Welcome to Rachael DeCaria Photography!
Hi! I am Rachael DeCaria, owner of Rachael DeCaria Photography. I am a new photographer in the field; specializing in family and lifestyle photography in Northern WV, Southwestern PA and Southeastern OH. I also travel if I am available to do so!
I am happily married and a mama of two beautiful children. I found my passion for photography through motherhood. When you become a parent, you are reborn. Since becoming a mom, my iPhone camera was always open and photography became my way of journaling our life. My mind began to love photography more & more every day. I learned the best times to shoot, lighting, how to make kids giggle to get real smiles.. and some of my favorite photos are candids (unplanned, real-time beautiful moments). After 5 years of talking about purchasing a camera, my husband surprised me for Christmas with one. I haven't looked back or stopped learning since.
I hope to bring my love of capturing authentic, real moments to other families. I love to be silly and capture connections. The art of photography is one I am learning and growing in.. I am always honored when families trust me with their moments. I promise to bring a gentle, respectful nature to you and your family. I value comfort and fun, celebrate differences and 1000% understand the chaos that comes with family photos. I cannot wait to continue to grow my portfolio and experiences!
Client Testimonials
"I highly recommend Rachael for anyone looking for a photographer to capture precious, authentic memories with your family. Rachael brought her warm and welcoming energy into our session, made us feel so comfortable and like we were just hanging out with a friend the entire time. When she sent the final edits I was speechless and brought to tears. I am so grateful to have these sweet photos with my husband and baby forever!" -CW
"Rachael is a people person. In my opinion this is half of good photography. She has a great sense for what light people should be seen in to make them truly themselves. Through knowing, seeing, and feeling the energy of people alone or collectively she can capture deep connection, love, fun, professionalism, thoughtfulness, curiosity... And, if there are children involved, she knows kids and how to attract them to the camera or catch them in a real moment. She is a true professional and will make the experience what you want it to be. Not to mention, she is a great person to know." -HK