Bayside Gathering Co.

Bayside Gathering Co. Capturing memories on the Sea 🌊
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•𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 & 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐕𝐀

•Our company has also expanded and now includes the top wedding and event coordinator from the shore.

✨Give the Gift of Memories This Christmas!✨ Looking for a meaningful and timeless gift for your loved ones this holiday...
12/09/2024

✨Give the Gift of Memories This Christmas!✨

Looking for a meaningful and timeless gift for your loved ones this holiday season? Bayside Gathering Co. gift cards are now available for purchase!

📸 Details:
- Gift cards can be purchased in any amount.
- They can be used for sessions, weddings, branding and more!
- I’ll send the gift card directly to you, so it’s ready to be wrapped and placed under the tree.

There’s no better way to celebrate the holidays than by giving the gift of cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

📩 Contact me at [email protected] or call/text 443-274-8119 to secure yours today!

Make this Christmas unforgettable with the gift of photography. Let’s create something beautiful together!

Shannon & Tom ♥️🥂
12/06/2024

Shannon & Tom ♥️🥂

I know I've been a little quiet on social media lately—wedding season is in full swing, right? I’ll be sharing more of m...
10/17/2024

I know I've been a little quiet on social media lately—wedding season is in full swing, right? I’ll be sharing more of my recent weddings in the coming weeks, but for now, let’s talk about our most recent one: Garrett and Taylor! Their wedding at Vaux Hall was nothing short of stunning, and oh so much fun! I’ve had the pleasure of seeing these two at so many of the weddings we photograph, so capturing their big day was truly an honor. Thank you for trusting us to be a part of it! 🥰♥️

Vendor Dream Team:
Cavas Hair Dressing – Hair
Wicked Beauty – Makeup Artist
DJ Street – DJ
Paula Cameron & Vera Cameron Hines – Flowers
Scooby Duck Catering – Food
Chelsea Sharp – Second photographer
Just Gerald – Videography
Chelsea Mapp – Violinist
Moores – Toilets
Eastern Shore Events and Rentals – Chairs, tables, linens, lights
Sara Damon – Charcuterie
Becca's Cakes – Wedding cake
Corner Bakery – Donut holes for the dessert table
Hannah McDaniel – Lemon tarts for the dessert table

Now, just a quick announcement for my 2025 couples! If you’re thinking about booking me, be sure to get those inquiries in soon! My wedding dates are filling up quickly, and I hate turning down couples because their special date isn’t available. Please note, as of December 1, prices will be going up just a bit, so lock in your date now!

I’ll be out of the office from August 29th through September 4th, taking some time to recharge and prepare for the secon...
08/28/2024

I’ll be out of the office from August 29th through September 4th, taking some time to recharge and prepare for the second round of wedding season ♥️ All emails, inquiries, and texts will be responded to after I get back. Wishing everyone a Happy Labor Day!

It was an absolute joy photographing Masen’s senior portraits, especially with his best friend Bayley by his side! 🎓🐾 Ma...
08/02/2024

It was an absolute joy photographing Masen’s senior portraits, especially with his best friend Bayley by his side! 🎓🐾 Masen is an incredible young man, graduating from the fire academy and looking towards a future in the armed forces. I've known him for years, and his drive and ambition never cease to amaze me. I know his parents and family are bursting with pride, and his fire family is equally proud of his accomplishments. Here's to Masen and all the incredible things his future holds! 🚒🇺🇸

Photographing Jordan & Rob’s gorgeous wedding at the Hermitage Museum was an absolute joy. The intimate setting with the...
08/01/2024

Photographing Jordan & Rob’s gorgeous wedding at the Hermitage Museum was an absolute joy. The intimate setting with their closest friends and family made the day truly special. Every moment was filled with love and laughter, from the emotional exchange of personal vows on the lawn where there wasn’t a dry eye in sight to the lively dancing that ended the night on such a high note. It was a beautiful celebration of their love, and I’m so grateful to have been part of it. 💙🧡

Vendors:

Planner- KM Weddings and Events KM Weddings & Events
Venue- The Hermitage Museum
Photographer- Bayside Gathering Co.
Videographer- Just Gerald Just Gerald Photography .just.gerald
Hair & MUA- Canvas
Florist- Ashbury Blooms
Caterer- Creative Catering
Cake (Cookies, Cake Pops, Cake)- Baked by Casey .by.casey
Rentals- Big Top Entertainment bigtopentertainmentva
DJ- Astro Event Company
Photo Booth- Astro Event Company astroeventcompany
Officiant- 757 Wedding Pastor, James Davis 757 Wedding Pastor

One word, obsessed 😍 Lauren & Hunter ♥️ this engagement session was literally the one dreams are made of.
07/30/2024

One word, obsessed 😍

Lauren & Hunter ♥️ this engagement session was literally the one dreams are made of.

Anna & Ben ⚓️ Gerry and I had such a wonderful time at this timeless and quintessential Eastern Shore wedding ♥️ Vendors...
07/29/2024

Anna & Ben ⚓️

Gerry and I had such a wonderful time at this timeless and quintessential Eastern Shore wedding ♥️

Vendors:
Rentals- Eastern Shore Events & Rentals
Catering- Exmore Diner
DJ- Kevin Doughty
Eddie Bell- cooking clams/oysters
Alex Askew- charcuterie cups
Natasha Truckner- cake/cupcakes
Bartenders- Breonna White and Shelby Bonniwell
Guitarist- David and Vernon Bell
Flowers- Cheryl Wallace and Paige Marra
Makeup- Lauren Lewis and Sahra
Hair- Courtney Helene and Macie Johnson

Hold my eggnog-did someone just jingle the bells for CHRISTMAS IN JULY?! 🎄This year’s motley crew: Uncle Eddie, Karen Sm...
07/27/2024

Hold my eggnog-did someone just jingle the bells for CHRISTMAS IN JULY?! 🎄

This year’s motley crew: Uncle Eddie, Karen Smith (Mean Girls), Dave the Elfie on the Shelfie, Sick Nick, Santa’s Reindeer, Carla from Bad Moms, the Gingerbread Man, and a whole sleigh-load more! 💃🏻

This awesome group’s pics for the 4th year running were nothing short of yuletide insanity.

Got a bunch of friends you want to dress up with and cause some festive chaos? Let’s turn that holiday spirit into hilarious memories! 📸

Also, keep on the lookout 👀 for Just Gerald Photography video!

First and foremost, can my couple, Chelsea and Joe, be any cuter for their engagement session? This was so much fun, and...
07/26/2024

First and foremost, can my couple, Chelsea and Joe, be any cuter for their engagement session? This was so much fun, and I really think we laughed the whole time. I love when my couples decide to do engagements because I feel like it’s a perfect way for us to bond before their big day.

Next, I know I have been a little MIA with my posting. I’m sorry! I have been fully booked from March through August, and it’s been a crazy good ride. I do have some, but minimal, availability in September and October as those are my biggest wedding months of the year. If you’re looking to book a family, senior, branding, or other kind of session, please contact me as soon as possible to ensure I have availability for you.

I will not be doing Christmas Minis this year, but I have a fun new thing I will be doing in their place. Instead, I will be going to my clients’ houses and doing jammie pictures in front of their tree. That way, especially for the littles, everyone’s comfortable, and the sentimental value of being in your own home makes it that much more meaningful. Please don’t hesitate to email me at [email protected] or text me at 443-274-8119 for details and to reserve your time with me. Booking for that will go fast, and my availability for November and December is limited during that time.

Also, 2025 couples, if you’re considering inquiring for your wedding with me, please do so ASAP! Bookings for weddings are going like crazy, and I would hate for anyone to miss their special day.

On that last and final note, I want to give a friendly reminder to clients: you are only booked for my services upon signed contract and retainer paid. Without that, your date is not booked with me, and I only hold the date within 24 hours of sending those out. Please ensure to sign your contract and pay your retainer so your date can’t get snagged away. I book up extremely fast and can’t guarantee a session/wedding spot after that 24 hours is up.

If you’re still with me after reading all of that, thank you! And thank you for everyone’s continued support and love ♥️

So honored to be nominated as Coastal Virginia Magazine “Best Wedding Photographer”! Your support over the years fills m...
06/20/2024

So honored to be nominated as Coastal Virginia Magazine “Best Wedding Photographer”!

Your support over the years fills me with immense gratitude. If you'd like, you can vote here: https://weddings.coastalvirginiamag.com/ ♥️ Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey!

Ladies & Gentlemen…✨Her✨
06/17/2024

Ladies & Gentlemen…✨Her✨

Chelsea and I had so much fun photographing Skylar and Gabe’s wedding at Kylan Barn in Delmar! It was a beautiful day fi...
06/05/2024

Chelsea and I had so much fun photographing Skylar and Gabe’s wedding at Kylan Barn in Delmar! It was a beautiful day filled with love and laughter. DJ Street was, of course, a pleasure to work with, keeping the energy high and the dance floor packed. Can’t wait to share more from this amazing celebration!

I had the pleasure of photographing Taylor and Garrett’s timeless engagement session, alongside Just Gerald Photography ...
05/26/2024

I had the pleasure of photographing Taylor and Garrett’s timeless engagement session, alongside Just Gerald Photography capturing stunning videography. Their love is so genuine, and it was a joy to document their special moments. Truly excited for their upcoming wedding at Vaux Hall—it's going to be incredible!

One more day until The Nock wedding! 💃🏻✨ we can’t wait to see this sweet family again and share in the celebration 🥰
05/25/2024

One more day until The Nock wedding! 💃🏻✨ we can’t wait to see this sweet family again and share in the celebration 🥰

A happy family is but an earlier heaven.~George Bernard Shaw
05/24/2024

A happy family is but an earlier heaven.~George Bernard Shaw

Being a photographer is so much more than just capturing images; it's about becoming a part of my clients' lives. I am g...
05/22/2024

Being a photographer is so much more than just capturing images; it's about becoming a part of my clients' lives. I am given the incredible privilege of stepping into their world, witnessing and documenting the most intimate and cherished moments. I laugh with them during joyous celebrations, cry with them during poignant moments, dance with them in their happiness, hug them in their vulnerability, and listen to their stories with an open heart.

Each photograph I take isn't just a picture—it's a piece of their soul, a fragment of their story, a glimpse into their unique journey. On their wedding day, I capture not just the events, but the love, anticipation, and raw emotion that fills the air. When I photograph families, I don't just see people posed together; I see the bonds, the shared history, and the unspoken connections that tie them together.

I strive to reveal the inner essence of these moments—the genuine smiles, the tender touches, the fleeting glances of pure love and joy. It’s an honor to be entrusted with these memories, to freeze them in time so they can be cherished for generations.

My role goes beyond being an observer; I become a confidant, a cheerleader, and sometimes, even a friend. I am there to support, to encourage, and to capture the beauty in every tear and every laugh. It's a responsibility I hold dear, and it fills my heart with immense gratitude to know that I can make a difference in someone's life through my work.

Thank you to all of my wonderful clients who have allowed me to be a part of their lives. Your trust and openness make my passion for photography even more profound. It’s a gift to share in your stories, and I am endlessly inspired by the love and life I get to witness through my camera.

♥️ always,
Rachel

And together, they built a life they loved ♥️
05/22/2024

And together, they built a life they loved ♥️

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Hello! I’m Rachel, owner of Bayside Studios. I’ve always had a passion for creativity, and in 2017, I was blessed with the opportunity to take photography from my favorite 15 year hobby to my dream career.

I’m a fully educated, licensed, and published photographer on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and I have found that I have a true talent for capturing real moments, and an eye for bringing out my client’s personalities.

I specialize in a romantic and enchanting style, where I allow my client’s to be free and raw in any setting and environment they are looking to capture. Whether it’s branding & commercial, events, couples, families, weddings, maternity, or lifestyle, I’m here to capture it.

Your story is waiting to be told!