It probably comes as no surprise that Bay Area photographer Hayley Anne Photography found APW the way a lot of you do: through a friend who is also an APW reader. So it comes as no surprise that, as far as wedding photographers go, Hayley is among those who will intuitively get you.
APW clients and I just click. They have weddings where everything is so real, authentic, and relaxed. I’m interested in keeping the focus on the people and relationships that surround you on that day, the real things. Of course I shoot the details too; you’ve worked hard on them. But as time goes on, it’ll be the faces in those photos that matter most. Let’s spend time doing candids of all those people. When it comes to portraits, every couple is different, and I want to capture that individuality. Just have fun with your partner and let me do the rest.
And when you consider that her rates start at $3,000 for anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area (hello!), you may begin to wonder why you haven’t hired her already. She’s based in Santa Cruz, but she’ll get on a plane and travel to anywhere an APWer needs her. Wedding rates start at $4,500 including travel and destination elopement coverage begins at $2,000, OMG ARE YOU KIDDING ME.
Plus? These photos:
For Hayley Anne Photography, weddings are most importantly about the connection between people, with the awesome location as the element that binds everything together. Shooting in new locations lets her focus on the amazing love story happening right in front of her, instead of getting preoccupied by formulaic shots that work in a particular space. That’s why Hayley is forever available to be your Bay Area photographer, from the Marin Headlands to Santa Cruz to Big Sur and beyond, but will also travel the world (again and again) to make your wedding photo dreams happen.
Let’s break down her rates:
local coverage: Begins at $3,000 for 6 hours. (Weekday wedding rates are available starting at 2 hours coverage.)
bay area elopements and city hall: Starting at $750
hawaii and destination weddings: $2,000 for elopements, $4,500 for weddings (travel included!)
You can get an all-inclusive quote tailored specifically to you by just emailing Hayley. In general, the rates above include 6 hours coverage and all the important essentials, like edited high-resolution images via download, an unlimited personal share/print release, AND all travel and taxes. You can add on an album, prints, a second photographer, an engagement session, or not. It’s entirely flexible and up to you. Most weddings range from $3,000 to $5,500.
she’s also a good human
If I had to pick one thing I love the most about Hayley Anne’s photography, it would be easy: her photos make my heart leap out of my chest, they’re so glorious and dreamy. Hayley’s a self-proclaimed light-bender who only uses natural light during the day. The flash only comes out for the dance party. (Bonus: She has watched the entire Avatar: The Last Airbender series three times.)
But if I had to pick one thing I love about Hayley Anne the photographer, it would be nearly impossible. Why? There are at least three:
no bullshit allowed: From her lips to your ears, Hayley Anne Photography is all about keeping the entire process of working together totally transparent, from the first email until your photos are delivered and beyond. Hayley’s rates and packages are clear-cut, and there are no hidden surprises. Communication is open and prompt. Send Hayley an email and you’ll hear back within twenty-four hours, tops (she’s on the road shooting a three day weekend), and oftentimes you’ll get a reply a lot sooner than that.
she runs a lean, green operation: Hayley Anne is also committed to doing her part to make her business as eco-friendly as possible, using mainly digital means for communication and daily needs, and when necessary, exclusively recycled paper products and Mr. Ellie Pooh paper (odorless, eco-friendly, acid-free paper) to support saving trees and Sri Lankan elephants.
animals matter: The third reason I love Hayley Anne? Guys, she’s all about those rescued, fostered, and adopted pets. A portion of her photography proceeds goes to local rescue programs like Project Purr and Animal Shelter Relief.
So sure, you want an incredible wedding photographer who will take photos you’ll cherish forever. But if it matters to you that you have a photographer who is doing her part to make the world a better place—namely by supporting all couples regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, ability, religion, relationship label, sexual orientation or preference, the environment, and rescue animals—there’s only the one: Hayley Anne Photography. Find out more about Hayley, soak up more dreamy pictures, and then contact her to book your 2017 wedding today.
APW readers receive a free engagement session When YOU book your wedding by February 2, 2017. Hayley Anne Photography!
