Ray James Photography

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Introduction

My name is Rachel but my good friends call me Ray. When I am not shooting you can find me in yoga pants working on the seasons latest Fashion Trends. I am an Apparel Designer by day and a Wedding and Portrait Photographer in my free time. My photography style is genuine, real and authentic. I will do anything to capture your day or moment while keeping a smile on your face. I am a natural light photographer which means I never use studio lighting. I make it simple for you, keep it light and focus on the precious candid moments that naturally occur between a couple madly in love to your growing family.

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Current Top Pro

Hired 33 times

Serves Madison, WI

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1 employee

4 years in business

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

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Liz C.

May 7, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Rachel has been super professional and responsive in our communications about our family photo session later this month. She’s open to ideas and gives feedback, responds quickly and professionally. Looking forward to working with her!

Details: Birthday party • 25 - 49 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography

Henna-Riikka H.

May 2, 2025

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Rachel was just amazing! Working with her was a breeze; she is warm and kind, great communicator, making everything so easy and clear - a perfect professional. We received the sneak peak photos within a couple of days and they were just stunning! We couldn't be happier and have already talked about booking Rachel again in the future.

Details: Prom or formal • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Physical proofs or prints • Flash drive

Wedding and Event Photography

Michael Y.

Apr 20, 2025

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We hired her for a surprise engagement and photos afterwards and she was very great at helping get everything ready! She was very nice the day of and she did a great job posing us even with a large amount of people around!

Details: I'm flexible • Traditional posed • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Ability to purchase prints online • Album • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Vanessa P.

Sep 16, 2023

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Rachel did a beautiful job on our wedding photos! She was at the event on time and captured everything beautifully! Well worth the price! If you’re looking for a photographer your search is over, hire Ray James! She’s amazing!

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography

Sierra M.

Sep 5, 2024

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Details: Solo portrait • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My packages start with a base price but I like to tailor my sessions to meet my clients needs and have plenty of options to customize packages for my clients.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’ve been a Designer for over 15 years and I am great with color, aesthetic and telling a strong story.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I have been taking photos since a very young age. I ended up going into the Fashion Industry and have transitioned back into Photography.

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