Artistry & Legacy
Fairmont, WV Wedding Photographer
Wedding Photography
Timeless Wedding Photography in West Virginia
For couples who want their wedding remembered beautifully for generations.
With 34+ years of experience and over 1,000 weddings photographed, Tim Ray brings calm guidance, artistic vision, and timeless storytelling to your wedding day.
Serving couples across:
• Fairmont • Morgantown • Charleston • Bridgeport • Clarksburg
Wedding collections begin at $3,500
Your Wedding Becomes Family History
Your wedding photographs are more than images.
They become the memories your children will one day hold in their hands.
They become the album you open on anniversaries…
the portraits hanging in your home…
the story of where your family began.
At Tim Ray Photography, every wedding is photographed with the intention of creating timeless images that will matter 30 years from now.
Wedding Experience
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming. Your photographer should make it easier.
Every wedding with Tim Ray Photography includes:
• Pre-wedding consultation
• Timeline planning assistance
• Calm guidance throughout the day
• Natural posing and direction
• Candid storytelling moments
• Professionally edited images
• Optional heirloom albums and wall portraits
The goal is simple:
You enjoy your wedding day while we capture every meaningful moment.
What It’s Like to Work With Us
Consultation & Planning
Every wedding begins with a conversation. We take the time to learn about your wedding plans, venue, and the moments that matter most to you. Tim also helps guide your timeline so that your portraits feel natural and never rushed.
Your Wedding Day
On the wedding day, our approach is professional, relaxed, and unobtrusive. Tim provides gentle direction during portraits while allowing genuine moments to unfold naturally throughout the ceremony and reception.
Years of experience allow us to anticipate important moments before they happen, ensuring that the emotions, details, and atmosphere of your wedding are beautifully preserved.
After the Wedding
After your wedding, every image is carefully selected and professionally edited. Your photographs are delivered through a private online gallery where you can view, download, and share your images with family and friends.
Many couples also choose to preserve their wedding story in a handcrafted heirloom album designed to last for generations.
West Virginia Wedding Venues We Love
We photograph weddings throughout West Virginia including venues such as:
• The Greenbrier
• Stonewall Resort
• Highgate Carriage House
• Oglebay Resort
• Glade Springs Resort
• Hotel Morgan
“I could not be more happy with our selection of Tim Ray as our photographer. He is extremely professional - he has done this for years so he knows how these events go and that really comes in handy! My Mom commented so many times after the wedding how she was fascinated when she saw the photos because he got so many wonderful photos of the reception and the ceremony - but we never saw him - he did an amazing job of just blending in. The photos were phenomenal and I couldn't have asked for more. It's also worth mentioning that I had a very eventful wedding - we flooded the hotel - by accident! Yet, Tim managed to still get all of my details shots, all of the shots I wanted AND we stayed on schedule - I was flustered but he never was!! He isn't cheap - but remember you get what you pay for - AND I encourage you to price it out based on what it would cost you per hour - when we broke that down he was very competitive with other people.” Kyle & Julie Shaffer
Featured in:
Wedding Investment
Wedding collections begin at $3,500
Most couples invest between $4,500 – $6,500 depending on coverage and albums.
Collections may include:
• Full wedding day coverage
• Engagement sessions
• Heirloom wedding albums
• Fine art wall portraits
• Digital image collections
Frequently Asked Questions
-
Every season in West Virginia has its own beauty. Spring and summer bring lush greenery and blooming flowers, fall offers vibrant foliage perfect for portraits, and winter weddings are magical with snowy mountain backdrops.
-
Yes! We regularly photograph weddings in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and beyond. If you’re planning a destination wedding, we’re also available for travel.
-
Most couples book 9–18 months in advance, especially for peak wedding season dates. Availability is limited each year to maintain a high level of service.
-
Every wedding is different, but couples typically receive 500–900 professionally edited images that capture the story of the day. We also offer fine art albums and wall portraits to preserve your memories.
-
Yes—all final images are professionally edited for color, exposure, and style to match the timeless look of our portfolio. Every image you receive is polished and print-ready.
-
Of course! While we specialize in candid and natural storytelling, we also capture formal portraits and any must-have shots you request. We’ll work with you before the wedding to create a personalized photo list.
-
1. Stonewall Resort – Roanoke, WV
📍 940 Resort Dr, Roanoke, WV 26447
🌐 Website: https://www.stonewallresort.com stonewallresort.com
📞 Phone: (304) 269-8841 World Class Wedding Venues
📧 Email: info@stonewallresort.com World Class Wedding Venues2. The Greenbrier – White Sulphur Springs, WV
📍 101 Main St W, White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986
🌐 Website: https://www.greenbrier.com The Greenbrier Resort
📞 Phone: (855) 453-4858 The Greenbrier Resort
📧 Wedding Contact: cindi_napier@greenbrier.com (Group & weddings) The Greenbrier Resort3. Adventures on the Gorge – Lansing/Fayetteville, WV
📍 219 Chestnutburg Rd, Lansing, WV 25862
🌐 Website: https://www.adventuresonthegorge.com Adventures on the Gorge
📞 Phone: (855) 379-8738 Here Comes The Guide
📧 Email: info@onthegorge.com (general/events) Brittany Anne's4. Oglebay Resort – Wheeling, WV
📍 465 Lodge Dr, Wheeling, WV 26003
🌐 Website: https://oglebay.com Almost Heaven - West Virginia
📞 Phone: (304) 243-4000 World Class Wedding Venues
📧 Email: reservations@oglebay.com Almost Heaven - West Virginia5. Bavarian Inn – Shepherdstown, WV
📍 164 Shepherd Grade Rd, Shepherdstown, WV 25443
🌐 Website: https://www.bavarianinnwv.com Bavarian Inn WV
📞 Phone: (304) 876-2551 Bavarian Inn WV
📧 Email: khenry@bavarianinnwv.com (wedding planner) Bavarian Inn WV6. The Gaines Estate – Fayetteville, WV
📍 225 W Maple Ave, Fayetteville, WV 25840
🌐 Website: https://gainesestate.com The Oberports
📞 Phone: (304) 382-7509 The Oberports
📧 Email: via contact form on their Website (no direct public address) The Oberports7. Summit Bechtel Reserve – Glen Jean, WV
📍 108 Camp Misty Mountain, Glen Jean, WV 25846
🌐 Website: https://summitber.org (general site)
📞 Phone: (304) 465-2800 (main line)
📧 Email: info@summitber.org(Venue contact is typically through Summit Bechtel Reserve’s events team)
8. Berry Hills Country Club – Charleston, WV
📍 1900 Berry Hills Rd, Charleston, WV 25314
🌐 Website: https://berryhillscc.com
📞 Phone: (304) 345-7579
📧 Email: info@berryhillscc.com (general club)9. The Barn at York Hill – Shepherdstown, WV
📍 Near Shepherdstown, WV
🌐 Website: https://www.yorkhillestate.com (venue/site info)
📞 Phone: (Contact via Website form)
📧 Email: wedding@yorkhillestate.com (venue planner contact)10. West Virginia Botanic Garden – Morgantown, WV
📍 1061 Tyrone Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508
🌐 Website: https://wvbg.org
📞 Phone: (304) 291-8205
📧 Email: info@wvbg.org11. Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center – Charleston, WV
📍 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301
🌐 Website: https://www.coliseumwv.com
📞 Phone: (304) 347-5217
📧 Email: venueinfo@coliseumwv.com12. Sunset Farm – Ravenswood, WV
📍 Sunset Farm Rd, Ravenswood, WV
🌐 Website: (Often listed via Facebook or local wedding directories)
📞 Phone: Contact via Website or social page
📧 Email: Contact via host page (not publicly listed)13. Blue Ray of Hope Barn – Hico, WV
📍 Hico, WV 25854
🌐 Website: (Facebook/Local listings; no official site)
📞 Phone: Contact via Facebook
📧 Email: Contact via Facebook14. Glade Springs Resort – Daniels, WV
📍 255 Resort Dr, Daniels, WV 25832
🌐 Website: https://www.gladesprings.com
📞 Phone: (304) 763-0892
📧 Email: via contact form on site15. The Blennerhassett Hotel – Parkersburg, WV
📍 320 Market St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
🌐 Website: https://www.blennerhassett.com
📞 Phone: (304) 424-2000
📧 Email: reservations@blennerhassett.com16. Canaan Valley Resort – Davis, WV
📍 1 Nordic Lodge Rd, Davis, WV 26260
🌐 Website: https://www.canaanresort.com
📞 Phone: (304) 866-4121
📧 Email: via contact form on site17. The Confluence – Hico, WV
📍 825 Patterson Ferry Rd, Hico, WV 25854
🌐 Website: https://confluenceresort.com
📞 Phone: (304) 658-8888 (venue phone, check site)
📧 Email: via contact form on site18. Highgate Carriage House – Fairmont, WV
📍 219 Adams St, Fairmont, WV 26554
🌐 Website: https://highgatecarriagehouse.com
📞 Phone: (304) 363-4499
📧 Email: info@highgatecarriagehouse.com19. The Barn at Olde Homestead – Ona, WV
📍 300 Olde Homestead Rd, Ona, WV
🌐 Website: https://www.thebarnatoldehomestead.com (or social page)
📞 Phone: Contact via website form
📧 Email: info@thebarnatoldehomestead.com20. Seneca Rocks – Pendleton County, WV
📍 Seneca Rocks, WV (Natural landmark)
🌐 Wedding/Event Info: Often booked via event planners/outdoor outfitters (e.g., The Outpost New River Gorge)
📞 General Park Contact: (304) 567-3913
📧 Email: Contact via event planner pages
Let’s Capture the Beginning of Your Story
Your wedding happens once.
Your photographs will last forever.
If you’re planning a wedding in West Virginia and want timeless images that truly capture your day, we would love to hear your story.
or call
304-363-8395