eye for artistic direction—he instinctively knew all the right poses that felt natural and looked effortless. His deep experience with lighting and leveraging the venue’s layout was immediately clear; he knew exactly where to position everyone and how to utilize the space to get the absolute best shots imaginable.
What impressed us most, however, was his ability to capture candid, authentic moments throughout the
event. Half the time, we didn't even notice he was around working! He seamlessly blended into the background while quietly catching every meaningful smile and interaction.
If you want a skilled, relaxed, and deeply professional
photographer who delivers stunning results, we cannot recommend David highly enough!

Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Physical proofs or prints • Album or photo book

Wedding and Event Photography
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Ivy Z.

Jul 24, 2025

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David was a life saver! Our photographer for our elopement canceled three days before our ceremony, and he not only was willing to help on such short notice, but was such a great help with poses and making us feel comfortable. He was genuinely engrossed in his work and took some AMAZING pictures of us both inside and outside of the courthouse. He was very knowledgeable about poses, the process — all of it!

Details: I'm flexible • Traditional posed • Candid • I'm flexible • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Cory C.

Jun 19, 2025

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David is an Expert. A master of his craft. He walked us through *so much* of the wedding photo process and was kind and extremely patient with us. He grabbed group photos with all our May 4th Star Wars cosplayers for our wedding, did intimate shots with myself and my wife (WOW SHE'S MY WIFE NOW), got family photos -- the works! He was so busy throughout the event getting candid shots, too. This was easily the best day of my life, and David captured it all. I highly recommend him for any function. What a wonderful person!

And the pictures! So wonderful! We were blown away by the quality and how they look, how we look! The time it must've taken to edit and piece the day together is incredible and we love how it all came out. Just a completely beautiful day captured by immaculate pictures. David is the best!

Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive

Wedding and Event Photography
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Thumbtack U.

Sep 30, 2025

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Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography
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Shelly M.

Jan 10, 2025

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Dave was great to work with! We had a family reunion group ranging in age from 1-85 and with a wide range of physical needs. Dave couldn’t have been nicer or more accommodating. Our photos turned out wonderfully and everyone was so pleased to have this timeless keepsake.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Home • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography
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