Customizing each wedding since 2018

Luxury Wedding Photography & Videography Personalized to Your Vision

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YOUR Vision

Your Story.
Your Aesthetic.
Your Way.

Virginia & Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer. Serving Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, D.C. New York, California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah and more!

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Real Client

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I would not have wanted anyone else to be the photographer for my wedding and engagement pictures. Andrea & her team were absolutely AMAZING!
This was the best investment in our wedding day... I am flooded with emotion & joy every time I come back to watch our video
The Amative team was wonderful to work with. We love our pictures, enjoyed working with the team, and highly recommend them. We knew what we wanted and valued, and Andrea absolutely delivered an amazing package. You can't go wrong with Amative!
Simply put, Amative Creative exceeds expectations!
Our experience with Amative Creative was amazing. Highly recommend They are so professional but yet so helpful and caring especially on your BIG DAY.

Based in Virginia, Tennessee, Colorado & California.
No travel fees anywhere in the usa.
Available worldwide.

why we're different

why choose us?

Personalized Documentation Approach

PERSONALIZED DOCUMENTATION APPROACH

We walk into every wedding day knowing your exact vision and details. No two weddings are the same.

CUSTOMIZED EDIT STYLE

CUSTOMIZED EDIT STYLE

We don't just slap the same preset on every gallery. You have a real say in what the final edit style looks like!

Build Your Own PHOTO, VIDEO, & CONTENT PACKAGES

BUILD YOUR OWN PHOTO, VIDEO, & CONTENT PACKAGES

With all of your documentation under one umbrella, you don't have to juggle different vendors and contacts And we can perfect your package to give you exactly what you need.

NO Additional FEES & TRANSPARENT PRICING

NO ADDITIONAL FEES & TRANSPARENT PRICING

Wedding planning is stressful enough, which is why we have our full pricing clearly listed on our website. Just head over to our Experience page to get started! Each price includes all taxes and fees. You won't be surprised when you get your contract from us. 

Traveling Free in the USA, and Destinations at Cost Worldwide

TRAVELING FREE IN THE USA, AND DESTINATIONS AT COST WORLDWIDE

Getting married in New York City? No problem. San Diego? Cool. Hawaii? TAKE US WITH YOU. We service the entire United States with NO TRAVEL FEES. And please ask us about your destination wedding! Chances are we're able to create a package that fits your vision without breaking the bank. We typically can cover flight costs, and just need accommodations covered. 

WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS, Engagements, Maternity, Family  & MORE

WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS, ENGAGEMENTS, MATERNITY, FAMILY & MORE

While, yes, we tend to focus on weddings & elopements around here (let's be honest, they're our favorite), but we also capture all the things: engagements & proposals, maternity sessions, family photos, you name it, we can do it. 

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Amative Creative - Lynchburg Wedding Photographer - Virginia Wedding Photographer - Charlottesville Wedding Photographer - Richmond Wedding Photographer - Andrea Lewis - Andrea Caresse Lewis - Fine Art Wedding Photographer - Luxury Wedding Photographer
Amative Creative - Lynchburg Wedding Photographer - Virginia Wedding Photographer - Charlottesville Wedding Photographer - Richmond Wedding Photographer - Andrea Lewis - Andrea Caresse Lewis - Fine Art Wedding Photographer - Luxury Wedding Photographer

Congratulations on getting engaged and planning your wedding! Finding the right photographer to capture it seems like a daunting task... but it doesn't have to be! 

virginia Wedding Photographer & Videographer

Your search for a photographer or videographer may be frustrating so far, because you can't quite find the right fit stylistically... Or maybe everything just looks the same. Maybe that picture-perfect vision you have in your head, just isn't landing on your screen yet.

If that's you - I have some great news. I've made it my mission to open up the photo editing process to our couples, giving YOU a real voice in the creative journey. It's pretty unheard of in the photo world... But I like to shake things up like that. 

Your wedding photos should speak exactly to your unique vision. After all, these images will be hanging on YOUR walls for decades to come - not mine. Why settle for a cookie-cutter preset when you can create your own? Through our unique process, we can help discover, create, and perfect your wedding photography & videography aesthetic. Bringing your individual vision to life!

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I'm Andrea, Owner of Amative Creative

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A Personalized Photo & Video Experience - Tailoring to Your Aesthetic

Crafting Timeless Memories in Virginia, Tennessee, Colorado, California and Beyond

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One Cohesive Team on Your wedding day

Amative Creative is a fully integrated photography and videography team serving weddings across Virginia, Colorado, Tennessee, Georgia, Washington DC, Maryland, and destinations worldwide.

Our team members are carefully selected not only for technical excellence but for personality, warmth, and the ability to create a relaxed environment for couples.

Because our photographers and videographers work together under one artistic direction, your wedding story feels cohesive from beginning to end — still imagery and motion that complement one another seamlessly.

This collaborative approach eliminates the stress of coordinating multiple vendors and allows you to remain fully present in your day.

Experience You Can Trust

Choosing your photographer & videographer isn’t just about images & film — it’s about trust.

With more than a decade of experience photographing weddings across the United States and internationally, our team walks alongside you throughout the entire process. From timeline planning and lighting guidance to location scouting and creative direction, you are supported every step of the way.

We’ve documented love stories in:
• Italy • Greece • France • Spain • Morocco • England • Iceland • Mexico • Virginia • Washington DC
• Maryland • Colorado • Georgia • New York • California • Florida • North Carolina • Arizona • Oregon
• Washington • Idaho • Connecticut • Delaware • Vermont • Maine • New Hampshire • Hawaii • & More!

Wherever your story leads, we’re ready to travel with you.

Our Philosophy

We believe wedding photography is about more than aesthetics.

It is about preserving moments that cannot be recreated — the anticipation before you walk down the aisle, the quiet emotion in your parents’ eyes, the laughter with your closest friends, the joy that fills the room when you realize you’re finally married.

These moments become part of your legacy.

We approach every wedding with intentionality, reverence, and gratitude, knowing the images we create will outlive the day itself.

Let’s Create Something Meaningful Together

If you’re searching for a luxury wedding photographer in Virginia, an Atlanta wedding photographer, a Colorado elopement photographer, or a destination wedding photographer anywhere in the world, we would be honored to learn about your vision.

No matter where your love story takes place, we would be honored to be part of it. 

Availability is limited each year to provide every couple with a personalized experience.

start your personalized experience

We create a unique and dynamic experience that compliments you and your spouse on your wedding day. To make sure that we are a great fit for one another, we will reach out to you personally with information on how we can help make your wedding vision a reality. 

After completing the form below, you will automatically receive an introductory email, and Andrea will personally send a quick text within the next 24 hours to answer any questions you may have and schedule your free phone or video consultation. 

Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.
1 Corinthians 13:13