Welcome! I’m a documentary and film wedding photographer based in the heart of West Virginia, always ready to travel wherever your love story takes you. I specialize in capturing real, unscripted moments—the quiet glances, the joyful tears, and everything in between. Let’s create something timeless together.
I specialize in documentary-style wedding photography, blending 35mm film and digital to capture your day exactly as it unfolds. No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just honest, artful storytelling that feels like you. Let’s create something timeless together.
This is your story—raw, real, and beautifully unscripted.I work with couples who value connection over perfection, who want photos that feel as real as their love. If that sounds like you, let’s create something unforgettable together.
Your wedding isn’t just an event—it’s a feeling, a collection of moments that deserve to be remembered exactly as they happened. I take a documentary-style approach, blending 35mm film and digital photography to capture the day.
No stiff poses, no awkward staging—just real, timeless images that tell your story in the most honest way possible. Whether you're saying “I do” in the mountains, a backyard, or a courthouse, I’m here to preserve every beautiful, fleeting second.
My name is Leah I am a documentary-style photographer with a deep love for capturing the in-between moments—the fleeting glances, the quiet smiles, the way your hands find each other without thinking.
To me, photography is more than just images; it’s about feeling. I want you to look back on your wedding photos and not just see the day, but truly remember it—the warmth, the laughter, the love that filled every second. The big moments matter, of course, but it’s the small ones that make your story uniquely yours.
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Leah was a dream to work with! The quality of her photography is unmatched and so timeless. I love that she doesn't over-filter her work, but enhances what's already there. We hired Leah to capture our wedding day and would do it 100x over. We'll treasure these photos for decades to come. :)
My fiancé and I came to Leah a few weeks before our elopement, not having much planned out but knowing we wanted to have a special, memorable experience in one of our favorite places. Leah swooped in and had everything handled. We hiked around Blackwater Falls State Park, laughing and chatting between perfect, endearing shots. She has such an eye for unique shots and lighting, and especially - bringing out the emotions that were with us that day. At our surprise elopement-reveal party that night, she captured all the tiny details that made our day uniquely ours - family hugs, antique tablecloths, my aunt setting up her quilt display. We are so thrilled with our photos. Will will remember how cared for and present we felt on this day for decades to come, thanks to Leah. She is a true gem.
Leah was an absolute dream to work with! She took our both our engagement and wedding photos for our October 2022 wedding. From the beginning of our wedding journey, Leah made the whole process smooth and was very easy to communicate with. Leah was such a joy to work with on the day of the wedding. She made everyone feel welcome, helped keep everything low stress, and she captured our day so beautifully. I will cherish our pictures forever.
You will never regret booking a photoshoot with Leah Stankus Photography. I’ve been following her work for a few years and I always knew I wanted her to photograph my wedding one day. Leah is down to earth and so much fun to be around. Did I mention her work is drop-dead gorgeous?? She is such a talented photographer who will make you feel comfortable in front of the camera to capture you at your best. We cannot thank her enough for the memories of our wedding day
