Scroll down this page to view pricing for all services we offer. There is A LOT of info here.

PORTRAITS

(non-commercial, scroll down to bottom of page for commercial headshot pricing)

$300 first hour

$200 consecutive hours

Includes:

editing afterward

online proofing site

all edited proofs

electronic download

reprint permission form

Please select PORTFOLIO in the menu above and then use the drop down menu

to choose which type of portraits to view.

Kind words from clients...

Dammon's Senior Portraits

“Kris, you have done a terrific job with Dammon’s senior pictures. You took the time to ensure that each and every shot was just the right lighting, the scenery around him, etc. I couldn’t have asked for better pictures. You captured the beauty of every scene.

You’re amazing. I will definitely recommend your photography services to everyone. As a mother, I can say that you captured everything that I wanted for my son’s senior year. Thanks so much!”

— Pam Sutton-Johnson (Avilla, IN)

Samantha's Senior Portraits

“I knew when I saw some wedding photos that Kris had done, that she was who I wanted to do my daughter’s senior pictures. WOW! Did I make the right choice!

Finally reaching that senior status is a really big thing and Kris definitely made it so. She let us have a say in what we wanted (fun) and didn’t want… After all, she (my daughter) is still in high school. We had so much fun on the Sunday afternoon that we did them that we were out all over town!

Kris has amazing insight into what looks good and what makes really great shots! We did studio, park, downtown, and even some with her boyfriend.

So if you want that “special occasion” to have special pictures too, we HIGHLY recommend Bella Vita Studios!”

— Cindy Pickett (Fort Wayne, IN)

Bryton's senior portraits

“My experience working with Kris was utterly FANTASTIC!! My senior photos not only turned out amazing, but I had a great time taking the photos as well…Which is definitely a big deal… No one wants to have a boring time taking average senior pictures. They want to have fun AND get great pictures. And you get both of those things with Bella Vita Studios!

I would recommend that if you’re in the market for some amazing photos,take a look at this site and give that number a call!”

— Bryton Killian, HS Senior (Fort Wayne, IN)

WEDDINGS

BOOK A COMBO PACKAGE WITH OUR TEAM & SAVE UP TO 20% ON EVERY SERVICE.

ELOPEMENTS

Base Rate for elopements
usually 2hrs & ceremony/portraits only
includes:
edited proofs
online gallery
reprint release

$500 - more time can be added

PHOTOS ONLY

10hrs on site
(results in 40hrs of work for me total)
includes:
engagement session - up to 1-2 hours for all day bookings
edited proofs
online gallery
digital download
reprint release
Assistant if needed

$150-250/HR on wed day - QUOTED

Want something different?

Let's create a custom package just for your needs.

REMEMBER THAT YOU CAN BOOK A COMBINATION PACKAGE

AND SAVE UP TO 20% ON EVERY SERVICE!

Kind words from clients...

Kathy & Todd's wedding

“Todd & I looked at the pictures and in all honesty we felt so blessed and honored with such an awesome photographer!!

Your pictures captured our story and every moment of the most meaningful day of our lives!!

I truly appreciate everything you did on our wedding day. Your pictures were beautiful!! You did such a great job!!!”

— Kathy & Todd Roberts (Fort Wayne, IN)

Samantha & Ross' wedding

"You are an amazing photographer and wonderful person! Thank you so much!" Samantha & Ross

Amy & Robert's wedding

“Kris did an amazing job as the photographer for our wedding! She helped with planning the day’s timeline, which took a lot of stress away. She was open to any of our suggestions and did a great job with the artistic shots as well.

We worked with Kris on our engagement photos and we were so pleased with those too!

She’s friendly and down to earth and I highly recommend Bella Vita Studios!”

— Amy and Robert Ault (Fort Wayne, IN)

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(CELL PHONE VIDEOS - NOT PRO VIDEO RECORDINGS)

Custom designed albums are available beginning at $999.

Remember that you can save up to 20% on any service by booking a combination package of services (photo, video, photobooth, DJ, makeup artist team).

I speak to potential clients from my heart but also from over 20 years and over 700 weddings worth of experience as the main photographer. This short message is worth the time to read and consider as you begin your search for the best wedding photographer to suit your needs.

Weddings are the single most difficult type of photography to create. This specialty is more difficult than all other types of photography combined. To do it well, that is. There are so many high level skills needed including portraits, architecture, action (bouquet toss!), close up macro jewelry and other details shots, etc. The day can be unpredictable with twists and turns in schedules, lighting, unforeseen weather, and more. In addition to all of this, your photographer needs to be able to handle the technical aspects with absolute ease while being friendly, helpful, encouraging, and super organized.

Your photographer also must have top of the line equipment including a back up item for every single piece of their kit and cameras with two memory card slots in case one memory card fails or has an issue during the day. They need dozens of batteries pre-charged and ready to go as well as back up memory cards in case the total number of photos is more than their usual memory cards can handle. Add in moving all of those people and massive amounts of equipment from one location to the next all day long and, well, you start to understand how huge of a job this is to do! We show up with anywhere from $20,000-40,000 in equipment to every wedding. That doesn't even include the multiple computers, hard drives, and software back at the office. And a photographer spends more time working on your account than any other single vendor you hire. They typically spend 3-5 times the hours spent on the wedding day. The average wedding photographer spends a solid 40 hours to perform all services needed for an eight hour wedding day. This is why your professional wedding photographer should cost you 3-5 times what you are paying your other vendors such as your DJ, wedding coordinator, etc.

Choosing the right wedding photographer is just as important or more important than every other part of your day. It's right up there with your ring, dress, and venue choice. These are your FOREVER memories. Don't trust them to the lowest price. These are the memories that will remind you of your WHY when times get tough. These are the memories that you will pass down for generations, leaving a legacy of love, trust, and commitment to your children and grandchildren.

I invite you to browse my portfolio below and consider your investment in heirloom memories. The difference between experience and gorgeous memories versus settling for an inexpensive cookie cutter package with unpredictable and poor results is often only $500-1000. Over decades, that difference is truly pennies a day. Your heirloom memories are worth choosing a professional.

FAQ

Do you shoot destination weddings?

Yes! I love to travel. Destination weddings do require a custom quote to include travel fees and expenses.

Will there be a second shooter?

All of my coverage and packages include myself as the photographer. If you are interested in a second photographer, I have multiple options available. Second photographers require a custom quote.

Can I extend the session on the day of?

Sometimes! If I don't have another session or event to photograph or I'm done for the day, I can sometimes extend a session or even a wedding for more time. When in doubt, ask me!

What kind of gear do you use?

I use top of the line professional equipment including double memory card slot (extra backup!) camera bodies from both Canon and Fuji, with professional level lenses and flashes and portable studio lighting products from Godox, Canon, and Fuji. My entire computer system in my office is custom made as the specifications required for a photo and video editing powerhouse far exceed the needs of the average consumer. I also have a massive system of hard drives and back up systems in place.

Can I order prints through you?

Yes, you can order prints, canvases, jewelry, and albums all through me. I have access to professional labs that the average consumer can not order through. It would be a wise choice to order your custom printed products through me as consumer companies offer inexpensive low quality papers and flimsy canvases. I can provide you with professional quality and I also GUARANTEE the product when you purchase it directly through me.

can not be combined with photo for combo package

(uses same staff and equipment)

Combo package

3-5 minute highlight video + live stream ceremony only

$1550 - Introductory Special $1000

Includes:

All items in highlight video
All items in live stream ceremony only

3-5 minute highlight video

$1200 - Introductory Special $700

Includes:

(8) hours of coverage
(1) cinematographer (can go to reception early to get footage of venue and decor if no video footage of family portraits is desired - strongly encouraged but cinematographer arrival time must be coordinated with reception venue in advance prior to the wedding day)
(2) professional cameras both with dual memory card slots for a second back up of all footage for safety
(12) professional lenses all capable of recording in extremely low light
multiple professional video tripods, video monopods, gimbals, and slider units for professional and smooth video moves
(3) video lights only used when absolutely necessary and used from farther away when space is available
live stream will be 1080p but all recorded video to memory cards on camera bodies will be 4k so your highlight video is all 4k footage
no ceremony or speeches audio included
chronological edit (not time shifted style)
only royalty free stock music can be used (popular music is illegal to use for this purpose due to copyright)
online site for viewing video with electronic download only
USB purchase is additional $75 plus tax on ENTIRE purchase per Indiana Dept of Revenue state law

Record ceremony only - full mass OK - no Latin mass

$350 - Introductory Special $250

Includes:

1) professional 4K video camera with super long range wide to close zoom range
professional zoom speed controller for super smooth zoom motion
stereo microphone to capture all music and readings
wireless microphone on one person from couple
edit afterward includes title screen with names and date with fade in/out to ceremony and end
Online site for viewing video with electronic download only
USB purchase is additional $75 plus tax on ENTIRE purchase per Indiana Dept of Revenue state law

Live stream ceremony only - limited to 1080p quality due to internet bandwidth and live streaming hardware

$350 - Introductory Special $250

Includes:

professional video switcher to easily switch between cameras/views during the ceremony (for example, wide view of entire altar area then cut to close up of couple)
private Zoom link or stream to Facebook or YouTube (Zoom is recommended because it's a more stable connection - Facebook can unexpectedly quit and have to be restarted but we can use whichever site you want)
(2) professional 4k mirrorless cameras with (12) lens choices of varying lengths - ALL capable of recording at extremely low light levels
(1) stereo microphone recording all music and readings plus (1) wireless microphone on one person of couple all combined into a separate audio recorder that also creates a duplicate recording at a lower volume just in case (this audio also goes to each camera)
Online site for viewing video recording afterward with electronic download only
USB purchase is additional $75 plus tax on ENTIRE purchase per Indiana Dept of Revenue state law

Since 2008...

We are Fort Wayne's oldest, longest running, and most successful photo booth company.

Hundreds of events. Thousands of visits through our booths!

Print on site + Digital

6 to 12 feet wide - great for larger groups like the entire wedding party!

$500 - first two hours
$125 - additional hours
$75 - idle time per hour
$150 - unlimited prints (everyone in the photo receives a print (12 seconds per 2 strips)
4-5 hours is generally around the $1000 range
Attendant on duty
Professional camera and lighting (flash plus constant lights)
Online proofing site with digital download for clients and guests
Guests can email their photos to themselves right at the booth (we bring our own WiFi)
Guests can create GIF's or leave a video message
Vintage and party props available
Variety of backdrop options
Custom designed collages or strips - no extra charge

Digital Only

Up to 7 feet wide - great for 2-4 people at a time

$350 - first two hours
$100 - additional hours
$75 - idle time per hour
Attendant on duty
iPad based booth with constant lights - no flash
Online proofing site with digital download for clients and guests
Guests can email their photos to themselves right at the booth (we bring our own WiFi)
Guests can create GIF's or leave a video message
Vintage and party props available
Variety of backdrop options

WE CAN OFFER CLASSIC PORTRAIT BOOTHS

OR THEMED PHOTOBOOTHS FOR YOUR CORPORATE EVENT!

SCROLL PAST THE "PARTY" BOOTH EXAMPLES TO FIND CORPORATE PORTRAIT BOOTH INFO BELOW.

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DJ SERVICES - PRICES

SOUND SYSTEMS & LIGHTING

All sound and lighting systems, as well as all DJ training, are designed and supervised by owner and lead photographer, Kris Gay.

I have a background as a Sweetwater Sales Engineer, specializing in designing and selling multi-million dollar recording studios and live sound systems for the rich and famous right down to local professional musicians. Every bit of equipment we use was hand picked by me. Every DJ that I employ has been personally trained by me, using over 20 years and over 800 weddings worth of experience, to ensure that your DJ provides M.C. or Master of Ceremonies services as well as coordinating all vendors behind the scenes so all events are completed per your schedule and personal requests. As a professional musician myself, I have an extensive knowledge of many different genres of music. Every DJ is trained to not only know their equipment inside and out, including troubleshooting any issues on site, but also knowing a wide variety of music genres from the last hundred years. We also bring A LOT of back up equipment with us on site down to extra speakers and other components, cables, adapters, and even extension cords. Electronics may occasionally fail so we're ready to keep the party rocking because we're prepared for everything! Regular ongoing training with all DJ's ensures that we stay your #1 Top Rated DJ vendor for our local area. No one else in our local area even comes close to our level of service.

Large Venue

or Corporate Banquet

$250/hr

up to 1500 guests (can fill huge banquet halls for corporate events)
team for fast set up and tear down
largest speakers but not "3 ft tall huge" club sized - we often set up four speakers across the room for extremely large events
subwoofer(s) for extra bass during fun dancing (turned on and tuned to specific set up during that time)
wired microphone with extended cable length OR wireless microphone
large size DJ lighting set with 10 ft wide truss rod set up that goes up and over the DJ booth, multiple 4ft long sets of lights, additional lighting on truss rod set up, and lights under DJ set up plus backlighting booth area
up to (12) up lights included free ($420 value FREE)
minimum (5) hours

Medium Venue

Wedding or Company Party

$200/hr

up to 250 guests
normal sized speakers, with or without subwoofer depending on space available and which DJ is used
wired microphone with extended cable length OR wireless microphone
medium size DJ lighting set (1) 4ft long set of 4 lights plus lights under DJ set up and backlighting
up to (6) up lights included free ($210 value FREE)
minimum (4) hours

Intimate Venue

AKA "Tiny DJ"

$125/hr

up to 80 guests
smaller speakers appropriate to venue size - but not "tiny"
wired microphone with extended cable length
minimal DJ lighting with (1) 4ft long set of 4 lights plus lights under DJ table and speakers
up to (4) up lights included free ($140 value FREE)
minimum (3) hours

Ceremony Sound

$150

Up to one hour for guests to arrive and ceremony duration

Includes (2) battery powered speakers, (2) speaker stands, white speaker stand scrim covers if desired, handheld microphone for officiant with stand, wireless microphone for couple if needed.
Outdoor $150
Indoor same location as reception $150

Need a quote?

Have a DJ already but you would like a quote for up lighting only?
We can do that! Give us a call or send an email today.

DJ Joel Crasper-Guzman

Joel's equipment

Joel uses top of the line equipment in a rolling rack case like the kind you see bands use when they travel on tour. This is so he can mount all of the equipment together and run cables inside the case for a clean look. He also has his own table with cover or a DJ facade that covers all of the equipment behind it. This create a clean and neat look for all stands, cables, and equipment. The photos that you see of Joel working below with a large mixer were for a live sound event. We've also included several photos of his set up for an outdoor wedding. When we provide sound for outdoor weddings, we can put the speakers in front or behind the guests. We provide all of the music and microphones for your official and the couple so all of the guests can hear the ceremony well.

His audio system includes top of the line components from microphones wired and wireless, mixer, EQ, compression/gate/limiter, power conditioner, professional cables for reliable connections, and speakers (up to four) including subwoofers. His lighting system includes professional products from Chauvet including many different lighting products for various effects and a huge DMX lighting control board all connected to a truss rod system up to ten feet wide. He can scale his system to suit weddings with 150 guests or more up to huge corporate events with up to 1,500 guests.

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