PHOTOGRAPHER FOR THOSE WHO DESIRE DREAMY IMAGES WITH A STRESS-FREE APPROACH

I'm Rachel D. Ballard and I'm so glad you're here! Located in Berea Kentucky, I'm a small-town mama of four with a heart for photographing happy moments! I'm known for being kind, bubbly, and professional - I'd love to work with you! In a sea of photographers, it can be overwhelming but I would love to get to know you and your story. If you care about small details, natural skin tones, and customer service then I'm your girl! If you take the first step, I'll take care of the rest. I can't wait to hear from you!

I'm Rachel D. Ballard and I'm so glad you're here! Located in Central Kentucky, I'm a small-town mama of four with a heart for documenting wedding days and motherhood! I'm known for being kind, bubbly, and professional - I'd love to work with you! In a sea of photographers, it can be overwhelming but I would love to get to know you and your story. If you take the first step I'll handle the rest. I look forward to hearing from you!

PHOTOGRAPHER FOR THOSE WHO DESIRE DREAMY IMAGES WITH A STRESS-FREE APPROACH

i'm Rachel

Hey friend!

WE CALL BEREA "HOME"

Daniel is my husband, we have four babies, and we enjoy the country life!

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SOPHIA, OTIS, MOLLY, ROSELYNN

We have four Littles ranging in ages 1 to 7. It's never boring!

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I GRADUATED FROM EKU IN 2015

i have a degree in elementary education and taught 4th grade science

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WE STAY BUSY GROWING CATTLE, BABIES, AND THE BUSINESS

We enjoy the country life and live close to Daniel's family farm

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THIS TRULY IS THE JOB OF MY DREAMS

I first picked up a camera as a hobby in college. It quickly became a passion!

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JUST A FEW

let's get started

I picked up my first DSLR camera in 2015 and officially left my 4th-grade classroom in 2019 to grow a business dedicated to serving, inspiring, and loving clients. My goal is to provide each client with a memorable experience when choosing me as their photographer, with a warm smile and helpful resources every step of the way. From the time you inquire to the day I deliver your personal online gallery, I want you to see me as professional, creative, and genuine; Just consider yourself my client and friend! Four babies keep me on my toes but I am multi-passionate and thrive when I have several projects to focus my attention on. You can find me photographing anything from recipes, couples, branding photos, and growing families. No matter what season you're in, if you love bright, true-to-color, and authentic images then we will make a GREAT fit!

i was done. beated. passionless. it was time for a change.

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It all started...

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My Story

My Timeline

where I've been

2023

Became the owner of my own studio and event space named Studio Space Berea!

2022

Signed up for
Pretty Focused as a way of broadening my photography skills

2019

Said "goodbye" to my classroom and went full time in my photography business!

2017

Became the legal business owner of
Rachel D. Photography

2016-2017

Stayed booked with portrait sessions and weddings while also taking online photography courses

2016

Became a mom and began teaching full time!

2015

Graduated EKU with an Elementary Education degree

2015

Bought my very first
DSLR camera:
a Canon Rebel

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Jason + Kaylee
Wedding at Hawk's Nest
Weddings & Events

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Logan + Kirstin
Wedding at Phillips Grove
in Radcliff, KY

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James + Cayle
Wedding at Dan Forth Chapel
at Berea College