MENU
Luminous &

ROMANTIC

Imagery for the elegant couple

A Custom Wedding Proposal for Emma & Colin

November 1, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia

Hello Emma & Colin!

I'm so happy for you both, and delighted to be putting together this guide for you. Kerri has shared some about the two of you with me already and it makes me all the more excited to get to know you both. Congrats on your engagement, you two.

This proposal will serve more as a guide and introduction than a typical 'investment proposal'. And that's purposeful. I want you to feel informed and connected to whoever you choose right from the beginning. That's why there is so much information here. It may be a little overwhelming at first, and that is normal and expected. This provides an initial foundation and then we'll continue building that relationship together on a call soon.

You've seen some of what I've captured for other couples already, but I've linked a few full galleries at the bottom of this page for you to look through on your own time too. If these resonate with you, then we can schedule a video or phone call to get to know each other better and talk through how you would like your wedding captured, an even more importantly how you would like to experience it. Capturing beautiful images is the simple part. Creating an environment where you feel relaxed enough to be fully present and fully yourselves is what makes the difference between beautiful photos and treasured heirlooms that are a reflection of who you are. And I believe you deserve both.

Photography

for those who value excellent experiences

I blend a warm approach with boundless creativity, and have mastered the art of creating an environment where a meticulously planned event feels relaxing and the images captured reflect the full gambit of emotions present. I offer my clients the eye of an artist, the practiced experience that comes with a decade of directing people and efficiently managing time so that you can enjoy your day fully, a finely-tuned and tailored planning process, and an ability to create an atmosphere where you feel at relaxed and able to fully be yourselves and enjoy your wedding weekend. Because all of this together is what allows for breathtakingly honest imagery.

THE PROCESS

THOUGHTFUL, PERSONAL, DETAILED

For the bride and groom who want to remember how their wedding day felt for the rest of their lives.

01
011
01.

THE DISCOVERY CALL

This is the first and most crucial step in my process of photographing your day in an honest and breathtaking way. We've already had our first call and I left our time together with so many notes about your love story, wedding vision, and the things that are important to you when it comes to your wedding day and photography. We will continue to add to these notes throughout the planning process so that your wedding photography is reflective of the two of you through and through. If you would like a follow up call to walk through the information on this page together and/or ask a few more questions, I would be delighted. Simply click the button at the bottom of this page to schedule your call!

02
011
02.

RESERVING YOUR DATE

Because I limit the weddings I take to eight a year, it is always so special to welcome a new couple and to fully dive into the planning process. I truly am so honored to serve you in this season. Let me know you are ready to move forward and any additional a la carte items you would like to include via email and I will prepare your contract. Once I have a signed contract and 30% retainer, your wedding date will be secured – officially and exclusively yours!

03
011
03.

BUILDING YOUR VENDOR TEAM

A relaxed, meaningful, and beautiful wedding day is made possible with a great team. If you are looking for additional creative vendors such as a planner and designer, stylist, gown designer, videographer, cake designer, hair and makeup artist, florist, and stationery artist, please let me know. I have had the joy of working with some of the very best and would be happy to share recommendations that align with your wedding day vision.

04
011
04.

STYLING YOUR ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Your engagement session is something I look forward to from the moment you reserve your date. We will start by going over your vision for your engagement session - how you would like it to feel and things you may want to include or feature. This is often informed by both our initial conversation as well as your wedding design so that your images flow seamlessly. I will put together a mood board that includes 1-2 location suggestions as well as styling for your session.

05
011
05.

YOUR ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Being photographed is incredibly vulnerable and can be intimidating for anyone. I have a tested approach that results in effortlessly elegant images that feel like you. I want our time together to feel relaxed and for us to practice what it will be like for your wedding day, so we'll take our time and enjoy the process. And the result will be breathtaking.

06
011
06.

CUSTOM TIMELINE

One of the best ways I am able to ensure my team and I capture and honor your wedding day vision and protect the things that are important to you is by working alongside your planner to design your wedding day timeline. Every wedding is intentionally designed and prepared for alongside your planner so that my team and I can graciously take charge and capture the moments that mean the most.

07
011
07.

BOUDOIR & BRIDAL

Just like we did for your engagement session, we will talk through how you would like these images to feel and I will provide styling and location guidance before our time together. And then, when you are in front of my camera, I will walk you through every step of the process so that you can relax and enjoy feeling like a bride while we create something truly breathtaking together.

08
011
08.

PREPARATION & YOUR QUESTIONNAIRE

We know how busy our brides and grooms are, so we work closely with your planner during the final months leading up to your wedding so that you can enjoy this season fully knowing every element of your day is being planned and prepared for. While much of our preparation with be with your planning team, we'll have you complete a short questionnaire for you that will allow us to gather important information such as your family photo list.

09
011
09.

YOUR WEDDING DAY

This is the day you and your fiancé become husband and wife. And we are truly so honored to spend the day creating and capturing imagery that is filled with meaning and emotion - imagery to stand the test of time. It is one of the greatest joys to work alongside your vendor team to allow you to feel like a guest at your own wedding as you celebrate with the people that mean the most, and we capture the sacred, the candid, and the beautiful.

010
011
10.

YOUR GALLERY IS COMPLETE

I am thrilled for you to relive your wedding day for years to come as you view your final gallery. To make this all the more special, I always suggest waiting to look through your images together, maybe with a sentimental record playing, a glass of wine, and a box of tissues on hand. After you've viewed your gallery and selected your favorites, we can begin the design process for your album and print heirlooms that serve as a beautiful reminder of the start of your lives as husband and wife.

011
011
M.

SHANNON & GRAHAM

Besides finding each other, hiring Adelyn as our photographer was the best decision my husband and I made for our wedding. I say that not just because we have incredible photos to cherish, but because she helped create a joyous day for our wedding party, family, and us. It truly is a blur like they say, and Adelyn brought the day back into focus for me. Artistic, personal, perfect.

01
016
S.

MELANIE & TIM

Adelyn didn’t just capture that beauty... she added to it. She poured love and joy into every moment, truly enhancing our day just by being there! Adelyn managed to capture every little moment from a variety of places... yet somehow was never in the way, and seemed invisible during the ceremony. Not only did she capture every little detail... but she also captured the feeling and tone of the day. She served my family with a sweet smile and amazing joy.

02
016
R.

COLE & SARAH

The moments she captured were pure and authentic; we feel like she so accurately understood who we were and somehow managed to capture that.

03
016
G.

JACOB & KADIE

She truly captured the realness of that day. The nerves, the excitement, the laughter the friendship. It all came through in her pictures. And what more could a bride ask for? That's exactly what you want. You want to be able to look through your pictures and feel all of those emotions that you felt on your big day.

04
016
K.

Corinne & Thomas

You truly are a gift and your work is something we will treasure forever. From the very beginning, you made Thomas and I feel so loved and cared for. Your incredible photography talent pales in comparison to the quality of your character. While your work truly is AMAZING and something that belongs in magazines and books, your kindness, generosity, love and JOY just made all the wedding day that much better.

05
016
H.

Madeline & Jemal

Her attention to detail, genuine care, and calming presence are unparalleled. She goes above and beyond to make your day extra special and captures the little moments you don't see yourself. We will cherish these memories forever and we're so glad Adelyn was a part of it all.

06
016
S.

Rebecca & Brian

Adelyn is a true artist. She is so in tune with herself, the environment & her clients. I think this provides her the space & freedom to create. She has a way of capturing moments so real, so intimate, while making her clients feel completely at ease during the process. Her passion is inspiring and working with her was an incredible joy! During our wedding, it felt like she wasn't just capturing two people, she wasn't capturing “a shot” or “an image”, but she was truly capturing a moment in time, our story, us.

07
016
L.

Dillon & Elise

We truly couldn’t have picked a better person to capture our day, it was never even a question. We will never be able to thank you enough for capturing our version of perfect. Your photos are what will be on our walls, our family's walls, what we show our children, and what we will cherish for a lifetime. You froze our happiness in a perfect photo every time. And you have given us the best gift of all.

08
016

CLAIRE & BRYAN

She captured every moment beautifully, from the raw emotions to the sheer joy/energetic dancing that filled the day. But what truly sets Adelyn apart is her ability to keep us grounded throughout the day. She made sure we took the time to truly enjoy every moment, and her calming presence was exactly what we needed.

09
016
F.

EMILY & BRADLEY

Hiring Adelyn as our photographer was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We worked with her for our engagement shoot, welcome party, and wedding day, and our pictures are everything we could’ve dreamed of and more. She has such a calm, sweet, and empowering demeanor and made us feel like a million bucks in front of the camera! We feel so fortunate that we have these pictures to look back on and cherish for a lifetime. Adelyn cares so deeply about her clients and my husband and I will forever be grateful for her!

010
016
C.

JUDY & VICTOR

We aren't usually comfortable in front of the camera and were nervous about looking awkward in our photos but Adelyn made us feel so safe and comfortable with her kind and calming energy that it wasn't a problem at all. For our engagement shoot, she helped us with styling outfits that complemented each other while also still feeling like ourselves and that made all the difference for our very first experience being professionally photographed. On our wedding day, she was able to capture so many little moments without us even noticing and made sure to talk with our guests and make them feel welcome too! She was also very aware of how we were feeling throughout the day and we'd discussed that I sometimes get overwhelmed in social situations so she always made sure to check in, keep me hydrated, and take pauses if she noticed any anxiety on my part. She truly cares about her couples and we knew we were in good hands throughout the entire process and didn't worry at all about having cameras on us all day or about her missing anything- she has an amazing eye for capturing beautiful moments.

011
016
T.

MEGAN & ZACH

We didn’t book a photographer we booked an experience and it was phenomenal. Adelyn moves through some of the most complicated, intimate details of your day with you helping to shape memories not pose for photos. As someone who struggles being in front of the camera she offered enough direction that we didn’t feel lost but left space for us to be us. Beyond the creative she was above and beyond in all things, professional, and her communication was wonderful which made the process even sweeter.

012
016
K.W.

Kind words from a planner

As a wedding planner, Adelyn always shows up with an amazing spirit, contagious calming energy, positive attitude, and bright and celebratory demeanor. (Which is very rare in a sea of photographers!) She has such a true art for capturing the raw emotions of the day, while also knowing how to direct and capture formal family portraits, wedding parties, and couples portraits while still making sure each day reflects the true essence of each couple.
Adelyn has the perfect eye for seeing the day through the eyes of people and capturing the life and scenes that are unique to each wedding. As someone who has the joy of working with many different photographers, I can confidently say there won't be a couple who would regret having Adelyn there to capture and memorialize such a once in a lifetime day.

013
016
Kind words from a planner

STEPHANIE

As a wedding planner, I know just how phenomenal it always is when I work with Adelyn. She is at the very top of my recommended wedding photographer list, hand's down, and I know and love everything about Adelyn and her impeccable work as a photographer. Adelyn is joyful, calm, organized, artistic, has such a keen eye for design & styling, and brings such a needed presence and reassuring manner to every wedding day. She is attentive, warm, and approachable, and Adelyn treats every single client & couple like they are treasured family or very dear friends. In regards to her photography and film work, Adelyn definitely has a certain magic about her images! She captures pure, raw emotion, every image she delivers is a work of art, and her photographs are filled with so much beauty. Her work feels effortless, though I know it is not! I cannot recommend Adelyn enough, and I know that my wedding planning couples are in the very best hands when they hire Adelyn as their wedding photographer.

014
016
P.

MADELINE

When you meet Adelyn, you instantly feel comfortable with her...like she is an old friend and you've known her for years. She is warm and inviting and helped me to feel calm during the day.

015
016
M.

MADELINE

From our beautiful engagement photos to our phenomenal wedding photos; Adelyn has captured this season of life in the most elegant, stunning, and classic way. Her talent and ability to photograph special and once in a lifetime moments is unmatched, and her professionalism and willingness to bend over backward for her brides and grooms does not go unnoticed. We could not recommend her enough, and we are so thankful we had the opportunity to work with her.

016
016

PRICING & PACKAGES

Tailored to your wedding vision

Build a custom package by choosing from the a la carte menu, or view your pre-designed packages below. All a la carte items can also be added to a pre-designed package at any time during the planning process, and no price adjustments will be applied throughout the time leading up to your wedding weekend.

Question: how much time do we need?

When deciding how much time you would like in your coverage, the very most important thing to think about is how do you want your day to feel. Some people love a very fast paced day where we fit a lot into a smaller amount of hours. And other much prefer a more relaxed pace where we have a bit more room to deal with anything unexpected the day may bring, moments to slip away for a minute or two, and more portrait time. A second thing to consider would be how late you would like for me and my team to stay. If you would like your exit captured, then you'll usually need about 90-120 extra minutes of time (this of course also depends on how long you plan to dance and celebrate). If you would like for both getting ready captured as well as the exit, we recommend at least 10-11 hours and sometimes our couples need more depending on their reception plans. If you do not want your exit captured, it is much more possible to do 8-9 hours of coverage! If you're still not quite sure what is a good fit for you, let me know and I can put together an example timeline for your day.

A.B. PHOTOGRAPHY

Emma & Colin,

I would love to schedule a phone or video call for us to go through the process together and begin discussing the foundations of your wedding photography - how you'd like the day to feel, the parts of the weekend you are most looking forward to, the people you want to be sure are featured in your body of work, and the images you value most.

To schedule a call, send me an email at hello@abolingphotography.com with a few days and times that work for you. Emma & Colin, I'm thrilled for you two and cannot wait to get to know you both!

FAQS

HOW MANY WEDDINGS DO YOU TAKE ON PER YEAR?

In order to maintain the highest standards for each and every one of my clients, I limit the amount of weddings to eight per year.

WHAT IS THE TYPICAL TURN AROUND TIME?

During peak season (April - October) turn around time will be no more than 9 weeks for a wedding gallery. During the off-season (November - March), our current average is 7 weeks after a wedding. For engagement, bridals, and boudoir, the time is 3 weeks.

WHY FILM?

As a hybrid photographer, I shoot with a mixture of film and digital. Film is beautiful, timeless, and captures the stunning light, details, and elegance of your love story. But there are moments where digital shines and film falls short. On your wedding day, I will choose my medium based on what will most beautifully bring your day to life. Any digital images shot are edited to seamlessly flow with my film images.

WE AREN'T VERY NATURAL IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA. WILL YOU HELP US?

I have no expectations of you being a Vogue model. Being photographed is intimidating to nearly everyone. And it is my job to create an environment where you feel safe and are able to relax and simply enjoy each other and the people around you. I will direct you in a way that allows you to feel your most beautiful while creating emotional, raw images. By allowing time and space, we all relax into enjoying each other and that is where the most meaningful, honest imagery is created. I want you to remember what it was like as you naturally embrace each other, what you're feeling and noticing and experiencing, and we capture that. I want what we create together to come from you, not from me. So I'll create an environment where that is possible and invite you to be present. The rest naturally unfolds.

WHAT ABOUT TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS?

There will be no travel fee assessed for your wedding or engagement session. Instead, I'd rather you be able to invest in beautiful products such as a handmade album or heirloom prints.

HOW MANY IMAGES DO YOU DELIVER PER HOUR?

You can expect 60 images/hour of coverage. With the desire to provide you a breathtaking gallery that reminds you exactly how your wedding day felt, I will omit images that you may be blinking in, duplicates, or those that do not contribute to your story. I do not offer extensive photoshop work because I believe that authentic is beautiful.

HOW DO WE BOOK?

Studio policy requires a signed contract and 30% retainer in order to reserve a date. The remaining payment is split into two payments. But more details on this and next steps below...

View Full Galleries

Look through stories captured and told

CLOSE