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Hello, Thank You for visiting Marilyn Ray Photography.
I specialize in Adventure Elopements, small intimate weddings, and destination weddings/elopements in several different locations and states.
We love the outdoors and feel a strong connection while in nature. We are regular hikers and kayakers who have combined our passion of the outdoors and our passion for wedding photography.
Blending Love and Landscapes!
Let us help you execute your wedding dreams!
The love for nature is the very thing that gets us out in it. We see you.. .the trail runners and the "take it all in" hikers. The backyard campers and the back country explorers. The trail head tailgaters and the peak obsessors. The city explorers and the side walk strollers. However you get out there, we want you to do what feels natural to you on your wedding day.
Award Winning Photographer
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MEET MARILYN RAY
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Hey yall!
My name is Stephanie Taylor and I am the photographer and Owner of Marilyn Ray Photography! |
I have traveled for photography to many places and states. I love all things outdoors and nature. I am a big hiker, and kayaker. I love the water and breathtaking views. I have hiked some pretty amazing places and am an avid outdoor adventurer. I have kayaked 18 miles of the Colorado river, seen many sunrises on peaks, repelled cliffs, and fell in love with waterfalls. I feel the most alive while being outdoors in nature. The one thing that rings true with me every single time I see a new summit view, is the fact I will cry. It is so extraordinary what nature can do for the soul. I will be the photographer who gets in a creek bed or who will hike to the top of a peak to get the shot of you in a wedding dress with no questions asked. I feel like my passion for this beautiful life really comes through in the pictures I take. On your wedding day, I will be your cheerleader, your best friend, and your pep talk. We will get through the day .. whichever way you choose, together!
A quick secret people don't know: Marilyn Ray Photography is named after my grandmother. I wanted a name that is unique, elegant, beautiful, graceful, catchy, and would really stand out. My grandmother kept coming to mind. So I grabbed her first name and my daughters middle (who is named after her and my grandfather) and put them together. I am certain the choice I made for the name of this business was pure perfection. It fits me to a "T" and I absolutely do not mind being called Marilyn at all.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MYSELF, THE AWARDS I HAVE WON AND PICTURES OF PLACES I HAVE GONE
VISIT Meet Marilyn Ray (owner)
Meet Our Wedding Assistant
Leslie Thornton
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Leslie is the assistant to Stephanie of Marilyn Ray Photography.
She has a huge passion for photography and it shows in her work. When she isn't helping Stephanie fix the vail, fluff the dress, find the bow-tie, hold the rings, carry the train, move the strand of hair, etc., she also catches special moments on her camera during weddings with Marilyn Ray. Her pictures are beautiful, clients love her and not to mention, Stephanie enjoys having her around and appreciates all her hard work. If you book a wedding with Marilyn Ray Photography, you more than likely will see Leslie too! To learn more about Leslie and see some of the pictures she has caught on camera visit Meet Leslie Thornton (assistant) |
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER:
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SMALL WEDDING INFORMATION
Marilyn Ray Photography is located in Georgia and travels all over for weddings. I specialize in small intimate weddings.
Rather that be an elopement or a Chapel wedding with your closest family members, we are here to catch your most amazing day on camera!
I have won several awards for my photography including "best of Georgia of 2021" and aim to continue to make my clients happy!
I have an assistant that comes to weddings with me to help me in every aspect. She helps fluff the dress, straighten the vail, locate the missing, etc. She also catches beautiful moments on camera that I may miss. You ultimately get two photographers for the price of one.
SMALL INTIMATE WEDDINGS ARE SO SPECIAL AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVE PHOTOGRAPHING THEM!
Usually they include only guests that mean the absolute world to the couple and the wedding day is shared with everyone in such a close and intimate way. You tend to remember every minute and you don't get overwhelmed and stressed by the hustle and bustle a larger wedding can sometimes bring. Grab your favorite people, find a place that speaks to you as a couple, use local vendors for your cake and flowers, and start your own traditions from the very beginning!
Rather that be an elopement or a Chapel wedding with your closest family members, we are here to catch your most amazing day on camera!
I have won several awards for my photography including "best of Georgia of 2021" and aim to continue to make my clients happy!
I have an assistant that comes to weddings with me to help me in every aspect. She helps fluff the dress, straighten the vail, locate the missing, etc. She also catches beautiful moments on camera that I may miss. You ultimately get two photographers for the price of one.
SMALL INTIMATE WEDDINGS ARE SO SPECIAL AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVE PHOTOGRAPHING THEM!
Usually they include only guests that mean the absolute world to the couple and the wedding day is shared with everyone in such a close and intimate way. You tend to remember every minute and you don't get overwhelmed and stressed by the hustle and bustle a larger wedding can sometimes bring. Grab your favorite people, find a place that speaks to you as a couple, use local vendors for your cake and flowers, and start your own traditions from the very beginning!
If she asks "do you trust me?" Just say yes! Believe me .. you won't regret it! -Ashely Gutierrez
Stephanie (Marilyn Ray Photography) was an awesome piece to our wedding puzzle. She fit right in exactly where it was needed. I am so blessed we found her. She was like an old friend I had never met. I adored her. The pictures turned out amazing and everyone in the wedding party gave her such compliments. She danced with us and laughed with us and made us feel so comfortable. I couldn't of asked for a better photographer. I highly recommend her. - Alicia Green
SMALL INTIMATE WEDDING PACKAGES
ONE INVESTMENT FOR A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES TO SHARE FOR GENERATIONS TO COME
The wedding packages below are for your small venue weddings(chapel, cabin, backyards, park, ski lodge, retreat, small venue, etc.) If you are interested in an Adventure Elopement please visit Adventure Wedding/Elopement
**All of my wedding packages include an assistant/2nd photographer
**20% deposit to book
**I do not have a package over 5 hours of coverage
**All of my wedding packages include an assistant/2nd photographer
**20% deposit to book
**I do not have a package over 5 hours of coverage
COLLECTION ONE
$800
-CEREMONY ONLY (2 hours of coverage. Perfect for vow renewals or elopements)
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/2ND PHOTOGRAPHER (LESLIE THORNTON)
-USB AS WELL AS AN ONLINE GALLERY
-PRINTING RIGHTS TO YOUR PICTURES
-EDITED PHOTOS
-TIMELINE DETAILS
- PICTURES SENT TO YOUR GALLERY WITHIN 48 HOURS OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK WITH US
-TRAVEL COSTS INCLUDED FOR MOST EAST COAST STATES
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/2ND PHOTOGRAPHER (LESLIE THORNTON)
-USB AS WELL AS AN ONLINE GALLERY
-PRINTING RIGHTS TO YOUR PICTURES
-EDITED PHOTOS
-TIMELINE DETAILS
- PICTURES SENT TO YOUR GALLERY WITHIN 48 HOURS OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK WITH US
-TRAVEL COSTS INCLUDED FOR MOST EAST COAST STATES
COLLECTION TWO
$1600
-FOUR HOURS OF COVERAGE
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/2ND PHOTOGRAPHER (LESLIE THORNTON)
-USB AS WELL AS AN ONLINE GALLERY WITH BEFORE, CEREMONY, AFTER PICTURES, ALL THE RECEPTION PICTURES.
-PRINTING RIGHTS
-EDITED PHOTOS
-TIMELINE OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM TO HELP MAINTAIN THE DAY (4 hours is plenty of time to cover the wedding if the timeline is correctly done)
-PICTURES SENT TO YOUR GALLERY WITHIN 5 DAYS OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY AFTER YOUR CEREMONY
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK WITH US
-TRAVEL COSTS INCLUDED FOR MOST EAST COAST STATES
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/2ND PHOTOGRAPHER (LESLIE THORNTON)
-USB AS WELL AS AN ONLINE GALLERY WITH BEFORE, CEREMONY, AFTER PICTURES, ALL THE RECEPTION PICTURES.
-PRINTING RIGHTS
-EDITED PHOTOS
-TIMELINE OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM TO HELP MAINTAIN THE DAY (4 hours is plenty of time to cover the wedding if the timeline is correctly done)
-PICTURES SENT TO YOUR GALLERY WITHIN 5 DAYS OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY AFTER YOUR CEREMONY
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK WITH US
-TRAVEL COSTS INCLUDED FOR MOST EAST COAST STATES
COLLECTION THREE
$2000
-FIVE HOURS OF COVERAGE
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/2ND PHOTOGRAPHER (LESLIE THORNTON)
-USB AS WELL AS AN ONLINE GALLERY WITH BEFORE, CEREMONY, AFTER PICTURES
-PRINTING RIGHTS
-EDITED PHOTOS
-TIMELINE OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM TO HELP MAINTAIN THE DAY
-PICTURES SENT TO YOUR GALLERY WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK WITH US
-TRAVEL COSTS INCLUDED FOR MOST EAST COAST STATES
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/2ND PHOTOGRAPHER (LESLIE THORNTON)
-USB AS WELL AS AN ONLINE GALLERY WITH BEFORE, CEREMONY, AFTER PICTURES
-PRINTING RIGHTS
-EDITED PHOTOS
-TIMELINE OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM TO HELP MAINTAIN THE DAY
-PICTURES SENT TO YOUR GALLERY WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK WITH US
-TRAVEL COSTS INCLUDED FOR MOST EAST COAST STATES
WEDDING PACKAGE ADD ON
- VIDEO $150
We take small video clips while we are photographing and put them all together in a quick video for you to enjoy and share.
EXAMPLE BELOW
We take small video clips while we are photographing and put them all together in a quick video for you to enjoy and share.
EXAMPLE BELOW
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Stephanie (Marilyn Ray Photography) was an awesome piece to our wedding puzzle. She fit right in exactly where it was needed. I am so blessed we found her. She was like an old friend I had never met. I adored her. The pictures turned out amazing and everyone in the wedding party gave her such compliments. She danced with us and laughed with us and made us feel so comfortable. I couldn't of asked for a better photographer. I highly recommend her. - Alicia Green
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT
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What is an ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT?
It is just that. An elopement that is filled with adventure and I 10/10 recommend one!
It can be a yurt sleepover with all your loved ones, in the middle of no where or just the two of you under a waterfall.
Think breathtaking views and becoming one with nature. People love this type of wedding because they feel most connected when in the great outdoors.
WHO WOULD DO THIS
The couples who want this type of wedding tend to have a love of travel, nature and passion for exploring. They want to be unique. They throw all the rules out the window and do things the way they want to. They typically don't want the stress that "traditional" can bring. They are fearless and definitely not afraid of a little dirt. They live life on the edge, wear their hearts on their sleeves and value experiences over things.
WHERE CAN WE DO THIS
With an adventure wedding, the possibilities are endless. From mountains, to waterfalls, to beaches, to caves. To get to the destination of your choice, you can have four-wheeler rides, horseback riding, helicopter rides, or just a simple hike... Literally, wherever or however your imagination takes you!
WHEN SHOULD WE HAVE OUR ADVENTURE WEDDING?
Consider where you want to go and research. We can help you with this!
Look at weather, does your destination have a rainy season?
Think about Tourism, is it a tourist area and does it have a peak season? If so, consider the crowds, longer lines and booked lodging.
HOW DO WE MAKE THIS HAPPEN?
Contact me and we can reserve your date, Talk about pricing, ask and answer all the questions you may have, bounce ideas and then all you have to do from there is relax, have fun, enjoy yourself and of course adventure!
It is just that. An elopement that is filled with adventure and I 10/10 recommend one!
It can be a yurt sleepover with all your loved ones, in the middle of no where or just the two of you under a waterfall.
Think breathtaking views and becoming one with nature. People love this type of wedding because they feel most connected when in the great outdoors.
WHO WOULD DO THIS
The couples who want this type of wedding tend to have a love of travel, nature and passion for exploring. They want to be unique. They throw all the rules out the window and do things the way they want to. They typically don't want the stress that "traditional" can bring. They are fearless and definitely not afraid of a little dirt. They live life on the edge, wear their hearts on their sleeves and value experiences over things.
WHERE CAN WE DO THIS
With an adventure wedding, the possibilities are endless. From mountains, to waterfalls, to beaches, to caves. To get to the destination of your choice, you can have four-wheeler rides, horseback riding, helicopter rides, or just a simple hike... Literally, wherever or however your imagination takes you!
WHEN SHOULD WE HAVE OUR ADVENTURE WEDDING?
Consider where you want to go and research. We can help you with this!
Look at weather, does your destination have a rainy season?
Think about Tourism, is it a tourist area and does it have a peak season? If so, consider the crowds, longer lines and booked lodging.
HOW DO WE MAKE THIS HAPPEN?
Contact me and we can reserve your date, Talk about pricing, ask and answer all the questions you may have, bounce ideas and then all you have to do from there is relax, have fun, enjoy yourself and of course adventure!
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENTS HAVE DIFFERENT TIME OPTIONS
Half Day, Full Day, or Ceremony Only.
Example of a full day adventure elopement we have captured below.
5:30am - STEP OFF
8:30am - REACHED SUMMIT
9:00am - VOW EXCHANGE
10:30am HEADED DOWN THE TRAIL
12:15pm - REACHED OUR VEHICLES
12:30pm - GRABBED LUNCH
1:30pm- SKI RESORT
5:00pm- THE END OF THE DAY
Half Day, Full Day, or Ceremony Only.
Example of a full day adventure elopement we have captured below.
5:30am - STEP OFF
8:30am - REACHED SUMMIT
9:00am - VOW EXCHANGE
10:30am HEADED DOWN THE TRAIL
12:15pm - REACHED OUR VEHICLES
12:30pm - GRABBED LUNCH
1:30pm- SKI RESORT
5:00pm- THE END OF THE DAY
Highly recommend Stephanie for your adventure and elopement wedding. She is the best and you will not be disappointed but rather excited to share your day with friends and family through pictures of the entire day captured by Marilyn Ray. - Adam Dolly
ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT INVESTMENT
YOUR WEDDING DAY COULD BE YOUR BIGGEST ADVENTURE YET!!
What to expect with all our Adventure Elopement Packages
(ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGES)
-COVERAGE FOR THE WHOLE DAY (minimum of 2 hours maximum of 12 hours)
-PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT
-OPTIONS FOR CEREMONY LOCATIONS CAN BE GIVEN TO YOU DURING INQUIRY
-WE COME TO THE LOCATION THE DAY/NIGHT BEFORE AND MEET WITH YOU TO GO OVER TIMELINE, ETC.
- ONLINE GALLERY SNEAK PEEK SENT TO YOU WITHIN 48 HOURS OF MY RETURN HOME
- USB WITH ALL YOUR PICTURES MAILED TO YOUR ADDRESS WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF SNEAK PEEK
-PRINTING RIGHTS
-TRAVEL, LODGING AND EXCURSIONS (for myself and assistant) INCLUDED IN PRICE
-UNLIMITED CONSULTATION FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK
-OPTION OF SCOUTING YOUR OWN LOCATION OR PICKING ONE OF OUR LOCATIONS (limitations do apply)
-LOCAL ADVICE AND INFORMATION FOR PLANNING (with some locations)
- HELP WITH PLANNING YOUR DAY, ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS
- PERMITS AND PERMISSIONS IF NEEDED
-ORDAINED OFFICIANT (GEORGIA ONLY) OPTIONAL
- SEASONAL BOUQUET OPTIONAL
PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
DEPOSITS AND CONTRACTS MUST BE RECEIVED TO BE LOCKED INTO PRICING.
PRICES ARE FOR GEORGIA, ALABAMA, AND TENNESSEE LOCATIONS
FULL DAY COVERAGE:
3400
-FULL COVERAGE DAY
(10 MINIMUM TO 12 MAXIMUM HOURS)
DEPOSIT TO BOOK: $500
(10 MINIMUM TO 12 MAXIMUM HOURS)
DEPOSIT TO BOOK: $500
HALF DAY COVERAGE:
$2400
-HALF DAY OF COVERAGE
(6 HOURS OF COVERAGE)
DEPOSIT TO BOOK: $500
(6 HOURS OF COVERAGE)
DEPOSIT TO BOOK: $500
CEREMONY ONLY
$1100
-2 HOURS OF COVERAGE
(EXAMPLE: MEET AT TRAILHEAD, VERY SHORT HIKE DOWN TO WATERFALL, CEREMONY, HIKE BACK UP, PHOTOGRAPHER LEAVES)
DEPOSIT TO BOOK: $350
(EXAMPLE: MEET AT TRAILHEAD, VERY SHORT HIKE DOWN TO WATERFALL, CEREMONY, HIKE BACK UP, PHOTOGRAPHER LEAVES)
DEPOSIT TO BOOK: $350