Business Details
Your Wedding, Captured Authentically in San Diego
Clarisse Rae Photo & Video is dedicated to capturing the authentic essence of your wedding day through vibrant, nostalgic, and true-to-you photography and videography. With over a decade of experience documenting more than 100 weddings, our approach prioritizes unscripted moments, emotional connections, and the unique dynamics of every relationship. We specialize in blending documentary-style storytelling with editorial aesthetics to create timeless visuals that reflect the genuine energy of your celebration. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures every client feels seen, celebrated, and affirmed, regardless of how they choose to express their love.By combining film and digital techniques, we deliver a rich sensory experience that preserves the laughter, tears, and spontaneous joy of your milestone event. Our clients consistently praise our ability to create a relaxed, joyful atmosphere that makes even camera-shy individuals feel at ease. We pride ourselves on being more than vendorswe become trusted partners in crafting a visual legacy youll cherish for decades.
Services
Wedding Photography
Videography
Engagement Sessions
Elopement Coverage
Destination Weddings
Highlights and features
- Documented over 100 weddings with a focus on unscripted storytelling
- Inclusive approach celebrating all expressions of love and identity
- Combines film and digital techniques for a unique visual narrative
- Proven ability to make camera-shy clients feel relaxed and natural
- Personalized guidance for timeline planning and location selection
What people say
Best photographer/videographer
Amazing positive energy
Made us feel comfortable
Captures genuine emotions
Professional and talented
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments through a blend of film and digital techniques. Specializes in emotional storytelling that preserves spontaneous interactions, candid laughter, and meaningful connections between couples and guests. Focuses on creating timeless visuals that reflect the unique energy of each celebration while maintaining a relaxed, joyful atmosphere for even camera-shy participants.
Videography
Dynamic wedding videography combining cinematic techniques with documentary storytelling. Captures key moments from tearful vows to dance floor celebrations using a mix of Super 8, film, and digital formats. Prioritizes natural soundscapes and emotional narratives to create immersive videos that transport viewers back to the day's most memorable experiences while maintaining an unobtrusive presence throughout events.
Engagement Sessions
Creative engagement photo sessions designed to build comfort with the camera before the wedding day. Offers personalized location scouting and styling guidance to create meaningful imagery that reflects couples' unique relationships. Helps alleviate pre-wedding jitters through playful, date-like sessions that naturally showcase authentic interactions and chemistry between partners.
Elopement Coverage
Specialized documentation of elopements and micro-weddings with a focus on capturing genuine emotions in scenic locations. Provides flexible timeline options and location expertise for couples choosing non-traditional celebrations. Emphasizes environmental storytelling through natural settings while maintaining the same artistic quality and emotional depth as larger wedding events.
Destination Weddings
Global wedding documentation services offering expertise in diverse cultural and geographic settings. Provides logistical support for international events while maintaining consistent artistic standards. Adapts to varying lighting conditions and environments to deliver cohesive storytelling across different locations, ensuring the same authentic, emotionally resonant coverage regardless of venue complexity.
People
Clarisse
Owner & Lead Photographer/Videographer
Queer-owned business led by Clarisse, a documentary-style wedding photographer and videographer with over a decade of experience capturing 100+ weddings. Specializes in authentic storytelling through film and digital formats while prioritizing inclusivity and emotional connection in every session.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
I blend documentary-style storytelling with editorial techniques to capture authentic moments while maintaining artistic composition.
How do you handle camera-shy clients?
Through personalized prompts and a relaxed approach that focuses on natural interactions rather than posed shots.
Do you offer both photography and videography?
Yes, I provide both services using a combination of digital, film, and Super 8 formats.
What areas do you serve?
Based in San Diego but available for travel to document weddings worldwide.
How many weddings do you photograph annually?
I document over 100 weddings with a focus on quality and personal connection.
What's included in wedding packages?
Customizable options typically include full-day coverage, multiple format documentation, and extensive post-production editing.
