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I'm Crystal Vandegrift, owner of Crystal Image Photography. We are based in Central Virginia and travel nationwide for weddings. We are also proud to be LGBTQ+ friendly photographers.
I'm married and have one daughter. My daughter Casey is and will always be my best accomplishment in my life! I have entered my 25th year in business this year in 2021, and Casey has become my second shooter. So, I guess you could say we are a mother and daughter team!
 
​I am a huge animal lover! I share my home with five black cats we rescued from local animal shelters, one little blind Bichon dog, and my daughter's lovable black lab, Jaxson. Everyone loves to meet Jaxson, and you might see him traveling with us from time to time. :)
I'm a big-time coffee drinker and sometimes craft beer lover and even bigger lover of expressing art through my love of tattoos. When I'm not shooting weddings, you can find me anywhere near the sand and water; preferably the Caribbean, if I can get there!
 
My idea of wedding day photography is to provide our couples with a non-intrusive, easy-going, and flexible approach. Our style is natural, unique, and spontaneous, capturing those special moments of your wedding day. 
One of my brides said it best, "Crystal knows when to provide direction and when to let things flow naturally."
So, if you are a fun, easy-going couple who loves unique images and values photography, we are the wedding
​photographers for you!

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Want to know how we are different?
If it pours down rain the day of your wedding, please don't worry. I offer at no additional cost the opportunity to our couples to return to their venue to hold a couple’s session in their wedding attire. Why do I do this? Simple, because I hate to see my couples spend thousands of dollars for beautiful images of themselves on their wedding day only to have it rain and have everything shot inside in a dull environment/background. Obviously, I can't control the weather, but this is just my way of making sure my couple gets beautiful couple images on their wedding day best. Plus, it is just a kind thing to do, and we all need to share a little kindness! 
 
The Knot.com has awarded us The Best of Weddings for the past 12 years and a Hall of Fame recipient as well.
We've been featured in Engayed.com, Baltimore Style, Richmond Weddings, JET Magazine, Central Virginia Weddings, Bridal Guide Magazine, Chic Bride of the UK, and more!
 
Follow us on Instagram for more behind the scenes of wedding day fun like you see below, and head over to our wedding gallery to view more of our work.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

Pictures were one of my top priorities for my wedding. I spent a lot of time reading through photographers and even contacting some. I was also pretty nervous, I had never been professionally photographed before. Crystal and her team were SO easy to work with and immediately took away the nerves. I trusted her completely and I am so happy I did. Cannot recommend enough!  Ellen - Yorktown VA

If you're looking for an amazing photographer who is relaxed, has experience, and knowledge look no further. Crystal took our engagement and wedding photos. Not only were her photos amazing, but she is extremely responsive to messages and will even help you when planning your big day. It was important to us to work with a photographer who has experience with same sex couples, and Crystal and Casey did a great job capturing everything for my wife and I. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. - Emily - Nellysford, VA

Read more reviews here.
  • Home
  • Meet Crystal
  • Galleries
    • Weddings
    • Engagement
    • H.S. Seniors
  • Pricing
    • Weddings >
      • Wedding Collections
      • How To Book
      • FAQ
      • Pros of a First Look
      • The CIP Wedding Experience
      • Client Reviews
      • Wedding Albums
      • Bridal Portraits
      • Vendors & Wedding Planning
    • Engagements
    • H.S. Seniors
  • FAQ
  • Client Login
  • Blog
    • Storefront
    • Gift Cards
  • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Return Policy