the proposal

proposal for

Erin Linder

EXPIRES

Nov 17, 2026

prepared by

Rachel Thurston

Proposal

the

Erin + Chris

Thank you for our phone call! It was so nice to meet you Erin and bond over our love of tropical island vibe weddings. I put together a few options based on what might work best for your day...keeping timing, budget and number of guests in mind. I am  happy and excited for both of you.  

All things good,
Rachel

philosophy

Finding the light                 
every connection, thoughtful

Gifting the ones you love most this grand occasion. A reminder of Life's simple luxury's; the clink of glassware, the tear that slips, the wind that wraps and lifts. The little moment alone, together, married. Stepping into golden light. Twinkling eyes. Everything just feels...meant to be. How can life be this beautiful and true?
I am there trying to answer this question with every image I create. 

peruse the portfolio →

illuminating

effort and meaningful intention you have poured into this celebration.

Rachel Thurston

a note from

After 25 years photographing weddings, there isn't much I haven't seen. Weather, family dynamics,  extreme introverts, extreme extroverts. Last minute changes, spontaneous ideas, light chasing. 

My extensive experience means I am a ninja wedding problem solver. And because of that you can relax. You can trust. You can celebrate and enjoy and let me and your team  handle everything else.

With me, you can trust that I care about creating your photographs with the same care you have poured into your relationship. I take my calling as a documentarian  with profound reverence and gratitude..and even after all these years my heart still beats a little faster as you walk down the aisle, pull your best friend in for a hug and  stand in the perfect patch of golden light. 

My goal is that you see yourself and your connection to each other with more clarity each time you revisit your images. Trust me,  the light loves you.

providing

Curated Collections

Tailored based on our discussion and with more adjustments available — the below options are designed to fit your needs and encompass your full vision.  

prioritizing

Connections and Emotions

When you look at your wedding images it's like a time machine to how you felt in that exact moment. I am there to calm, prep, and guide you into the most true version of yourselves, so your photographs stay honest and deeply personal.

rendering

Fine Art Books + Prints

I am borderlined obsessed with the wedding album options I have for you. Lux material and craftsmanship. I love designing the layout and honoring your photographs by giving them what they want most...to be SEEN. Books, Prints, Wall Frames. It's where they want to live.

Rachel helped us feel completely at ease and                     understood our personalities.

The photos she delivered were outstanding—beautifully composed, genuine, and so true to who we are. We truly cherish them. We couldn’t recommend Rachel more highly.

— Mary Hudson, Waimea Plantation Cottages

intuitively

GOLDEN

GOLDEN

Vignette

Custom

I really feel like this will be the best fit for the wedding day you are planning. It will include all the main events..getting ready, ceremony and  lots of the party after. 

TOTAL INVESTMENT— $8,500

+ Full Wedding Day Coverage (up to 8hrs)
+ Rachel as your photographer 
+ Online gallery for viewing and ordering 
+ 2nd Photographer
+ Film and Digital
+ Edited high resolution images
+ Travel Included

Vignette- 6Hrs

Custom

Since you are a Southern CA girlie like me and I don't have to travel far...Maybe this option will work better for you. xo

TOTAL INVESTMENT — $7,000

+ Wedding Day Coverage (up to 6hrs)
+ Rachel as your photographer 
+ Online gallery for viewing and ordering 
+ Film and Digital
+ Edited high resolution images
+ Travel Included

Additional Hourly Coverage

STARTS AT $1,000

Heirloom Albums

STARTS AT $1500

A LA CARTE OFFERINGS

Content Creator

STARTS AT $1500

Engagement Session

STARTS AT $1500

Where We Go From Here

01. Customize

Let me know which collection includes everything you want for your wedding weekend. You can text or email and I will send a link to sign your contract and pay the retainer. Then Oct 16 2027 is all yours!!

02. Consider

Once you sign on the dotted line, I will send over an in-depth preparation guide with everything you need to know…with tips on creating a timeline, working around light at different times of days, my method for shooting at your venues and dates to put in your calendar for your engagement photos and location ideas. I also include a questionnaire that helps me get to know you and your event in a more personal way. If you need any help during the planning process, I am here.

03. Capture

The first day of your celebration arrives and my team and I are armed and ready. Cameras on cameras. Extras of everything. Always arriving way too early. Dressed to match your event and finding you first thing for a hug and deep breath. After that: gorgeous photos abound.

Next Steps

LET'S BEGIN

Where Ordinary Days turn                

Golden

Link to book your custom collection

proposal for

Jakee Anderson

EXPIRES

Nov 17th, 2026

prepared by

Rachel Thurston

If you are ready move ahead with your Custom Vignette Collection, you can click the link to sign the contract and pay the retainer. If you would like the Custom 6hr collection, email or text and I will make the change!