Meet Ria
 
 
Based in Cincinnati, OH photographing people since 2021
 
 
Deep rich Earthy tones, bright tones and minimalism.
Photos that speak softly with power and emotion
 
 
’m a Cincinnati-based wedding and couples photographer with a deep love for honest connection and quiet, meaningful moments.
Growing up as the only sister among three brothers shaped me in ways I didn’t fully understand at the time. It made me observant. It made me resilient. And it taught me to pay attention to subtle emotions — the unspoken language between people. That awareness is now at the heart of how I photograph love stories.
Photography began as a childhood dream, but it became something much deeper — a way of understanding people. I’ve always been drawn to the in-between moments: the glance before the kiss, the steadying hand before walking down the aisle, the laughter that breaks through nerves. The moments that feel small but mean everything.
My approach to weddings is documentary at its core, with gentle guidance when needed. I want you fully present on your wedding day — not performing for a camera. I step in when direction helps, and step back when the magic is already unfolding.
When you work with me, you’re not just booking coverage. You’re choosing someone who sees the emotional layers of your day and preserves them with intention. My goal is to create imagery that feels timeless and elevated, but most importantly — honest.
Because years from now, I don’t want you to just remember how it looked.
I want you to remember how it felt.
 
 
xo xo
ria ziegler
 
 
Contact information
 
Cincinnati
and
Surrounding Areas
lionnesphotos@gmail.com
(740) 605-7436
 
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