WHITNEY RAE
Vail Wedding Photographer
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From mountaintop ceremonies at Vail Mountain to creekside vows in Beaver Creek, I document celebrations with a refined, documentary-editorial approach—inviting ease, presence, and connection in every moment.
Each image is created with intention: soft movement, honest emotion, natural light, and a sense of place unique to the Vail Valley.
Your job is to be fully there.
Mine is to help you remember what that felt like.
An artful & refined WEDDING photography experience designed to help you slow down and feel it all.
NOW YOU always will be.
YOU WERE fully there.
LUXURY, EDITORIAL-INSPIRED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY IN VAIL
Creating artful & honest wedding imagery for couples celebrating in Vail, Beaver Creek, and Colorado’s mountain towns — rooted in presence, emotion, and refined storytelling.
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I approach each wedding day with quiet intuition and grounded presence—anticipating moments before they unfold, offering support without intrusion, and helping my couples feel calm, seen, and fully themselves.
I work with couples who value artistry, emotion, and a seamless experience. Whether celebrating at Vail Mountain, the Sonnenalp, or Beaver Creek, they care deeply about how their wedding feels—not just how it looks.
Based in Colorado and often photographing throughout Vail and the surrounding Rocky Mountains, I document weddings with a refined, documentary-editorial style—designed to feel calm, collaborative, and effortlessly you.
Rooted in emotional awareness and tailored connection, I meet each couple exactly where they are—co-creating photographs that let you feel it all, long after the day has passed.
Preserving what’s fleeting with presence and intention.
Get to Know Whitney Rae—VAIL Wedding Photographer
- andrea + michael
If you’re looking for a photographer who will exceed all expectations, capture the most beautiful moments of your life, and feel like a lifelong friend in the process, Whitney is the one for you. She is simply the best, and we couldn’t have been happier or more impressed with her work. From the moment we connected with her, she brought such warmth, creativity, professionalism and humor to every aspect of the process. Trust me, you won’t regret choosing Whitney to document your special moments. She’s truly one of a kind!
""WOW. What can I say about this incredible woman."
Sarah & Kelly
As I sit here now writing this review, just a couple of days past our wedding, I can’t help but be sad that this whole experience is over, but I am beyond thrilled to get on here and express my gratitude and love for Whitney. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and with her photos, it truly is. Every emotion is brought to life, each photo tells its own story. Her attention to detail and creativity is unmatched. We’re going to be able to re-live our wedding day with her photos, what more could you ask for?
"They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and with her photos, it truly is."
Keri & Gavin
To start, if I could give 1 billion stars, I would. I can't express enough gratitude to Whitney for being such an integral part of our elopement day. From the moment we met her, her funny, kind, and caring nature put us at ease and made the entire planning experience more enjoyable and WAY less stressful! She has a unique ability to create a relaxed atmosphere, which allowed us to truly be ourselves in front of the camera. She captured every precious moment with such artistry and attention to detail, and created memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
"Whitney is an expert in her field. She knew exactly how to curate our Colorado intimate wedding experience."
Wedding Day Collections are customized to meet your needs — beginning at $8,700.
Alongside your digital images — available to you via a custom online portal — my clients work alongside me and my team to carefully select heirloom keepsakes to last generations to come. From albums to prints, our goal is for your images to be passed down, and last a lifetime.
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Working with a limited, selected number of clients a year allows for a personal and approachable experience. I believe in kind-hearted communication, openness with expression, and approachability with your vision and values. This means getting to know my clients on a personal level as we co-create a wedding photography experience rooted in ease, trust, and connection — whether you’re gathering with 200 guests at The 10th or planning a quiet mountaintop elopement.
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Every Vail wedding is as unique as the mountains themselves — and my photography experience is designed to match. Collections are tailored to your celebration, whether it’s an elegant ceremony at the Sonnenalp, a mountaintop gathering at Vail Mountain, or an intimate Beaver Creek celebration at Beano's Cabin. Wedding Day Collections are customized to meet your needs — beginning at $8,700
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- ANDREA & MICHAEL
If I could recommend Whitney a million times over, I would. She’s not just a photographer—she’s an artist, a storyteller, and someone who cares deeply about making your memories last a lifetime. Trust me, you won’t regret choosing Whitney to document your special moments. She’s truly one of a kind!
"Our experience was the definition of luxury — we felt like ourselves the entire day."
- Marissa & alex
Not only is she a supremely talented photographer, but she genuinely cares about her couples and takes the time to get to know you. Even though we had just met in person for the first time on wedding day, it felt like we had known each other for much longer.
"You won't find someone else as magical as Whitney — a true artist."
In Their Words
- Erin & Todd — France
"Working with Whitney was the best decision we made for our wedding. Whitney’s photos document our wedding week exactly how it was and how we want to remember it forever."
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