Karissa Russ & Co.

rior to us arriving in Vegas, Karissa called us to make sure we were all on the same page and so that we could start putting together a schedule of our photographed events. Throughout the entire planning process and through the end of our wedding, Karissa was thoughtful, communicative, and just as invested in our happiness as we were. Karissa helped us every step of the way. Neither of us are good at posing, but Karissa made everything feel natural and easy. Her team helped capture everything wonderfully. Looking back at the photos we received from Karissa of our special day lets us relive it over and over again. We are absolutely blown away by all the photos and so excited to share them with our friends and family. Finally, Karissa makes it clear on her website that she supports the LGBTQ+ community, which was really important to us as a gay couple. Karissa made us feel at ease every step of the way, allowing us to be our true authentic selves. We are so appreciative of Karissa, not just for how great she is as a photographer, but for how great she is as a person.

en our highest expectations. They perfectly capture the feeling of our wedding and are bursting with both personality and uniqueness. We've sent a handful of our photos to friends and family and have consistently heard the same feedback: "These are the best wedding photos we have ever seen!" and "These are iconic!". We put this squarely down to Karissa's mastery. Other than the photos themselves, Karissa is fantastic to work with – before, during and after the ceremony. She helped us to bring our vision for the photos to life, instantly puts you at ease while taking the photos and turns around both the sneak peek photos and full gallery at superfast speed. She's also warm and hilarious – just what you need if you're suffering from pre-wedding jitters. Five stars! Photos so good, they make you want to do it all over again. (For transparency: our wedding date was actually 10/11/25 but The Knot doesn't allow reviewers to enter wedding dates in the past.)

le she was able to accommodate special requests and took mine and my fiancé’s wants and opinions and adapted as we shared. She took the time to get to know us as individuals and it felt wonderful. It felt comfortable and fun which was a first for myself as a plus size woman who isn’t always used to being in front of the camera. This whole experience was wonderful and she was so prompt with her replies and her communications were on point and she was so knowledgeable and honestly working with her was stress free and wonderful. She made this experience wonderful and  I would sing her praises to anyone who asks! Karissa was amazing and she set me up for the most success and I can only thank her for everything!

as a pleasure to be around and then provided us with beautiful photographs we’ll be cherishing for the rest of our lives. I cannot recommend her enough. Our perfect day would not have been perfect without her!

committed to capturing every heartfelt moment, every emotion, and every detail with the kind of passion and care that only she can bring. Her presence throughout the day was not only comforting but also uplifting, creating an atmosphere where everyone felt seen, celebrated, and truly special. Karissa has a gift that goes beyond photography—she has an incredible ability to tell a love story through her lens. Every image she captures is filled with authentic emotion, warmth, and timeless beauty. She has an eye for the little details—the soft glances, the joyful tears, the way hands reach for each other—and she turns those fleeting moments into photographs that will be cherished for a lifetime. Her dedication to her craft and the couples she serves is unmatched. But what truly makes Karissa one-of-a-kind is her heart. She pours so much love and intention into her work, and it’s evident in every shot she takes. Her presence is calming, kind, and uplifting, making every couple and guest feel completely at ease in front of her camera. She doesn’t just take pictures—she creates an experience that is warm, genuine, and filled with joy. And when it came to this wedding, she went above and beyond in every way possible. Not only did she capture all the beautiful moments, but she also jumped in to assist in other ways, like putting on boutonnières, offering support to the bridal party, and ensuring everything went smoothly. Karissa’s fun energy was exactly what was needed when things started to feel a bit hectic, always bringing her vibrant spirit and calm assurance to the moment. Her ability to communicate effectively and work seamlessly with the team was a huge asset in making the event flow effortlessly. Karissa is a true team player—her collaboration with everyone from planners to vendors, and most importantly, the couple, made the whole day run smoothly. She gives her all to ensure that every precious moment is captured beautifully, and her generosity in donating her time and talent is something we’ll always remember. If you are looking for a photographer who not only delivers breathtaking images but also brings an unmatched level of care, passion, energy, and teamwork, Karissa is the one. Her talent is undeniable, her heart is enormous, and her ability to make people feel comfortable and celebrated is a rare gift. Thank you, Karissa, for saying YES, for your kindness, for your energy, and for capturing this wedding with so much love and dedication. Your work and your heart are truly invaluable!

all the love we felt that day. It’s like reliving the wedding day all over again! Thank you so much for the amazing work. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out, and we’re so grateful we had Karissa there with us. We definitely recommend her to anyone who needs a photographer!

ecommend Karissa Russ & Co. to anyone looking for stunning wedding photography!

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ot thank you enough for the beautiful pictures!!

Thank you so much for being a part of our wedding and capturing all those precious moments that we will never forget. You're very easy to deal with, very professional and just fun to be with. You took the stress out especially when the weather was not our side during our photo shoots. You really make it easy for us before, during and after the wedding.

her there on our wedding day. She’s an insanely quick thinker, a perfect hype woman, and a pleasure to work with! Our pictures are so beautiful and I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat.

re to get to know and made our day seamless. Thank you Karissa for making our day so special!

s super quick. I was planning my wedding all on my own and working with them took a lot of the stress off my plate. Lauren was my photographer for my engagement session and my wedding. She was so lovely to chat with and have around. Lauren really took the time to configure my husband and I, into the most beautiful and fluid poses that made us look awesome. Karissa’s editing is amazing. Clicking through our photos definitely made us tear up, laugh and smile. I would recommend them for anyone who is looking for a wedding photographer!

to Karissa and I’m so happy that I did! Not only did she give me recommendations on venues, hotels and restaurants she was very easy to talk to. My husband and I both felt very comfortable and had fun in front of the camera. My pictures were beautifully edited and returned to me in a timely manner. If I ever get back out to Vegas again for pictures o know exactly who I’ll contact!

en it comes to taking photos! We are so thrilled with our gallery of photos and I just couldn’t be happier…now to try and choose my favorites!!

ent above and beyond to ensure our day was perfect and I owe my stress free day to her!! She feels like a best friend and a sister , and I am so so happy that I found her.

day and we are blown away. We wrapped up the evening by meeting her sweet husband & sweet son, Mav.

erent shots and she made it really fun for us. Even though we came from England and had never met in person before, she was so so easy to talk to as if we'd known her previously and I loved that. As we had come from abroad I was a bit apprehensive about booking vendors however Karissa was on the ball with email responses and clarification of the days itinerary. We also had a video call a week or two after my initial enquiry to go through her packages with no pressure to buy (she even gave me some unbiased advice and knowledge of the best and nit so great places to look into for our big day). Thank you again for capturing our evening, and being our witness!! Love kim and Jack

t back to me with any random question during the planning process. Come wedding day she was ready! She knew how to work with the planners timeline and exactly what poses to do and how to utilize our space. I never once felt nervous in front of the camera as she made it feel like I was a natural! She is very personable and very funny. We had her for the whole day and it was well worth it. We saw some sneaks a couple days after the wedding and her work is just beautiful. Every single person that has seen the photos have said our photographer did amazing. That is all thanks to Karissa and her team!

need. The day of the shoot she made us so comfortable! It was like hanging out with an old friend. I usually hate all photos of myself but she captured so many that I absolutely love. We had a great time having the pictures done and she made certain to get us in the best spots for the best pictures. Would highly recommend to anyone! Thank you so much Karissa!

r who can make courthouse photos taken under fluorescent lighting look good is the photographer who should be hired time and time again! Book Karissa. You won't regret it.

Vegas and Karissa was a guiding light through it all.. Her style, recommendations, thoughtfulness, eye for a fabulous shot - all unmatched. She is so fun and is exactly the person you need on your wedding day - trust me. She made us feel comfortable and relaxed and it really shows in the pictures. We received our photo gallery and we were so blown away - our photos are just so gorgeous and dreamy. Every shot is stunning - I am currently making a photobook of all of the shots and I am at 100 pages because I literally love every single shot lol... Without Karissa - our wedding would not have been what it was. Our family is forever grateful of Karissa & her team! I would 100% rebook with Karissa - she is truly the BEST.

and choosing the right person for photos can be hard. We found Karissa and couldn’t be happier. She was easy to communicate with long distance and really helped us choose the perfect shoot locations.