Services
Claire has photographed over 300 weddings since 2007 and is recommended by renown venues and planning firms across the midwest region. Her work and the love of adventure has taken her as far as the Amazon Jungle, Belize, France, Italy, Mexico, Argentina, and beyond. She loves to pull inspiration from her travels, her clients’ stories, and experiences near and far. Claire takes a personalized approach to create gorgeous and genuine photos based on what matters most to you.
- KELSEY & TYLER
WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS
LET ME STEP INTO YOUR WORLD
Photographing weddings and elopements is my signature service. From intricate productions to intimate affairs, I’m in my element when I get to balance directing purposefully styled portraits and editorial details with capturing real-life candid moments that will become a part of your legacy.
I’ll work collaboratively with you and your team to set the perfect plans into motion for capturing your love story. My request is that you live authentically in the moment -which takes some vulnerability on your part- while I dedicate each split second to crafting images that reflect all your story entails.
I’d love to discover more about your vision and send you a proposal based on your unique details.
BTS | Wedding Content Creator
THE NEXT DAY IS THE BEST DAY
Relive all your key moments and behind the scenes details of your wedding the very next day. Real, raw, and right away! While professional photography and cinematography focus on the heirloom, journalistic, editorial, and fine art aspects of the wedding day, content creation is about allowing loved ones to take in the real life memories instead of peering at a small screen. This service is also available to the wedding professional teams booked alongside Claire Ryser for their mutual event. This is an in-house service add-on, and we’re so excited to offer this to current clients by partnering exclusively with Neyan Babani, a global travel and lifestyle influencer and wedding photographer. We’re honored to have her on the team.
EDITORIAL
WHEN EVERY DETAIL MATTERS
Exquisitely show off exactly what makes your business and brand special through detailed, artful, and excellent images. I have worked with gown designers, event spaces, florists, and industry professionals to craft the perfect images that bring your vision and story to life.
ENGAGEMENTS & PORTRAITS
DREAM UP SOMETHING MAGICAL
Infinite possibilities await. From skylines to botanical gardens, lakesides to rooftops, intimate coffee shops to bustling markets, what locations inspire you? The world is our oyster! A pre-wedding shoot is included in every wedding experience as well as style guides, tips, resources and more. Let’s get creative and collaborate on crafting the photographs of your dreams.
What are your average wedding day investments?
As all wedding days are unique, each wedding proposal will vary. Generally, couples spend an average of 15,000+ and is this will fluctuate based upon location, coverage length and breadth, and deliverables.
Do you travel? Is travel included in your investment?
I love to travel for weddings and portrait sessions! Travel is included in the custom quote you’ll receive in your proposal.
Do we get a pre-wedding / engagement session?
All proposals include a pre-wedding photo session. I highly recommend taking advantage of these unique shoots to gain experience with having professional photos taken and to document this season of your life in a unique and creative way. If you’re desiring a destination session, please let me know the city of your choice at the time of inquiry.
Do you photograph LGBTQ+ weddings?
Absolutely! And I am also a member of WeCo - LGBTQ Mid America Chamber of Commerce. The reason for the celebration is LOVE.
Do you photograph religious and cultural ceremonies?
I have 16 years of experience photographing weddings of many cultures and faiths, including: Muslim, Pakistani, Jewish, Persian Iranian, Greek Orthodox, Pagan, Christian, and more. The reason for the celebration is LOVE.
We want to book you, what’s next?
Once I receive an inquiry from you or your planning firm with your date and location, I will confirm availability. We can meet virtually or in person to discuss your specific details and I’ll send you a proposal.
