LightStrikes Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $1,100

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $999

Packages

About LightStrikes Photography

LightStrikes Photography

Founder & Lead Photographer

📸 LightStrikes Photography is a Charlotte-based wedding photography and videography team capturing love stories across the Carolinas, from the East Coast to the West Coast, and Europe🌍. Founded by lead photographer Raya Ko, our style blends photojournalism, classic elegance, and fine art with an artistic approach. When our team captures the moment, we add just the right amount of creativity, leaving the honest and raw emotions to speak for itself. It is important for us to understand your vision, and by using different angles, light, composition and articism, to create images that are unique and authentic representation of your wedding day.

✨Artistry. ✨Intention. ✨Connection. Experience the artistry of wedding photography redefined. Our team of professionals, celebrated for their mastery of light, composition, and diverse photography styles, offers service tailored to your unique love story💍. From intimate candids to breathtaking editorial shots, your gallery will be crafted to reflect your vision with elegance and precision. Trust us to transform your special day into a timeless masterpiece. ⭐ over 250+ Five-Star Reviews 📸 PPA Member | Fully Insured 🏆 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 "Best Wedding" & "Best Couple" Awards

Best of Zola 2026

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Drone photography
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Slideshow
  • Video
  • Wedding album

LightStrikes Photography packages

The Key

3 hours

Description

Perfect for couples who want beautiful coverage of their key moments, this package includes up to 3 hours of photography (time can be added later). Videography can be added.

What’s included
  • Consultation team & Wedding day timeline planning
  • Edited high-resolution images
  • Private online gallery
  • Additional gallery for your guests
  • Print right release
  • No watermark
  • Fast turnaround - 3 weeks
  • Sneak-peek
  • Print store & luxury albums
  • Unlimited locations
  • Add-on services: Videography, Boudoir, Engagement

The Heart

6 hours

Description

Designed for couples who want a beautiful coverage and fuller story of their special day. Time and Videography can be added later.

What’s included
  • Consultation team & Wedding day timeline planning
  • Six hours of prime coverage
  • Bridal Glam Session (the day of)
  • Edited high-resolution images
  • Private online gallery
  • Additional gallery for your guests
  • Print right release
  • No watermark
  • Print store
  • Unlimited locations
  • Add-on: Videography, Boudoir, Engagement, Albums

The Soul *2025 Best Seller

8 hours

Description

For the ultimate wedding experience, this coverage package ensures no moment goes unnoticed, from preparations to the final send-off. Videography can be added.

What’s included
  • Consultation team & Wedding day timeline planning
  • Eight hours of prime coverage
  • Engagement Session
  • Bridal Glam Session (the day of)
  • Edited high-resolution images
  • Private online gallery
  • Additional gallery for your guests
  • Print right release
  • No watermark
  • Custom edit for wall collage
  • Print store
  • Add-on: Videography, Boudoir, Lux Albums

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

11 reviews

  • MS

    Mikala S.

    Rating: 5
    •Apr 8, 2026

    High quality

    She was very communicative, checking in with us throughout the time leading up to the wedding, and was always willing to call to discuss the timeline and kinds of photos we wanted. She arrived early to assess the venue and collect information. She was very enthusiastic, and did an excellent job of sticking to our timeline. She got amazing natural photos of the reception and in the process of getting our other photos. She did SUCH a great job with editing the photos. The lighting was perfect, and it made it look like my husband and I were dancing alone and intimately at times, despite there being a bunch of people on the side. Loved the photos she got of the flower girls! She also found time to get great photos of our guests and bridal party along the way. Very kind and supportive with our desires, and she gave us a 1350 photo portfolio. If anything, it has beeb difficult to narrow down which ones to use, since so many of the photos are so great. Could not have hoped for a better quality photographer!

  • WM

    Wesley M.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 26, 2026

    Raya was fantastic!

    We had an incredible experience with Raya for our engagement photos and our wedding! Our wedding took place in early November, and Raya did an amazing job capturing all the fall colors and beauty of the season. She went above and beyond my requests, seeing things and moments that made beautiful memories and photos we’ll cherish forever. Raya made the planning process and wedding day stress free and so simple! We couldn’t have been happier with our experience!

  • WB

    Wendy B.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 9, 2026

    Mother of the groom

    LightStrikes Photography was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Raya communicated well and was easy to contact throughout the planning process. Their work was excellent and creative, capturing all the special moments of our day. They were timely, providing the photos quickly, and we were thrilled with the creative and beautiful shots they captured that will help us remember our wedding forever. We highly recommend LightStrikes Photography to any couple looking for an experienced and talented photography team to document their special day.

  • AI

    Albena I.

    Rating: 5
    •Dec 27, 2025

    Best photographer

    As a friend of the bride who helped coordinate the wedding, I can honestly say LightStrikes was amazing to work with. They were recommended as great Charlotte based photography team, incredibly organized, easy-going, and made everyone feel comfortable, which allowed the guests to truly have fun while still keeping the day on track. The bridal editorial portraits were absolutely beautiful! Highly recommended.

  • K

    Kierstin

    Rating: 5
    •Nov 8, 2025

    Couldn’t be happier with the outcome!

    Raya is amazing at what she does and so does her partner! Our photos for our special day couldn’t have come out any better! 1000% recommend and you won’t be disappointed!

Preferred vendors of LightStrikes Photography

Venue
The Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston
Charleston, SC
Starts at $15,000
Venue
Chimney Pond Farm
Glenville, NC
Starts at $8,500
Venue
The Yorkmont
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
Starts at $12,500
Quick responder
Venue
Homewood
Rating: 4.8 (12 reviews)
Asheville, NC
Starts at $1,500
Typically, couples book me about 13 months before their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.
Yes! We have various packages. You can add videography during booking, or later as an add-on service.
I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.
Our turnaround time is faster than the industry average—you can expect your full wedding gallery to be ready within 4 to 6 weeks. We also provide a sneak peek shortly after the wedding. We value both quality and speed, ensuring your memories are delivered beautifully and promptly. Videography turnaround time is 4-8 weeks.
You can expect about 60 to 100 images per hour of photographing. But keep in mind this estimate varies depending on your wedding package, number of guests, venue type, and other factors.
We specialize in wedding photography and videography, including full-day coverage, elopements, destination weddings, engagement sessions, and bridal portraits. We also offer personal and business branding sessions.
Our packages range from 90 minutes to 12 hours and multi-day coverage, with the option to fully customize based on your timeline. During our consultation, we’ll help you choose the right amount of coverage to match your wedding day flow.
Absolutely. We’re based in Charlotte, NC, and serve the Carolinas, the East Coast, and destination weddings across the U.S., Caribbean, Europe, and cruise-based events. Based on the season and the package you book, travel fees could be waved.
Our style is a blend of photojournalism, classic portraiture, and fine art — with a clean, true-to-life edit and just the right touch of glam. We focus on genuine, candid moments with an editorial finish.
Our photography packages start at $1400, and Photography and Videography packages start at $1,600 and go up to $7,000 depending on coverage, location, and services included. We’ll provide a custom quote during your consultation.
Yes! We offer short highlight Reels and vertical-format clips perfect for Instagram, TikTok, or Stories. These can be added to any photography package and are a fun, modern way to share your day with friends and family. We focus on quick, emotional moments and behind-the-scenes footage to create content that’s both meaningful and share-worthy.
Absolutely! We understand that plans evolve, so you’re welcome to add videography services or extend your coverage time after booking. We recommend making adjustments at least 2–3 months before your wedding to ensure availability and seamless coordination.
Yes, we do! We offer flexible payment plans to help make the booking process stress-free. A retainer is due at the time of booking to reserve your date, and the remaining balance can be split into manageable installments leading up to your wedding day. The full balance is due 30 days prior your wedding day.

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