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Leslie Cress
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Operating out of Louisville, KY, Leslie Cress Photography LLC provides a professional service focused on the art of capturing timeless wedding-related imagery. Leslie is a dedicated wedding photgrapher who possesses a talent for storytelling through photographs. She strives to help couples preserve their milestone moments so that they can look back and reminisce for years to come.
Leslie Cress Photography LLC was established in 2015, not long after she and her husband tied the knot themselves. Today, Leslie is a fully-fledged professional with a blossoming career and an impressive portfolio to prove it. She has a candid approach to photography in the belief that the real moments of magic happen when people are free to be themselves. Her work tends to exude an editorial aesthetic with various contemporary influences.
Several wedding collections are available to couples, all of which have been carefully curated to consider your needs. She is all about a personalized experience and makes a point of getting to know you and your partner before ever taking a picture.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Photo & Video Styles
Classic
Documentary
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Leslie Cress
Owner
Hi, I’m Leslie, a wedding photographer based in Louisville, Kentucky, serving Central Kentucky, Southern Indiana, and surrounding areas.
My approach to wedding photography is simple: I focus on capturing your day as it truly unfolds. I don’t chase trends or heavily stylized editing — instead, I aim for images that feel honest, timeless, and true to the experience you lived.
I guide you when you need it and step back when moments are happening naturally. From the meaningful details you carefully planned to the big moments and everything in between, my goal is to document your wedding day in a way that feels complete and intentional, without forcing anything to feel overly posed or overly candid.
I believe your photos should reflect real colors, real emotions, and real memories — not a filter or a fad. Years from now, I want you to look back at your images and remember how the day felt, not just how it looked.
When I’m not photographing weddings, I enjoy time with my family, slowing down at home, and finding inspiration in everyday moments. I love working with couples who value authenticity, connection, and having their story told in a way that feels true to them.
If you’re looking for a photographer who will document your wedding day with care, balance, and attention to every moment, I’d love to connect.
Wedding packages starting at $2499.
Reviews
5.0
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The photographer was professional, organized, and responsive, making couples feel comfortable and heard throughout planning and on the day. She captured stunning, natural photos, both big moments and candid details, and delivered images promptly. Couples highly recommend her for weddings, engagement shoots, and destination ceremonies.Review photos
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Elizabeth Grace Marie Collins C
5.0
5/04/2026
Brides, when I tell you having the best photographer makes your whole entire day better, I mean it. Leslie made sure as the bride I was heard above all the other chaos. I have drea...
med of having Leslie Cress Photography LLC shooting my wedding day since I came across her page years before I was even engaged! She is the BEST! ❤️❤️
Megan R
5.0
1/03/2026
Leslie was incredible to work with, she made sure we got every shot we wanted and so much more! She was so organized and a dream to work with for our wedding
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Jacqueline C
5.0
1/02/2026
By far one of the sweetest women I’ve ever met. I’m so incredibly grateful for all the beautiful photos she captured—from our wedding to maternity—and for the priceless memories we...
’ll cherish forever.
Brooklynn H
5.0
1/02/2026
We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photographer! From the very beginning, they were professional, friendly, and incredibly easy to work with. On the big day, she captured ever...
y special moment so beautifully—both the big emotions and the small, candid details we didn’t even realize were happening. The photos are stunning, natural, and full of life, and they truly tell the story of our day. We’ve received so many compliments from friends and family. If you’re looking for someone who is talented, reliable, and genuinely passionate about their work, we can’t recommend her highly enough!
Jessica M
5.0
1/02/2026
Leslie was amazing to work with! She was responsive, kind, professional, warm, and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Our photos are stunning and capture our day from...
beginning to end. We will be using her in the future and cannot recommend her enough!
Elizabeth W
5.0
11/04/2024
I cannot recommend Leslie Cress Photography enough. She was able to so artfully capture our wedding, and our photographs came out even better than I imagined. I loved the way she c...
aptured all the subtle colors of our fall wedding. Best of all, the photos feel like "us" as a couple. Leslie was great about guiding my husband and I during photos to make sure we captured the best angles and lighting. She was very timely with returning our photos to us, even in the hustle and bustle of the busy fall wedding season. We love our photos!
rachel c
5.0
6/30/2024
I am from New York and had a destination wedding in Kentucky. Finding a photographer was a bit nerve wracking since I wasn't able to go an meet any vendors but I got super lucky wi...
th Leslie! She was very kind and helpful throughout the planning process and her photos came out beautifully of my special day. I would highly recommend Leslie!
Cassie L
5.0
10/25/2023
Leslie and Michael are the most lovely people to work with! We did our engagement session with Leslie to get a feel for her style and be sure we worked well with her. She was great...
! They both showed up a few minutes ahead of schedule for our wedding, and listened to all the the things we did/did not want to do. They were patient when traffic prevented our families from getting to the photo session on time. We loved working with Leslie and Michael and would highly recommend them.
Kelly S
5.0
4/11/2023
I couldn't thank Leslie enough for everything! Our wedding day was everything we hoped for and we are so glad we had her there to capture all of the moments!
Lauren D
5.0
4/11/2023
Our pictures were Gorgeous! Ive received so many compliments and its all thanks to Leslie & her husband Michael! Best photographers ever!
Dariane P
5.0
4/11/2023
Leslie absolutely OUT DID herself. We are completely OBSESSED! The pictures all came out AMAZING! I have gotten NONSTOP feedback on how our wedding photos are the BEST ever!
Maegan K
5.0
4/11/2023
We absolutely LOVED Leslie & Michael and couldn't have imagined anyone else as our photographers on our wedding day!
Jaclyn C
5.0
9/23/2020
LESLIE AND MICHAEL are Amazing and wonderful! they are amazing to work with!! They did my engagement photos and are doing my wedding photos for my wedding this October 😍
I high...
ly recommend them and all they have to offer! I never had a photographer get pictures like she did and she is always mindful to what you want and listens to all your needs!
Jacqueline C
5.0
9/23/2020
LESLIE AND MICHAEL ARE MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE.
They were our photographers this past weekend at our wedding and I am so happy with the results!
I would recommend both of them to an...
yone and everyone!
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