An important part of my story is that I fell, head over heels, for an Appalachian hiker and a full-bearded, nature lover. He taught me to love and cherish the outdoors.
After spending countless hours there, I became obsessed with the peaceful and miraculous qualities it possesses. Because of this, I found that elopements speak to my soul.
But, can I let you in on a little secret? There is something about a black-tie wedding that fuels my passion as well.
You see, I thrive on documenting elegant affairs, but I can also run around the woods for weeks on end. Although we often find ourselves having to pick between one or the other, I have found that there’s no reason to pick one over the other.
In 2012, I picked up a camera for the very first time, and from that initial click of the shutter, I was instantly captivated. It was as if I had stumbled upon a long-lost passion I didn't even realize I had been searching for. The exhilaration of freezing a moment in time, of capturing a fleeting expression or a heartfelt interaction, ignited something deep within me. From that day forward, there was no looking back.
As time went on, my focus gradually shifted towards a particular kind of storytelling. I found myself irresistibly drawn to the beauty and intimacy of capturing love stories. This passion for photographing weddings began to take shape, leading me to where I am today. Each wedding became a unique tapestry of emotions and moments, and I reveled in the opportunity to preserve these precious memories for couples.
This journey of growth and discovery has culminated in what Ridge and Ramble is today - a reflection of years of dedication, creativity, and an unyielding love for capturing life's most cherished moments. Each photograph is not just a picture but a narrative, a piece of art born from the heart.
A TRAVELING ELOPEMENT + WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN VIRGINIA’S SHENANDOAH VALLEY AMONG THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS
COMBINING A BIT OF ALL OF MY PASSIONS TO BETTER SERVE YOU
EXPERIENCE
My focus is always on making your images as quality & timeless as possible. This is why I put up a 50 photo sneak peek gallery within a week of your wedding with little sprinkles of moments throughout the entire day. Then I really work diligently on the quality of your full gallery that is available to view online within 4 months of your wedding day.
I shoot a combination of film & digital. I try to combine as much as possible with a ratio of 70% digital & 30% film.
Every wedding is different depending on how long I’m there & what all is going on but typically between 75 photos per hour. At the end of the day, I aim for quality over quantity.
Yes! Of course you can share the images on social media and send your friends and family the gallery link. Tagging is always appreciated! However, you two own the rights to print the images.
Do you offer printing services?
Yes! Through your online album I do offer professional, high quality printing services.
I'll travel anywhere! I have a free travel radius anywhere within Virginia! Outside of that is a custom quote.
The high resolution image are delivered on a web album with the rights to print the photos wherever you like! Although we do offer print services. We do not offer RAW file delivery.
In order to book the date, fill out the form through the contact page. We will set up a call & after that, a 30% deposit of your chosen wedding package is due to save the date.
A unique blend of artistic vision and heartfelt documentation. Drawing inspiration from fine art, nature, and the beauty of genuine moments, we approach each wedding with a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing real emotions. Our aim is to intertwine these elements to create stunning, intentional images that not only tell the story of your special day but also reflect the profound beauty and individuality of your love. Let’s craft a visual narrative that’s as authentic and captivating as your journey.
combining a bit of all our passions to better serve you
"Preparing for the wedding, the million little things that need to be seen to, arranged, planned for, accounted for, and crossed off the list. It is no wonder that the cliche exists portraying this process as utter madness. Consider this, and then consider how amazing, how truly wonderful it would be to book a photographer who can give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing the engagement photos will turn out perfect, the wedding photos will turn out perfect, and that in the photographer you may look forward to finding more than the hired help, but a lifelong friend."
TRULY A GEM, A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH,
AN AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER AND FRIEND.
CY + SOO
Kelsey is a truly gifted photographer and photo editor. If you’re looking for someone who can enrich your engagement and/or wedding photos by perfectly complementing the happy couple with natural backdrops, you’ll find none better then Ridge and Ramble Photography. And just as important, she’s also incredibly easy to work with...It’s difficult to put into words just how much we appreciate Kelsey’s work before and after our wedding day, so I’ll try to put it as simply as possible: Hire Ridge and Ramble Photography for your wedding. You won’t regret it.
"KELSEY IS A TRULY GIFTED PHOTOGRAPHER
AND PHOTO EDITOR."
Kelsey was truly amazing to work with! She helped us tremendously with location and vendor recommendations. Not only did she come up with the perfect timeline but she coordinated with our other vendors which took a lot of the stress off us. Driving for hours to our location, hiking the trail multiple times, and getting drenched in the rain!! The best part was seeing all her hard work pay off with these gorgeous photographs! She is truly a master at her craft. She made us feel so at ease and the entire experience was spectacular!
"SHE WENT ABOVE AND BEYOND THROUGHOUT
THE ENTIRE PROCESS"
MEGHAN & KEITH
Preparing for the wedding, the million little things that need to be seen to, arranged, planned for, accounted for, and crossed off the list. It is no wonder that the cliche exists portraying this process as utter madness. Consider this, and then consider how amazing, how truly wonderful it would be to book a photographer who can give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing the engagement photos will turn out perfect, the wedding photos will turn out perfect, and that in the photographer you may look forward to finding more than the hired help, but a lifelong friend. My friends, that is what you can not just look forward to, but can expect with complete confidence when booking Ridge and Ramble Photography.
"KELSEY IS TRULY A GEM, A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH, AND AN AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER AND FRIEND"
CY + SOO
Kelsey and her team were simply amazing all the way from the engagement session to the big day! Her quality of work is like none seem before and she makes it literally impossible to select just one photo as a favorite. She has been so helpful throughout this entire experience, kept great communication, and was so easy to work with! I am so thankful for all the beautiful work she put together and I will definitely be returning for her for any photography needs I will ever have! When looking at the photos, the amount of love and fun is literally jumping through the photos which I never realized one could capture.
"When looking at the photos, the amount of love and fun is literally jumping through the photos"
ashley & Jordan
She blew our expectations out the water and was really able to capture our love and every moment to perfection! She made us feel so comfortable to be ourselves. Photos are our memories and she is worth every penny. If you are thinking about hiring her, DO IT! She is now our photographer for life!
