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I’m Crystal, the photographer behind Crystal V Photography.

I document weddings in a way that feels effortless, natural, and true to you. No stiff poses. No forced moments. Just the real stuff. The laughter, the quiet glances, the chaos, the joy.

Timeless. Honest. Unscripted.

Your wedding isn’t a photoshoot. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience. My job is to capture it as it unfolds so you can stay fully present. Whether you're celebrating lakeside with a handful of your favorite people or throwing the party of the year, I’ll be there blending in and catching the moments you didn’t even realize were happening.

Your love, your way.

Every couple is unique, and I work to create a custom experience that highlights what makes your day special. From portrait time to the quiet moments between you and your loved ones, I’ll be there to capture it all with elegance, ease, and a genuine touch. There’s no one way to do a wedding, and there’s definitely no one way to photograph it.

Keep the bouquet toss. Skip the cake. Write your own vows. Break the timeline. I’ll be there for whatever feels like you, capturing it as it actually happens.


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You’ll love the Crystal V experience! You’ll get:

My Professional Presence.

During portrait time, I provide direction, but my overall approach is to focus on blending in to capture real moments. ensuring you feel comfortable and at ease the whole day.

A Mix of Natural Light & Beautiful Lighting Techniques.

I’m passionate about natural light, but I also love using off-camera flash to enhance portraits and ensure every image is stunning—no matter the time of day. This ensures that you get quality photos no matter the weather.

Experience That Shows.

My 13 years of real-world wedding experience and industry-specific training has allowed me to refine my skills, always ensuring that your photos are as beautiful as the memories they represent.

The Respect That You and Your Guests Deserve.

I am a LGBTQIA+ inclusive photographer as well and am happy to recommend other wedding vendors who are like-minded.

I can’t wait to chat with you about your wedding and what I can do for you! Be sure to inquire as soon as possible because summer and fall dates fill up quickly!

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  • “Crystal was an amazing photographer to work with; she was easy to communicate with from start to finish. She emailed with us and we had a really nice and in-depth phone conversation to get started. She asked a lot of questions to get a good idea of what we were looking for and on the day of the wedding, I trusted that she was capturing everything that I wanted and more and I didn't have to worry or even think about it. And the photos are evidence that my trust was well founded!” - Erin H.

  • Crystal was amazing! We got our pictures from our wedding in October and were blown away by her amazing angles and ability to capture the perfect moments! She was professional, easy to work with, and all around awesome. I would 10/10 recommend using her for your special day! - Alexandra M.

  • Crystal was absolutely amazing. Look no further if you are looking for a skilled and professional photographer who is extremely easy to work with. Crystal made my wife and I, as well as our whole bridal party, feel comfortable taking the photos. I am not someone who enjoys taking pictures, but Crystal made this part of our wedding entirely stress free. She knew exactly what she was doing and seemed to always be in control of everyone in the room to move things along. Crystal was able to get all of the shots that we requested, even when they weren't the easiest of shots. She did an amazing job capturing every special moment of the best day of life and we could not be happier with how our pictures turned out! Highly recommend! - Andy Z.

  • Hiring Crystal was honestly the best decision I ever made!! I highly recommend that when you book her, you listen to ALL her suggestions. She helped me shape my timeline and kept me and my crew on track the whole day. You can just tell Crystal has been photographing weddings for years. She made my husband and I feel so comfortable during our engagement session and that reflected on our wedding day as well. Having someone you feel comfortable with makes a world of difference during your wedding day. Thank you Crystal!!! We loved our photos so much!!! - Sarah A.