Southern Illinois' Artistic Wedding Photography

Storytelling


I want to produce images with soul. You know, the type of images that are real with raw emotion. I believe that a classic edit is truly timeless. I prefer to keep my work and my edits as authentic and true to life all while still adding my own unique spin. I live for those sun flares. There is something truly magical about that ‘golden light’ shining through the clouds and trees. It makes me giddy when I get ‘THE SHOT’ just right!


I like to think of myself as a Storyteller. I am passionate about capturing the joy and love shared on your most special days in the most comfortable and stress-free way possible. I strive to capture every detail, no matter how big or small they may be. Whether you want to remember your family as they are now or if you’re getting married, these moments happening in your life matter. Each moment from the smiles, the laughter, the tears, and the love. Everything should be remembered. You can sit back and relax, be present and take in those beautiful moments. As for the rest, that is what I am here for. I will be your friend who helps you preserve and organize your story because you deserve to remember those sincere, everlasting moments!


Together, we can tell YOUR story!



I ALWAYS LIKE TO MEET THE PEOPLE I'M GOING TO PHOTOGRAPH.


Mario Sorrenti


PHOTOGRAPHY CENTERED

AROUND AUTHENTIC EXPERINCES


THE EXPERIENCE


What I truly care about most is the real-life experiences of my clients. After having photographed approximately 100+ weddings, what I have come to value more than a collection of posed images (don’t worry, we will have some of those too!) is a collection of images that truly reflect and represent a day full of joy, laughter, real moments, and good memories. 

Over the past decade as a photographer, I have realized it is not uncommon for only half the couple to be more excited about photographs than the other. My goal, is to make you both happy. 


I am that in between mix of traditional and modern, flexible and assertive, posed and unposed. I am constantly striving to create a photography experience that is unique to who you are and that allows you to be photographed in a way that makes you feel the most comfortable. 


My goal is for the photos to represent exactly who you are so that when you see the images, you feel like yourself in them. Let me absorb all the nerves and uncertainty that can sometimes come along with being photographed and create a collection of images that tell the story of you! 


The Simple Collection

$800.00

• Mini Engagement Session
• Four {4} hours of coverage
• Minimum of 30 images per hour
• $100 Print Credit
• Includes lead photographer, wedding day timeline planning assistance, post-processing and digital photo delivery with print + share + downloads

The Essential Collection

$1500.00

• Mini Engagement Session
• Six {6} hours of coverage
• Minimum of 35 images per hour
• $200 Print Credit
• Includes lead photographer, wedding day timeline planning assistance, post-processing and digital photo delivery with print + share + downloads

The Classic Collection

$2000.00

• Full Engagement Session
• Eight {8} hours of coverage
• Minimum of 40 images per hour
• $300 Print Credit
• Includes lead photographer, wedding day timeline planning assistance, post-processing and digital photo delivery with print + share + download

The Luxe Collection

$2500.00

• Full Engagement Session
• All Day Coverage {10 hours}
• Minimum of 50 images per hour
• $400 Print Credit
• Includes lead photographer, wedding day timeline planning assistance, post-processing and digital photo delivery with print + share + downloads


The Process

You Have Just Landed on my Website...


You have been scrolling social media and photography websites and you have finally landed here.


You might be channeling a lot of thoughts and input right now: your parents, a family member or a friend who just got married, your fiancé, and of course your own preferences for personality, style, and aesthetic for your wedding photography!


I hope that you are feeling a connection here and that we can take the next step towards working together.

You Feel a Connection with the Images...


Because I am a perfectionist and a people pleaser at my core; I want you to want to work with me as much as I want to work with you!


In my mind, that is the perfect fit!


If you are connecting with my work and are interested in a personal, custom experience, then let's start the process.

We Connect One-on-One...


Because client communication is such a big part of my process, once you reach out via the contact form I would love to set up a one-on-one phone or digital call!


I want to know your wishes and your feelings regarding the photography side of your wedding! You are welcome to include your fiancé, your parent(s), or even the wedding planner in this meeting!


This is a great opportunity to discuss details and any questions or concerns you may have.

Your Photo Journey Begins...


It is not very often that you come across an analytical creative, but if you are looking for one, you found me!


Once you have chosen to work together, I am here for the journey. I am happy to make any vendor recommendations, suggestions on timeline, and work together with your other vendors to make the absolute best day possible for you.


I want to make sure all your needs are met and that you are signing up to receive a stellar client experience.

My Promise to You...


I will always communicate with you regarding photo planning/ideas and photo lists before and during your wedding event. I truly believe this level of communication has a positive impact on your final images! I want to translate your memories into your most treasured photographs. My hope is that you will look back on this experience with gratitude for choosing to work together and I will be grateful for you as well!



Testimonials

When it comes to a photographer knowing "their stuff" Rose Lee is you gal. It was a breeze getting to work with her from the first point of contact to the delivery of my gallery! We are both awkawrd when it comes to picture taking but Rose Lee made it so simple, enjoyable, and memorable. I love looking back at my pictures from our engagement session and have nearly every photo printed and hanging on my wall!

Hill Wedding

Rose Lee was so amazing to work with from the moment I started to talk to her and even still years later after my wedding. We had the best time having her as our photographer. She nailed every moment she captured and every pose. I still look back at my pictures from my day and remember it almost perfectly and that is in big part because of Rose Lee. Get you a photographer like her, she is one of a kind!

CALDWELL WEDDING

Rose Lee was fantastic! She initially started as a fill in for my wedding photographer who had moved states right before my wedding. I was on edge and very nervous about a new photographer, but she blew my mind. She made the day so seamless and got every shot I could’ve wanted. I ended up loving her photos and her! She had really great ideas for certain shots that really set my pictures apart from others I've seen. She even still checks in 5 years later! Get yourself a photographer like that!!

COOPER WEDDING

Rose Lee is a PHENOMENAL photographer! She listened to everything I was hoping for when it came to my photographer for my wedding. She NAILED everything I was asking for and then some! She was so personable and she went above and beyond her duties as a photographer. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind photographer then Rose Lee is who you want to capture your wedding day! I am so glad we chose her for mine!

BAUER WEDDING

There aren’t enough words to describe how lucky we were to land Rose Lee. She was a blessing throughout the whole process! And not only when it came to the images, some of her organizational insights were extremely useful too! If you’re looking for someone who can take you back to your wedding day when you’re looking at the photos, and make that very day easier for you, Rose Lee is definitely the one!

OWSLEY WEDDING

Available for 2025 Weddings and beyond!