Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding & Event Photography Team in Richmond, VA
At Afterglow Creative, we specialize in capturing life's most meaningful moments with bold, vibrant, and timeless photography. Our team of experienced artists brings a combined expertise of years dedicated to mastering the art of storytelling through imagery. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized service that prioritizes your unique vision while maintaining the highest standards of quality and attention to detail. Our approach blends candid emotion with artistic composition, ensuring every image reflects the authentic joy and significance of your special occasions.With extensive training and a rigorous standardization process, our photographers and cinematographers deliver consistent excellence, whether documenting weddings, family milestones, or corporate events. We are committed to transparency, clear communication, and exceeding client expectations through every stage of your experience. Our dedication to continuous improvement and client satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a trusted leader in visual storytelling, serving clients locally in Richmond, Virginia, and globally through destination assignments.
Services
Wedding Photography
Cinematography
Family Sessions
Maternity Photography
Photo Albums
Drone Videography
Senior Portraits
Newborn Sessions
Engagement Shoots
Live Event Coverage
Highlights and features
- Our team undergoes extensive training with lead photographers before handling events independently
- We maintain consistent artistic quality across all team members through standardized practices
- Offering drone cinematography capabilities for dynamic aerial perspectives when conditions permit
- Providing transparent pricing with customizable packages to match client budgets
- Maintaining a 6-month turnaround for single-day events with guaranteed delivery timelines
What people say
Bold vibrant imagery
Excellent communication
Timely delivery
Authentic moments captured
Professional team
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures every significant moment with bold, colorful imagery that emphasizes emotional authenticity. We document ceremonies, receptions, and pre-wedding events using a mix of candid shots and artistic compositions. Clients receive a complimentary online gallery with print options, with turnaround times of 3-5 months depending on event complexity.
Cinematography
We create cinematic wedding films that combine highlight reels, feature-length coverage, and documentary-style storytelling. Our team uses professional-grade equipment for both ground and aerial footage when conditions permit. Edited films are available as separate purchases, with full production timelines ranging from 6-8 months.
Family Sessions
Lifestyle family photography captures candid moments during maternity, newborn, and senior portrait sessions. Our approach emphasizes natural interactions and emotional connections, producing timeless images that document family milestones. Sessions range from 30 minutes to 2 hours with flexible pricing options.
Photo Albums
We offer premium physical products including custom-designed photo albums, acrylic prints, and USB drives with digital collections. Our signature albums feature professional layouts and archival-quality materials. Additional products like video albums and specialty prints are available for special orders.
Live-streaming
Limited live-streaming service provides a stationary camera feed for ceremonies and receptions at $250 per day. This service includes camera operation but requires third-party equipment for projection. Available only for events within our service area.
People
Cory Tapia
Founder, Owner, Lead Photographer
Cory established Afterglow Creative with a vision for bold, emotionally resonant photography. He personally trains all team members through workshops and hands-on mentorship, ensuring consistent quality across every project.
Pete Von Kleeck
Lead Photographer
As lead photographer and photo editor, Pete brings technical expertise and artistic vision to every assignment. He works closely with Cory to maintain the studio's signature style across all photographic deliverables.
Alyssa Price
Lead Cinematographer
Alyssa specializes in creating cinematic wedding films that capture the emotional essence of events. She manages social media content and ensures consistent visual storytelling across all video productions.
Mary Buckley
Lead Cinematographer
Mary contributes to both video production and team training initiatives. Her work focuses on developing the technical and creative capabilities of associate cinematographers through structured mentorship programs.
Will Sidaros
Lead Cinematographer
Will specializes in capturing dynamic wedding events through innovative cinematography techniques. He plays a key role in maintaining equipment standards and implementing new production technologies for the team.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We focus on bold, colorful, and emotionally authentic storytelling with a mix of candid moments and artistic compositions.
Do you offer international travel services?
Yes, we travel internationally for weddings and events with no mileage charges within North Carolina and Maryland.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include online galleries, multiple photographers, and customizable coverage options with optional add-ons like drone footage.
How long does editing take?
Single-day events take 3 months, multi-day events up to 5 months, with full film editing requiring 6-8 months.
Can we request specific edits?
Yes, we accept revision requests within 7 days of content delivery and implement feasible changes promptly.
Do you offer payment plans?
We require a 30% retainer with remaining balance due 30 days before events, or full payment for bookings within 30 days.
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