Rylee is an amazing photographer!! She communicated so well with us through the whole process. She captured all of the beautiful moments from our engagement shoot to our big day. She is so kind, fun, and great at what she does! I highly recommend Rylee to anyone looking for a photographer!!
Anna M.
5.0
We can’t say enough amazing things about our wedding photographer, Rylee! She is an absolute rockstar — not only insanely talented, but also so kind, professional, and incredibly accommodating.
Planning a wedding from out of town isn’t easy, but Rylee made the process so smooth and stress-free. She was flexible, communicative, and so easy to work with every step of the way. And on the big day, she showed up ready to go — capturing every special moment perfectly, all while powering through the sweltering heat like a total pro.
The photos are beyond beautiful — full of love, laughter, and everything we hoped for. We’re so grateful to have had Rylee be such a special part of our day. Truly the best! 💛📸
Emily G.
5.0
About this vendor
Rylee Archambault
OWNER
AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Buffalo, NY, REA Photography specializes in wedding and lifestyle photography, offering a safe space for all as they celebrate their special day.
Owner and photographer Rylee loves meeting new people and telling their stories through her photography. She works to capture your unique and authentic energy and your love and connection. With a calm and easygoing approach, you’ll feel at ease in front of the camera as she captures your precious moments.
REA Photography, Buffalo NY offers a range of flexible packages that allow you to choose services that best suit you. Packages offer anywhere from 6 to 10 hours of coverage based on your needs. With the Amaryllis Package and Iris Package, you also get an engagement session. All packages include timeline guidance, 48-hour sneak peeks, and unlimited gallery downloads for 12 months. If you plan to elope, there are also convenient options for both US and international elopements.
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Meet the team
Rylee Archambault
Owner
I’m Rylee, a photographer born and raised in Buffalo, NY with a love for storytelling, connection, and the beautiful in-between moments.
I started my photography journey in the summer of 2020, and in 2025 I took a leap of faith and went full-time — a decision that changed everything. That same year, I opened my first studio, and later reopened it in a new location, creating a space that feels just as welcoming and creative as the people who step inside it.
I’m endlessly inspired by travel, new places, and the unique energy each person brings into a space. My work is rooted in authenticity — capturing emotion as it unfolds and creating images that feel both artful and deeply personal. I believe everyone deserves to feel confident, seen, and celebrated in front of the camera.
I specialize in weddings, elopements, branding, and boudoir photography, working with couples and individuals who value connection, intention, and imagery that tells their story honestly and beautifully.
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Rylee from REA Photography receives glowing reviews for her exceptional skills, professionalism, and kindness in capturing weddings and special moments. Reviewers commend her for her communication, flexibility, creative ideas, and ability to put clients at ease, resulting in beautiful and memorable photos. Rylee's bubbly personality, reliability, and timely delivery of images are highlighted, making her highly recommended for various events, including weddings, engagements, and graduations. Several couples express gratitude for her capturing their special days perfectly, showcasing her talent and dedication to her craft.
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Anna M
5.0
1/29/2026
Rylee is an amazing photographer!! She communicated so well with us through the whole process. She captured all of the beautiful moments from our engagement shoot to our big day. S...
he is so kind, fun, and great at what she does! I highly recommend Rylee to anyone looking for a photographer!!
Emily G
5.0
7/06/2025
We can’t say enough amazing things about our wedding photographer, Rylee! She is an absolute rockstar — not only insanely talented, but also so kind, professional, and incredibly a...
ccommodating.
Planning a wedding from out of town isn’t easy, but Rylee made the process so smooth and stress-free. She was flexible, communicative, and so easy to work with every step of the way. And on the big day, she showed up ready to go — capturing every special moment perfectly, all while powering through the sweltering heat like a total pro.
The photos are beyond beautiful — full of love, laughter, and everything we hoped for. We’re so grateful to have had Rylee be such a special part of our day. Truly the best! 💛📸
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Rose M
5.0
4/29/2025
We booked Rylee for our April 2025 wedding and are so glad we did! She was such a delight to work with, had fun ideas for shots to take, and seemed to truly enjoy working with us. ...
And our photos are beautiful!
Samantha S
5.0
10/28/2024
I booked a boudoir shoot to surprise my husband on our wedding day. Rylee was amazing to work with. This was my first shoot like this and she made me feel so comfortable. She was s...
o much fun and her pictures came out amazing!
Lindsay C
5.0
9/12/2024
Rylee was such a pleasure to work with! So personable and kind. She did amazing work and our pictures came out better than we could have ever imagined! She fully captured our speci...
al day and gave us memories we can cherish forever
Makenzie G
5.0
5/28/2024
Rylee was the true definition of a perfect photographer on my wedding day. I had a out of state elopement at Acadia National Park where she photographed me, my husband and his pare...
nts. We also did an engagement shoot the day before our wedding. She was super friendly and considerate to us all. Me and my husband had only had professional pictures one time prior to our engagement/wedding photos so we were nervous as to the process. She had amazing pose ideas and helped us to execute them so we didn't feel awkward. Our photos came out so beautifully. I will forever recommend REA Photography to anyone I meet.
Sarah A
5.0
2/28/2024
Rylee was so professional and understanding, we had a perfect experience. She took the time in the months leading up to our wedding to truly understand what we wanted from the phot...
os, and was super flexible with our schedule the day of. She went above and beyond to put us and our wedding party and guests at ease and to help us to enjoy the whole experience on our special day. Thank you for everything, Rylee!!
Julianna B
5.0
2/28/2024
If you’re looking for someone who makes you feel comfortable even though you are normally super awkward in front of a camera, choose Rylee. She is fun, affordable, creative, profes...
sional, and accommodating. After not being able to book my engagement photographer for the wedding, due to a scheduling conflict, I can say I am actually so pleased that we had Rylee instead. I even booked an additional shoot with her and had an absolute blast.
Parul D
5.0
2/08/2024
Rylee captured our 3-day, 4 event long wedding weekend in August 2023. She was responsive, professional, easy to work with, and very generous with her time and attention. 12/10 rec...
ommend her to capture any of your special moments!!
Reegan K
5.0
1/02/2024
We loved having Rylee! She was easy to reach and very reliable! We needed a wedding videographer and even though I knew she specialized in photography she was willing to be flexibl...
e and step up to the plate. And we were not disappointed! She did photography for several of our friends weddings as well and all the pictures came out so well! She captures the day just right<3
Mikayla S
5.0
1/02/2024
I will recommend REA Photography over and over again! Her style is remarkable! She captures moments, memories, and personalities! She gets your pictures back to you within such a t...
imely manner. She is so fun to work with because of her bubbly personality! If you need pictures for any event, engagement, wedding, graduation, etc. go to REA Photography!
Kevin Z
5.0
12/29/2023
Ali and I had the privilege of working with Rylee for our proposal and wedding photo shoots. Rylee captures the essence of the moment in a way that feels authentic and natural. Her...
calm demeanor and “easy-going” personality made us feel very comfortable throughout. She consistently displays a high level of professionalism and commitment to her craft. Her photos captured our happiest life moments and we are very fortunate to have worked with her. We give Rylee our highest recommendation.