Svetlana Photography

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Introduction: I want to give you the gift of being free + present on your wedding day - and create a visual legacy for your family. On your twentieth or fiftieth wedding anniversary, you may forget what the cake tasted like, the flowers you carried, or which songs you danced to. But the photographs of your loved ones and the moments you shared will stay with you, so let’s make it count. As a documentary photographer, I seek to tell the truth about moments lived once and only once. I want you to hold an image in your hands and for it to feel like it felt. I want each photograph to remind you of the way the light fell, the smell in the room, the thump of your heart beating in your chest. I want my presence to be as delightfully non-invasive as possible. Even though I am a photographer, I don’t think weddings have anything to do with wedding photographs. Don’t get me wrong, I believe in the power of an image more than just about anything, but you will still marry your soul mate no matter what the photos look like. On a personal note.. I know I'm not alone when I say that this work comes from my heart. I care about the people in your wedding photos. I care about your families. I care about your marriage. I care about how much you will enjoy your wedding day, and how you will remember it. Being part of such an important day would bring anyone closer, but being the photographer, so present and finely tuned in to your most honest and vulnerable moments....that breeds a different kind of closeness, even if for just that single day. So here I am. I'm Svetlana - your new friend for at least one day in your life.  I'd love work with you. • Currently booking 2024 dates (select dates in 2023 still available) Send me a note for more info!

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Hired 6 times

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2 employees

15 years in business

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

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

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Victoria T.

Aug 2, 2020

Svetlana is AMAZING! She has done two engagement shoots and our wedding photos for us. She is down to earth and the sweetest human ever! She communicates quickly/effectively, works REALLY hard to meet any needs you may have, and always gives you QUALITY pictures. You receive a TON of pictures. She even came the night before for our rehearsal and then she was there bright and early, until the very last second of our wedding day! Svetlana is worth every penny. We honestly couldn’t recommend her enough! She truly cares about what she does and how she can make it everything you’re dreaming of. We are definitely going to use her for all of our big events/life moments in the future as well! If you’re looking for someone who will go ABOVE AND BEYOND to capture your big day perfectly, Svetlana is your girl!

Tyler F.

May 12, 2019

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Working with Svetlana was a real treat from beginning to end! Her photos came out amazing and she was a great person to have around during our party! I highly recommend hiring Svetlana for your next event!

Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive • Party host • Under $400

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Thomas S.

Dec 18, 2016

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Svetlana provided photography services for our wedding. She was very warm and welcoming, and seemed to be very good both at going with the flow of our ceremony, and being a help whenever we needed. We would absolutely recommend her to our friends and look forward to seeing the finished product soon.

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Caitlin G.

Nov 20, 2021

Working with Svetlana was a great experience. Booking was quick and easy, she found us an incredible location and gave us a few prompts along the way. The end result photos are something my family will cherish for years to come! I could not recommend Svetlana enough.

Charlotte C.

Feb 7, 2021

Delightful person who made us both feel so comfortable and relaxed. Her composition was terrific and we now have some beautifully honest and endearing photographs. We both couldn’t wait to share them with family and friends. We plan on using her services again for our next milestone moment.

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Svetlana Albrecht

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Because no wedding is ever the same, most of my collections are custom tailored to fit your needs! They range from a 4 hour Elopement collection all the way up to 12+ hour unlimited coverage. I also offer multi-day packages for those having a multi-day or a destination event.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
After initial inquiry, the first thing I want is to make sure I'm the right photographer for you - so we set up a meeting where I can get to know who you are, your story, and what you want out of a wedding photography experience. If we're all on the same page, we reserve your date and you're all set! A couple months before your event we will also set up a planning meeting to over all the details: This includes any special details during your day, travel logistics, morning preparations, ceremony, formal portraits, and reception. This meeting not only allows me to provide you a timeline of the day, it also helps me put together my own itinerary and ensure I'm always in the right place at the right time!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I previously trained as a Graphic Designer in which I earned my BFA degree from Columbus College of Art and Design. I've been working as a full time Marketing Designer for various agencies and retail brands for the last decade, and photography has always been something that to me, came hand-in-hand with design.