Business Details
Award-Winning Wedding & Brand Photographer in Columbus, OH
Erica Kay Photography is an award-winning Columbus, Ohio-based studio dedicated to capturing bold, unique, and creative moments for clients worldwide. Founded on the values of authenticity, passion, and environmental responsibility, we specialize in wedding, engagement, brand, and boudoir photography. Our approach prioritizes personalized experiences, from initial consultations to post-event celebrations, ensuring every client feels valued and understood. With over a decade of combined experience, our husband-and-wife team combines artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver timeless imagery. We are committed to sustainability through digital workflows, eco-friendly products, and tree-planting initiatives.Recognized by The Knot, Wedding Wire, and international publications, our work has been celebrated for its emotional depth and storytelling quality. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with clients, treating each project as a collaboration rather than a transaction. Our process includes complimentary engagement sessions, custom timeline planning, and interactive album design to ensure every detail reflects your unique story. By focusing on genuine connections and artistic integrity, we aim to create photographs that transcend trends and become cherished heirlooms.
Services
Weddings
Engagements
Brand Photography
Boudoir
Dancers
Highlights and features
- We offer complimentary engagement sessions to build rapport before your wedding day
- Our team includes a certified professional photographer with 10+ years of experience
- We plant 12 trees per wedding through onetreeplanted.org as part of our sustainability commitment
- Our interactive album design process lets you co-create archival-quality heirlooms
- We provide 24/7 personalized support throughout your photography journey
Associations and certifications
- Fearless Photographer Awards
- The Knot Best of Weddings Awards
- Wedding Wire Couples Choice Awards
What people say
Highly recommend
Best money spent
Simply amazing
100% recommend
Absolutely fantastic
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures your special day with artistic precision and emotional depth. We document ceremonies, receptions, and pre-wedding moments while maintaining a non-intrusive presence. Our approach combines candid storytelling with guided portraits, ensuring comprehensive coverage of your celebration. Clients receive high-resolution digital files and optional print products.
Engagement Sessions
Complimentary engagement photography packages help couples build rapport before their wedding day. These sessions focus on capturing authentic interactions in meaningful locations. The experience includes location scouting, styling guidance, and digital image delivery with print options.
Brand Photography
Professional brand photography services for businesses and entrepreneurs. Sessions include product shots, team portraits, and lifestyle imagery that reflect your company's unique identity. Packages offer varying session lengths and image quantities to suit different marketing needs.
Boudoir Photography
Confidential boudoir sessions celebrating personal beauty and confidence. Our approach prioritizes client comfort while creating elegant, artistic images. Sessions include styling consultation and a curated selection of edited images in a private online gallery.
Dancer Portraits
Specialized photography for dancers and performing artists. We capture movement and expression through dynamic compositions that showcase technical skill and artistic interpretation. Sessions include both studio and location options with professional retouching.
People
Erica Kay
Lead Photographer & Founder
Award-winning photographer with 10+ years of experience specializing in weddings and brand storytelling. Recognized by The Knot and Wedding Wire for artistic excellence. Passionate about sustainable practices and creating lasting client relationships.
Antonio
Co-Photographer & Creative Partner
Creative collaborator with expertise in client experience and post-production. Brings cultural perspective and technical precision to every project. Committed to making clients feel comfortable while delivering exceptional photographic results.
Questions
How far in advance should we book wedding photography?
We recommend booking 12-16 months in advance, though we've accommodated bookings as early as 2 years and as late as 4 months before events.
Do you offer destination wedding services?
Yes, we travel worldwide for destination weddings and elopements. Our experience includes international locations across 30+ countries and 45+ US states.
What's included in your wedding photography packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, two photographers, engagement session, timeline planning, and interactive album design. Custom options available for specific needs.
How do you handle environmental responsibility?
We use digital workflows to reduce paper waste, source eco-friendly products, and plant 12 trees per wedding through onetreeplanted.org to offset our carbon footprint.
What's your photography style?
Our style combines bold artistic composition with authentic storytelling, focusing on natural light and genuine emotions to create timeless images.
Can we customize our photography package?
Yes, we offer custom branding solutions and can tailor packages to meet specific requirements. Contact us for personalized options beyond our standard offerings.
