LGBTQ+ Friendly Kentucky Wedding Photographers
Crystal Ludwick Photo
Founding Member
Owner: Crystal “Crys” Ludwick (she/her)
Established: 2014
Services: I am an inclusive wedding, elopement, family and engagement photographer in the Louisville area, but love traveling. I specialize in the honest documentation of relationships with a moody and colorful vibe. I pride myself on representing couples as they truly are regardless of who they love, how they present, skin color, gender identity, body type, physical ability or faith.
Member Statement: “As a Pansexual person, I want my community to know that there are wedding photographers in their area that do not discriminate based on who someone loves or how they identify themselves, especially since we are in a red state that tends to be less supportive of LGBTQ folx. I want my couples to know that I provide a safe space for them to be themselves in front of my camera and that I replace judgment with love. I use inclusive language at weddings and never assume certain traditional events will take place, but instead, I allow the couples to direct me on how they want their wedding day to look like.”
Kriech-Higdon Photography
Founding Member
Owners: Jessie Kriech-Higdon (she/her)
Established: 2005
Services: Our services range from weddings to on location and in-home family photos to commercial and brand photography. Our style leans documentary and in the end, we want our clients to look and feel like themselves in the photos! We do work locally but are not limited to Louisville. We often find ourselves in Lexington, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis for weddings and work nationally for commercial shoots.
Member Statement: “It's important for us to be part of Inclusive KY Weddings because everyone deserves to be met and seen for who they are regardless of race/religion/sexual orientation or gender identity. Our world and communities can only get better when we embrace others with empathy, understanding, and love.”
Sarah Katherine Davis Photography
Founding Member
Enthusiastically & honestly photographing adventurous, genuine love
Owner: Sarah Katherine Davis (she/they)
Established: 2010
Services: I’m a Queer wedding & elopement photographer who specializes in authentic & candid photography. I seek out intimate, joyous, & genuine moments through a blend of documentary and fine art approaches.
I love working with other LGBTQIA+ couples & folks of any race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, body size, or ability. I routinely research ways to be more inclusive and best serve all my couples, so rest assured I have your back.
My wife also offers videography, so we have all of your photo/video needs covered!
Member Statement: “As the director of Inclusive Kentucky Weddings, I am committed to making the wedding industry more welcoming, affirming, and equitable through continued education, personal activism, and by building a strong community of professionals who hold each other accountable and build each other up.”
Bourbon & Brides Kentucky Wedding Photography
Kentucky's Kickass Wedding Photographer
Owners: Megan Sweeting (she/her)
Established: 2015
Services: I am the Kick ass Kentucky wedding photographer located in Lexington, Ky but I also love to travel for weddings and engagements. I promise to deliver unique and artistic wedding photos that don't conform to tradition or trends. Also, photos that captures your personality and emotions on the wedding day. If you are looking for something different, reach out! From pools to churches, I've seen it all.
Member Statement: “Everyone, no matter their race, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation or identify, deserves to be welcomed; made to feel important; and are respected, encouraged and loved. Most importantly, I want to provide a safe place within my services to freely expressed and celebrate your love story, no matter how nontraditional and unique it is. As an LGBTQIA+ ally, I want to make sure you are comfortable on your wedding day.”
Cameron French Photography
Louisville-based wedding photographer documenting real and unplanned moments on film and polaroid.
Owners: Cameron French (he/him)
Established: 2020
Services: I am a Louisville-based wedding photographer with a documentary approach. My focus and intent on a wedding day is to give couples the space to be themselves, allowing them to experience the day as they should. I'm looking for those real, often unplanned, moments that really show the couple's unique personalities. The result is a timeless collection of photos of how it all really felt. I use various camera formats, such as 35mm film, 120, polaroid, as well as digital. I primarily document weddings in Louisville but also serve the surrounding areas, such as Nashville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Lexington.
Member Statement: “All couples, regardless of their race, religion, or gender expression/identity, should feel affirmed and celebrated throughout the wedding planning process and on the wedding itself and deserve to have vendors that will fully support them in that process. I hope to contribute to the evolving wedding industry and continue to create a more inclusive and welcoming space.”
Frames and Letters Photography
“Bold, vibrant and colorful portraits for fun and adventurous people who value unforgettable experiences!”
Owners: Johanna Hribal (she/her)
Established: 2018
Services: Vibrant, colorful, and candid wedding and elopement photography in Kentucky and anywhere else your love story may take you!
Member Statement: “All couples deserve to have their love story documented authentically for their wedding, and to work with vendors who are passionate about providing a fantastic experience for their clients every step of the way.”
Hannah Ours Photography
artful documentation of your most memorable moments
Owner: Hannah Ours(she/her)
Established: 2018
Services: Documentary Wedding Photography with a hands-off approach, offering guidance as needed. A safe place for you and your partner to show up exactly as you are.
Member Statement: “I believe in offering a safe creative space for all people. So often in the photography industry, I see photographers trying to "improve" their clients - editing all skin tones to be orange or washed out, airbrushing away any unique facial features, or promising to pose you to look skinnier. I believe every individual is so beautiful as they are, regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, size, body, culture, or ability. It's really important to me that we as an industry provide space for every human to show up exactly as they are and to celebrate what makes each of us unique.”
Email // Website // Instagram // Facebook // Tiktok
Image 1 by Kendra Farris Photography, all others by Hannah Ours
Jennifer Dai Photography
Owners: Jennifer Sutton (she/her)
Established: 2019
Services: I am a portrait photographer based in Lexington and generally service all of Central Kentucky. Capturing weddings and couples are my jam, but I am down to help you celebrate anything you need celebrated. My style is vibrant authenticity and I work with you to intentionally curate your photography experience.
Member Statement: “There are significant inclusivity gaps in the wedding industry. I strive to narrow those gaps as best I can. Everyone deserves to have their life unapologetically celebrated and documenting it is truly an honor.”
Lauren Alexandra Photography
Owners: Lauren Alexandra Wessel (she/her)
Established: 2017
Services: I offer inclusive, body-neutral photography to the Louisville and NKY/Cincinnati areas, specializing in couples and engagement photography, elopements, weddings, boudoir, and portraits.
Member Statement: “I want everyone to feel absolutely comfortable, supported, and safe with their choice of photographer! Photographing humans in love is my favorite, and I want to make sure my clients are confident that I am 100% on their side. I also want my clients to trust that I will create beautiful artwork with them, take authentic photos that tell their story, and reveal their personality or personalities.”
Email // Website // Instagram // Boudoir Instagram // Facebook // Phone
Love Hunters LLC
Classic meets moody, warm imagery + artistic films made with a bit of grit.
Owner & Founder: Susan Jordan (she/her)
Lead Videographer: Kevin Jordan (he/him)
Associates: Sam Hunter (he/him) & KaSandra Mitchell (she/her)
Established: 2011
Services: Love Hunters is a team of like-minded photographers serving Louisville, KY and surrounding cities. We specialize in wedding and couples photography, family sessions, and headshots. We strive to put our clients at ease in front of the camera while bringing out their unique personalities; a craft we’ve been perfecting for the past 11+ years. We offer an artistic twist on many of our photos while keeping our style bold, yet timeless.
Member Statement: “Discrimination sucks. We feel lucky to be a part of such an inclusive network of vendors and will continue to strive towards inclusion, uplifting individuals, and celebrating each other's unique differences.”
Meagan Jordan Photography
Owner: Meagan Jordan (she/her)
Established: 2012
Services: I'm a wedding, family and portrait photographer with over 10yrs of experience. I would describe my style of photography as candid, authentic and creative. Pursuing timeless imagery that feels focused and connected.
Member Statement: “Every person not only deserves to have beautiful photos captured of their lives but a vendor that is rooting for them! Community support is everything and I always want to be encouraging and uplifting to others. I love getting to know my clients and hear about their journey through the use of my camera; photography has been an outlet for me to connect to others.”
Melissa Passons Photography
Owner: Melissa Passons (she/her)
Established: 2015
Services: Photography for weddings, engagements, elopements, and intimate weddings. As well as boudoir, studio, and styled shoots.
Member Statement: “No matter who you are and where you come from you are loved and this is your time to be celebrated. Let’s capture something wonderful together.”
Email // Phone // Website // Instagram // Boudoir Instagram
Mothwing Photography
Kentucky-based photographer crafting wedding photos that celebrate who you are & headshots that celebrate who you want to be.
Owner: Ayna Lorenzo (she/her)
Established: 2014
Services: I specialize in vibrant, romantic wedding photography, and creative, professional portraits. If you want a wedding photography experience full of emotional storytelling, candid photography, and joyful documentation, I'd love to connect with you!
Member Statement: “I believe in working towards a world that is equitable and safe for all people. My clients should always feel that they, their families, and their guests will feel welcomed, supported, and celebrated when they are around me.”
Queen of Cups Photography
Owners: Savanna Barnett (she/her)
Established: 2022
Services: Wedding Photography, Proposals, Engagements, Solo/Family Portraits, Boudoir, Headshots, Pets, Events
Member Statement: “It is important to me that my couples and families know they have an ally and a friend in me. I am a safe space for them to display their love for each other and themselves, no matter their race, abilities, gender or sexuality! Love is love, and I LOVE love! I would be honored to capture and encapsulate your beautiful moments of love to last a lifetime.”
Rollins Studio
Owners: Rollins Mathews (she/her)
Established: 2019
Services: When I began photography I learned quickly I love taking photos of people in love. Whether romantic love, familial, friend, or self. It has enthralled me. I am primarily a wedding photographer but I also offer family, engagement, headshot and friendship sessions that are open to any sexuality, age, race, gender or background. My style is documentary with an emphasis on capturing a day as it played out. From true-to-life colors to those little moments in between big moments, my camera is up and ready for what your day holds.
Member Statement: “As someone who lives and celebrates life with a predominately LGBTQ+ community, I care deeply about the equitable treatment and availability of resources of my peers. I want my couples to know that they, their families, and guests are not only welcomed by me, but will be celebrated in images for years to come.”
Sur la Lune Photography
For those Over the Moon with Love and Happiness
Owners: Carrie Guggenmos (she/her)
Established: 2010
Services: We are Carrie, Ganer, and a team of associates that have enthusiastically provided inclusive services since 2010. We were there outside the clerk's office with the honor of photographing the first gay wedding in Bowling Green when it was finally legal. We are proud to have been a part of so many celebrations for folks from many diverse backgrounds that have trusted us from all around this country. Sur la Lune has always been about shooting with an open heart. Our work is candid, lively, and vibrant. We believe in doing in your way and with your values in mind. We are so excited to hear more about your story.
Member Statement: “Because as a queer-identifying woman, I struggled to find vendors myself when it was my turn to invest in such services. I remember when clients would nervously ask if we were "okay" with working with queer couples. I remember a time when skin tones were an afterthought and representation in wedding media was overwhelmingly white-washed, ableist, materialistic, and heteronormative. I am so THRILLED to see our community making strides in making things better. It finally feels like a community and I am so happy to see this growth.”
Winters Photography Co
Nurturing moments honestly & beautifully giving them back to you in a photo.
Owner: Mickie Winters (she/they)
Established: 2001
Services: Photo maker of art & honest documentation. A multifaceted photographer with a background in fine art, documentary, magazine & editorial work. Specializing in weddings, engagements, elopements, family, musicians, business branding, product photography & professional portraits.
Member Statement: “All lovers are welcome & celebrated here. Being apart of the LGBTQIA community myself it’s important for me to come from a place of nurturing. Nurturing a moment, a vision. Nurturing a love displayed before me and giving it back to my couples & clients visually, as honestly and beautifully as possible with care. I focus on the real that is present even in the most posed of situations. Having inclusivity shouldn’t be a trend but a given. Inclusive Kentucky Weddings provides a honed in space for couples that face discrimination based of sexual orientation, gender, age, body size, belief or ability to come and exhale. That’s where I want to be and that’s what I offer. A real space to be authentic & accepted where you can breathe and feel at ease and taken care of. I will take care of you.”
LGBTQ+ Friendly Photography & Videography Teams
Sarah Katherine Davis Photography (& Video)
Founding Member
Owners: Sarah Katherine Davis (she/they) & Joyce Barbour (she/they)
Established: 2010
Services: Sarah’s wife Joyce is the videographer on their team! Joyce’s work balances the nostalgic feel of old home movies with more modern documentary influences. She focuses on real, honest moments and prioritizes capturing footage that will allow you to experience all the emotions of the day. We look for clips that make you feel something, which means we might choose a more emotive out-of-focus shot rather than a more technically perfect clip that doesn’t carry as much feeling. We believe that quality video doesn't have to come at the expense of you actually getting to enjoy your wedding day.
Member Statement: “Everyone deserves to have quality videography of their most important moments and to have their love celebrated and affirmed by their vendor team on their wedding day.”
Chandler Rose Photo and Video
Owners: Haley Christiansen (she/her)
Established: 2014
Services: Chandler Rose is a photo and video team for families, from engagement and marriage at the very beginning to all of the beautiful moments thereafter. We serve people who believe that real is better than perfect because we know that your honest, messy, normal lives are worth documenting.
Member Statement: “We believe deeply that who you are, as you are is inherently valuable. We believe you deserve to show up as your full self and feel seen, affirmed, welcomed, and safe. We are proud to be advocates for love. We serve couples of all races, cultures, sexualities, gender identities, and religions."
Kendra Farris Photography
“Helping couples feel present and in the moment on their wedding day… because everyone deserves real photos to hold dear for years to come!”
Owners: Kendra Farris (she/her)
Established: 2014
Services: Though I'm up for all kinds of photography, I love photographing intimate, laid-back weddings and couples love for each other. I focus on photographing weddings locally in Louisville and in Red River Gorge with the occasional destination wedding. Boudoir photography is another thing I'm passionate about. My husband, Trent, is a videographer and our clients have the open to add on video to their photo services.
Member Statement: “I think it's important for everybody to be able to have real photos of their relationship to look back on in the years to come. I believe that being inclusive should be the norm and that LGBTQ+ people should be welcomed everywhere. I'm here make the wedding world a more welcoming place! I'm ever-so-grateful for all the couples who choose me to capture their love for each other. I strive to make every couple and their loved ones feel safe & celebrated."
LGBTQ+ Friendly Videography
Slye Films
Owners: Jamie Slye (she/her)
Established: 2015
Services: Jamie and Andy Slye is the married backbone to Slye Films. We specialize in cinematic wedding videography, from Highlight films to the nostalgic Long-Form Documentaries (hello 80’s), Ceremony and Reception Events Films and Raw Footage. Our style uses classic, timeless and natural colors paired with the attention to the personalities and nuances of each couple. From romance and whimsy to loud and hype (or a blend of everything), we’ve got you. We have a heart for people who can have deep, meaningful conversations about who they are, how their love story unfolds, and why their relationship works. We ask the good questions, pay attention to the details most important to you, and will do anything to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera! We bring our married selves to your day, including our own balance — Andy is always filled with punchlines and The Office puns, where Jamie is the ultimate hype squad always spinning asking if you’d be willing to try something fun.
Member Statement: “This community is so important to us because we are personally surrounded by it in our friends and family. In our own lives, we’ve seen just how much more work an LGBTQ+ couple has to do to simply celebrate their love, and we feel like wedding videography is often a missing piece in the wedding vendor suite. Here’s our deal: you will never be our token LGBTQ couple we only celebrate in June. Your day can stay private, it can be blasted across all platforms - it is all about you, your vision, and what you want to remember most. We will be there to cheer you on and capture you as you are — just in fancier clothes!"
Founding photographers and videographers: Blair Dog LLC, Crystal Ludwick Photo LLC, Kriech-Higdon Photography, Sarah Katherine Davis Photography