Portrait Photographers in Charlottesville, VA

Hey there, I’m Amelia! I am a local Charlottesville photographer. I am always willing to travel outside of Charlottesville though! I love photography and meeting new people. I specialize in weddings, surprise proposals, and family photography. If you are interested in wedding photography please inquire through my website. I always strive to make my clients feel comfortable and confident when capturing their wedding day or taking photos of them and their loved ones. My goal is to make your time with me as stress free as possible and send you an incredible gallery capturing genuine moments.

Hi, I am Grace! I am a Charlottesville native with a passion for capturing life’s precious moments. I picked up the camera roughly five years ago, and have been following my dreams of becoming a full-time portrait photographer ever since. I was born with Mild Cerebral Palsy, so I know what it is like to have challenges. I fell in love with photography because it allows me to express who I am fully, overcoming those physical challenges. Behind the lens, I truly feel free. I’m able to capture the beauty I see within us as human beings. I truly get to connect with everyone I work with, and there is not a more rewarding feeling than that.

From a young age, I have always loved connecting and building relationships with others. As someone who has struggled with my own insecurities, I strive to use my passion to help others feel and value their true natural beauty. I aim to do this by making my clients feel comfortable and valued through our time working together. If you'd like to inquire about a session, please consider emailing me first instead of matching the lead, as thumbtack does charge for each one! Thank you! 😊

I have my own aesthetic when it comes to portrait photography. Rather than taking generic photos that everyone expects, I aim to collaborate closely with my clients and co-create moments that feel personal and meaningful. I have experience shooting a wide range of sessions, including wedding coverage, solo portraits, couple and best friend shoots, and graduation photos. My style is emotionally expressive yet timeless. I shoot with Fujifilm cameras, known for their unique film-like color profiles that elevate every image with a cinematic feel. If you’re looking for a photographer who values connection and creativity as much as composition, I’d love to work with you.

Christian Johnston is a Virginia-based photographer with 22 years of experience capturing stunning images for a diverse range of clients, from private individuals to corporations and publications. Driven by a passion for creating beautiful visuals, Christian brings a unique artistic vision to every project. Christian Johnston worked for Viacom's MTV and VH1 in various capacities in television and film production as well as animation before turning his sights to photography in 2003. Born in NYC and raised in Virginia he returned to his birthplace in 1989 and has come full circle after 28+ returning to Virginia. He started his career in photography in 2003 where he worked predominately as a contributing photographer for the New York Post where he photographed feature stories. His work is syndicated through Splash and Polaris agencies. He has had many clients outside of the New York Post from magazines to private clients. He received a grant from the BAC (Brooklyn Arts Council) and sponsorship from NYFA (New York Foundation for the Arts) for his project The Fisherman of Sheepshead Bay. He has exhibited his personal work in galleries in NYC and Virginia. He has been a guest speaker at The New School in NYC and Crossing the Lines in Brooklyn.